Events
Hope Connections' events are as eclectic as the people who attend them. Whether a fundraising activity to raise funds to support our free programs, an education program, mind/body retreat, or participant potluck, all provide an opportunity for people to come together with the common goal of improving the quality of life of those affected by cancer in our community.
July
Ancient rhythm techniques have been shown to accelerate physical healing, boost the immune system, and produce feelings of well-being. Join multi-instrumentalist Stream Ohrstrom as he leads a program of healing rhythms. ... MORE >
Melissa Jackson of Grassroots healing will discuss the many benefits of medical cannabis in treating symptoms of cancer, and growing evidence that cannabis may be an anti-cancer agent. Attendees will... MORE >
Deborah Ross, LPC, will teach participants some key evidence-based principles on the value of journaling. Combined with findings in neuroscience, you can learn how to write for greater resilience and... MORE >
Ask nutritionist Leslie Jefferson from Giant Foods questions about nutrition to help you on your journey. ... MORE >
August
A breast cancer survivor, Carol Ranney, will share with other women that what we put ON our body is just as important as what we put in our body!... MORE >
Massuage Associates will empower family and Friends to be active participants in a loved one's care, enjoy new satisfaction in caregiving, and achieve a deepend sense of connection. Participants will have the... MORE >
Marcella Bassora from GWU Hospital Outpatient Rehabilitation will provide information on what lymphedema is, how to prevent it, and available treatment options.... MORE >
Ask nutritionist Leslie Jefferson from Giant Foods questions about nutrition to help you on your journey. ... MORE >
September
A hands-on workshop conducted by volunteer cosmetologist Joy Johnson, that includes skin care, makeup application and a demonstration on how to use wigs, scarves, and hats. Attendees must be undergoing chemotherapy... MORE >
Dr. Roisin Connolly from Johns Hopkins will discuss new data regarding management of HER2-positive breast cancer in both the early and advanced disease. This will include a discussion on how... MORE >
Dr. Jeanny Aragon-Ching from INOVA will discuss recent understandings and advances in the treatment of metastatic prostate cancer. ... MORE >
A hands-on workshop conducted by volunteer cosmetologist Joy Johnson, that includes skin care, makeup application and a demonstration on how to use wigs, scarves, and hats. Attendees must be undergoing... MORE >
Join us for our annual Drive Out Cancer Golf Tournament. Held at the beautiful Musket Ridge Golf Club, this is a flighted scramble, designed so that everyone can play, regardless... MORE >
Michelle Profit, estate planning and elder attorney, will speak on "Estate Planning Basics to Help Caregivers and Loved Ones Manage Health and Wealth Decision-Making and Legacy Building". This seminar covers the... MORE >
This is the perfect event for casual or want-to-be runners or runners training for a big event. Thanks to founding board member, Bob Fleshner, founder and race director of RDB... MORE >
