Stress Management
In Person (Warrenville): Thursdays, February 15, 22 and 29, 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Cheri Hunt, Art Instructor, Northwestern Medicine Living Well Cancer Resources
Erin Bloodworth, Wellness Instructor, 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 (Warrenville): Wednesdays, March 6, 13, 20 and 27, 10:00 am – Noon
Nancy Nieto, LCP, NCC, Counselor, Northwestern Medicine Living Well Cancer Resources
Navigate the many changes that come with a cancer diagnosis and tap into your emotions while creating a personal, artful journal.
Virtual: Wednesday, April 17, 5:30 – 6:15 pm
This drop-in group will meet every other month to reflect on and discuss different books that address cancer experiences. Please come prepared to join the conversation and share your thoughts.
Book: When Breath Becomes Air by Paul Kalanithi
In Person (Geneva): Thursday, April 18, 6:30 – 8:00 pm
John Polo, Speaker, Hope and Empowerment Coach, Better Not Bitter Widower Organization
Cassie Nieves, LCSW, Counselor, Northwestern Medicine Living Well Cancer Resources
This workshop will focus on how writing and journaling can aid in grief and the healing process. John Polo will discuss his own experience with writing and grief, and he will provide writing prompts for you to respond to.
In Person (Geneva): Thursday, April 25, 6:00 – 7:30 pm
Ruth Day, Yoga Instructor and Trauma Release Facilitator
A meditative experience with soothing instruments like singing bowls and gongs, promoting relaxation and stress relief through harmonious sounds.
In Person (Warrenville): Tuesdays, April 23 and 30, 6:00 – 8:00 pm
A cancer diagnosis can bring physical changes that can shift your perspective of your self-image. This two-part series is aimed at helping process the changes that cancer brings in a safe and creative environment. We recommend registering for both days. Only those who attended the first meeting may attend the second meeting.
Part One: Part one of this two-part series will give you an opportunity to explore the impact of physical and emotional changes after a cancer diagnosis. It will give you a chance to express how those changes have shaped your self-image through artistic expression, written reflection, and open discussion.
Part Two: In part two of this two-part series, you will learn strategies to start navigating your path to self-love and self-acceptance. You will have an opportunity to create an artistic statement about your journey.