Cancer Lifeline

Movement & Exercise for Bone Health Sponsored by Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
2025-06-24 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-07-01 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-07-08 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-07-15 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-07-22 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-07-29 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-08-05 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-08-12 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Los_Angeles) and 1 more date | [ONLINE] Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
Join us for this exercise class designed to enhance bone health and minimize the risk of bone-related complications that may arise during or after cancer treatment. This will include a series of safe, effective, and tailored exercises that will help you rebuild bone density, improve overall physical function, and enhance your quality of life.
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Need help getting registered? Having trouble joining a class? Please call our Telephone Lifeline at 206-297-2500 M-F, 9am-5pm or connect with us through our Online Lifeline Chat.

Cancer & Creative Expression: Transforming Fear & Uncertainty Writing Series Sponsored by Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
2025-06-24 11:30 - 13:00, 2025-07-01 11:30 - 13:00, 2025-07-08 11:30 - 13:00
Difficult feelings surface through illness—and through many other aspects of our lives. In this writing workshop series, we’ll draw from the experiences of historical, mythological, literary, and cultural characters to imagine how we might design our own journeys of hope and transcendence.
Join us for any or all 3 sessions:
6/24 When Fear Lurks in the Shadows
7/1 When Uncertainty Creates Chaos
7/8 When Discomfort Weighs us Down
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Need help getting registered? Having trouble joining a class? Please call our Telephone Lifeline at 206-297-2500 M-F, 9am-5pm or connect with us through our Online Lifeline Chat.

Vital Moves Thursdays Sponsored by Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
2025-06-26 17:30 - 18:30, 2025-07-03 17:30 - 18:30, 2025-07-10 17:30 - 18:30, 2025-07-17 17:30 - 18:30, 2025-07-24 17:30 - 18:30, 2025-07-31 17:30 - 18:30, 2025-08-07 17:30 - 18:30, 2025-08-14 17:30 - 18:30
Learn gentle upbeat movements that can increase energy, strength, clarity, and balance. Great for patients, survivors, & caregivers. Especially beneficial for those affected by lymphedema.
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Need help getting registered? Having trouble joining a class? Please call our Telephone Lifeline at 206-297-2500 M-F, 9am-5pm or connect with us through our Online Lifeline Chat.

Living with Cancer Support Group Sponsored by Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
2025-07-02 11:00 - 12:30, 2025-07-16 11:00 - 12:30, 2025-08-06 11:00 - 12:30, 2025-08-20 11:00 - 12:30
Feeling overwhelmed and uncertain about what lies ahead as you travel through the unfamiliar world of cancer? Come meet others who are just diagnosed, in treatment or post-treatment. Come learn from educational presentations and open discussion, and explore what this journey looks like for you. For Patients only.
*No Group 1/1
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Need help getting registered? Having trouble joining a class? Please call our Telephone Lifeline at 206-297-2500 M-F, 9am-5pm or connect with us through our Online Lifeline Chat.

Coping with Cancer: Conversations that Heal: Talking About Cancer with Friends & Family Sponsored by Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
2025-07-09 10:00 - 11:00
Navigating conversations about cancer with friends and family can be challenging. This class offers guidance on fostering open, supportive, and healing discussions, helping you express your needs and connect more deeply with loved ones.
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Need help getting registered? Having trouble joining a class? Please call our Telephone Lifeline at 206-297-2500 M-F, 9am-5pm or connect with us through our Online Lifeline Chat.

Colorectal Support Group Sponsored by Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
2025-07-14 12:00 - 13:30, 2025-08-11 12:00 - 13:30
This group is open to all patients & support persons affected by cancers of the colon, esophagus, stomach, liver, gallbladder, biliary tract, pancreas, peritoneum, intestine, appendix, rectum, and anus. The group offers speakers presenting on various topics and time to openly discuss the many difficult physical and emotional aspects of having a GI cancer diagnosis. Join at any time.
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Need help getting registered? Having trouble joining a class? Please call our Telephone Lifeline at 206-297-2500 M-F, 9am-5pm or connect with us through our Online Lifeline Chat.

Nutrition: How to Boost your Energy During and After Treatment Sponsored by Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
2025-07-29 17:30 - 19:00
Dr. Eleonora Naydis, a naturopathic physician specializing in integrated oncology, will discuss ways to improve energy and quality of life during treatment. Topics will include optimal nutrition, safe supplement use and mind body medicine, incorporating exercise, yoga and meditation. Learn practical tools to increase strength, mental clarity and how to maintain your foundation of good health.
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Need help getting registered? Having trouble joining a class? Please call our Telephone Lifeline at 206-297-2500 M-F, 9am-5pm or connect with us through our Online Lifeline Chat.

Genetics & Colorectal Cancer Sponsored by Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
2025-08-11 12:00 - 13:00
Learn how genetics can influence colorectal cancer risk, diagnosis, and treatment. This class explores hereditary factors, genetic testing, and personalized treatment approaches to help you better understand your risk and options for prevention and care.
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Need help getting registered? Having trouble joining a class? Please call our Telephone Lifeline at 206-297-2500 M-F, 9am-5pm or connect with us through our Online Lifeline Chat.

Calm in the Storm: Overcoming Fear & Anxiety Sponsored by Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
2025-08-13 10:00 - 11:00
Fear and anxiety are natural responses to a cancer diagnosis, but they don’t have to overwhelm you. This class explores practical techniques to manage stress, cultivate resilience, and find moments of peace amid uncertainty.
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Need help getting registered? Having trouble joining a class? Please call our Telephone Lifeline at 206-297-2500 M-F, 9am-5pm or connect with us through our Online Lifeline Chat.
