a full listing of July - August 2016 Wellness Programs.
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a full listing of July - August 2016 Wellness Programs.
Living Well with Cancer RiverBend Cancer Services offers free programs for anyone in our community affected by cancer, including those with a diagnosis, survivors, family members and loved ones. 2016 July–August Support & Networking Programs Unless otherwise indicated, all groups meet at RiverBend Wellness House Knitting Group Saturday in the Garden All needle workers welcome-no experience necessary! If you love to be outside or would like to help in the RiverBend Gardens, this group is for you. Wednesdays, 10 am-12 pm Daytime Cancer Support Group Thursdays, July 7 , July 21 , August 4 & August 18 , 1-2 pm th st th Tuesdays, July 5th, July 19th, August 2nd & August 16th, 5:30-6:30 pm at Michiana Hematology Oncology These groups are open to all survivors and caregivers with any cancer. Family Group Wednesdays, July 6th & August 3rd, 5:30–7 pm Information and support for parents diagnosed with cancer and their children. Reservations are required. Card Game Meetup Wednesdays, July 6th & August 3rd 2-3 pm Play card games and connect with other survivors and caregivers. GynaGirls Mondays, July 11th & August 1st, 4:30-5:30 pm This group has been supporting women with gynecological cancers for more than 10 years—all are welcome. Multiple Myeloma Support Group Wednesdays, July 27th & August 24th, 6-8 pm This group offers support to everyone impacted by Multiple Myeloma. African American Women in Touch This group supports and educates African American women and families about the importance of early detection of breast cancer. Lymphedema Support Group Thursdays, July 28th & August 25th, 5:30-6:30 pm Facilitated by certified lymphedema therapists, this group supports anyone experiencing side effects of lymphedema. Michiana NuTones and SPHONC Support Group Sundays, July 17th 1:30-3:30 pm & August 21st, 12:30-2 pm Support is provided for people who have had laryngectomies, head, oral and neck cancers. *Call us to find out the special projects we have planned. th Evening Cancer Support Group Mondays, July 18th & August 15th, 5:30-7 pm Saturdays, July 16th & August 20th 10 am-12 pm Lunch Bunch Wednesdays, July 27th & August 31st, 12-1:30 pm Join us for an informal, light lunch and get the chance to mingle with friends. *Registration is required Education Sacred Path–Walking a Labyrinth with Kevin Ladd, PhD, IUSB Faculty Nutrition People all over the world are discovering that the ancient practice of walking labyrinths not only solves problems, but also soothes the nerves, calms the soul, mends the heart, and heals the body. Kevin Ladd, PhD will discuss types of labyrinths, where you can find labyrinths in our community, and more. Wednesday, July 20th and Tuesday, August 9th *Registration is required The Power of Meditation and Mindfulness with Shadia Alam, MD, The Medical Foundation Thursday, July 28th, 1–2 pm *Registration is required Mindfulness and meditation are known to have a positive emotional and psychological impact on cancer survivors. Shadia Alam, MD, will discuss the benefits of these practices. Eating Well for Cancer Prevention with June Brandner, RD, CD, Memorial Hospital Wednesday, July 13th, 2–3 pm Thursday, July 14th, 5–6 pm Bites & Bits–Good Food and a Bit of Knowledge with Heather Borsa, RD, CD, Michiana Hematology Oncology Recipes for Cancer Survivors with Ashley Dixon, Purdue Extension Center Wednesday, July 27th, 10–11 am *Registration is required Introduction to Reiki and Energy Work Special Events The American Cancer Society regards Reiki as a safe, complimentary cancer therapy. Reiki is an ancient, noninvasive “hands on” relaxation and healing technique dating back several thousands of years. Learn about Reiki in this introductory session. Ice Cream on the Patio Thursday, August 4th, 5:30–6:30 pm Pelvic Floor Exercises for Intimacy and Sexuality with Anne Clifford, DPT, Memorial Hospital Thursday, August 11th, 5:30–6:30 pm The pelvic floor is a group of muscles on the bottom of the pelvis that provide support for the pelvic organs, control bladder and bowel elimination and sexual function. Like any muscle, they can become tight or weak. Anne Clifford, DPT, will go through various exercises to help strengthen this group of muscles. Wednesday, July 20th, stop by between 1–3 pm Stop by the RiverBend patio to enjoy some ice cream, toppings and good friends. Jazz M U S I C Bend AROUND THE F O R A C A U S E Jazz Around the Bend at The Beiger Mansion Thursday, July 21st, 5:30 pm TouchBase at Four Winds Field Wednesday, August 10th, 4–7 pm Samantha the Therapy Dog at RiverBend Wednesday, August 31st (National Dog Day), stop by between 1–3 pm Samantha the Therapy Dog will be here at RiverBend. Come and hang out with this sweet Newfoundland certified by Therapy Dogs International. *To register for classes and programs, please call 574 - 287- 4197 Wellness Programs Exercise and More Chair Yoga Tuesdays and Thursdays, 11 am–12 pm Gentle Yoga Mondays, 5:30–6:30 pm Wednesdays, 3–4 pm Exercises to Promote Harmony and Joy Tuesdays, July 5th & August 2nd, 10–11 am Artistic Expression Intro to Watercolors with Make South Bend Handmade Greeting Cards Workshop Tuesdays, July 12th & August 9th, 10–11 am *Registration is required Mind & Body Drop-in Guided Meditation Thursdays, July 14th & August 11th, 12–12:30 pm Chair Massage Wednesdays, July 20th & August 17th, 2–4 pm *Registration is required Reiki Tuesday, July 19th, 1–2:00 pm *Registration is required Mondays, 1–3 pm–New! Wednesdays, July 27th & August 24th, 2–4 pm *Registration is required Soap Making with Essential Oils Kim’s Bra Boutique Tuesday, July 26th, 5:30–6:30 pm *Registration is required Create Your Own Fairy Garden Monday, August 15th, 9:30–11:30 am *Registration is required Wednesdays, July 13th, July 20th, August 10th & August 17th, 2 – 4 pm *Registration is required RiverBend Wellness House also offers… •A lending library for cancer patients and their families •E xperienced, licensed mental health counselors on staff •F ree wigs, hats and scarves to women in treatment • Durable medical equipment to lend • Nutritional supplements (qualified clients only) •L imited financial support for prescriptions (qualified clients only) •L imited transportation support for treatment related appointments (qualified clients only) *To register for classes and programs, please call 574 - 287- 4197 11 10 25 1 24 31 Reiki 1-3 pm Yoga 5:30-6:30 pm Yoga 5:30-6:30 pm African American Women in Touch 5:30-7:00 pm 18 Reiki 1-3 pm Gyna Girls 4:30-5:30 pm Yoga 5:30-6:30 pm Michiana NuTones and SPHONC Support Group 1:30-3:30 pm 17 4 3 MONDAY Closed for Fourth of July 1 26 SUNDAY 2 26 Chair Yoga 11-12 pm Soap Making 5:306:30 pm 19 Chair Yoga 11-12 Pm Intro to Watercolors 1-2 pm Support Group at MHO 5:30-6:30 pm Handmade Greeting Card Workshop 10-11 am Chair Yoga 11-12 pm 12 5 Exercises for Harmony and Joy 10-11 am Chair Yoga 11-12 pm Support Group at MHO 5:30-6:30 pm 28 TUESDAY 3 Eating Well for Prevention 10-11 am Knitting Group 10-12 pm Lunch Bunch 12-1:30 pm Reiki 2-4 pm Yoga 3-4 pm Multiple Myeloma Group 6-8 pm 27 Bites & Bits 12-1 pm Knitting Group 10-12 pm Ice Cream Social 1-3 pm Bra Boutique 2-4 pm Chair Massage 2-4 pm Yoga 3-4 pm 20 Knitting Group 10-12 pm Sacred Path 2-3 pm Bra Boutique 2-4 pm Yoga 3-4 pm 13 Knitting Group 10-12 pm Card Games 2-3 pm Yoga 3-4 Pm Family Group 5:30–7 pm 6 29 WEDNESDAY Activities in green require pre-registration. Please call 574 - 287- 4197 to reserve your spot! 4 Chair Yoga 11-12 pm Recipes for Survivors 1-2 pm Lymphedema Support Group 5:30-6:30 pm 28 21 Chair Yoga 11-12 pm RB Support Group 1-2 pm Jazz Around the Bend 5:30 pm Chair Yoga 11-12 pm Guided Meditation 1212:30 pm Power of Meditation 5-6 pm 14 7 Chair Yoga 11-12 pm RB Support Group 1-2 pm 30 THURSDAY 5 29 22 15 8 1 FRIDAY 6 3516 East Jefferson Boulevard South Bend, IN 46615 30 23 Saturday in the Garden 10-12 pm 16 9 2 SATURDAY JULY 29 Michiana NuTones and SPHONC Support Group 12:30-2:00 pm 28 Yoga 5:30-6:30 pm 22 Reiki 1-3 pm Yoga 5:30-6:30 pm Chair Yoga 11-12 pm 30 23 Chair Yoga 11-12 pm Chair Yoga 11-12 pm Support Group at MHO 5:30-6:30 pm 21 16 Create Your Own Fairy Garden 9:30-11 am Yoga 5:30-6:30 pm African American Women in Touch 5:30-7:00 pm 31 Knitting Group 10-12 pm Reiki 2-4 pm Yoga 3-4 pm Multiple Myeloma Group 6-8 pm Lunch Bunch 12-1:30 pm Samantha the Therapy Dog 1-3 pm 24 Knitting Group 10-12 pm Reiki 2-4 pm Yoga 3-4 pm Multiple Myeloma Group 6-8 pm 17 Knitting Group 10-12 pm Bra Boutique 2-4 pm Chair Massage 2-4 pm Yoga 3-4 pm Reiki 1-3 pm Yoga 5:30-6:30 pm 15 Knitting Group 10-12 pm Bra Boutique 2-4 pm Yoga 3-4 pm Touchbase 4-7 pm at Four WInds Field Bites & Bits 12-1 pm Handmade Greeting Card Workshop 10-11 am Chair Yoga 11-12 pm 14 10 9 Knitting Group 10-12 pm Card Games 2-3 pm Yoga 3-4 Pm Family Group 5:30–7 pm 8 Exercises for Harmony and Joy 10-11 am Chair Yoga 11-12 pm Support Group at MHO 5:30-6:30 pm 3 WEDNESDAY 7 GynaGirls 4:30-5:30 pm Yoga 5:30-6:30 pm 2 TUESDAY 1 MONDAY 30 SUNDAY Activities in green require pre-registration. Please call 574 - 287- 4197 to reserve your spot! 1 Chair Yoga 11-12 pm Lymphedema Support Group 5:30-6:30 pm 25 Chair Yoga 11-12 pm RB Support Group 1-2 pm 18 Chair Yoga 11-12 pm Guided Meditation 12-12:30 pm Pelvic floor exercises 5:30-6:30 pm 11 Chair Yoga 11-12 pm RB Support Group 1-2 pm Introduction to Reiki and Energy Work 5:30–6:30 pm 4 THURSDAY 2 26 19 12 5 FRIDAY 3 3516 East Jefferson Boulevard South Bend, IN 46615 27 Saturday in the Garden 10-12 pm 20 13 6 SATURDAY AUGUST Sponsors Allied Physicians of Michiana Memorial Regional Cancer Center Michiana Hematology Oncology Advanced Centers for Cancer Care Saint Joseph Regional Medical Center, Women’s Task Force The South Bend Clinic & Cancer Care Partners Mission: RiverBend Cancer Services improves the quality of life of cancer survivors and their families in our community through helpful advocacy, hopeful support and innovative education programs. RiverBend Cancer Services is a local non-profit not affiliated with any national organization. We appreciate your support.