Events
Good Nutrition for Cancer Care
Patricia Guay-Berry (registered dietitian and board-certified specialist in oncology nutrition) will discuss ways to prepare
for and cope with the challenges of active treatment and healthier habits afterwards. She will also focus on strategies
that: ease side-effects and maintain a healthy weight; prevent breaks in treatment and promote healing, and
make simple changes that lead to healthier living.
Food & Friends Webinar
Grace, one of Food & Friends' community dietitians, will talk about frequently asked questions on nutrition and cancer. Larry from Hope Connections for Cancer Support will lead a mindfulness exercise to support relaxation and stress reduction.
Celebration of Hope Gala
2022 Virtual Celebration of Hope Gala
Thursday, March 17
https://bit.ly/HopeGala22
Understanding Cancer Clinical Trials and Research
When it comes to the language of science and medicine, there is no Rosetta Stone. Bill Hearl, Ph.D. will attempt to
provide some guidance on how to navigate through all the jargon in order to help you understand the many types of
cancer - related articles and websites on the Internet.
Breast Cancer Symposium Update
Dr. Karen Smith is a medical oncologist specializing in breast cancer at the Kimmel Cancer Center at Sibley Memorial Hospital, and a member of the Johns Hopkins Breast Cancer Program and the Ovarian Cancer Program. Dr. Smith is also an assistant professor of oncology at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. She is board certified in internal medicine and medical oncology by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
Dr. Smith has expertise in breast cancer, cancer genetics, cancer survivorship, clinical trials, and toxicology.
Death & Dying Conversations
While most of us are comfortable talking about Life, many of us shy away from death & dying conversations. Join guest speaker, Dr. Anna Maria Izquierdo, a palliative care doctor with Care For Your Health, Inc, Palliative Medicine Consultants of Greater Washington LLC, for a conversation on end-of-life care. This will be an interactive discussion.
Tai Chi
Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese martial art that is practiced as a system of exercise, and that consists of a series of postures performed slowly and continuously with relaxed abdominal breathing. It is sometimes called moving meditation and it can be practiced without any special equipment. It’s sure to help with joint flexibility, balance and calming the mind.
Breast Cancer Support Group
This professionally facilitated support group is for individuals who have been diagnosed with breast cancer. Learn new ways of coping and connect with others who are going through a similar experience.
Bereavement Support Group
This professionally facilitated support group is for individuals who have lost a loved one to cancer. Learn new ways of coping and connect with others who are going through a similar experience.
Gentle Yoga
Wednesdays, 10 – 11 a.m., led by Amy Morrison, RYT-200
These classes combine stretching, breathing, and relaxation exercises to help improve muscle tone, aid in stress management, and promote a sense of well-being.
Gentle Yoga
These classes combine stretching, breathing, and relaxation exercises to help improve muscle tone, aid in stress management, and promote a sense of well-being.
All Cancers Group
This professionally facilitated support group is for individuals diagnosed with any type of cancer. Learn new ways of coping and connect with others who are going through a similar experience.