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Feb 27
Entrance to cancer therapy center

Navigating Cancer in COVID-19 times

For cancer patients, it's been a scary and lonely year navigating COVID-19   Check out this video segment to learn more.   Last week, we were able to share how our continuum of services, programming, and support has served as a lifeline for our clients during the pandemic. National Correspondent Chris... read more →
Feb 22

Healthy eating with a little help from our friends

Since 2016, the Virginia Thurston Healing Garden Cancer Support Center has partnered with Community Harvest Project, a non-profit farm that engages volunteers to grow fresh fruits and vegetables for those experiencing hunger. With locations in Harvard and Grafton, Community Harvest Project volunteer farming programs and community partnerships bring thousands of... read more →
Oct 05
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Aug 31

QuaranTEAM 2020 Virtual Sessions

Sharing a few laughs, some inspiration, and a lot of love! Although QuaranTEAM 2020 is a virtual event this year, we want to provide you the best experience as you prepare for the event in October. We may be walking/biking/hiking alone, but hope you feel the love, knowing that many... read more →
Aug 11

LiveWell Program

Through the generous funding from CHNA15, the Community Health Network #15, under the discretion of Emerson Hospital, the Healing Garden is excited to introduce our  LiveWell for Cancer Survivorship Program.  The LiveWell program is designed to improve the well-being of cancer patients through a group-based healthy eating program that provides... read more →
Aug 15

Immune-Boosting Summer Recipes

  by Amy Noordzij, Chef, Personal Chef to individuals in cancer treatment As a Chef I strive to support clients' unique needs through highly personalized meals comprised of whole, real foods that are local, seasonal and organic whenever possible. We have heard the term “eating the rainbow”; starting with color... read more →
Jul 15

Guilt-Free Self Care During Cancer Treatment

Guilt-Free Self-Care: Making YOU a Priority during Cancer by Healing Garden Staff   “It’s cancer” is something you never want to hear.  For some, it comes along on top of life challenges like unemployment, single parenting, and financial instability.  Not only does it take a toll on your body, it... read more →
Jun 13
May 23

The Healing Garden: A Community of Others

The "state of the burbs" blog recently visited the Healing Garden and spoke to our Co-Directors of Integrative care, Brianne Carter and Christine Zinke, about what makes the Healing Garden unique for patients, families, and caregivers.  We are pleased to share original content and photos below from this in-depth interview.... read more →