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May 2020
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To help limit COVID-19 risk at LivingWell, this class have been canceled until May 4th.
Mondays, 10:15 – 11:00 am
Movements in this class get the lymphatic system flowing and may help lymphedema. Class includes activities to help stimulate receptors of the hands and feet.
► To register, please call 630.262.1111. (Priority registration is given to those who are newly diagnosed and/or have not yet attended programs in the past.)
TTY for the hearing impaired 630.933.4833. The LivingWell Cancer Resource Center is located at 442 Williamsburg Avenue, Geneva, Illinois. All programs and services are evidence based, medically mainstream and provided at no cost to patients with cancer and their families.
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To help limit COVID-19 risk at LivingWell, this class have been canceled until May 4th.
Mondays, 11:15 am – 12:00 pm
Focus on using breath in combination with tai chi movements to allow physical body stressors and anxiety to be released. This is a standing practice. Please bring clean athletic shoes and comfortable clothes and have current medical release form on file.
► To register, please call 630.262.1111. Priority registration will be given to participants in active treatment, and cancer survivors and caregivers who have not attended programs in the past.
TTY for the hearing impaired 630.933.4833. The LivingWell Cancer Resource Center is located at 442 Williamsburg Avenue, Geneva, Illinois. All programs and services are evidence based, medically mainstream and provided at no cost to patients with cancer and their families.
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To help limit COVID-19 risk at LivingWell, this class have been canceled until May 4th.
Mondays, 5:00 – 5:45 p.m.
Individuals de-conditioned by cancer treatment and those who have osteoporosis/osteopenia can be prone to falls and fractures. This standing class will emphasize timed strength training intervals of 12 different exercises to help increase bone density. Class will include a walking warm up, individual guided circuit weight training (You make it as challenging as you need) and walking cool down. Please bring clean athletic shoes and comfortable clothes and have current medical release form on file.
► To register, please call 630.262.1111. Priority registration will be given to participants in active treatment, and cancer survivors and caregivers who have not attended programs in the past.
TTY for the hearing impaired 630.933.4833. The LivingWell Cancer Resource Center is located at 442 Williamsburg Avenue, Geneva, Illinois. All programs and services are evidence based, medically mainstream and provided at no cost to patients with cancer and their families.
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To help limit COVID-19 risk at LivingWell, this class have been canceled until May 4th.
Monday 9:00 am – 10:00 am and 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Learn yoga postures that will reduce stress, increase flexibility, and support your healing and sleep. Both standing and mat yoga poses will be incorporated. Please wear comfortable clothes and have current medical release form on file.
► To register, please call 630.262.1111. Priority registration will be given to participants in active treatment, and cancer survivors and caregivers who have not attended programs in the past.
TTY for the hearing impaired 630.933.4833. The LivingWell Cancer Resource Center is located at 442 Williamsburg Avenue, Geneva, Illinois. All programs and services are evidence based, medically mainstream and provided at no cost to patients with cancer and their families.
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To help limit COVID-19 risk at LivingWell, this class have been canceled until May 4th.
Mondays, 9:00 – 10:00 am and 6:00 – 7:15 pm
Learn yoga postures that will reduce stress, increase flexibility, and support your healing and sleep. Both standing and mat yoga poses will be incorporated.
► To register, please call 630.262.1111. Priority registration will be given to participants in active treatment, and cancer survivors and caregivers who have not attended programs in the past.
TTY for the hearing impaired 630.933.4833. The LivingWell Cancer Resource Center is located at 442 Williamsburg Avenue, Geneva, Illinois. All programs and services are evidence based, medically mainstream and provided at no cost to patients with cancer and their families.
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To help limit COVID-19 risk at LivingWell, this class have been canceled until May 4th.
Mondays, 6:00 – 7:00 pm (No class on March 9)
LivingWell Warrenville
4525 Weaver Parkway, Suite 103/Multipurpose Room
Warrenville, Illinois
Learn yoga postures that will reduce stress, increase flexibility, and support your healing and sleep. Both standing and mat yoga poses will be incorporated. Please bring clean athletic shoes and comfortable clothes and have current medical release form on file.
► To register, please call 630.262.1111. Priority registration will be given to participants in active treatment, and cancer survivors and caregivers who have not attended programs in the past. TTY for the hearing impaired 630.933.4833. All programs and services are evidence based, medically mainstream and provided at no cost to patients with cancer and their families.
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Presented by Christine Wietrzykowski, PT, CLT-LANA, Northwestern Medicine; Karen Newton, OTR/L, CLT-LANA, Northwestern Medicine; and Jennifer Rosko, PT, CLT-LANA, Northwestern Medicine
Join Northwestern Medicine licensed physical and occupational therapists in a panel discussion to gain a basic understanding of lymphatic anatomy and physiology, the most accepted forms of treatment of lymphedema, lymphedema risk reduction guidelines, and long-term maintenance and management of lymphedema.
► To register, please call 630.262.1111
TTY for the hearing impaired 630.933.4833. The LivingWell Cancer Resource Center is located at 442 Williamsburg Avenue, Geneva, Illinois. All programs and services are evidence based, medically mainstream and provided at no cost to patients with cancer and their families.
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Every Second Wednesday of the month, 3:30 – 5:30 pm
Presented by Jenny Burns and Karen Wake
Beautiful You is designed to help cancer patients minimize the effects that may accompany traditional cancer treatments using simple makeup techniques.Beautiful You also explores how to accessorize with various head coverings such as scarves and hats, as well as how to choose the best-fitting wig to ensure you feel beautiful from the inside out.
This class holds a maximum of 10 active cancer patients per session.
► To register, please call 630.262.1111
TTY for the hearing impaired 630.933.4833. The LivingWell Cancer Resource Center is located at 442 Williamsburg Avenue, Geneva, Illinois. All programs and services are evidence based, medically mainstream and provided at no cost to patients with cancer and their families.
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Second Thursday of each month, 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm
Facilitated by Christine McMinn, LCPC, CT, LivingWell counselor, and Jen Botka, yoga instructor
This class provides participants with practical tools, strategies and concepts they can use to cope with the death of a loved one from cancer. Class includes a gentle yoga practice, education, reading, breath work, discussion on a grief-related topic, and meditation centered around supporting your grieving heart. A physician’s release is required for participation.
May 14: Being Present (CANCELED)
June 11: Sharing
July 9: Living Grief: “And”
August 13: Thought Awareness
► To register, please call 630.262.1111. TTY for the hearing impaired 630.933.4833.
The LivingWell Cancer Resource Center is located at 442 Williamsburg Avenue, Geneva, Illinois. All programs and services are evidence based, medically mainstream and provided at no cost to patients with cancer and their families.
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Third Saturday of each month, 8:00–9:30 am
Listen to guest speakers address different topics each month—virtually. Share information and stories, and discuss current events with other men impacted by cancer.
To join a meeting each month, click on this Men’s Breakfast Link . After clicking the link you’ll be prompted to join the meeting. If using your phone for audio, click PHONE AUDIO. If using your PC mic or PC headset, click JOIN NOW. If joining in a room where you don’t need audio, select AUDIO OFF.
Please note: Microsoft Teams must be run through Google Chrome to work properly on a computer, smart phone or tablet. Learn more about Microsoft Teams.
If you have any issues joining a meeting, you can call in at +1 872-240-1267. Conference ID: 633 572 204#.
Upcoming Meetings
June 20
All of Us Research Program: Learn about the All of Us Research Program database, where researchers access this information to conduct studies and improve health outcomes.
Presented by Monica Rodriguez, director of communications and engagement, Northwestern Medicine
July 18
Prostate Cancer: Advancements in Treatment
Presented by Stephen Mihalcik, MD, PhD, Radiation Oncology, Northwestern Medicine
August 15
Imerman Angels: One-on-one support among cancer fighters, survivors and caregivers
Presented by Jonah Czerwinskyj, MSW, cancer support specialist, Imerman Angels
