Touch, Caring & Cancer: Massage for People Diagnosed with Cancer and Their Caregivers
One of the most comforting forms of support you can offer a loved one with cancer is the use of touch. Lee Blank, LMT is a licensed oncology massage therapist. She has many years of experience in the field of oncology
massage, and she will provide safe and simple techniques anyone can learn and apply. These techniques were developed with support from the National Cancer Institute.
Please bring a couple of pillows and hand towels for this program. Caregivers must register separately if attending in person with the participant.
Be sure to register under Virtual Groups/Classes or In-Person Groups Classes, as in-person spaces are very limited.
Love Thyself
Lola Crawford leads this interactive workshop that provides an opportunity for participants to identify, acknowledge and embrace positive aspects of themselves and encourage self-care. This program is in-person only at our Bethesda location.
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.
Conversations About Death & Dying
While most of us are comfortable talking about life, many of us shy away from Death & Dying Conversations.
Janie Rakow has been a hospice volunteer since 2001, providing emotional and spiritual support to patients and their loved ones through the end-of-life process. She has also worked as a doula privately in her community to both raise awareness
Caregivers Group
This professionally facilitated support group is for individuals who have a loved one diagnosed with cancer. Learn new ways of coping and connect with others who are going through a similar experience.
Advanced Cancer Group
This professionally facilitated support group is for individuals diagnosed with metastatic cancer. Learn new ways of coping and connect with others who are going through a similar experience.
Young Adults with Cancer Support Group
This professionally facilitated support group is for individuals diagnosed with any type of cancer as a young adult. Learn new ways of coping and connect with others who are going through a similar experience.
Strength & Balance
Carole Moskowitz will lead you in a unique exercise class designed to improve your strength, balance, and posture, as well as your sense of well-being! All levels of fitness are welcome. Chairs available. All levels of fitness are welcome. Chairs available.