Cancer Lifeline

Practicing Meditation & Mindfulness Series Sponsored by Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
2022-09-28 18:30 - 19:30, 2022-10-05 18:30 - 19:30, 2022-10-12 18:30 - 19:30, 2022-10-19 18:30 - 19:30, 2022-10-26 18:30 - 19:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | [ONLINE] Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
These classes allow students to learn, gain practice & experience a variety of well-known meditation techniques, including mantra, mindfulness, & guided visualization. Classes include time for discussion & questions.
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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.

Pancreatic Cancer Support Group for Caregivers: Building Resilience Sponsored by Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
2022-09-30 14:00 - 15:00, 2022-10-14 14:00 - 15:00, 2022-10-28 14:00 - 15:00
Bi-monthly meetings provide educational presentations and a supportive environment to share with others support someone with pancreatic cancer.
Currently offered online via Zoom. Call 206-341-0930 to RSVP.

Gentle Exercise: Stretch & Strength Session I & II Sponsored by Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
2022-10-03 13:30 - 14:30, 2022-10-10 13:30 - 14:30, 2022-10-17 13:30 - 14:30, 2022-10-24 13:30 - 14:30, 2022-10-31 13:30 - 14:30, 2022-11-07 13:30 - 14:30
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.

Using Creative Expression to Process Emotions Sponsored by Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
2022-10-04 13:00 - 15:00
Through writing exercises and art activities, we’ll explore the normal feelings that can arise when your life is impacted by cancer. Learn how incorporating art and creativity into your self-care routine not only relieves stress and anxiety; it also nurtures discovery of hope, strength and meaning within the healing process.
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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.

Living with Cancer Support Group for Patients Wednesday Sponsored by Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
2022-10-05 11:00 - 12:30, 2022-10-19 11:00 - 12:30, 2022-11-02 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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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.

Self-Massage for Increased Range of Motion Sponsored by Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
2022-10-06 12:00 - 13:00
In this massage technique class, our focus is on self-care through the practice of massage. We will use nurturing oils that nourish, revitalize, and warm the skin & soft tissues. Swedish massage techniques will focus on reducing stress and imbalances in the body resulting in an overall sense of wellbeing. In this class we will focus our massage techniques on the legs, feet, and arms, finishing with a gentle face massage to release tight jaw muscles and congested sinuses that can contribute to headaches and jaw pain.
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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.

Pancreatic Cancer Support Group Sponsored by Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
2022-10-11 10:00 - 11:30, 2022-10-25 10:00 - 11:30, 2022-11-08 10:00 - 11:30
Bi-monthly meetings provide educational presentations and a supportive environment to share with others living with pancreatic cancer. Open to patients and caregivers.
Currently offered online via Zoom. Call 206-341-0930 to RSVP.

Cancer & Nutrition: Foods to Fight Fatigue Sponsored by Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
2022-10-11 13:00 - 14:00
The foods we crave aren’t always the most nutritious or supportive for sustained energy. The good news is we can re-train our bodies by eating nutrient-dense foods that will nourish and boost energy without the sugar crash afterwards.
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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.

Coping with Cancer: How to Manage a Sense of Isolation Sponsored by Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
2022-10-12 12:30 - 13:30
Cancer can be a very isolating experience in itself. As the Pandemic continues on, it’s not uncommon to feel a sense of physical, emotional exhaustion. Discuss ways to navigate the near future with the uncertainty that lies ahead.
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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.

Writing for Wellness 101 Sponsored by Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
2022-10-18 11:00 - 13:00
Through writing exercises and art activities, we’ll explore the perfectly normal feelings that can arise when your life is impacted by cancer. Learn how incorporating art and creativity into your self-care routine not only relieves stress and anxiety; it also nurtures discovery of hope, strength and meaning within the healing process.
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.

Skills for Handling Difficult Emotions Sponsored by Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
2022-10-27 11:00 - 12:00
Everyone experiences challenging emotional states. We don’t always know how to manage these big feelings. Using the R.A.I.N Meditation tool developed by Michelle McDonald, we will practice maintaining awareness of your thoughts and feelings, without judgement. R.A.I.N is an acronym, the four letters standing for: Recognize, Accept, Investigate & Nurture.
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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.

Living & Working with Cancer Sponsored by Virginia Mason Cancer Institute
2022-11-02 13:30 - 14:30
More and more people are working while receiving cancer treatment or returning to work soon after completion of treatment. Getting ready to go back to work can present challenges, including how to talk about your cancer with co-workers. Join us for a discussion of the issues and the strategies to manage the challenges related to living and working with cancer.
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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.

Natural Sleep & Wake Cycles & the Implications for Health Sponsored by Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
2022-11-04 13:00 - 14:00
All living species have biological clocks that generate and control the our daily behaviors including the sleep-wake cycle. The term ‘circadian misalignment’ describes a variety of circumstances, such as inappropriately timed sleep and wake. Come learn more about the sleep cycle and how to foster a healthy cycle.
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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 Exercise: Stretch & Strength Session II
2022-11-07 00:00
Learn about & practice gentle exercises geared towards people dealing with the impacts of cancer. Open to patients and caregivers. All ability levels encouraged.

Coping with Cancer: Life in Survivorship Sponsored by Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
2022-11-08 13:00 - 14:00
Completion of initial treatment is a major milestone that provides opportunities for personal growth as well as new challenges. In this class we will explore issues that may arise with shifting identities as well as ways to help manage them.
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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.
