Join us at the Cancer Wellness Center for Zentangle, an easy-to-learn, meditative and fun way to create art by drawing structured patterns. No art experience required. It is a journey of relaxing creativity. Presented by: Mary Hamming, CZT Please RSVP below to attend this in-person program. Limit of 10 participants. Masks are required in the […]
Join us In-Person for a four-week session to learn and play the game of Mahjong. Mahjong can help with cognitive functioning and memory. The first two sessions will be focused on teaching the rules and nature of the game. No experience necessary. After learning how to play participants are encouraged to join our ongoing class! […]
Join us for an evening of fun games and activities where youth who are experiencing cancer in the family can connect with peers and community members. They will participate in activities such as a Scavenger Hunt and Jenga. The activities will be followed by a discussion about coping strategies that can be applied at school […]
Reducción del estrés con Nora En esta clase, los participantes serán guiados a través de una variedad de estrategias de reducción del estrés basadas en estudios de investigación. Cada semana, habrá un enfoque en diferentes herramientas y técnicas que incluyen relajación muscular progresiva, imágenes guiadas, respiración, meditación y varios ejercicios de atención plena. HAGA CLIC […]
This class is for cancer patients and survivors only. The focus of this class will be to improve strength, stamina and flexibility. All levels of fitness welcome. Using any of your own equipment is encouraged. Supported by Advocate Lutheran General Hospital To register online: Click here Please call or email Samantha Daniel with any […]
Please meet at Fort Sheridan Forest Preserve, 1005 Vattman Rd, Lake Forest, IL Research demonstrates that outdoor exercise, such as hiking, offers health and well-being benefits. Join us for a nature meditation followed by a two mile hike. Please arrive no later than 11:00 am, wear comfortable hiking or running shoes, bring a water bottle […]
This is a hybrid class offered both in-person at the Cancer Wellness Center and virtually on Zoom Gentle Yoga – Mondays with Bhavisha Yoga uses physical postures, breath work and meditation to bring mind and body back into a balanced state. These classes are for all fitness levels and can be practiced in a chair […]
This gentle class is designed for cancer survivor/patient yoga students of all levels. Focus is on quiet stillness, strength, flexibility, alignment and balance. Each class will lead you through a harmonizing practice that releases tension and leaves you feeling refreshed and calm. This class is offered both virtually through Zoom and In-Person at Advocate Lutheran […]
Diet and physical activity have been shown to reduce the risk of cancer, reduce risk of recurrence, manage cancer treatment side effects and much more. Join us to learn a healthy approach to living by improving your diet, reducing alcohol consumption and increasing your physical activity. Presented by: Lori Bumbaco, MS, RDN, CSO, LDN, Oncology […]
Chair Yoga - Tuesdays with Bhavisha Chair yoga is a gentle form of yoga that can be practiced while sitting on a chair or using a chair for support during standing poses. It is suitable for people with balance or coordination issues. Chair yoga helps increase flexibility, lung capacity, circulation, concentration, and strength, while boosting […]
