Wellness House http://www.wellnesshouse.org You'll Feel Better Inside Fri, 03 Feb 2012 17:42:34 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.1 Cancer Support Group http://www.wellnesshouse.org/2012/cancer-support-group-76/ http://www.wellnesshouse.org/2012/cancer-support-group-76/#comments Mon, 30 Jan 2012 19:08:37 +0000 wellness-editor http://www.wellnesshouse.org/?p=22869 This group is an opportunity to connect with other people who are also living life with cancer. By sharing both what they have in common as well as the unique ways cancer affects their lives, group members normalize the challenges they are facing together as well as the strategies that work in meeting those challenges. By participating in this Cancer Support Group, you will exchange support and learn valuable information and coping strategies.

Common topics in the group are understanding the diagnosis; coping with the side-effects of treatment; communicating with loved ones, friends and medical professionals; defining a “new normal” with new tasks, roles and responsibilities; experiencing mood changes; and changes in values and priorities. Groups are led by a facilitator who is trained at the Master’s or Doctoral level.

The Cancer Support group meets on Wednesday evenings. Please call 630-654-5117 for more information and for group times.

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]]> http://www.wellnesshouse.org/2012/cancer-support-group-76/feed/ 0 Caregiver Support Group http://www.wellnesshouse.org/2012/caregiver-support-group-73/ http://www.wellnesshouse.org/2012/caregiver-support-group-73/#comments Mon, 30 Jan 2012 19:06:45 +0000 wellness-editor http://www.wellnesshouse.org/?p=22866 Caregivers are individuals who, along with their loved ones, are on the cancer journey. Side by side, they navigate turbulence and find comfort in one another. The Caregiver Support Group is a group for those caring for a loved one with cancer. This group includes spouses, adult children, and siblings and welcomes you to come and share your journey with other caregivers and find time to care for yourself. The group is a weekly group that focuses on the group sharing process, and sharing of educational information and materials related to caregiving and self care.

The Caregiver Support Group meets on Wednesday evenings. Please call 630-654-5191 for more information and for group times.

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]]> http://www.wellnesshouse.org/2012/caregiver-support-group-73/feed/ 0 Change Your Age http://www.wellnesshouse.org/2012/change-your-age-20/ http://www.wellnesshouse.org/2012/change-your-age-20/#comments Mon, 30 Jan 2012 19:05:35 +0000 wellness-editor http://www.wellnesshouse.org/?p=22863 Reconnect brain & body using mindful movements designed to improve coordination, decrease pain, reduce the risk of accidents, and lead to a fuller , more youthful life.  Rooted in the Feldenkrais Method®, anyone can benefit.  Some exercises are done on the floor.

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]]> http://www.wellnesshouse.org/2012/change-your-age-20/feed/ 0 Transitions http://www.wellnesshouse.org/2012/transitions-97/ http://www.wellnesshouse.org/2012/transitions-97/#comments Mon, 30 Jan 2012 19:02:13 +0000 wellness-editor http://www.wellnesshouse.org/?p=22860 Transitions for Spouses

This is a committed group of participants who go through the grieving process together. The group meets every other week for four months. Member share experiences, exchange support and learn coping strategies to use throughout the mourning process. Participants are welcome to register for Transitions up to four times and then can participate in the monthly networking group. Please call 630-654-5117 for more information and for group days and times.

Non Spousal Transitions

This group is for those who have lost a parent, adult child or an adult sibling. The group focuses on the sharing process and information is given regarding grief and loss. This group also meets every other week for four months with the option of registering for up to four sessions. Please call 630-654-5111 for more information and for group days and times.

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]]> http://www.wellnesshouse.org/2012/transitions-97/feed/ 0 Kids Group Parents http://www.wellnesshouse.org/2012/kids-group-parents-102/ http://www.wellnesshouse.org/2012/kids-group-parents-102/#comments Mon, 30 Jan 2012 18:49:15 +0000 wellness-editor http://www.wellnesshouse.org/?p=22856 During the cancer experience, it is important that parents are given the opportunity to express their own feelings and anxieties in relation to the cancer and to parenting during this time. The Kids Parent Group is offered simultaneously with the Kids Group, and addresses parent, children, and family issues that are associated with having a family member with cancer. By attending the Kids Parent Group, parents are not only able to confer with other parents in similar situations, but they are also able to learn how children interpret the cancer experience, and this will help them be better able to manage their children’s needs during this time.

Please contact the Family Matters Program Associate at 630-323-5150 to learn more and for group days and times.

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]]> http://www.wellnesshouse.org/2012/kids-group-parents-102/feed/ 0 Kids Group http://www.wellnesshouse.org/2012/kids-group-111/ http://www.wellnesshouse.org/2012/kids-group-111/#comments Mon, 30 Jan 2012 18:48:17 +0000 wellness-editor http://www.wellnesshouse.org/?p=22852 During a cancer experience, children may be impacted in a variety of ways. By connecting with other children and families going through a similar situation, children are given the opportunity to normalize feelings and validate their experiences. Kids Group is a support group for children ages 6-12 who have a close family member with cancer. Through expressive art and discussion, children are encouraged to ask questions, examine and express their feelings, and learn and practice new coping skills.

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]]> http://www.wellnesshouse.org/2012/kids-group-111/feed/ 0 Open Gym http://www.wellnesshouse.org/2012/open-gym-116/ http://www.wellnesshouse.org/2012/open-gym-116/#comments Mon, 30 Jan 2012 18:46:40 +0000 wellness-editor http://www.wellnesshouse.org/?p=22849 During Open Gym, participants may use the exercise room for self-directed workouts.  Staff will be available to answer exercise related questions and provide instruction for the proper use of the exercise equipment.  Current medical information and physician release forms are required.  These forms should be renewed each year or whenever there is a change in medical status.

Contact Tracy Lester at 630-654-5193 or tlester@wellnesshouse.org for more information.

]]> http://www.wellnesshouse.org/2012/open-gym-116/feed/ 0 Exercise for Getting Well http://www.wellnesshouse.org/2012/exercise-for-getting-well-338/ http://www.wellnesshouse.org/2012/exercise-for-getting-well-338/#comments Mon, 30 Jan 2012 18:45:13 +0000 wellness-editor http://www.wellnesshouse.org/?p=22846 This class is a gentle, small group class for people diagnosed with cancer who experience difficulties with Activities of Daily Living due to cancer or its treatment. There is a maximum of six participants in this exercise class to allow for a greater degree of individualized instruction and supervision.

A medical release is required for all participants. Contact the Healthy Living Coordinator at 630-654-5193 to register.

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]]> http://www.wellnesshouse.org/2012/exercise-for-getting-well-338/feed/ 0 Exercise for Staying Well http://www.wellnesshouse.org/2012/exercise-for-staying-well-960/ http://www.wellnesshouse.org/2012/exercise-for-staying-well-960/#comments Mon, 30 Jan 2012 18:43:35 +0000 wellness-editor http://www.wellnesshouse.org/?p=22843 This class is a cancer recovery class limited to 12 participants, for those seeking to improve cardiovascular fitness, restore strength and range of motion, and build a lifetime exercise habit. This class begins with self-paced aerobic exercise followed by instructor-led exercises. Exercise for Staying Well is for anyone affected by cancer interested in improving health through regular exercise habits.

A medical release is required for all participants. Contact the Healthy Living Coordinator at 630-654-5193 to register.

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]]> http://www.wellnesshouse.org/2012/exercise-for-staying-well-960/feed/ 0 Spiritual Well-Being and Cancer http://www.wellnesshouse.org/2012/spiritual-well-being-and-cancer-24/ http://www.wellnesshouse.org/2012/spiritual-well-being-and-cancer-24/#comments Mon, 30 Jan 2012 18:40:23 +0000 wellness-editor http://www.wellnesshouse.org/?p=22840 Join others to reflect on themes for discovering and enhancing your sense of meaning and purpose.  This program welcomes people affected by cancer and/or their loved ones.

No registration required, just stop by!

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