Calendar
Events in January 2022
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Hearth Place is closed for the holidays
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Hearth Place is closed for the holidays
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Hearth Place is closed for the holidays
All day
Hearth Place is closed for the holidays
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Newly Diagnosed Breast Cancer Support Group
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Newly Diagnosed Breast Cancer Support Group
Zoom MeetingThis support group is for breast cancer patients from the day of diagnosis through to the end of treatment and beyond. This group offers emotional support and strength in dealing with breast cancer, as well as providing material and resources to help manage breast cancer treatments.
Please call Stephanie at 905-579-4833 or email stephanie@hearthplace.org to register.
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Caregiver Support Group
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Caregiver Support Group
Zoom MeetingThis support group offers support for the caregiver as they care for their loved ones. Caregivers will develop a wealth of self-care tools to reduce personal stress, change negative self-talk, communicate their needs to family members and healthcare providers, deal with difficult feelings and make tough caregiver decisions.
Please contact Sonja at 905-579-4833 or sonja@hearthplace.org to register.
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Metastatic Cancer Support Group
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Metastatic Cancer Support Group
Zoom MeetingThis program provides patients with metastatic cancer the opportunity to meet with other metastatic cancer patients. In a supportive and non-threatening setting, sessions focus on discussion and sharing of feelings and concerns regarding unique issues that can be triggered by this diagnosis. Through participation in this program patients may find comfort and reassurance and improve their ability to cope with the roller-coaster of emotions and re-entry into the medical system.
This group meets weekly on Wednesdays, from 12:30-2:30pm.
Please call 905-579-4833 or email Stephanie@hearthplace.org to register.
Note that there will be no meeting on December 29th, 2021.
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Healing Journey Level 3: Steps Toward Spiritual Healing
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Healing Journey Level 3: Steps Toward Spiritual Healing
Zoom MeetingThis nine session program furthers your healing journey by teaching you the basics of spiritual connection. Questions considered include “Who am I, really?” and “How can I find meaning in my life’s circumstances?”. Meditation, journaling, thought watching and self-reflection are all examined as avenues to inner peace.
Prerequisite: Healing Journey Levels 1 and 2. Repeat participants are welcome!
Please contact Stephanie at stephanie@hearthplace.org or call 905-579-4833 to register.
Please note that there are no sessions on December 23rd or 30th, 2021.
Yoga Nidra–
Yoga Nidra
Zoom MeetingYoga Nidra is a short series of soft movements, followed by a meditation. The practice focuses on deep relaxation to help promote sleep, and relieve general levels of anxiety by calming the mind.
Please contact Stephanie at stephanie@hearthplace.org or call 905-579-4833 to register.
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Gynecological Cancers Support Group
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Gynecological Cancers Support Group
Zoom MeetingThis support group offers women a safe place to meet with other women to share experiences and coping skills, and to explore the emotional, physical and spiritual impacts of living with a gynecological cancer.
Please contact Stephanie at 905-579-4833 or stephanie@hearthplace.org to register.
Namaste Grief Support Group–
Namaste Grief Support Group
Zoom MeetingThis 8 session support group is for adults who have lost a loved one to cancer. The group will encompass both educational and emotional support. It is preferable that participants be bereaved for a minimum of 3 months. A commitment to attend all 8 sessions is encouraged.
To register call Stephanie at 905 579-4833 or email stephanie@hearthplace.org.
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Guided Meditation and Healing Imagery
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Guided Meditation and Healing Imagery
Zoom MeetingGive yourself the gift of an hour of peace, and join Sue Valentine as she leads us through a gentle, guided meditation. Step away from your daily worries and embrace a sense of quiet.
Please contact Stephanie at stephanie@hearthplace.org or call 905-579-4833 to register.
Men's Support Group–
Men's Support Group
Zoom MeetingThis is a program designed for men who are recently diagnosed, in treatment or recently finished treatment. Join other fellows for conversation, support and the sharing of resources. Every second Tuesday of the month, from 5:30-7:30pm.
Please call Stephanie at 905-579-4833 or email stephanie@hearthplace.org to register.
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Chair Yoga
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Chair Yoga
Zoom MeetingJoin Trudie as she offers a wonderful hour of gentle movements and reflections. The meeting begins with a warm welcome and deep breathing, followed by various stretches and movements, and ends with a short meditation.
Please contact Stephanie at stephanie@hearthplace.org or call 905-579-4833 to register.
Metastatic Cancer Support Group–
Metastatic Cancer Support Group
Zoom MeetingThis program provides patients with metastatic cancer the opportunity to meet with other metastatic cancer patients. In a supportive and non-threatening setting, sessions focus on discussion and sharing of feelings and concerns regarding unique issues that can be triggered by this diagnosis. Through participation in this program patients may find comfort and reassurance and improve their ability to cope with the roller-coaster of emotions and re-entry into the medical system.
This group meets weekly on Wednesdays, from 12:30-2:30pm.
Please call 905-579-4833 or email Stephanie@hearthplace.org to register.
Note that there will be no meeting on December 29th, 2021.
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Self-Massage Techniques for Lymphedema Management
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Self-Massage Techniques for Lymphedema Management
Zoom MeetingJoin us and learn some easy ways to do self-massage in order to help ease the symptoms of lymphedema. Heather Cirone, CDT, will take us through some techniques that we can build into our daily self-care routine.
Thursday, January 13th from 10:00-11:30am
Please contact Stephanie at stephanie@hearthplace.org, or call 905-579-4833 to register.
Healing Journey Level 3: Steps Toward Spiritual Healing–
Healing Journey Level 3: Steps Toward Spiritual Healing
Zoom MeetingThis nine session program furthers your healing journey by teaching you the basics of spiritual connection. Questions considered include “Who am I, really?” and “How can I find meaning in my life’s circumstances?”. Meditation, journaling, thought watching and self-reflection are all examined as avenues to inner peace.
Prerequisite: Healing Journey Levels 1 and 2. Repeat participants are welcome!
Please contact Stephanie at stephanie@hearthplace.org or call 905-579-4833 to register.
Please note that there are no sessions on December 23rd or 30th, 2021.
Lymphoma and Blood Related Cancers Support Group–
Lymphoma and Blood Related Cancers Support Group
Zoom MeetingThis on-going enthusiastic support group is for those diagnosed with a blood cancer, being a Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma, Hodgkin’s Disease, Leukemia or Multiple Myeloma, and we are committed to:
- Giving Support and strength through initial diagnosis and in the event of recurrence
- Providing educational material and resources to help you understand and make informed decisions about your treatment and wellness after treatment
Please register with Sonja at 905-579-4833 or sonja@hearthplace.org.
The group schedule is every 4th Wednesday and every 2nd Thursday of each month from 7:00 – 9:00pm
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Sharing Circle for Health and Wellness - Special Virtual Open House - What is a Sharing Circle?
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Sharing Circle for Health and Wellness - Special Virtual Open House - What is a Sharing Circle?
Zoom MeetingThe Sharing Circle is an Indigenous approach to holistic health and wellness. Spiritual in nature, this interactive group includes music, a teaching, and the opportunity to share stories. Please come to this open house gathering to learn all about this important aspect of Indigenous culture.
Facilitated by Kathy MacLeod-Beaver, Indigenous Navigator, Central East Regional Cancer Program.
Please contact Stephanie at 905-579-4833 or stephanie@hearthplace.org to register.
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Newly Diagnosed Breast Cancer Support Group
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Newly Diagnosed Breast Cancer Support Group
Zoom MeetingThis support group is for breast cancer patients from the day of diagnosis through to the end of treatment and beyond. This group offers emotional support and strength in dealing with breast cancer, as well as providing material and resources to help manage breast cancer treatments.
Please call Stephanie at 905-579-4833 or email stephanie@hearthplace.org to register.
Colorectal Cancer Support Group–
Colorectal Cancer Support Group
Zoom MeetingFor those newly diagnosed, still in or recently completed treatment. This group offers support and strength in dealing with colon cancer. Educational materials and resources to help you make informed decisions about your treatment will be discussed. This group meets on the third Monday of the month from 4:30-6:30pm.
To register please call Stephanie at 905-579-4833 or email stephanie@hearthplace.org.
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CANCELLED MyChart Information Session
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CANCELLED MyChart Information Session
Zoom MeetingLakeridge Health launched the new MyChart patient online account on December 3rd. This presentation will explain how to sign up for this new system, and some of the exciting new features. You will also learn what to do with your old account.
Presented by Debbie Devitt, RN, Patient Experience Lead at the Durham Region Cancer Centre.
Please call Stephanie at 905-679-4833 or email stephanie@hearthplace.org to register.
Caregiver Support Group–
Caregiver Support Group
Zoom MeetingThis support group offers support for the caregiver as they care for their loved ones. Caregivers will develop a wealth of self-care tools to reduce personal stress, change negative self-talk, communicate their needs to family members and healthcare providers, deal with difficult feelings and make tough caregiver decisions.
Please contact Sonja at 905-579-4833 or sonja@hearthplace.org to register.
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Metastatic Cancer Support Group
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Metastatic Cancer Support Group
Zoom MeetingThis program provides patients with metastatic cancer the opportunity to meet with other metastatic cancer patients. In a supportive and non-threatening setting, sessions focus on discussion and sharing of feelings and concerns regarding unique issues that can be triggered by this diagnosis. Through participation in this program patients may find comfort and reassurance and improve their ability to cope with the roller-coaster of emotions and re-entry into the medical system.
This group meets weekly on Wednesdays, from 12:30-2:30pm.
Please call 905-579-4833 or email Stephanie@hearthplace.org to register.
Note that there will be no meeting on December 29th, 2021.
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Healing Journey Level 3: Steps Toward Spiritual Healing
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Healing Journey Level 3: Steps Toward Spiritual Healing
Zoom MeetingThis nine session program furthers your healing journey by teaching you the basics of spiritual connection. Questions considered include “Who am I, really?” and “How can I find meaning in my life’s circumstances?”. Meditation, journaling, thought watching and self-reflection are all examined as avenues to inner peace.
Prerequisite: Healing Journey Levels 1 and 2. Repeat participants are welcome!
Please contact Stephanie at stephanie@hearthplace.org or call 905-579-4833 to register.
Please note that there are no sessions on December 23rd or 30th, 2021.
Yoga Nidra–
Yoga Nidra
Zoom MeetingYoga Nidra is a short series of soft movements, followed by a meditation. The practice focuses on deep relaxation to help promote sleep, and relieve general levels of anxiety by calming the mind.
Please contact Stephanie at stephanie@hearthplace.org or call 905-579-4833 to register.
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Namaste Grief Support Group
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Namaste Grief Support Group
Zoom MeetingThis 8 session support group is for adults who have lost a loved one to cancer. The group will encompass both educational and emotional support. It is preferable that participants be bereaved for a minimum of 3 months. A commitment to attend all 8 sessions is encouraged.
To register call Stephanie at 905 579-4833 or email stephanie@hearthplace.org.
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Creating Resilience During Times of Uncertainty
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Creating Resilience During Times of Uncertainty
A cancer diagnosis often causes stress and anxiety. The ongoing impact of COVID-19 has only heightened these concerns, and many of us are starting to feel stretched very thinly. Join us for a seminar that will explore the concept of resilience and help us create some strategies to ease life's current challenges.
This session is offered by Stephanie Burlein-Hall. Stephanie is a registered nurse with over 35 years of oncology nursing and education experience. Most recently Stephanie worked in the symptom management program at the Sunnybrook Odette Cancer Centre. In addition to being a Hearth Place volunteer, Stephanie is also a cancer survivor.
Please contact Stephanie Hamilton at stephanie@hearthplace.org or call 905-579-4833 to register.
Women's Support Group–
Women's Support Group
This group is open to all women with cancer, regardless of what type of cancer you have been diagnosed with, or where you are in your cancer experience. The drop-in style allows for topics to arise as needed, with no formal agenda. Share your experiences and emotions in a compassionate and safe environment.
This group meets on the 4th Tuesday evening of each month from 6:30-8:00pm.
To register please call Stephanie at 905-579-4833 or email stephanie@hearthplace.org.
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Chair Yoga
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Chair Yoga
Zoom MeetingJoin Trudie as she offers a wonderful hour of gentle movements and reflections. The meeting begins with a warm welcome and deep breathing, followed by various stretches and movements, and ends with a short meditation.
Please contact Stephanie at stephanie@hearthplace.org or call 905-579-4833 to register.
Metastatic Cancer Support Group–
Metastatic Cancer Support Group
Zoom MeetingThis program provides patients with metastatic cancer the opportunity to meet with other metastatic cancer patients. In a supportive and non-threatening setting, sessions focus on discussion and sharing of feelings and concerns regarding unique issues that can be triggered by this diagnosis. Through participation in this program patients may find comfort and reassurance and improve their ability to cope with the roller-coaster of emotions and re-entry into the medical system.
This group meets weekly on Wednesdays, from 12:30-2:30pm.
Please call 905-579-4833 or email Stephanie@hearthplace.org to register.
Note that there will be no meeting on December 29th, 2021.
Lymphoma and Blood Related Cancers Support Group–
Lymphoma and Blood Related Cancers Support Group
Zoom MeetingThis on-going enthusiastic support group is for those diagnosed with a blood cancer, being a Non-Hodgkin’s Lymphoma, Hodgkin’s Disease, Leukemia or Multiple Myeloma, and we are committed to:
- Giving Support and strength through initial diagnosis and in the event of recurrence
- Providing educational material and resources to help you understand and make informed decisions about your treatment and wellness after treatment
Please register with Sonja at 905-579-4833 or sonja@hearthplace.org.
The group schedule is every 4th Wednesday and every 2nd Thursday of each month from 7:00 – 9:00pm
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Gynecological Cancers Support Group
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Gynecological Cancers Support Group
Zoom MeetingThis support group offers women a safe place to meet with other women to share experiences and coping skills, and to explore the emotional, physical and spiritual impacts of living with a gynecological cancer.
Please contact Stephanie at stephanie@hearthplace.org or call 905-579-4833 to register.
Healing Journey Level 3: Steps Toward Spiritual Healing–
Healing Journey Level 3: Steps Toward Spiritual Healing
Zoom MeetingThis nine session program furthers your healing journey by teaching you the basics of spiritual connection. Questions considered include “Who am I, really?” and “How can I find meaning in my life’s circumstances?”. Meditation, journaling, thought watching and self-reflection are all examined as avenues to inner peace.
Prerequisite: Healing Journey Levels 1 and 2. Repeat participants are welcome!
Please contact Stephanie at stephanie@hearthplace.org or call 905-579-4833 to register.
Please note that there are no sessions on December 23rd or 30th, 2021.
Pediatric Cancer Family Support Group–
Pediatric Cancer Family Support Group
Zoom MeetingA facilitated peer support group where parents can connect with one another and share in a supportive environment. Children participate in activities with Hearth Place staff and volunteers.
To register please contact Janette at 905-579-4833 or janette@hearthplace.org.
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Sharing Circle for Health and Wellness -Sacred Fire
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Sharing Circle for Health and Wellness -Sacred Fire
Zoom MeetingThe Sharing Circle is an Indigenous approach to holistic health and wellness. Spiritual in nature, this interactive group includes music, a teaching, and the opportunity to share stories.
Facilitated by Kathy MacLeod-Beaver, Indigenous Navigator, Central East Regional Cancer Program.
Please contact Stephanie at 905-579-4833 or stephanie@hearthplace.org to register.
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Newly Diagnosed Breast Cancer Support Group
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Newly Diagnosed Breast Cancer Support Group
Zoom MeetingThis support group is for breast cancer patients from the day of diagnosis through to the end of treatment and beyond. This group offers emotional support and strength in dealing with breast cancer, as well as providing material and resources to help manage breast cancer treatments.
Please call Stephanie at 905-579-4833 or email stephanie@hearthplace.org to register.