The Mindful Kitchen Deborah Kronenberger, MA, LCPC; Lori Bumbaco, RDN, CSO, LDN, Oncology Dietitian Our food choices provide a unique opportunity to integrate pleasure and nourishment and to cultivate wellness. […]
The Dance of Directions is a slow-moving prayer to the earth and sky that clears the energetic pathways within the body to resonate with the land and the sacred Directions. […]
Program is FULL, please call for waitlist. Start summer with a day of relaxation, introspection and renewal. This day long retreat will include Gentle Yoga (appropriate for all levels of fitness and can be done in a chair, if necessary), The Power of Nature: Walking Meditation, Using Your Creativity to Cultivate Serenity, and Healing Through […]
NEW TIME: 5:00 - 6:00 pm This restorative yoga class adds the relaxing and healing power of Reiki. Students will be led through classic restorative yoga poses which help create […]
Would you like to learn new ideas for preparing meals for a few friends or just yourself? This presentation will provide practical tips and new ideas! We will also share […]
There is a perfect meditation technique for each of us and, in this class, Carl Jerome will walk us through six different types of meditation to find your perfect meditation […]
The LIFE Program and the Cancer Wellness Center join hands for an “Evening of Survivorship.” The evening will include lectures, interactive discussions and demonstrations. Survivorship topics include: Cognitive Dysfunction: Is […]
Research demonstrates that outdoor exercise, such as hiking, offers health and well-being benefits. Join us at Ryerson Woods Forest Preserve, 21950 North Riverwoods Road, Riverwoods for a nature meditation followed by a two mile hike. Meet outside the Brushwood Center entrance by 10:30 - promptness is important. Brushwood parking lot and Center can be found […]
Why do bad things happen to good people? While any answer may seem callous in the face of human pain, the Jewish tradition views all events in this world as ultimately meaningful and purposeful. Through discussion and lecture, Rabbi David Begoun will guide students to finding light through the darkness. Rabbi Begoun is passionate about […]
A cancer diagnosis brings a lot of questions about nutrition and diet. Will I feel sick? Will I be able to eat normally? What should I eat to help my body fight cancer and heal? In this program, the dietitian will off er tips about what to eat when you don’t feel well and emphasize […]
Program was rescheduled from Wednesday, May 15 to Wednesday, June 19. In this class, we will participate in a drum & song circle led by Noah Plotkin who is a professional percussionist. All hand-drums and percussion instruments will be provided. The drum circle is designed for everyone with all abilities and no prior experience is […]
Mindfulness is a way of thinking that has the potential to reduce stress and change the way you view challenges. In this class you will be introduced to this evidence based approach and will learn mindfulness basics through instruction, experiential exercises and discussion. Attendance at all sessions is recommended as class follows a structured progression. […]
Yoga uses physical postures, breath work and meditation to bring mind and body back into a balanced state. These classes are for all levels of fitness and can be practiced in a chair, if necessary. Wear comfortable clothing to all yoga classes. To register, call the Center at 847.509.9595
This class is designed to help you move to the beat of your own drum, reconnect to yourself through gentle self-guided movement, and explore freedom through the mind-body connection. No previous experience is necessary. Presented by: Erica Hornthal, LCPC, BC-DMT, Founder of Chicago Dance Therapy
Join us for a screening of “Hidden Scars: Emotional Impact of Mastectomy and Cancer-Related Experiences,” a documentary film that explores the many emotions a woman feels when having a mastectomy […]
This group experience uses auricular (ear) acupuncture to help balance the body, calm the spirit, and build qi (energy). Registration is limited to 8 for each independent class. Presented by: Rena Zaid, MS, LAc, Dipl Ac, Dipl CH
In this program, attendees will learn about Locus of Control (view on control). The goal of the class is to help participants gain a greater understanding of how their views on control may affect how they view the overall cancer experience and treatment process. Class will begin with a short quiz to explore the participant’s […]
A cancer diagnosis brings a lot of questions about nutrition and diet. Will I feel sick? Will I be able to eat normally? What should I eat to help my body fight cancer and heal? In this program, the dietitian will off er tips about what to eat when you don’t feel well and emphasize […]
Class will begin with a ten minute seated meditation, followed by Qigong, which is an ancient Chinese practice that combines gentle movement, deep breathing, and meditation. Following Qigong, you will learn how to practice Reiki on yourself. Reiki is a Japanese, energy-based practice that is deeply relaxing and helps to balance and harmonize the mind […]