Cancer Lifeline

Vital Moves Sponsored by Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
2026-03-26 17:30 - 18:30, 2026-04-09 17:30 - 18:30, 2026-04-16 17:30 - 18:30, 2026-04-23 17:30 - 18:30, 2026-04-30 17:30 - 18:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | [ONLINE] Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
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 4/9
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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

Pancreatic Cancer Caregiver Support Group: "Finding Connection" Sponsored by Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
2026-03-27 14:00 - 15:00, 2026-04-10 14:00 - 15:00, 2026-04-24 14:00 - 15:00
Friday meetings provide educational presentations and a supportive environment to share with others living with pancreatic cancer. Open to caregivers.

Living in the After: Support for Loss due to Pancreatic Cancer Sponsored by Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
2026-03-30 17:00 - 18:00, 2026-04-27 17:00 - 18:00
Monthly meetings provide a supportive environment to share with those who are experiencing grief & loss due to pancreatic cancer.

Movement & Exercise for Bone Health Sponsored by Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
2026-03-31 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-04-07 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-04-14 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-04-21 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-04-28 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-05-05 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-05-12 10:00 - 11:00
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

Living with Cancer Support Group Sponsored by Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
2026-04-01 11:00 - 12:30, 2026-04-15 11:00 - 12:30, 2026-05-06 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.
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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

Cancer & Nutrition: What to Eat When Nothing Tastes Good Sponsored by Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
2026-04-07 13:00 - 14:00
Changes in taste and smell are common during cancer treatment and can make eating feel frustrating or unappealing. In this class, we’ll explore practical strategies to help you find foods that are more enjoyable and easier to tolerate, even when flavors seem off or muted. Participants will learn which foods and textures may be more appealing, which to limit, and how to enhance flavor in simple ways. This session focuses on helping you stay nourished, maintain strength, and feel more comfortable with eating throughout treatment and beyond.
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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: Finding Steady Ground- Facing Fear with Compassion Sponsored by Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
2026-04-08 10:00 - 11:00
Fear is a natural part of the cancer experience — from diagnosis through treatment and beyond. In this class, we’ll explore compassionate ways to understand and respond to fear rather than fight against it. Through discussion of practical coping tools, you’ll learn how to find steadier emotional ground and cultivate a sense of calm and self-kindness, even in uncertain moments. All are welcome, whether you’re newly diagnosed, in treatment, or navigating survivorship.
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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.

Gastrointestinal (GI) Cancer Support Group Sponsored by Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
2026-04-13 12:00 - 13:30, 2026-05-11 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.

Pancreatic Cancer Support Group: Building Resilience Sponsored by Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
2026-04-14 10:00 - 11:30, 2026-04-28 10:00 - 11:30
Tuesday meetings provide educational presentations and a supportive environment to share with others living with pancreatic cancer. Open to patients and caregivers.

Nutrition for Healthier Aging Sponsored by Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
2026-04-21 13:00 - 14:00
As we age, good nutrition becomes an essential part of supporting our immune system, maintaining strength, and reducing cancer risk. In this class, we’ll explore how food choices can help promote healthier aging—before, during, and after cancer treatment. You’ll learn which nutrients matter most, how to adapt meals for changing needs, and simple strategies to stay energized and resilient. Join us to discover practical, delicious ways to nourish your body for long-term wellness.
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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

Yoga Nidra Sponsored by Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
2026-05-06 17:30 - 18:30
Yoga Nidra is a deep guided meditation that balances body, mind, emotions and spirit. Through gentle yoga movements & Yoga Nidra meditation, you will find yourself refreshed, renewed & empowered to tackle what comes your way with a better night’s sleep.
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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

Vital Moves Sponsored by Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
2026-05-07 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.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Need help getting registered? Having trouble joining a class? Please call our Telephone Lifeline at 206-297-2500 M-F, 9am-5pm

Chemo Brain & Memory Support for GI Cancers Sponsored by Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
2026-05-11 12:00 - 13:00
Feeling foggy or forgetting things more than usual during treatment? You’re not alone. Many people experience changes in memory, focus, and mental clarity during cancer treatment. This session offers practical tools and strategies to help you navigate “chemo brain,” stay organized, and boost your confidence in daily tasks—so you can feel more in control of your thinking and memory.
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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
