Cancer Lifeline

What to Expect with Contemporary Colon/Rectal Cancer Surgery Sponsored by Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
2022-05-12 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | [ONLINE] Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
Learn about the most current surgery options for Colon/Rectal cancer from expert oncologist Dr. Vlad Simianu from Virginia Mason Franciscan Health.
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We hope that you can join our Zoom meetings with video. If you are unable to, please email classes@cancerlifeline.org or call (206) 297-2500 M-F 9am-5pm and we’ll provide a dial-in number.

Living with Cancer Support Group-Day Sponsored by Overlake
2022-05-12 10:00 - 12:00 | [ONLINE] Overlake Medical Center
Whether you are just diagnosed, in treatment or post-treatment, join us to get support and learn from educational presentations and discussion. Group is open to those with any type of cancer diagnosis.
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We hope that you can join our Zoom meetings with video. If you are unable to, please email classes@cancerlifeline.org or call (206) 297-2500 M-F 9am-5pm and we’ll provide a dial-in number.

The Trauma of Cancer Sponsored by Overlake Hospital Medical Center
2022-05-12 10:00 - 11:00 | [ONLINE] Overlake Medical Center
A cancer diagnosis can alter our perception of life including fear of recurrence, loss of loved ones & other traumas. We’ll explore those moments in our lives that have led us to unexpected new places and walk away with tools to best manage the trauma of cancer.
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We hope that you can join our Zoom meetings with video. If you are unable to, please email classes@cancerlifeline.org or call (206) 297-2500 M-F 9am-5pm and we’ll provide a dial-in number.

Moving from Loss to Life: A Writing & Meditation Workshop Sponsored by Cancer Lifeline
2022-05-11 18:00 - 19:30, 2022-05-04 18:00 - 19:30 | [ONLINE] Cancer Lifeline
Come explore the cancer related losses that have impacted your life in respectful community with others. Explore narratives that help identify your experience with cancer in a healthy way. Come join us!
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We hope that you can join our Zoom meetings with video. If you are unable to, please email classes@cancerlifeline.org or call (206) 297-2500 M-F 9am-5pm and we’ll provide a dial-in number.

Cancer & Nutrition: Cooking with Sea Vegetables Sponsored by Valley Medical Center
2022-05-11 13:00 - 14:30 | [ONLINE] Valley Medical Center
Call them sea vegetables or call them seaweeds, but call on them frequently! Learn more about these versatile, nutritious and delicious super-foods. Taste and savor simple recipes everyone will like.
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We hope that you can join our Zoom meetings with video. If you are unable to, please email classes@cancerlifeline.org or call (206) 297-2500 M-F 9am-5pm and we’ll provide a dial-in number.

Coping with Cancer: Living with Fear Sponsored by Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
2022-05-11 12:30 - 13:30 | [ONLINE] Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
Living with fear, that often accompanies a cancer diagnosis can leave us feeling undone and out of control. This is a common, healthy emotion in response to a life changing event. Come learn skills and strategies for coping well with the roller coaster of emotions that come along with living with cancer.
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We hope that you can join our Zoom meetings with video. If you are unable to, please email classes@cancerlifeline.org or call (206) 297-2500 M-F 9am-5pm and we’ll provide a dial-in number.

Gentle Yoga 1st & 2nd Wednesdays Sponsored by Salish Cancer Center
2022-05-11 12:00 - 13:00, 2022-05-04 12:00 - 13:00 | [ONLINE] Salish Cancer Center
Practice easy stretches, postures, guided meditation and breathing exercises in one of these gentle therapeutic yoga classes.
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We hope that you can join our Zoom meetings with video. If you are unable to, please email classes@cancerlifeline.org or call (206) 297-2500 M-F 9am-5pm and we’ll provide a dial-in number.

Open Studio Process [In-person & Online]
2022-05-11 10:30 - 13:00
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We hope that you can join our Zoom meetings with video. If you are unable to, please email classes@cancerlifeline.org or call (206) 297-2500 M-F 9am-5pm and we’ll provide a dial-in number.
IN-PERSON: If you would like to join Open Studio Process in-person at Cancer Lifeline (6522Fremont Ave N, Seattle, WA 98103), please email or call Pamela Krueger at pkrueger@cancerlifeline.org or (206) 832-1271. There will be a limit of 4 people in-person and each person must show proof of COVID vaccine. Masks will also be required to be worn and are available.
The Open Studio Process allows for creative exploration in parallel with others and includes three simple steps: 1) setting an intention, 2) art-making, and 3) witnessing what we create. It is a creative experience for everyone – no prior artistic experience of any kind is needed!
Thirty minutes prior to the official start time of each Open Studio Process session, the facilitator will open the Zoom meeting room to allow people to arrive, greet one another, settle into the space, explore their available art materials in their location, and prepare for art-making. Arriving early for this portion is optional.
We will begin the process at 10:30am. To open up space for creative exploration, a poem and set of inspiring images will be shared for an automatic writing response. Next, a short visualized, guided meditation will be offered and then each person will set an intention of what we long to receive from Creative Source, however each person defines it. Then, we will each engage with art materials of our selection and engage in the act of art-making as a creative exploration, with an emphasis on deciding in the moment what form our creativity takes and experimenting with things we haven’t tried before. This will usually last about 1.5-2 hours, depending on the number of people attending. Then, we will each “witness” our own creation, silently, in writing, allowing us to respond to whatever we have created. An optional sharing of what we write will then be invited, without dialogue or comment.
In this way, each participant can engage fully with the creative process, while feeling the energy of the collective space that comes from others also creating in sync, in time. The Open Studio Process offers an atmosphere of supportive non-interference – free of all comment and critique – allowing you to connect with your creativity while working alongside with others.
For those who have attended Open Studio in the past at the Dorothy O’Brien Center or other places, it may feel a bit different to have a structured time. We invite you to join us and try this approach, which we believe will open up new creative pathways for each participant.
Pamela Krueger will facilitate, having received training in the Open Studio Process by one of its three original creators, Pat B. Allen.

Addressing Fear of Recurrence Sponsored by EvergreenHealth
2022-05-10 18:30 - 19:30 | [ONLINE] EvergreenHealth
Do the fear and anxiety of a cancer recurrence hold you back from the life you wish to live? Learn simple strategies for managing fear and uncertainty that come with a cancer diagnosis.
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We hope that you can join our Zoom meetings with video. If you are unable to, please email classes@cancerlifeline.org or call (206) 297-2500 M-F 9am-5pm and we’ll provide a dial-in number.

Exercise To Build & Maintain Balance Sponsored by Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
2022-05-10 16:00 - 17:00 | [ONLINE] Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
Exercise is medicine, especially for cancer survivors. Should we all take the same dosage even if you have fatigue, lymphedema, or balance problems? In this class, you will learn more about the importance of exercise in building strength and maintaining balance. This class will include some demonstrations and Q&A.
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We hope that you can join our Zoom meetings with video. If you are unable to, please email classes@cancerlifeline.org or call (206) 297-2500 M-F 9am-5pm and we’ll provide a dial-in number.

Cancer & Creative Expression: Sketching Bugs & Blooms Sponsored by EvergreenHealth
2022-05-10 13:00 - 14:30 | [ONLINE] EvergreenHealth
Creative Expression can be a healthy way of reducing stressed activated by cancer. Using observational skills, relax & learn basics of sketching a butterfly on a bloom.
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For dial in:
We hope that you can join our Zoom meetings with video. If you are unable to, please email classes@cancerlifeline.org or call (206) 297-2500 M-F 9am-5pm and we’ll provide a dial-in number.

Gentle Yoga Monday Night Session I & II Sponsored by Overlake Hospital Medical Center
2022-05-09 18:30 - 19:45 | [ONLINE] Overlake Medical Center

Gentle Exercise: Stretch & Strength Session I & II Sponsored by Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
2022-05-09 13:30 - 14:30, 2022-05-02 13:30 - 14:30 | [ONLINE] Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
Learn about & practice gentle exercises geared towards people dealing with the impacts of cancer. Open to patients and caregivers. All ability levels encouraged.
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For dial in:
We hope that you can join our Zoom meetings with video. If you are unable to, please email classes@cancerlifeline.org or call (206) 297-2500 M-F 9am-5pm and we’ll provide a dial-in number.

Cancer & Nutrition: Everyday Greens Sponsored by Salish Cancer Center
2022-05-09 12:30 - 14:00 | [ONLINE] Salish Cancer Center
It’s easy eating greens when you know how and why to choose different seasonal varieties. Get tasty recipes you’ll want to make year-round
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We hope that you can join our Zoom meetings with video. If you are unable to, please email classes@cancerlifeline.org or call (206) 297-2500 M-F 9am-5pm and we’ll provide a dial-in number.

Vital Moves Mondays Sponsored by EvergreenHealth
2022-05-09 12:00 - 13:00, 2022-05-02 12:00 - 13:00 | [ONLINE] EvergreenHealth
Learn gentle upbeat movements that can increase energy, strength, clarity, and balance. Great for patients, survivors, & caregivers. Especially beneficial for those affected by lymphedema.
No class: 5/30 & 7/4
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We hope that you can join our Zoom meetings with video. If you are unable to, please email classes@cancerlifeline.org or call (206) 297-2500 M-F 9am-5pm and we’ll provide a dial-in number.

Young Adult Cancer Support Group
2022-05-07 11:00 - 13:00 | [ONLINE] Cancer Lifeline
Are you a young adult (20’s to 40) living with a cancer diagnosis? Come meet, talk and form friendships with other young adults who are also dealing with cancer. Through speakers and open discussion, you will gain tools to better manage cancer. Family and friends welcome!
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We hope that you can join our Zoom meetings with video. If you are unable to, please email classes@cancerlifeline.org or call (206) 297-2500 M-F 9am-5pm and we’ll provide a dial-in number.

Meditative Summer Art Journaling Sponsored by Overlake Hospital Medical Center
2022-05-06 13:00 - 15:00 | [ONLINE] Overlake Medical Center
ANNOUNCEMENT: This class is hybrid (in-person and online) as of July 1! To sign-up for one of the four (4) in-person spots, please email Andrea Kunwald at least 2 days before the class you want to attend in person at kunwalda@gmail.com.
Meditative art journaling lets you process the experience of cancer in a carefree and artful way. You can choose to draw, focus on writing and/or use collage materials. You do not need any art or writing experience. Each class will include a short meditation, setting an intention or finding inspiration through a poem, followed by our creative time, free writing, and closing. For those of you who enjoy Writing for the Moment and Open Studio Process, this has elements similar to both. Bring your store bought journal or create your own.
Whether you will attend in-person or online, please:
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For dial in:
We hope that you can join our Zoom meetings with video. If you are unable to, please email classes@cancerlifeline.org or call (206) 297-2500 M-F 9am-5pm and we’ll provide a dial-in number.
Recommended Art Supplies (not all are needed; these are just suggested possible supplies)*:
8″ x 10″ or 7″ x 10″ Mixed media journal with metal spiral bindings. Or, make your own.
A set of drawing pens such as Ultra Fine Sharpies
Markers, rubber stamps and ink pad, glitter pens
Graphite pencils, pencils such as 6B, 4B, 2B, and a good eraser, pencil sharpener.
Colored pencils
Crayons
Watercolor set
Glue stick, Elmer’s Glue, scissors
Collage material such as magazines, old books & photographs, old playing cards, fabric, ribbons, tissue paper, old greeting cards, buttons, stickers, candy wrappers, receipts, old jewelry, really anything goes.
Oil Pastels, Soft Pastels
*If it would be a financial hardship to you to acquire desired materials from the list above, please send an email to pkrueger@cancerlifeline.org and she will put together and deliver to you a “Meditative Art Journaling Kit” of donated supplies.

Nutrition in Cancer Survivorship Sponsored by EvergreenHealth
2022-05-06 12:30 - 14:00 | [ONLINE] EvergreenHealth
Join in an educational discussion about nutritional choices during and after treatment.
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For dial in:
We hope that you can join our Zoom meetings with video. If you are unable to, please email classes@cancerlifeline.org or call (206) 297-2500 M-F 9am-5pm and we’ll provide a dial-in number.

Vital Moves Thursdays Sponsored by Cancer Lifeline
2022-05-05 17:30 - 18:30 | [ONLINE] Cancer Lifeline
Learn gentle upbeat movements that can increase energy, strength, clarity, and balance. Great for patients, survivors & caregivers. Especially beneficial for those affected by lymphedema.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
For dial in:
We hope that you can join our Zoom meetings with video. If you are unable to, please email classes@cancerlifeline.org or call (206) 297-2500 M-F 9am-5pm and we’ll provide a dial-in number.

Writing For The Moment: Session I & II Sponsored by Cancer Lifeline
2022-05-05 13:00 - 15:00 | [ONLINE] Cancer Lifeline
Discover the power of writing as a way to process everyday life when impacted by a cancer diagnosis. No matter your writing style or experience, this workshop will inspire you to put pen to paper. This class invites sharing rather than critiquing. Session commitment encouraged.
Registration is available for Session I & II. You can select the dates on the registration page.
No Class 6/30
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We hope that you can join our Zoom meetings with video. If you are unable to, please email classes@cancerlifeline.org or call (206) 297-2500 M-F 9am-5pm and we’ll provide a dial-in number.

GI Cancers: Strategies for Better Sleep Sponsored by EvergreenHealth
2022-05-04 18:30 - 19:30 | [ONLINE] EvergreenHealth
Side effects of Cancer treatment can impact sleep, which is when healing takes please. Come learn ways to achieve a better nights sleep through practical tools and discussion.
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We hope that you can join our Zoom meetings with video. If you are unable to, please email classes@cancerlifeline.org or call (206) 297-2500 M-F 9am-5pm and we’ll provide a dial-in number.

Chair Yoga: Session II Sponsored by Valley Medical Center
2022-04-30 13:00 - 14:00 | [ONLINE] Valley Medical Center
Heard about all of the incredible benefits of yoga but have never taken a class? Come learn about the basics of chair yoga and the positive health benefits that regular practice can offer. Open to patients and caregivers. All ability levels encouraged.
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Please also sign this form if you haven’t already or this is your first Cancer Lifeline exercise/movement class of 2022
2022 Assumption of Risk Agreement & Release Form – Cancer Lifeline
For dial in:
We hope that you can join our Zoom meetings with video. If you are unable to, please email classes@cancerlifeline.org or call (206) 297-2500 M-F 9am-5pm and we’ll provide a dial-in number.

Qigong: Session III Sponsored by EvergreenHealth
2022-04-29 11:30 - 13:00 | [ONLINE] EvergreenHealth
Qigong can help improve energy levels, increase mental clarity, and enhance emotional balance. All ability levels encouraged to attend. Register for each session separately.
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Please also sign this form if you haven’t already or this is your first Cancer Lifeline exercise/movement class of 2022
2022 Assumption of Risk Agreement & Release Form – Cancer Lifeline
For dial in:
We hope that you can join our Zoom meetings with video. If you are unable to, please email classes@cancerlifeline.org or call (206) 297-2500 M-F 9am-5pm and we’ll provide a dial-in number.

Living with Hope Cancer Support Group Sponsored by Valley Medical Center
2022-04-28 18:30 - 20:00 | [ONLINE] Valley Medical Center
Open to those living with any type of cancer from diagnosis through post-treatment & their family & friends.
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For dial in:
We hope that you can join our Zoom meetings with video. If you are unable to, please email classes@cancerlifeline.org or call (206) 297-2500 M-F 9am-5pm and we’ll provide a dial-in number.

COVID-19 & Cancer: Navigating Pandemic Fatigue Sponsored by Valley Medical Center
2022-04-28 18:30 - 19:30 | [ONLINE] Valley Medical Center
Cancer can be a very isolating experience in itself. With the ongoing pandemic, it’s not uncommon to feel a sense of physical and emotional exhaustion. Discuss ways to navigate the near future with the uncertainty that lies ahead.
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We hope that you can join our Zoom meetings with video. If you are unable to, please email classes@cancerlifeline.org or call (206) 297-2500 M-F 9am-5pm and we’ll provide a dial-in number.

SCCA Proton Therapy Center Prostate Cancer Dinner Club Support Group
2022-04-27 17:30 - 19:30 | https://cancerlifeline.org/event/scca-proton-therapy-center-prostate-cancer-dinner-club-support-group-2/2022-04-27/
An informative discussion on current choices in prostate cancer treatment including promising new therapies. From initial diagnosis to active surveillance, join in the discussion alongside others living with prostate cancer.
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We hope that you can join our Zoom meetings with video. If you are unable to, please email classes@cancerlifeline.org or call (206) 297-2500 M-F 9am-5pm and we’ll provide a dial-in number.
