Program Highlights
Guided Meditation for Summer Relaxation
Fridays – July 7th and 21st, August 4th and 18th from 10:00-11:00am – once a month in person and once a month online
Although the summer can be a more relaxing time of year, for those dealing with cancer, it may still be filled with anxiety. Join Trudie for an hour of relaxing meditations, to help you ease into the weekend in a calmer frame of mind.
Please contact Stephanie at stephanie@hearthplace.org or call 905-579-4833 to register.
Teen Link
Thursday, July 20th and September 21st from 6:30-8:00pm – in person
Join other teens who have lost a parent to cancer. Talk, don’t talk. Laugh, cry, rage or crack a joke. This group is here for all of that. You don’t have to pretend. The group will do activities together and support each other. You are not alone.
Thank you to District 13, OSSTF, whose funding made this support group possible.
Please contact Stephanie at stephanie@hearthplace.org or call 905-579-4833 to register.
Music for Self-Compassion
Tuesday, July 11th and August 8th from 1:00-2:30pm – in person
Please join Shirley Khalil, Certified Music Therapist, as she uses music to help us explore our feelings as we deal with cancer. You will be able to experience the power of melody and sound to express your emotions and leave with ideas for how to add music to your self-care. Please register for one date only.
Please contact Stephanie at stephanie@hearthplace.org or call 905-579-4833 to register.
Making the Most of Your Doctor’s Appointments
Friday, July 28th from 10:00-11:30am – online
Good communication is very important in cancer care. This session will offer you ways to have more effective discussions with your healthcare team, including tips on prioritizing questions and managing phone appointments.
Please contact Stephanie at stephanie@hearthplace.org or call 905-579-4833 to register.
Understanding Your Values
Thursday, August 17th from 1:00-3:00pm – in person
Do you know what you want someone to say when they are speaking on your behalf? In this seminar, we will discover our own healthcare values, and learn how to start the conversations with our loved ones so that they are able to speak with our voice.
Please contact Stephanie at stephanie@hearthplace.org or call 905-579-4833 to register.
If Not You, Who?
Tuesday, August 17th from 10:00-11:00am – online
Planning our future healthcare needs is important for all of us. Do you know what would happen if you couldn’t speak for yourself? Who would you trust to make those decisions for you? Join us, and learn how to begin making these plans.
Please contact Stephanie at stephanie@hearthplace.org or call 905-579-4833 to register.
Healing Journey Levels 1&2
Coping With Cancer Stress & Skills for Healing
Begins Thursday, Sept. 7th from 1:00-3:00pm – in person and online
A cancer diagnosis can be a life-changing event. In this 10 session program you will learn stress management techniques, such as deep relaxation and thought control, and self-help skills including meditation, journaling, consulting an inner healer and the spiritual aspects of healing.
Please contact Stephanie at stephanie@hearthplace.org or call 905-579-4833 to register.
The Importance of Posture & Breathing in Lymphedema Management
Thursday, September 14th from 10:00-12:00pm – in person and online
Heather Cirone, CDT, teaches us why the way we hold our bodies, and how we breathe, is so important in lymphedema management.
Please contact Stephanie at stephanie@hearthplace.org or call 905-579-4833 to register.
Namaste Grief Support Group
Begins Monday, September 18th, from 6:30-8:30pm – in person
This 8 session, bi-weekly 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.
Please contact Stephanie at stephanie@hearthplace.org or call 905-579-4833 to register.
Young Hearts Cancer Support Series
Begins Thursday, September 21st from 10:30am-12:00pm – in person and online
This 6 week series addresses the unique concerns of young adults aged 20-39 who have been diagnosed with cancer. The informal agenda allows for topics to arise which are of particular concern to the group. Potential topics include disclosing diagnosis, returning to work, dating and sexuality, financial concerns, survivorship issues, self-esteem and mindfulness.
Please contact Stephanie at stephanie@hearthplace.org or call 905-579-4833 to register.
Look Good Feel Better
These workshops are back in-person at Hearth Place!!
Learn how to manage the appearance-related effects of cancer treatments. Topics include skin care, make-up application and wigs & head coverings. The workshop is offered on the third Tuesday of each month, from 10:00-12:00pm.
Next dates: Tuesday, July 18th, August 15th and September 10th – in person.
Please register directly at www.lgfb.ca or call 1-800-914-5665.