ACTIVE Coping with Cancer through Mindfulness Located at: Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital (Cancer Conference Room)
Tuesdays, February 7 – March 13, 6:30-8:00pm Registration required
Mindfulness involves being aware of the thoughts and emotions that arise in day to day life. Studies have demonstrated that cancer patients and caregivers who practice Mindfulness Meditation can learn new ways to work with stress, fatigue, sleep and mood. This six week series developed by Timothy Pedigo PhD, teaches cancer survivors and their family members about mindfulness and how to practice it to achieve the full benefits. This class is appropriate for both those in treatment and out of treatment and their families.
LUNCH AND LEARNS
Bring your lunch and learn about cancer related topics that are important to you. Drop ins welcome.
(Cancer Care Center Lobby) 3rd Tuesday of each Month 12:00-1:00pm
“What is Right with You During Cancer?” Tuesday, January 17, 12:00-1:00pm
Financial Concerns for Cancer Patients Tuesday, February 21, 12:00-1:00pm
Weight Management after Cancer Tuesday, March 20, 12:00-1:00pm
Time to Thrive: Moving Forward After Cancer Located at: Elmhurst Memorial Hospital
Thursdays, February 23 – March 29, 6:00-8:00pm Registration Required
Both educational and experiential, this six week series is for cancer survivors who have completed treatment. Each two hour session begins with physical group exercise that is facilitated by a trained exercise specialist and tailored to each individuals needs. Weekly nutrition classes, survivorship care plans, group support, and discussion that focuses on the emotional aspects of survivorship, will be part of the experience. A light dinner is provided at each session and participants are given pedometers to help track physical activity. Attendance each week is encouraged for the full benefit of the program. Facilitated by Valerie Piazza, RN, MA, LCPC, Wellness House.
LUNCH AND LEARNS
Bring your lunch and learn about cancer related topics that are important to you. Drop ins welcome.
2nd Tuesday of each Month 12:00-1:00pm
“What is Right with You During Cancer?” Tuesday, January 10, 12:00-1:00pm
Weight Management after Cancer Tuesday, February 14, 12:00-1:00pm
“Are You Listening?” Tuesday, March 13, 12:00-1:00pm
Wellness House is committed to meeting the needs of cancer patients and families in ways that are most accessible. In addition to our ongoing collaboration with Adventist LaGrange Memorial Hospital and Adventist Hinsdale Hospital, Wellness House is proud to announce new programs that will take place at Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital and Elmhurst Memorial Hospital.
Please note that participants need not be patients of these hospitals in order to attend the groups and classes.
For more information , please contact Val Piazza, RN, MA, LCPC at 630-654-5118
