Group education and support for men diagnosed with prostate cancer. Family members welcome to attend. Facilitators: Mary Fisher Bornstein, LISW-S and Brittani Davis, MA, LPCC-S, LICDC
Topics:
Jan 12: Navigating Prostate Cancer with other Health Concerns
Feb 9: The Role of Integrative Medicine in Prostate Cancer
Mar 9: Treatment Options
Group education and support for men diagnosed with prostate cancer. Family members welcome to attend. This month's topic: Networking and Happy Hour
Saturdays, 10:00-11:00am
QiGong-Tai Chi integrates physical exercises, breathing techniques and mindfulness into one practice.
QiGong-Tai Chi is a holistic health practice integrating a sequence of gentle movements, breathing techniques, acupressure self-massage, and mindfulness. The classes are designed to reduce stress and increase vitality, improve flexibility, balance and circulation, and strengthen muscles. QiGong-Tai Chi can be done sitting or standing and is easily modified and adapted for all abilities and fitness levels. Instructor: Jeannie Koran
Please consult your physician before beginning this, or any exercise program. As with any exercise program, if at any point you begin to feel faint, dizzy or have physical discomfort, you should stop immediately. Information is for educational purposes only.
Fridays, 12:30-1:00pm
A slow-flow stretching and yoga-based program. Health and fitness screening required before attending any movement class.
Please consult your physician before beginning this, or any exercise program. As with any exercise program, if at any point you begin to feel faint, dizzy or have physical discomfort, you should stop immediately. Information is for educational purposes only.
Feeling overwhelmed with your new cancer diagnosis? You are not alone. Share with others and learn how to navigate the challenges. Includes information on important questions to ask your physician. Facilitator: Susan Marinac, MSSA, LISW-S
Support group for African American women with any type of cancer. Facilitator: Sydney Beeman, MA, NCC, LPC
December is filled with holidays in many religions that celebrate light. Explore the symbolism of light while making a painting with water and glue that resembles a stained-glass window. Facilitator: Eileen Coan, MA, MLS
Do you have a favorite song that helps you to cope? Come to this group to meet others who use music as medicine and come away with a new playlist. Facilitator: Susan Marinac, MSSA, LISW-S, MT-BC
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For families, friends and other support people for those with cancer. Learn the right things to say and avoid awkward conversations. Learn what is helpful and what is not helpful. Learn how to be of the greatest help emotionally. Presenter: Eileen Coan, MA, MLS