What’s ON:

Until it is safe to gather, Wellwood now has a wide range of supports available, wherever you are, to help you continue to live well with cancer during these challenging times.

In addition to a variety of self-care resources, many of our programs and groups are now taking place on Zoom, as we are continually adding more. If you are interested in participating, please contact us. For up to date information on program dates, please refer to our online registration form.

For security reasons, registered participants are asked not to share Zoom links, and we will also not admit anyone who isn’t registered to the virtual room.

To protect vulnerable ages, programs are for 18+, except Kids in the Kitchen/Power Up. Please ask us for suggestions on how to support teens living with cancer in the family, or about local resources for children and teens with cancer.

NOW Online:

PEER SUPPORT:

One-on-one peer mentoring

A flagship program, connecting you with someone who has been there.
To arrange a peer mentor, please leave a message at 905-667-8870 or email Norma.
Meetings are conducted over the phone, email, and text.

Curveball

Two men’s groups – under 40 and over 40.
First Tuesday of the month* 6 to 7:30 pm

*Please note that, when statutory holidays fall on the first Tuesday, the meeting is held the second week.

Gynecological Cancer Support Group

Discussion and support group. Sharing experiences in a setting of privacy, respect and community.
First Wednesday of the month* 10 am to 12 pm

*Please note that, when statutory holidays fall on the first Wednesday, the meeting is held the second week.

Kids' Program

Activities, games, and self-care strategies for children and their families. All supplies are provided. Ages 6 to 11.
This program is delivered to children who are living with a serious illness in the family. For more information, contact Norma.

Youth Program

A space for youth to connect, learn, and lead together. Workshops are planned from youth input. Ages 12 to 15.
This program is delivered to youth who are living with a serious illness in the family. For more information, contact Norma.

EXERCISE & MOVEMENT:

Yoga

Offering a selection of styles including Restorative, Gentle Hatha, and Chair Yoga.
Mondays 7 to 8 pm
Tuesdays 1:30 to 2:30 pm

Energy, Boost & Balance

Safe, simple easy-to-do exercises connecting you to the energy in your own body.
Wednesdays 2:30 to 3:30 pm, 4-week series.

CREATIVE EXPRESSION:

Watercolour for Beginners

This program involves instruction and practice using watercolour.
Wednesdays from 10 to 11 am, 6-week series for beginners.

Drawing for Beginners

This program involves drawing exercises with pencil to develop visual awareness, personal expression and reflection.
Wednesdays from 10 to 11 am, 4-week series.

Card-making workshops

Learn the techniques and art of card-making using various mediums.

Learn the techniques and art of card-making using various mediums.
Ongoing monthly workshops available.

Zentangle for Beginners

Learn the magnificent art of doodling.
Fridays from 1 to 2 pm, 5-week series for beginners.

MEDITATION & RELAXATION:

Guided Visualization

The familiar voices of our volunteers featured in a pre-recorded series of relaxing visualizations.
Send an email to wellwood@hhsc.ca to access recordings.
New visualizations introduced regularly.

Introduction to Mindfulness Meditation

Introducing you to the practice of Mindful Meditation, with Dr. Parmjit Singh.
Offered as a single, interactive online workshop.

Mindfulness Meditation

A course to teach the practice of mental calming and physical relaxation.
Tuesdays 9:30 to 11 am, 6-week series.

The Wellwood Labyrinth

Located at our community site.

LECTURE SERIES:

Our next lecture series will begin this fall.

You can access past lectures by emailing us at wellwood@hhsc.ca

For up to date information on program dates, please refer to our online registration form.

Other Programs & Groups:

We recommend connecting directly with the organizers as some dates may change.

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