Cancer Wellness Center

Virtual - Strength and Conditioning
2026-03-04 10:45 - 11:45, 2026-03-11 10:45 - 11:45, 2026-03-18 10:45 - 11:45, 2026-03-25 10:45 - 11:45 (America/Chicago) | 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.
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Virtual - Stress Reduction Class
2026-03-04 16:00 - 16:30, 2026-03-11 16:00 - 16:30, 2026-03-18 16:00 - 16:30, 2026-03-25 16:00 - 16:30
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 guidance and practical tools you can use in everyday life.
Presented by: Shay Braksator, Graduate Intern
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Virtual: Multiple Myeloma Group
2026-03-04 18:30 - 20:00
The group provides peer-to-peer information sharing related to the physical aspects of living with the diagnosis
To register, contact the group facilitator Michele Hernandez, LCSW at mhernandez@cancerwellness.org
PLEASE NOTE:
*Group opens for log-in 15 minutes prior to the start time
*An email with log-in instructions will be sent the evening before the group

Virtual - Stress Reduction Class
2026-03-05 11:30 - 12:00, 2026-03-12 11:30 - 12:00, 2026-03-19 11:30 - 12:00, 2026-03-26 11:30 - 12:00
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 guidance and practical tools you can use in everyday life.
Presented by: Kiron Thomas, Graduate Intern
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Virtual - Gentle Yoga
2026-03-06 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-03-13 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-03-20 10:00 - 11:00
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 modifications when appropriate.
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Virtual - Ask the Dietitian: Sugar Substitutes
2026-03-06 13:00 - 13:45
Do you have questions about diet, nutrition, or food-related concerns? Join us each month to explore a variety of topics with our Board-Certified Specialist in Oncology Nutrition. Whether you’re managing cancer treatment, supporting a loved one with cancer, or simply looking to enhance your diet, you’ll receive expert, evidence-based guidance to support your nutritional needs and wellness goals.
Please submit your questions during registration about “Sugar Substitutes”.
Presented by: Lori Bumbaco, MS, RDN, CSO, LDN, Oncology Dietitian
Registration closes at 10:00 am on March 6th.
An email with log-in instructions will be sent the evening before the program.

Virtual - Healing With Energy Through Reiki
2026-03-09 10:45 - 11:45, 2026-03-16 10:45 - 11:45, 2026-03-23 10:45 - 11:45
Reiki with Laura.
In this class, you will experience Reiki energy through a guided group healing meditation and breathwork, to help reduce stress, promote relaxation and support your healing journey. It is recommended that you join from a quiet room where you’ll have a place to recline and feel safe to relax and rest deeply.
Presented by Laura Pryzby, RMT
CLICK HERE to login to the class via Zoom no more than 15 minutes prior.

Virtual Bi-Weekly Writing Lab
2026-03-09 11:00 - 12:30, 2026-03-23 11:00 - 12:30
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 – 12:30 pm.
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Virtual: Nine Attitudes of Mindfulness - 9 Week Series
2026-03-10 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-03-24 12:00 - 13:00
In this series we will engage in evidence-based mindfulness practices to learn how to incorporate the nine attitudes of mindfulness into our daily lives through formal and informal practice. This class is for those who have basic experience with meditation and mindfulness and those who wish to renew or deepen their practice in community.
Each 60- minute class will include a mindfulness practice through a period of guided meditation, group discussion, and opportunities to ask questions. Students will receive supporting materials to develop a mindfulness practice including audio guidance for practice at home. Follow-up emails with resources to support practice will also be sent every week. Through this series we will explore ways to embody the nine attitudes of mindfulness while bringing presence and clarity to our moment-by-moment experience in our daily lives.
Learning Objectives:

Learn the nine attitudes of mindfulness
How to cultivate the nine attitudes of mindfulness in your practice
Integrate the nine attitudes of mindfulness into daily mindful habits

Class Requirements:

Your video must remain ON at all times except during meditation practices.
Must be in a quiet place without distractions.

Presented by: Serena Jain, Certified Mindfulness Educator & National Board-Certified Integrative Health & Well-Being Coach
Program Dates: January 20, 27, February 10, 17, 24, March 3, 10, 24, 31 (no class February 3 or March 17)
Registration is limited to 14 people – attendance at all sessions is highly encouraged.
Registration closes at 10:00 am on January 20th.

Virtual - What is Lymphedema? Understand Your Risk After Surgery & Tips for Lifestyle Balance
2026-03-10 18:00 - 19:00
Amanda and Carly, licensed occupational therapists with advanced specialty training in lymphedema management, will help you become familiar with the causes of lymphedema and what the lymphatic system does for the body. They will give information on the personal risk factors that may put one at higher risk for developing lymphedema after cancer treatment. Learn healthy lifestyle habits to promote lymphatic function, lymphedema risk assessment and self-monitoring strategies, and steps to take should lymphedema occur.
Presented by: Carly Zaid, OTR/L, CLT; Amanda Schell, MS, OTR/L, CLT-LANA, Endeavor Health
RSVP below to register. Registration ends March 10th at 2:00 pm.
An email with log-in instructions will be sent before the program.

Virtual - Healing Through Meditation: Mindfulness Tools for Cancer – 5 Week Series
2026-03-10 18:00 - 19:30, 2026-03-17 18:00 - 19:30
Join us for a supportive and restorative mindfulness experience designed specifically for individuals affected by cancer. This 5-week virtual program will introduce gentle meditation practices and practical mindfulness tools to support emotional well-being, stress reduction, and inner healing.
What you’ll experience:

Guided meditation practices
Mindfulness tools for coping with stress and uncertainty
Techniques to support emotional balance and relaxation
A safe, nurturing space for healing and reflection

Presented by: Betsy Murphy, Certified Mindfulness Instructor
Program Dates: February 17, 24, March 3, 10, 17
Supported by Advocate Lutheran General Hospital
To register online: CLICK HERE
Please call or email Samantha Daniel with any questions, 847.723.5690 or Samantha.daniel@aah.org.

CANCELED - Virtual: Nine Attitudes of Mindfulness - 9 Week Series
2026-03-17 12:00 - 13:00

Pancreatic Cancer Networking Group
2026-03-19 18:00 - 19:30
The Cancer Wellness Center is proud to be partnering with the Cancer Support Center to provide the Pancreatic Cancer Networking Group. This group provides opportunities for peer support, information sharing, and educational lectures provided by healthcare professionals.
Group is facilitated by Mark Livshots, MA, LCPC, and is generously supported by the Rolfe Pancreatic Cancer Foundation.
To register, contact Alana Lebovitz, MSW, at (847)562-4981 or register directly HERE.
PLEASE NOTE:
*Class opens for log-in 10 minutes prior to the start time
*An email with log-in instructions will be sent the evening before the group

Men's Discussion Group
2026-03-23 14:00 - 15:00
This Group is Virtual today
The Men’s Discussion Group provides a platform for information sharing relating to navigating a cancer diagnosis. Men will have the opportunity to discuss topics such as medical treatments, managing symptoms and side effects, navigating the healthcare system, and more. This is a bi-monthly drop-in style group for men diagnosed through 5 years post-treatment.
The group is facilitated by Mark Livshots, MA, LCPC. If you’d like to be added to the reminder email list, receive the Zoom link, or if you have any questions, please contact Mark at mlivshots@cancerwellness.org.
If you have not previously received services at Cancer Wellness Center, please call our Intake Line at (847) 562-4981.
