What’s ON:

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+, 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

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 Thursday 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 us.

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 contact us.

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

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

CREATIVE EXPRESSION:

Watercolour for Beginners

This program involves instruction and practice using watercolour.

Drawing for Beginners

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

Card-making workshops

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

Zentangle for Beginners

Learn the magnificent art of doodling.

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

MEDITATION & RELAXATION:

Guided Visualization

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

A course to teach the practice of mental calming and physical relaxation.

Please refer to our registration form for upcoming 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.

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