Cancer Lifeline

Gentle Exercise: Stretch & Strength Sponsored By Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
2023-09-18 13:30 - 14:30, 2023-09-25 13:30 - 14:30, 2023-10-02 13:30 - 14:30, 2023-10-09 13:30 - 14:30, 2023-10-16 13:30 - 14:30, 2023-10-23 13:30 - 14:30, 2023-11-06 13:30 - 14:30, 2023-11-13 13:30 - 14:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | [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.
*No Class: 10/30
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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.

Blue Zones: Lessons for Living Longer Sponsored By Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
2023-09-19 13:00 - 14:00
The Blue Zones are longevity hotspots, regions of the world where current evidence indicates people live much longer and healthier than average. Learn lessons learned that could have significant implications for cancer patients and survivors.
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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.

Living with Cancer Support Group Sponsored by Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
2023-09-20 11:00 - 12:30, 2023-10-04 11:00 - 12:30, 2023-10-18 11:00 - 12:30, 2023-11-01 11:00 - 12:30
Feeling overwhelmed & uncertain about what lies ahead as you maneuver through the unfamiliar world of cancer? Come meet others who are just diagnosed, in treatment or post-treatment. Get support & explore what this journey looks like for you.

Virginia Mason Federal Way Medical Center
Living with Cancer Support Group
Facilitated by (to be announced in January 2023)
1st & 3rd Wednesdays, 11am-12:30pm
Dates for 2023:
Jan 4 & 18, Feb 1 & 15, Mar 1 & 15, Apr 5 & 19, May 3 & 17, June 7 & 21, July 5 & 19, Aug 2 & 16, Sept 6 & 20, Oct 4 & 18, Nov 1 & 15, Dec 6 & 20
To Register, download the Zoom app and then CLICK HERE TO REGISTER.
Note: You only need to register once per program season. As soon as you register, you will receive an automatic email from Zoom that includes the link to the support group meeting. We recommend you save this link so that you may use it each month for this meeting.
Upcoming Presentations for the Jan-Apr 2023 Program Season:
none

Please note that while we are holding our support groups online on Zoom that our Support Group Agreements require participation by both video and audio unless you have been granted an exception by Cancer Lifeline in advance of the meeting.
If you are joining a meeting for the first time and are uncertain about how to use the videoconference platform we use for all of our groups, Zoom, please consider reaching out to our Lifeline during regular business hours before the day of the group so that someone with Cancer Lifeline can assist you in getting everything setup and answer questions you have. You can also call us at (206) 297-2100 during normal business hours, M-F 9am-5pm.
Our programming season occurs in four-month trimesters. Thus, the presentations identified on this page are those that will be held at the beginning of the support group meeting for the current program season. Anyone is invited to attend the presentation, regardless of whether you are a member of the support group. When you register, you will have the option of indicating whether you want to join the support group as well.

Small Steps for Stress Reduction Sponsored By Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
2023-10-03 12:00 - 13:00
Learn simple and effective tools to slowly incorporate lasting change and decrease stress in your life both during and after 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.

Colorectal Cancer: Ostomy 101 Sponsored By Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
2023-10-09 12:00 - 13:00
Gain practical tips and information on adjusting to life with an ostomy bag with others facing similar challenges.
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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.

Colorectal Support Group Sponsored by Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
2023-10-09 12:00 - 13:30, 2023-11-13 12:00 - 13:30
This group is open to all patients & support persons affected by cancers of the colon, rectum, and anus. The group provides time to openly discuss the many difficult physical and emotional aspects of having a colorectal cancer diagnosis.
Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
Colorectal Cancer Support Group
Facilitated by Brenda Joy, MA, LMHC
2nd Monday, 12-1:30pm
Dates for 2023:
Jan 9, Feb 13, Mar 13, Apr 10, May 8, June 12, July 10, Aug 14, Sept 11, Oct 9, Nov 13, Dec 11
To Register, download the Zoom app and then CLICK HERE TO REGISTER.
Note: You only need to register once per calendar year. As soon as you register, you will receive an automatic email from Zoom that includes the link to the support group meeting. We recommend you save this link so that you may use it each month for this meeting.
Upcoming Presentations for Sept-Dec 2023 Program Season:
Oct 9: Colorectal Cancer: Ostomy 101 with Laura Vadman, RN
Please note that while we are holding our support groups online on Zoom that our Support Group Norms require participation by both video and audio unless you have been granted an exception by Cancer Lifeline in advance of the meeting.
If you are joining a meeting for the first time and are uncertain about how to use the videoconference platform we use for all of our groups, Zoom, please consider reaching out to our Lifeline during regular business hours before the day of the group so that someone with Cancer Lifeline can assist you in getting everything setup and answer questions you have. You can also call us at (206) 297-2100 during normal business hours, M-F 9am-5pm.
Our programming season occurs in four-month trimesters. Thus, the presentations identified on this page are those that will be held at the beginning of the support group meeting for the current program season. Anyone is invited to attend the presentation, regardless of whether you are a member of the support group. When you register, you will have the option of indicating whether you want to join the support group as well.

Movement & Exercise for Bone Health Sponsored By Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
2023-10-10 10:00 - 11:00, 2023-10-17 10:00 - 11:00, 2023-10-24 10:00 - 11:00, 2023-10-31 10:00 - 11:00, 2023-11-07 10:00 - 11:00, 2023-11-14 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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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.

Coping with Cancer: Processing Grief Sponsored By Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
2023-10-11 13:00 - 14:00
Grief & loss is an inherent part of living with cancer. Come join others for discussion of the challenges and how to manage this experience.
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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.

Cancer & Nutrition: Mindful Eating Sponsored By Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
2023-10-12 12:00 - 13:00
Michelle Babb, registered dietician and nutritionist will explain how to practice mindful eating for optimal digestion, energy, weight control & overall 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.

Cancer & Creative Expression: Writing to Calm an Anxious Mind Sponsored By Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
2023-10-17 11:30 - 13:00
When we become anxious, what we are able to perceive in our world may diminish. We will work with carefully selected journal exercises to help reduce anxiety that can be used anywhere. No previous writing experience necessary.
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PLEASE NOTE that even though you will receive a Zoom confirmation, this is an IN-PERSON class at Cancer Lifeline, 6522 Fremont Ave N, Seattle 98103.

The Benefits of Aromatherapy for Reducing Anxiety Sponsored By Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
2023-10-19 11:00 - 12:00
Learn about the therapeutic use of essential oils in reducing anxiety supporting physical and emotional well-being for both patients and caregivers.
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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.

Food as Medicine: Nutrition for Optimal Health Sponsored By Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
2023-10-24 17:30 - 19:00
Diet, healthy or otherwise, can impact an individual’s health. In this class we’ll learn about how making improvements in diet quality, like adding nourishing nutrient dense, fiber-rich foods, may reduce side effects and improve quality of life.
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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.

Cancer & Creative Expression: The Art of Gratitude Sponsored By Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
2023-11-07 13:00 - 14:30
For both cancer patients and caregivers, gratitude can be truly life-changing, bringing positive emotions and improving the ability to deal with adversity. Through journal prompts and simple art ideas, we will explore ways to take inventory of our lives and acknowledge abundance.
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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.

Coping with Cancer: Exploring Changing Relationships Sponsored By Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
2023-11-08 13:00 - 14:00
Explore how your identity and the various relationships in your life may shift throughout treatment, recovery & beyond including reinventing yourself in new and powerful ways.
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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.
