Halloween at CWC
2022-10-15 10:30 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | Cancer Wellness Center Northbrook, 215 Revere Dr, Northbrook, IL, 60062, United States
Join us for a morning filled with Halloween family fun activities such as pumpkin decorating, scavenger hunt, trick-or-treating, labyrinth walks and creating monster sandwiches. We encourage all kids (and kids at heart) to join us in costume!
Event will be primarily outdoors (weather permitting).
Location:
Cancer Wellness Center
215 Revere Drive, Northbrook, IL

This is an in-person event.
Registration is required per family
Appropriate for all ages.
Face masks are required if entering inside the building.
Proof of vaccination will be required for anyone 16 and older.

Bi-Weekly Writing Lab
2022-10-17 11:00 - 12:00 | Cancer Wellness Center Northbrook, 215 Revere Dr, Northbrook, IL, 60062, United States
This is a hybrid program offered both in-person at the Cancer Wellness Center and virtually on Zoom
Creative and journalistic writing can both heal and calm the mind. As you explore new possibilities and realities by putting pen to paper, you are free to be as goofy or serious as you would like to be while improving this craft and your communicative abilities. Through the bi-weekly Writing Lab, you will be asked to write to various prompts for timed segments without the pressure of sharing your work (unless you would like too). Join us to nourish your inner writer and connect with others as we share in our passion for words!
“I write entirely to find out what I’m thinking, what I’m looking at, what I see, and what it means. What I want and what I fear.” – Joan Didion
Presented by: Dominique James, MS

*The Writing Lab will be held the 2nd of 4th Monday of each month from 11:00 am – 12:00 pm.
ATTENDING VIRTUALLY:
CLICK HERE to login to the class via Zoom no more than 10 minutes prior.
ATTENDING IN PERSON:
RSVP below to attend in-person.
*Face Masks and proof of vaccination is required for entering the building. Please arrive a few minutes early the first time you attend.

Lessons on Death and Dying: A Virtual Series
2022-10-18 18:00 - 19:00 | Zoom
Thanatology is the science and study of death and dying from a variety of perspectives including medical, psychological, spiritual, and others. Cancer often forces an awareness of one’s mortality through means that are harsh and unexpected for both the patient and their loved ones. This virtual series aims to educate and generate conversation around death and dying through the expertise of mental health professionals, fellows of thanatology, religious leaders, and art practice.
Presented by: Janna A Henning, Psy. D, F.T., J.D.; Dominique James, MS
PLEASE NOTE:
*Registration closes at 2:00 pm on October 18th.
*Program opens for log-in 10 minutes prior to the start time
*An email with log-in instructions will be sent the evening before the program and a reminder 2 hours before the start time.

Men’s Hiking for Health & Happiness
2022-10-19 10:00 - 11:00 | Off-Site
Please meet outside of the Wildlife Discovery Center at Middlefork Savanna, 1401 Middlefork Drive, Lake Forest, IL 60045
Research demonstrates that outdoor exercise, such as hiking, offers health and well-being benefits. Join us outside the Discovery Center for a nature meditation followed by a two mile hike. Please arrive no later than 10:00 am, wear comfortable hiking or running shoes, bring a water bottle and dress for the weather. The hiking terrain is not paved and we may encounter irregular surface paths – all part of the beauty and joy of the hike! Hike will be cancelled in the event of rain.
Presented by: Mark Livshots, MA, LPC
Trail map can be found at this link: Forest Preserve Map:
Meet outside the Wildlife Discovery Center entrance by 10:00 am – promptness is important. It is located near the entrance to the parking area.
Please be prepared to wear a mask and practice social distancing if indicated on the day of the hike.
This hike is reserved only for men with a cancer diagnosis or a male caregiver of someone with cancer.
This program is part of the Cancer Wellness Center’s Men’s Health Education and Support Series, funded in part by a donation from Astellas.

Qué son los ensayos clínicos y por qué son importantes para el tratamiento del cáncer (What are Clinical Trials and Why are They Important for Cancer Treatment)
2022-10-19 18:00 - 18:45 | Zoom
Qué son los ensayos clínicos y por qué son importantes para el tratamiento del cáncer .
Venga a informarse por sobre los ensayos clínicos y su importancia en el tratamiento del cáncer.
Presentado por Carolina Marie Soto Chervin, M.D., Ph.D. La Dra Soto-Chervin esta adscrita Kellog Cancer Center de NorthShore University HealthSystem.
Miércoles 17 de agosto 6:00 – 6:45 pm
Para registrarse haga CLIC AQUí

(Join us to learn about what are clinical trials and why are they important for cancer treatment.
Presentented by: Carolina Marie Soto Chervin, M.D., Ph.D. Dr. Soto-Chervin is a fellow at Kellog Cancer Center at NorthShore University HealthSystem.)

Zentangle
2022-10-20 10:00 - 11:15, 2022-11-03 10:00 - 11:15, 2022-11-17 10:00 - 11:15 | Cancer Wellness Center Northbrook, 215 Revere Dr, Northbrook, IL, 60062, United States
Join us at the Cancer Wellness Center for Zentangle, an easy-to-learn, meditative and fun way to create art by drawing structured patterns. No art experience required. It is a journey of relaxing creativity.
Presented by: Mary Hamming, CZT
Limit of 10 participants.
This is an in-person event.
All participants must provide proof of Covid 19 vaccination and sign a waiver upon arrival to attend all in-person classes.
Please arrive 10-15 minutes early for check in.

Connecting Through Knitting
2022-10-24 10:00 - 12:00, 2022-11-07 10:00 - 12:00 | Cancer Wellness Center Northbrook, 215 Revere Dr, Northbrook, IL, 60062, United States
Drop in and join other participants who enjoy the art of knitting. Knitting can be a relaxing hobby that reduces stress and keeps one centered in the present moment. No experience necessary!
Call 847-562-4994 to register.

Virtual: An Integrative Approach to Wellness in Cancer
2022-10-25 18:00 - 19:00 | Zoom
Please join Dr. Saigal as she discusses mind-body techniques, nutrition, physical activity, spirituality, and various integrative therapies that may optimize wellness and healing in a cancer diagnosis. This comprehensive session will offer guidance for individuals who are coping with cancer, as well as for their loved ones.
Presented by: Pooja Saigal, MD, NorthShore University HealthSystem
*Registration closes at 2pm on October 25th.
*Program opens for log-in 10 minutes prior to the start time
*An email with log-in instructions will be sent the evening before the program and a reminder 2 hours prior to program start.

Virtual: CWC Staff Chat Series
2022-10-26 12:15 - 13:00 | Zoom
Join Priscilla Andrews, MA, LCPC, Clinical Manager, as she engages in a monthly thought-provoking conversation with her fellow Clinical Team members. Each conversation will focus on an aspect of the cancer experience, providing different insights and perspectives on a common theme. Audience questions are invited and encouraged.
The Series will be available via Zoom (registration required), Facebook Live Stream, and on the Center’s YouTube Channel (after the event).
Topic: Teens and Cancer with Stephanie Aaron, LCSW, Clinical Associate
Join Stephanie and Priscilla as they discuss the impact a cancer diagnosis in the family can have on teens and the common issues and concerns that arise for teens and their parents.
*Registration closes 11:30 am on October 26th
*Program opens for viewing right at 12:15 pm
*An email with log-in instructions will be sent the evening before the program.

Bi-Weekly Writing Lab
2022-10-31 11:00 - 12:00 | Cancer Wellness Center Northbrook, 215 Revere Dr, Northbrook, IL, 60062, United States
This is a hybrid program offered both in-person at the Cancer Wellness Center and virtually on Zoom
Creative and journalistic writing can both heal and calm the mind. As you explore new possibilities and realities by putting pen to paper, you are free to be as goofy or serious as you would like to be while improving this craft and your communicative abilities. Through the bi-weekly Writing Lab, you will be asked to write to various prompts for timed segments without the pressure of sharing your work (unless you would like too). Join us to nourish your inner writer and connect with others as we share in our passion for words!
“I write entirely to find out what I’m thinking, what I’m looking at, what I see, and what it means. What I want and what I fear.” – Joan Didion
Presented by: Dominique James, MS

*The Writing Lab will be held every other week from 11:00 am – 12:00 pm.
ATTENDING VIRTUALLY:
CLICK HERE to login to the class via Zoom no more than 10 minutes prior.
ATTENDING IN PERSON:
RSVP below to attend in-person.
*Face Masks and proof of vaccination is required for entering the building. Please arrive a few minutes early the first time you attend.

Strength and Conditioning
2022-11-02 11:30 - 12:30, 2022-11-09 11:30 - 12:30, 2022-11-16 11:30 - 12:30, 2022-11-30 11:30 - 12:30 | Cancer Wellness Center Northbrook, 215 Revere Dr, Northbrook, IL, 60062, United States
This is a hybrid class offered both in-person at the Cancer Wellness Center and virtually on Zoom
Strength and Conditioning with Barbara
In this class, students will learn strategies and techniques that will build strength and flexibility. All levels of fitness are welcome. Wear gym shoes and comfortable clothing. Using any of your own equipment is encouraged; dumbbells, hand/leg weights, resistance bands, stability ball, small ball or pillow to squeeze, yoga blocks, yoga strap and/or a chair for balance.
ATTENDING VIRTUALLY:

CLICK HERE to login to the class via Zoom no more than 15 minutes prior.
ATTENDING IN PERSON:
RSVP below to attend in-person.
Limit of 8 participants.
All participants must provide proof of Covid-19 vaccination and sign a waiver upon arrival to attend all in-person classes. Masks are required in the building
Please arrive 10-15 minutes early for check in.
Late arrivals will not be admitted to class.

RESCHEDULED: Digging in the Dirt
2022-11-05 11:00 - 12:00 | Cancer Wellness Center Northbrook, 215 Revere Dr, Northbrook, IL, 60062, United States
Due to the rainy forecast, this program will be rescheduled. Please stay tuned on our website for the new date.
Inviting all gardeners and anyone who likes to dig in the dirt! Come and learn how to prepare outdoor vegetable gardens for a winter crop. We are happy to be partnering with the Northbrook Garden Club for this unique program. We welcome adults and children to help us get our garden in order!
We would appreciate gardeners bringing their own supplies if possible, (gloves, trowels). * This program is weather dependent.
Please note:

This is an in-person event.
Registration is required. Please note children’s names with registration.
Registration ends on Thursday November 3rd at 8:00 pm
Program will be canceled in case of rain or other inclement weather

Hiking for Health & Happiness
2022-11-07 10:30 - 11:30 | Off-Site
Please meet outside of the Wildlife Discovery Center at Middlefork Savanna,
1401 Middlefork Drive, Lake Forest, IL 60045
Research demonstrates that outdoor exercise, such as hiking, offers health and well-being benefits. Join us outside the Discovery Center for a nature meditation followed by a two mile hike. Please arrive no later than 10:30 am, wear comfortable hiking or running shoes, bring a water bottle and dress for the weather. The hiking terrain is not paved and we may encounter irregular surface paths – all part of the beauty and joy of the hike!
Presented by: Kimberly Matthews, MA, LCPC; Megan McMahon, PhD
*Hike will be cancelled in the event of rain.
*Meet outside the Wildlife Discovery Center entrance by 10:30 am – promptness is important. It is located near the entrance to the parking area.
*Trail map can be found at this link: Forest Preserve Map:
* Please scroll down to register.

Virtual: Chemo-Brain and How to Adapt to Cognitive Changes During Chemotherapy
2022-11-08 16:30 - 17:30 | Zoom
Have you gone through chemotherapy, expecting to go through it, or know someone else who has? Join us in learning about ‘chemo-brain’, a commonly occurring side effect of chemotherapy that presents itself through cognitive impairment, attention and concentration difficulties, and new problems with memory. In this program, Mark Livshots will cover information about chemo-brain, techniques and strategies for intervention and treatment.
Presented by: Mark Livshots, MA, LPC
PLEASE NOTE:
*Registration closes at 2:00 pm on November 8th.
*Program opens for log-in 10 minutes prior to the start time
*An email with log-in instructions will be sent the evening before the program and a reminder 2 hours before the start time.

Men’s Hiking for Health & Happiness
2022-11-09 10:00 - 11:00 | Off-Site
Please meet outside of the Wildlife Discovery Center at Middlefork Savanna, 1401 Middlefork Drive, Lake Forest, IL 60045
Research demonstrates that outdoor exercise, such as hiking, offers health and well-being benefits. Join us outside the Discovery Center for a nature meditation followed by a two mile hike. Please arrive no later than 10:00 am, wear comfortable hiking or running shoes, bring a water bottle and dress for the weather. The hiking terrain is not paved and we may encounter irregular surface paths – all part of the beauty and joy of the hike! Hike will be cancelled in the event of rain.
Presented by: Mark Livshots, MA, LPC
Trail map can be found at this link: Forest Preserve Map:
Meet outside the Wildlife Discovery Center entrance by 10:00 am – promptness is important. It is located near the entrance to the parking area.
This hike is reserved only for men with a cancer diagnosis or a male caregiver of someone with cancer.
This program is part of the Cancer Wellness Center’s Men’s Health Education and Support Series, funded in part by a donation from Astellas.

New Date: Digging in the Dirt
2022-11-09 11:00 - 12:00 | Cancer Wellness Center Northbrook, 215 Revere Dr, Northbrook, IL, 60062, United States
Inviting all gardeners and anyone who likes to dig in the dirt! Come and learn how to prepare outdoor vegetable gardens for a winter crop. We are happy to be partnering with the Northbrook Garden Club for this unique program. We welcome adults and children to help us get our garden in order!
We would appreciate gardeners bringing their own supplies if possible, (gloves, trowels). * This program is weather dependent.
Please note:

This is an in-person event.
Registration is required. Please note children’s names with registration.
Registration ends on Wednesday, November 9th at 9am
Program will be canceled in case of rain or other inclement weather

Virtual: CWC Staff Chat Series
2022-11-09 12:15 - 13:00 | Zoom
Join Priscilla Andrews, MA, LCPC, Clinical Manager, as she engages in a monthly thought-provoking conversation with her fellow Clinical Team members. Each conversation will focus on an aspect of the cancer experience, providing different insights and perspectives on a common theme. Audience questions are invited and encouraged.
The Series will be available via Zoom (registration required), Facebook Live Stream, and on the Center’s YouTube Channel (after the event
Topic: Coping with Insomnia and Sleep Difficulties with Michelle Mattero, MA, LPC, NCC, Clinical Associate & Bereavement Coordinator
Join Michelle and Priscilla as they discuss ways to cope with sleep difficulties while living with a cancer diagnosis.
*Registration closes 11:30 am on November 9th
*Program opens for viewing right at 12:15 pm
*An email with log-in instructions will be sent the evening before the program.

RESCHEDULED - The CWC Studio: Wig Services
2022-11-11 09:00 - 12:00 | Cancer Wellness Center Northbrook, 215 Revere Dr, Northbrook, IL, 60062, United States
The CWC Wig Studio has been rescheduled. Please call Lisa at 847-509-9595 for more information about rescheduled wig services.
A limited number of appointments are now available on November 11th between 9:00 am and 12:00 pm for a free wig and wig-fitting at the CWC Studio.
This service is for those who are in active cancer treatment, and are losing their hair or have lost their hair as a result of treatment.
Proof of full Covid-19 vaccination and wearing a surgical mask is required at the Cancer Wellness Center.
Please call 847-509-9595 for an appointment

Bi-Weekly Writing Lab
2022-11-14 11:00 - 12:00 | Cancer Wellness Center Northbrook, 215 Revere Dr, Northbrook, IL, 60062, United States
This is a hybrid program offered both in-person at the Cancer Wellness Center and virtually on Zoom
Creative and journalistic writing can both heal and calm the mind. As you explore new possibilities and realities by putting pen to paper, you are free to be as goofy or serious as you would like to be while improving this craft and your communicative abilities. Through the bi-weekly Writing Lab, you will be asked to write to various prompts for timed segments without the pressure of sharing your work (unless you would like too). Join us to nourish your inner writer and connect with others as we share in our passion for words!
“I write entirely to find out what I’m thinking, what I’m looking at, what I see, and what it means. What I want and what I fear.” – Joan Didion
Presented by: Dominique James, MS, LPC

*The Writing Lab will be held every other week from 11:00 am – 12:00 pm.
ATTENDING VIRTUALLY:
CLICK HERE to login to the class via Zoom no more than 10 minutes prior.
ATTENDING IN PERSON:
RSVP below to attend in-person.
*Face Masks and proof of vaccination is required for entering the building. Please arrive a few minutes early the first time you attend.

Therapy Dog Meet and Greet
2022-11-15 16:30 - 17:15 | Cancer Wellness Center Northbrook, 215 Revere Dr, Northbrook, IL, 60062, United States
Join us for an informal meet and greet with certified therapy dogs from Rainbow Animal Assisted Therapy. There will be plenty of opportunity for hands-on interaction with the dogs, and to watch them show off their skills.
Please note:

This is an in-person event.
Registration is required
Proof of vaccination will be required for anyone 16 and older.
Face masks are required.

Lessons on Death and Dying: A Virtual Series
2022-11-15 18:00 - 19:00 | Zoom
Thanatology is the science and study of death and dying from a variety of perspectives including medical, psychological, spiritual, and others. Cancer often forces an awareness of one’s mortality through means that are harsh and unexpected for both the patient and their loved ones. This virtual series aims to educate and generate conversation around death and dying through the expertise of mental health professionals, fellows of thanatology, religious leaders, and art practice.
In this session, psychologists Dr. Damita LaRue and Dr. Brittany Trauthwein will focus on family dynamics and family grief.
Presented by: Dominique James, MS, LPC; Brittany Trauthwein, PsyD, FT; Damita LaRue, PsyD, FT, CCISM
PLEASE NOTE:
*Registration closes at 2:00 pm on November 15th.
*Program opens for log-in 10 minutes prior to the start time
*An email with log-in instructions will be sent the evening before the program and a reminder 2 hours before the start time.

¿Por qué es importante la detección temprana del cáncer de próstata?/ Why is it Important to Detect Prostate Cancer Early?
2022-11-16 18:00 - 18:45 | Zoom
Miércoles 16 de noviembre 6:00 – 6:45 pm
Escuche esta entrevista con el Dr. Fernández-Peña, experto en salud pública sobre la importancia de la detección temprana del cáncer de próstata. Posteriormente habrá preguntas y respuestas.
Invitado especial: José Ramon Fernández- Peña, MD, MPA. Ex presidente de la American Public Health Association y Fundador de Welcome Back Initiative.
Para registrarse haga CLIC AQUÍ
Listen to this interview with Dr. Fernández-Peña, a public health expert on the importance of early detection of prostate cancer. Later there will be questions and answers.
Special guest: José Ramón Fernández-Peña, MD, MPA. Former President of the American Public Health Association and Founder of the Welcome Back Initiative.

CANCELED - ALGH: Virtual Gentle Yoga
2022-11-23 16:00 - 17:00 | Zoom
This class incorporates simple flowing sequences to warm up the body, as well as slower paced movements focusing on alignment, strength, balance, and flexibility. Each class will end with an extended period of relaxation. This class is appropriate for anyone of any age, shape or size. No experience or flexibility required. Benefits include lower fatigue, reduced stress, improved physical functioning and sleep quality, and lower risk of cancer recurrence.
Supported by Advocate Lutheran General Hospital
Call or email to register
847.723.5690

Samantha.daniel@aah.org

Bi-Weekly Writing Lab
2022-11-28 11:00 - 12:00 | Cancer Wellness Center Northbrook, 215 Revere Dr, Northbrook, IL, 60062, United States
This is a hybrid program offered both in-person at the Cancer Wellness Center and virtually on Zoom
Creative and journalistic writing can both heal and calm the mind. As you explore new possibilities and realities by putting pen to paper, you are free to be as goofy or serious as you would like to be while improving this craft and your communicative abilities. Through the bi-weekly Writing Lab, you will be asked to write to various prompts for timed segments without the pressure of sharing your work (unless you would like too). Join us to nourish your inner writer and connect with others as we share in our passion for words!
“I write entirely to find out what I’m thinking, what I’m looking at, what I see, and what it means. What I want and what I fear.” – Joan Didion
Presented by: Dominique James, MS, LPC

*The Writing Lab will be held the 2nd of 4th Monday of each month from 11:00 am – 12:00 pm.
ATTENDING VIRTUALLY:
CLICK HERE to login to the class via Zoom no more than 10 minutes prior.
ATTENDING IN PERSON:
RSVP below to attend in-person.
*Face Masks and proof of vaccination is required for entering the building. Please arrive a few minutes early the first time you attend.
