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 (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…)


This spiritual, deeply meditative practice incorporates balanced movement, breathe exercises, increased circulation, and posture strengthening. Classes are held via Zoom until further notice. Led by Angela Raymond This class is open to registered Healing Garden Clients, Caregivers, and Bereaved members.  Free Program with optional donations accepted. This program is supported in part by generous funding (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…)


With yoga practice, you can help reduce inflammation, maintain strength, engage in self-care, relaxation, and renewal during or after treatment. Thursdays, 10:00-11:00 am. Hybrid Program – meets both virtually or IN PERSON at the Healing Garden.  Please email Chris@HealingGardenSupport.org  if you plan to come in person so we can set up the space.   Free program with (more…)


Anyone who can make sound can hum; and this is what makes a daily humming practice so simple and accessible. Surprisingly, humming has been shown to have a host of positive effects in the body. From stress reduction and sleep aide, to increased calm and healing support, conscious humming packs a lot of power! Join (more…)


With yoga practice, you can help reduce inflammation, maintain strength, engage in self-care, relaxation, and renewal during or after treatment. Mondays, 11:00 am – 12:00 pm. This program is a FREE VIRTUAL program.  Optional donations are accepted. Open to Healing Garden clients, caregivers, and bereaved members Led by Kathie Lee, RPP This program is supported (more…)


Join us for this Virtual Cooking class featuring Hearty Soups.  Amy has worked with the Healing Garden in the past to create nutritious and flavorful dishes that everyone loves. Amy Noordzij is a chef trained at the Natural Gourmet Institute for Health and Culinary Arts in NYC, a whole foods plant-based culinary school. She is (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…)


Meredith Hobson, LICSW, facilitates this support group for adults with any cancer type who are under the age of 50. The group will meet on the 2nd & 4th Tuesdays, alternating between morning and evening times, and focuses on issues young adults affected by cancer face.  All Support Group meetings are held via Zoom until (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…)


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 bi-weekly 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 and (more…)


Join Nadine for this indoor Nature Exploration.  Come to the Healing Garden for an afternoon of sharing, enjoying nature and bonding over Tea.  Enjoy the view of nature in front of the warm fireplace in our Garden Room, while sipping tea and bonding with other Healing Garden clients.  Weather permitting, we will set up an (more…)


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…)


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…)


Please join Board-Certified Music Therapist, Erin Raber, for an introduction to the field of music therapy. She will discuss the various techniques, approaches, and methods used in music therapy and how music and sound can be an effective complimentary therapy for people living with cancer. Erin will also provide information about the music therapy offerings (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. Open to Clients, Caregivers & Bereaved.  The group will meet (more…)


As you participate in the two projects of this class, you will be encouraged to explore and reveal your creativity. The first project is to imagine and create a miniature landscape in a five-inch tin. The second project is to make a home in a glass container for a live cactus. All materials necessary for (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…)


This program will feature a discussion of the common myths and misconceptions of hospice care along with an overview of the benefits of hospice and palliative care services and how to access this help. This program will meet on Zoom. Mary Crowe, LICSW, ACHP-SW, C.D.S., CDP, CGP is the Director of Professional and Community Education (more…)


Led by 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 review. The first session will (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…)


Collage is the process of assembling different forms to create a new whole. The process frees us from the ‘rules’ of drawing or painting and allows us to explore our own unique artistic language. During this 2-hour onsite workshop, we’ll practice collage as a Creative Mindfulness activity. We’ll explore the basic principles of collage and (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…)


Guided Imagery and Music (GIM) is a form of therapy in which music and imagery experiences activate inner reflection, memories, and feelings, to promote mental and spiritual well-being and health. While listening to selected music in a relaxed state, group participants express the imagery as it comes to mind through a creative process, such as (more…)


Join award-winning author Matt Paradise (and Healing Garden client) in his inspiring workshop, “Whole-Health Wealth: Empowering Cancer Patients, Survivors, and Caregivers.” Discover how to create a supportive environment where everyone, including cancer patients and survivors, feels valued and included, leading to improved well-being and quality of life. Matt’s practical strategies have empowered many individuals and (more…)


Guidance for using imagery and visualization to stay focused will be discussed and practiced. Free Virtual Program open to Healing Garden clients, caregivers, and bereaved members.  Optional donations are accepted. Kimber Green is a licensed and board-certified massage therapist. She is a certified speech-language pathologist and a mindfulness meditation instructor with experience working in the (more…)


Come to the Healing Garden for this drop-in program.  Meet other Healing Garden clients and enjoy bonding over creating Art.   Facilitated by Nadine Mazzola. Open to clients, caregivers and bereaved members.  Free program with optional donations accepted. Nadine Mazzola, Certified Forest Therapy Guide, Expressive Art Teacher, and a Somatic Resilience Practitioner. (more…)

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