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 our wide range 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. Registration is required.
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 wellwood@hhsc.ca. Staff will respond promptly.
Meetings are conducted over the phone, email and text.
Curveball
Two men’s groups – under 40 and over 40.
First Tuesday of month* 6 to 7:30 pm
Next Meeting: August 4
KIDS in the Kitchen/Power-UP
Creative activities, games, meal preparation (including supplies), and self-care strategies for kids and their families, all provided through virtual coaching from us.
This program is delivered for children who are living with a serious illness in the family. For more information, contact Norma Frankoff.
Next session: TBA
EXERCISE & MOVEMENT:
Yoga
Offering a selection, suitable for everyone, including Restorative, Gentle, Stretch & Restore, and Chair Yoga.
Mondays 7 to 8 pm
Tuesdays 1:30 to 2:30 pm
Next session: TBA
Energy, Boost & Balance
Safe, simple easy-to-do practices connecting you to the energy in your own body.
Wednesdays 2:30 to 3:30 pm, 4 week series
Next session begins September 9
CREATIVE EXPRESSION:
Cardmaking
Learn the techniques and art of cardmaking, using the simple medium of torn paper.
Thursdays 2:15 to 3:15 pm
Sessions are ongoing
Zentangle
Learn the magnificent art of doodling.
Fridays 1 to 2 pm, 5 week series for beginners
Next session August 7
MEDITATION & RELAXATION:
Self-Guided Therapeutic Touch®
Alternating Thursdays 7 to 8 pm
Next session: TBA
Guided Group Visualization
The familiar voices of our volunteers featured in a series of visualizations.
Send an email to wellwood@hhsc.ca to register for recordings.
New visualizations introduced regularly
Meditation
Tuesdays 9:30 to 11 am, 6 week series
Next session: TBA
The Wellwood Labyrinth
Located at our community site.
In Development:
PEER SUPPORT:
Gynecological Cancer
Support & discussion group for women.
Meetings are currently on hold. Facilitators can connect with you by phone.
Breast Cancer Support: The First Two Years
Support & discussion group for anyone living with a breast cancer diagnosis.
Meetings are currently on hold. Facilitators can connect with you by phone.
EXERCISE & MOVEMENT:
Tai Chi
CREATIVE EXPRESSION:
Expressing Your Cancer Journey Through Art
Level 1: Drawing
Level 2: Watercolour*
UPCOMING LECTURES:
Cancer 101: A 3 Part Series
Parts 2 and 3 Scheduled for Fall
Discussion of Treatment Options
Saying Yes: A Patient’s Role
Visit: www.eventbrite.ca, search “Wellwood” and choose lecture. Need help registering? Call us at 905-667-8870.
Registration opens in June.
RETREATS & WORKSHOPS:
Acrylic Painting Retreat
Take home your own masterpiece from this very popular class that includes materials and meals.
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
Hamilton/Halton/Niagara & Area Carcinoid Neuroendocrine
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
VON Caregiver Support Group
Contact: renate.fries@von.ca
