This group provides opportunities for peer support, information sharing, and educational lectures provided by healthcare professionals. Group is facilitated by Gina Baldacci, LCSW, and is generously supported by the Rolfe Pancreatic Cancer Foundation. Open to patients, families and their loved ones. To register, contact Alana Lebovitz, MSW, at (847)562-4981 or alebovitz@cancerwellness.org PLEASE NOTE: *Class opens […]
Gentle Yoga – Wednesdays with Judy 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 if necessary. The instructor will lead the class without being able to give corrections for those who […]
Strength and Conditioning with Barbara In this class, students will learn strategies and techniques that will build strength and flexibility. All levels of fitness are welcome. Wear gym shoes and comfortable clothing. Using any of your own equipment is encouraged; dumbbells, hand/leg weights, resistance bands, stability ball, small ball or pillow to squeeze, yoga blocks, […]
In this class, participants will be guided through a variety of research-based stress reduction strategies. Each week, there will be a focus on different tools and techniques including progressive muscle relaxation, guided imagery, breathing, meditation, and various mindfulness exercises. Presented by: Erin Bishop, MA, Graduate Intern CLICK HERE to login to the class via Zoom […]
This class incorporates simple flowing sequences to warm up the body, as well as slower paced movements focusing on alignment, strength, balance, and flexibility. Each class will end with an extended period of relaxation. This class is appropriate for anyone of any age, shape or size. No experience or flexibility required. Benefits include lower fatigue, […]
This is a hybrid class offered both in-person at the Cancer Wellness Center and virtually on Zoom Are you an experienced yoga practitioner who wishes to deepen your understanding of all the aspects of yoga through the lens of a personal practice? Vinyasa yoga is a systematic application of yoga that involves the integration of […]
Join other participants every week for a game of Mahjong! Mahjong can help with cognitive functioning and memory and also provides many social benefits. Participants should bring their own cards. Mahjong sets will be provided. Some previous experience required. Please call 847.509.9595 to join this ongoing group Program supported by the Stay Strong And Mahj […]
Explore the exciting game of Mahjong! Join us for a 4-week series to learn and play this exciting game. Perfect for beginners, this class will guide you through the fundamentals of the game. In the first two classes, we’ll cover the rules, strategies, and the unique nature of Mahjong. By the end of the series, […]
What is an emotion? Is an emotion different than a feeling? Through the somatic understanding that your mind affects your body while your body affects your mind, we’ll dive into how our emotions show up in often unexpected ways, affecting who you are and how you physically and emotionally feel and experience the world. Picking […]
The 2024 Cancer Wellness Center Better Together Benefit will take place at Chevy Chase Country Club. We look forward to this event every year. It is an opportunity for our community to come together to celebrate and support the Center and its mission to improve the emotional and physical well-being of people affected by cancer. […]
