Each month in this drop-in group, Oncology Dietitian Lori Bumbaco and Clinical Psychologist Gabrielle Wolk will guide a discussion on living well with a cancer diagnosis. Topics will focus on practical ways to support your health and well-being, including healthy eating, movement, stress management, mindfulness, and sleep hygiene. Each session will include an informative presentation […]
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, […]
This is a hybrid class offered both in-person at the Cancer Wellness Center and virtually on Zoom Are you an experienced yoga practitioner who wishes to deepen your understanding of all the aspects of yoga through the lens of a personal practice? Vinyasa yoga is a systematic application of yoga that involves the integration of […]
In this weekly class, participants will explore a variety of evidence-based techniques designed to reduce stress and promote well-being. Each session will focus on a different strategy, including progressive muscle relaxation, guided imagery, breathing exercises, meditation, and mindfulness practices. Whether you're new to stress management or looking to deepen your practice, this class offers supportive […]
In this 6-week foundations series, we will engage in evidence-based practices to learn how to incorporate mindfulness into our daily lives through formal and informal mindfulness practice. This class is for beginners and those wishing to renew or deepen their practice in community. Each 75-minute class will include an introduction to specific mindfulness practices, a […]
Join other participants every week for a game of Mahjong! Mahjong can help with cognitive functioning and memory and also provides many social benefits. Participants should bring their own cards. Mahjong sets will be provided. Some previous experience required. Please call 847.509.9595 to join this ongoing group Program supported by the Stay Strong And Mahj […]
Is the pain of grief emotional or physical? During our 8-week series, we’ll explore grief and how this often-experienced emotion arises during cancer, whether you're a patient, caregiver, or someone who's lost a loved one to cancer. Through a somatic lens, we'll examine how the mind influences the body and vice versa, we’ll discuss how […]
This class is for cancer patients and survivors only. The focus of this class will be to improve strength, stamina and flexibility. All levels of fitness welcome. Using any of your own equipment is encouraged. Supported by Advocate Lutheran General Hospital To register online: Click here Please call or email Samantha Daniel with any questions: 847.723.5690 […]
Gentle Yoga – Fridays with Maribel Yoga uses physical postures, breath work and meditation to bring mind and body back into a balanced state. These classes are for all fitness levels and can be practiced in a chair if necessary. The instructor will lead the class without being able to give corrections and will offer […]
Gentle Yoga uses physical postures, breath work and meditation to bring mind and body back into a balanced state. These classes are for all fitness levels. Waukegan Public Library 128 N County St, Waukegan, IL 60085 To register please CLICK HERE
