Stress Management
In Person (Warrenville):
Thursdays, September 5 – 26, 10:00 am – Noon
Cheri Hunt, Art Instructor, Northwestern Medicine Living Well Cancer Resources
Missy Petty, LCPC, Lead Counselor, Northwestern Medicine Living Well Cancer Resources
Join us for a creative exploration with others who are ready to inspire and encourage one another to go deeper with their art and find insight and clarity while facing cancer.
Virtual: Wednesday, September 18, 6:30 – 7:45 pm
Nancy Nieto, LPC, NCC, Counselor, Northwestern Medicine Living Well Cancer Resources
When you experience sudden and major changes, they may affect how you take care of yourself. This
workshop is intended to help you learn about different types of self-care and their benefits. You will also learn how to implement your self-care practices.
In Person (Warrenville): Thursday, September 26, 6:00 – 7:00 pm
T. Smith, Reiki Master
This presentation delves into the principles of Reiki, demonstrating its transformative effects and exploring its ability to promote physical, emotional and spiritual well-being.
In Person (Warrenville): Thursday, October 3, 5:30 – 7:00 pm
Ruth Day, Yoga Instructor and Trauma Release Facilitator
This meditative experience with soothing instruments, such as singing bowls and gongs, promotes relaxation and stress relief through harmonious sounds.
In Person (Geneva): Wednesdays, October 9 – 23, 1:00 – 3:00 pm
Erin Bloodworth, Wellness Coordinator, Northwestern Medicine Living Well Cancer Resources
This program will integrate a range of holistic strategies to enhance emotional well-being, boost mental resilience and foster a sense of empowerment.
In Person (Geneva): Wednesday, October 9, 6:30 – 8:00 pm
Cassie Nieves, LCSW, Counselor, Northwestern Medicine Living Well Cancer Resources
Karen Pugliese, Advanced Practice Chaplain, Northwestern Medicine
Spend a special evening honoring and remembering your loved one. You will have the opportunity for reflection and time spent with others who have also experienced a loss.
Warrenville: Thursday, October 17, 6:00 – 7:30 pm
Jeri Davis, Artist and Author
Cheryl Cook, Artist and Designer
Take a page from adult coloring book publisher and cancer survivor Jeri Davis and artist Cheryl “Cookie” Cook and express your cancer experience with irreverence and humor. Jeri will share her unique story as you design your own personalized coloring book page.
Hybrid (Geneva): Wednesday, October 23, 6:00 – 7:00 pm
Kimberly Rich, EdD, Death Doula, Tomorrow Mourning
This presentation explores the role of a death doula, highlighting their support for individuals and families through the end-of-life process with compassion and
practical guidance. You will gain insights into the emotional, spiritual and logistical aspects of dying, and the unique contributions of a death doula in ensuring a dignified and meaningful transition.
Virtual: Wednesday, October 30, 5:00 – 6:15 pm
This drop-in group will meet every other month to reflect on and discuss different books that address the cancer experience. Please come prepared to join the conversation and share your thoughts.
Book: Not the Breast Year of My Life: Finding Hope and Resilience After a Breast Cancer Diagnosis by Cara Sapida
In Person (Geneva): Wednesday, November 6, 6:00 – 7:00 pm
Vikki Rood, Life Coach and Improv Expert
Are you feeling resentful, depleted, frustrated or stressed out? This workshop will teach you to change your perspective and remind you that you’re human and doing the best you can. We will listen to one another and learn to use techniques from life coaching and improv humor to discover who you are.
Virtual: Monday, November 11, 6:30 – 7:30 pm
Join Living Well Counselor Cassie Nieves to learn age- appropriate tools and terms for explaining cancer and cancer treatment to children. You will also learn how to help children navigate their feelings, as well as different ways to support them as they process their loved one’s diagnosis.
Virtual: Wednesday, November 20, 6:30 – 7:30 pm
Grieving the loss of a loved one is never easy, especially during times of gathering and celebration.
Join Cassie Nieves, a Living Well counselor, to learn how to set healthy expectations, manage holiday traditions and remember self-care.
In Person (Geneva): Thursday, December 5, 5:30 – 7:00 pm
Virtual: Wednesday, December 11, 5:00 – 6:15 pm
Book: Cancer Schmancer by Fran Drescher
