Programs & Classes
Although everyone’s experience with cancer is unique, the LGBTQIA+ cancer experience can present many challenges, such as lack of access to tailored resources and discrimination around sexuality and/or gender while navigating the medical system. This LGBTQIA+ Cancer Support Group provides a safe space where LGBTQIA+ people with cancer and client/caregiver couples can meet with others (more…)
With Yoga practice, you can help reduce inflammation, maintain strength, engage in self-care, relaxation, and renewal during or after treatment. Open to Healing Garden clients, caregivers, and bereaved members. Free program with optional donations accepted. Thursdays, 10:00-11:00 am. Class on 10/3 will be IN PERSON ONLY at our new Labyrinth if the weather allows. If the (more…)
Bring your projects, yarn and needles, and enjoy the beautiful meeting space at the Healing Garden! We’ll knit, chat, share tips and techniques, and most importantly, relax with this wonderful, meditative craft that rewards you twice – in the doing, and in the finished product. Note this is a social group, not a formal class, (more…)
Led by Scott Cassa of WellBeing Fitness Strength training is marked as one of the best things you can do for your body during or after cancer treatment. This program aims to educate along with motivate. This program will include: An initial assessment, sent via email to fill out and return ahead of time for (more…)
Inspired by the Japanese practice of Shinrin Yoku, Forest Bathing has been scientifically proven to boost immune strength, reduce stress, and improve cognitive functioning. But beyond these physiological changes, Forest Bathing also offers us the opportunity to deepen our relationship with the natural world. By slowing down and carefully observing with all our senses, we (more…)
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Find meaning and purpose in cancer through writing together. For those who find themselves somewhere on the ‘cancer journey’, whether they consider themselves writers or not. This is an opportunity to explore the terrain of cancer in a supportive, confidential environment. Healing Garden Clients Only. Free Program with Optional $10 Donation. All sessions will meet via Zoom. (more…)
Meredith Hobson, LICSW, facilitates this support group for anyone diagnosed with breast cancer within the past 18 months. We encourage you to join the group to share your experiences and receive support. The group will cover a variety of topics, including: Coping through diagnosis and treatment Navigating your care plan Learning to ask for help (more…)
Christine Zinke, LICSW, an experienced group social worker, facilitates this group for 8-10 clients with any type of metastatic cancer. The group meets twice per month and focuses on issues associated with living with metastatic cancer and all the related treatments, changes in lifestyle and relationships, learning to ask for help, and fears about disability, (more…)
Christine Zinke, LICSW, leads this group for people who are past their treatment phase and are working to reevaluate their lives. They wonder how to articulate and understand how they have changed. They hope that they will feel lighter and trust in their health. We have a post-treatment group during the day that accommodates people (more…)
Erin Moraga Raber, MA, MT-BC, Clinical Care Specialist & Music Therapist, facilitates this support group for those who have completed their active treatment for any type of cancer. The group meets twice a month and focuses on issues like cancer rehabilitation, strength-building, shifts in identity, intersecting factors (financial, work, relationships), management of anxiety, and making (more…)
This program will explore using common things from nature (i.e., a flower, a leaf, a branch, a rock, a feather) to support presence as well as cultivate an increased appreciation for the natural world. Free Virtual Program open to Healing Garden clients, caregivers, and bereaved members. Optional donations are accepted. Led by Kimber Green, MA-CCC, (more…)
This verbally guided Awareness Through Movement® class will invite you to reconnect with your body and learn ways to move with greater efficiency. Explore your own sensations as you create easy and gentle movements that will calm your mind and enliven your body. Developed by Moshe Feldenkrais, it is the application of gentle mindful movement (more…)
Come meet other Healing Garden clients and enjoy bonding over a great book. This group will meet one Friday a month from 1:00-2:15 pm IN PERSON at The Healing Garden. Open to clients, caregivers and bereaved members. Free program with optional donation. October Book – Tom Lake by Ann Patchett (this book was originally scheduled for September, but the (more…)
With yoga practice, you can help reduce inflammation, maintain strength, engage in self-care, relaxation, and renewal during or after treatment. Open to Healing Garden clients, caregivers, and bereaved members. Free Virtual program with optional donations accepted. Mondays, 11:00 am – 12:00 pm. Meets virtually (No class 10/14) Kathie Lee, RPP, Certified Yoga Instructor Kathie is a (more…)
Join us in this virtual drop-in music therapy program as we engage in music listening and explore ways to use the voice as an instrument of healing through music therapy and sound healing techniques. No prior musical training is necessary to engage in music therapy. Twice monthly, Mondays, 6:00-7:00 pm. Free program with optional donations (more…)
Meredith Hobson, LICSW, facilitates this support group for those who are in any stage of cancer treatment. The group meets twice per month and focuses on issues of new diagnosis and treatment including navigating the medical and healthcare systems, filtering information, adjusting to identity changes, management of side effects, developing coping skills, and building a (more…)
Erin Moraga Raber, MA, MT-BC, is the facilitator for the Caregiver Support Group program. The group meets to help caregivers navigate the many challenges of caring for a loved one and taking care of themselves at the same time. Group topics include understanding the role of the caregiver, building a support network, and gaining self-confidence (more…)
Qigong is a combination of meditation, balanced movement, breathing exercises, and massage which helps build clarity, focus, strength, flexibility, connection, and peace of mind. Class is open to everyone, no experience necessary, and can be done sitting, lying down, or standing up. For something that helps clear your mind, calm your heart and help revitalize your (more…)
Brianne Carter, LICSW, facilitates this group for those with any type of metastatic cancer. The group meets twice a month and focuses on issues associated with living with metastatic cancer and all the related treatments, changes in lifestyle and relationships, learning to ask for help, and fears about disability, pain, and end-of-life care. Living in (more…)
This music therapy support group explores ways to use your voice as an instrument of healing through music therapy and sound healing techniques. Experience how music and sound can help those navigating cancer with pain management, reduce stress and anxiety, increase energy and mental clarity, improve mood, decrease feelings of isolation, and promote emotional transformation (more…)
This new, 3-hour Creative Mindfulness workshop uses simple watercolor techniques, slow art drawing and basic collage to create unique mixed media compositions, which can be displayed in an accordion style book and/or used to create unique greeting cards. All activities are process focused and no special art experience is required. Open to clients. Free program (more…)
William Lenderking, Ph.D., facilitates this group which uses the tools of poetry, music, yoga, meditation, and listening to create a space in which to communicate about the challenges of living with cancer and to provide support. This group meets once per month. Healing Garden Clients only. Please email Meredith Hobson, Director of Clinical Care to (more…)
Have you been curious about Reiki? Now is your opportunity to experience this healing practice for FREE. Reiki is based on the principle that a practitioner can channel energy into a client to activate the natural healing process and restore emotional, mental, and physical well-being. This gentle, non-invasive practice involves the placement of hands on (more…)
The circadian rhythm is the body’s internal clock that controls the sleep-wake cycle as well as other body systems that impact health. What, and when we eat can affect the function of the circadian rhythm thereby influencing our wellbeing with evidence suggesting an impact on cancer incidence, progression, and responsiveness to treatment. Dr. Nina will draw (more…)
Breath is our link to life. Our senses provide us with a multitude of information about our environment and our lived experience. Did you also know that our breath and senses can be key to promoting relaxation, resetting the nervous system, and allowing mindful presence? Join Renée LaFountain for this 1-hour online workshop. In this (more…)
Set the stage for a healthier holiday season. We will explore wholesome recipes, tips for mindful gatherings, and ways to enjoy coziness at home. Gather with us for a festive time with plenty of holiday inspiration. Open to clients, caregivers and bereaved members. Free program with optional donations accepted. Vanessa Young is a cooking instructor, (more…)
The impact of cancer for those who identify as Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC) can be magnified due to health care disparities specifically related to race, ethnicity, income levels, environmental conditions, and more. This BIPOC cancer support group will address the specific needs and experiences of the BIPOC community navigating a cancer diagnosis (more…)
Rejuvenate your mind, body, and spirit at the end of fall with an afternoon of restorative reiki and sound healing practices. Experience deep relaxation and stress relief through meditation, vocal toning and chanting, hands-on reiki, and a sound bath with the soothing sounds of alchemy crystal singing bowls, tuning forks, and other instrumentation. Led by Certified (more…)
Find meaning and purpose in cancer through writing together. For those who find themselves somewhere on the ‘cancer journey’, whether they consider themselves writers or not. This is an opportunity to explore the terrain of cancer in a supportive, confidential environment. Healing Garden Clients Only. Free Program with Optional $10 Donation. All sessions will meet via Zoom. (more…)
The Bereavement Support Group meets once a month via zoom. Previous participation in the Healing Garden Bereavement Series is a prerequisite to attending the Bereavement Support Group. The purpose of this group is to connect with others who have lost a loved one, while tending to and honoring your needs during this time of grief. (more…)
The Harvest Wreath, its circle shape symbolizing protection, unity, and the cycle of seasons, expresses gratitude for the harvest. As a transitional season, fall invites us to reflect on the past year and consider how we can give thanks for the abundance of the season. During this 2-hour watercolor workshop, participants will be guided through (more…)
Come meet other Healing Garden clients and enjoy bonding over a great book. This group will meet one Friday a month from 1:00-2:15 pm IN PERSON at The Healing Garden. Open to clients, caregivers and bereaved members. Free program with optional donation. November Book – The Women by Kristin Hannah The Women is the story of one woman gone (more…)
Local reflexologist, Rebecca Howard will introduce participants to the history, benefits, and practice of this holistic bodywork method. She will also model some reflexology self-care examples and provide brief hand reflexology sample sessions to those who are interested in experiencing what this type of work feels like. Open to clients, caregivers and bereaved members. Free (more…)
If you are trying to register on the day of a class or event and registration has closed please email the Care Coordinator for information.
Please note some classes must meet a minimum number of registrations to run, if the minimum is not met the class may be canceled.
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