Pelvic floor dysfunction is a common and less talked about side effect of cancer treatment. Issues include incontinence, pelvic pain, constipation, and sexual dysfunction. Pelvic floor therapy is a critical tool in managing these effects and improving one's quality of life. Join physical therapist, Sonali Karnik, to learn about pelvic floor therapy, how it's used […]
Ryerson Wood Forest Preserve - Brushwood Center 21850 N. Riverwoods Road Riverwoods, IL 60015 Research demonstrates that outdoor exercise, such as hiking, offers health and well-being benefits. Join us outside the Brushwood Center for a nature meditation followed by a two mile hike. Please arrive no later than 2:00 pm, wear comfortable hiking or running […]
Is pain physical or emotional? The answers may surprise you! As we learned in our first class, our minds affect our bodies and our bodies affect our minds. Together, they can be used in open, caring, powerful ways to improve our emotional, mental and physical wellbeing. During this class we’ll dive deeper, exploring somatic approaches […]
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, […]
Miércoles 14 de junio 6:00 - 6:45 pm En esta plática el Dr. Villamar dará información sobre la genética del cáncer. Posteriormente habrá preguntas y respuestas. Presentado por: Dario Villamar, MD, que es un oncólogo en entrenamiento (Fellow) en el Departamento de Oncología y Hematología de la Universidad de Chicago. Para registrarse en este programa […]
Starting in May, CWC is offering grief program for children ages 6-12. Join our Certified Child Life Specialist, Elyssa Siegel, for 5 sessions aimed at helping kids cope with their grief after losing a family member to cancer. During each session, we will work on emotional expressive activities and create a safe-space to share feelings. […]
Gentle Yoga – Thursdays with Carolyn 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 and will offer […]
We invite women with a cancer diagnosis (at any stage of diagnosis/treatment/post-treatment) to enjoy a day of relaxation, introspection and renewal. This day-long retreat will include: • Gentle Yoga (appropriate for all levels of fitness) • Sensory/Nature Meditation • Nature Walking Meditation or a Forest Preserve Hike • Using Your Creativity to Cultivate Serenity A […]
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. RSVP below to join this ongoing in-person group. NOTE: If you need to rsvp the same […]
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 […]
