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Wellwood has a wide range of supports available, wherever you are, empowering you to live well with cancer.
In addition to a variety of resources, we offer many of our programs and groups both in person and online. If you are interested in participating, please contact us. For up to date information on program dates, please refer to our online registration form.
To protect vulnerable ages, programs are for 18+, with the exception of our programs for Kids & Youth. 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.

Programs we Offer:

 

PEER SUPPORT:

One-on-one peer mentoring

A flagship program, connecting you with someone who has been there. 
To arrange a peer mentor, please call 905-389-5884 or email Diane.  
Meetings are conducted over the phone, email, and text. 

For more information about the Peer Mentor program, click on the links below:

Peer Mentor Handout

Peer Mentee Handout

 

Curveball (Hybrid)

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

 

Support for Individuals with Gynecological Cancer (Hybrid)

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

Support for Individuals with Breast Cancer (Hybrid)

A new pilot program offering a biweekly discussion group for individuals to share resources, and support one another in a safe and caring space.  
Every other Monday from 1 pm to 3 pm (8 sessions) 

2024 Program Dates: Jan. 8, Jan. 22, Feb. 5, Feb. 26 (No session of Feb. 19th - Family Day), Mar. 11, Mar. 25, Apr. 8, Apr. 22

 

Kids' Program (Hybrid)

Activities, games, and self-care strategies for children and their families. All supplies are provided. Ages 6 to 12.
This program is delivered to children who are living with a serious illness in the family. Every other Wednesday from 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

2024 Program Dates: Mar. 20, Apr. 3, Apr. 17, May 1, May 15

 

Youth Program (Hybrid)

A space for youth to connect, learn, and lead together. Workshops are planned from youth input. Ages 13 to 17.
This program is delivered to youth who are living with a serious illness in the family. Every other Wednesday from 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

2024 Program Dates: Mar. 27, Apr. 10, Apr. 24, May 8

 

Please refer to our registration form for further details on upcoming program dates and times.

 


 

EXERCISE & MOVEMENT:

Yoga (Hybrid)

Offering a selection of styles including Restorative, Gentle Hatha, and Chair Yoga.
Mondays 7 pm to 8 pm
Jan. 15, Jan. 22, Jan. 29, Feb. 5, Feb. 12, (no session Feb. 19 for Family Day), Feb. 26 

Tuesdays 1:30 to 2:30 pm
Jan. 16, Jan. 23, Jan. 30, Feb. 6, Feb. 13, Feb. 20

 

 Please refer to our registration form for further details on program dates and times.


 

CREATIVE EXPRESSION:

Watercolour for Beginners (Hybrid)

This program involves instruction and practice using watercolour.
Wednesdays 10 am to 11:30 am 

6 week series, beginning Mar. 6

 

Drawing for Beginners (Virtual)

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

4 week series, beginning Jan. 24

 

Zentangle for Beginners (Virtual)

Learn the magnificent art of doodling.
Fridays 1 pm to 2:30 pm

4 week series, beginning Mar. 1

 

Creative Expression Practice Group (Hybrid)

A creative space for painters, drawers, zentanglers, and other art enthusiasts to socialize, share, and learn together, while working on their  own projects.
Wednesdays 1 pm to 2:30 pm

5 week series, beginning Feb. 28 (These sessions are not instructional).

 

Please refer to our registration form for further details on program dates and times.


 

MEDITATION & RELAXATION:

Guided Visualization (Virtual)

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

 

Mindfulness Meditation (Virtual)

A course to teach the practice of mental calming and physical relaxation.
Tuesdays 9:30 am to 11 am

6 week series, beginning Feb. 27

 

Please refer to our registration form for further details on program dates and times.

 

The Wellwood Labyrinth

Located at our community site.


 

LECTURE SERIES:

Visit our registration form for a list of upcoming lectures.

You can also access past lectures by emailing us at wellwoodzoom@gmail.com

 

Other Programs & Groups:

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

Look Good Feel Better

Register at www.lgfb.ca or 1-800-914-5665

Canadian Neuroendocrine Tumour Society

Contact: hamiltongroup.cnets@gmail.com

MPN (Myeloproliferative Neoplasms)

Contact: jwhclark@gmail.com

BLADDER Cancer

Contact: alexh@bladdercancercanada.org

Hamilton & District Multiple Myeloma Network

Contact: hamiltonnetwork@myeloma.ca

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To register for virtual programs online, please click here.

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