Programs & Events

Presenter: Harry Nozicka, L.C.S.W., Certified Hypnotherapist

Learn how to formulate goals using the powerful Right Brain, and how hypnosis can increase the likelihood of accomplishing many goals, including those related to health, weight, negative habits, sports, etc. Learn a new strategy for accomplishing your identified goals for the New Year!

Presenter: Scott Weissman, M.S., L.G.C., Center for Medical Genetics at NorthShore University HealthSystem

Please join us for a discussion of genetic risks and screening recommendations for family members of those diagnosed with colon cancer. The evening will also include a review of genetic features that may indicate genetic susceptibility.

Presenter: Pamela Holtzman R.N., L.C.S.W.

Those of us who have received a cancer diagnosis are aware of the toll that the disease and its treatment take on our body, spirit, mind, andrelationships. This experiential and informational retreat will focus on motivation and information needed to increase overall health and well-being. Based on the Healthy Lifestyle Program©, a five-week intensive course originally created for cancer survivors and their significant others, which focuses on the Three Limbs of Health: Nutrition, Exercise and Stress Management. For survivors, family members, and friends (adults only). Wear comfortable clothes and bring a bag lunch.

Join us for a series of lectures as we explore different facets of healthful nutrition for the cancer survivor. The lectures can be attended as a series or individually based on interest in the week's topic. Topics include:

Week 1: Understanding Nutrition and Cancer
Presenter: Colleen Takagishi, R.D., C.S.O., L.D.N.
Nutrition is a complex and ever evolving science. Join us as we explore the ways that nutrition influences cancer/cancer outcomes. Learn how to apply important nutrition research findings into your/your family’s diet/lifestyle. Presentation separating fact from fiction regarding the healthful nutritional components for the diet of cancer survivors.

Week 2: Managing Your Weight While in Treatment or Survivorship
Presenter: Jessica Irgens, M.S., R.D.
Determine your weight goals for optimal health. Learn how to achieve and maintain those goals utilizing proper nutrition.

Week 3: Fruits and Vegetables to Fight Cancer
Presenter: Lisa Zoberman, R.D., C.S.O., L.D.N.
Explore the amazing cancer-fighting properties of fruits, vegetables and herbs. Learn some easy ways to incorporate these foods into your diet.

Week 4: Organics/Local Farming
Presenter: Lisa Zoberman, R.D., C.S.O., L.D.N.
A discussion of the pros and cons of these and other popular food revolutions, as it relates to cancer prevention and overall health. .

Week 5: Exercise/Nutrition During Treatment and Survivorship
Presenter: Jessica Irgens, M.S., R.D.
Learn the benefits of staying active for more successful treatment and a long-lasting survivorship. Discover what type of exercise works best with your individual needs.

Week 6: Nutrition for Survivorship: Eating Well in America
Presenter: Colleen Takagishi, R.D., C.S.O., L.D.N.
Eating well in our land of plenty can often times be challenging. Join us as we explore why healthy eating is such a challenge for us and what you can do to improve your/your family’s nutrition to achieve optimal wellness.

Presenter: Marian McNair of Cellular Harmonies, www.marianmcnair.com

In this workshop, a vibrational environment created by crystal bowl, breath, voice and gentle yoga postures will help reduce stress, promote deep relaxation and support the natural healing process.

Instructor: Ellyn Robbins, R.Y.T.

Restorative yoga is a quiet practice, designed to bring our minds and bodies into a state of deep relaxation and stillness. It is a wonderful antidote for chronic stress in a completely supportive environment. Appropriate for students of all levels.

Presenter: NorthShore University HealthSystem Lymphedema Center Staff

Learn about lymphedema, precautions that should be taken, and exercise guidelines.

Presenter: Keith I. Block, M.D. Medical Director, Block Center for Integrative Cancer Treatment

Dr. Keith Block will present his multifaceted program of personally tailored integrative cancer treatment, including methods for improving treatment tolerance and boosting life quality while working toward recovery. Highlights will include: dietary and lifestyle modifications to strengthen the immune system and help make one’s internal biochemical environment hostile to cancer growth and recurrence; innovative approaches to conventional treatments; and how individually tailored supplement protocols can help tame treatment side effects, relieve disease-related symptoms, and counter cancer-promoting challenges such as inflammation and glycemia. A question and answer session will follow the lecture.

Presenter: Kimberly Matthews, M.A., L.C.P.C.

Join us for a brief discussion and relaxation experience followed by a sensory/nature meditation walk through the Greenhouse Gardens. Following registration, participants will be notified of the indoor location for the classroom portion. The Chicago Botanic Garden is located on Lake Cook Road, just east of the Edens Expressway. Non-Garden member parking fee is $20.

Presenter: Harry Nozicka, L.C.S.W., Certified Hypnotherapist

Hypnosis can be used to decrease stress, increase immune system fucntioning, and relaxation strategies. Join us as for a lecture on the mind/body relationship to stress and health and how hypnosis can help.

Presenter: Katie Salyer, Psy.D., Post Doctoral Fellow

Join us for an informational and interactive series about how our thoughts influence our mood and actions. Learn healthy thinking skills that will help you manage worries, neutralize stressful thoughts, and cope with difficult emotions. Classes will build upon each other, providing participants with knowledge and tools to put into action immediately.

Presenter: Katie Salyer, Psy.D., Post Doctoral Fellow

Stress has many implications in our overall wellness. Learn its impact and ways to combat stress to improve quality of life.

Facilitator: Katie Salyer, M.A.

Support groups provide a safe environment for discussing and exploring the concerns and emotions of living with a cancer diagnosis. Group members have the opportunity to discuss issues related to treatment, living with cancer, coping strategies, life after cancer…anything related to their cancer journey. The focus of the group is on the life-altering impact of a cancer diagnosis. The group is open to cancer survivors of all diagnoses at any point in time - newly diagnosed, in treatment, post treatment or living with a recurrence. For more information, contact the Center at 847-509-9595.

Instructor: Alla Smith, R.Y.T.

These classes are perfect for beginners, those with limited movement or for those that would like to relax.  Wear comfortable clothing.

Therapists: Sandra Dugan, L.M.T.

Participants may contact the Center to schedule a 30-minute, fully-clothed individual appointment. Sessions are available between 3:30 p.m. and 5:00 p.m.

Therapist: Theresa Winter, R.M.T.

Participants may contact the Center to schedule a 30-minute, fully-clothed individual appointment. Sessions are available between 3:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m.

For more information contact the Center at 847-509-9595.

Tenemos apoyo en español para individuos y familias.  Llame a Katie Salyer, 847-562-4993.