Cancer Lifeline

Exercise & Cancer: Gentle Yoga Monday Evenings Sponsored by Overlake Medical Center
2023-03-13 18:30 - 19:45, 2023-03-20 18:30 - 19:45, 2023-03-27 18:30 - 19:45, 2023-04-03 18:30 - 19:45, 2023-04-10 18:30 - 19:45, 2023-04-17 18:30 - 19:45, 2023-04-24 18:30 - 19:45 (America/Los_Angeles) | [ONLINE] Overlake Medical Center
Practice easy stretches, postures, guided meditation and breathing exercises in one of these gentle therapeutic yoga classes. Can be done on a chair or on the floor.
To Register, download the Zoom app and then 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.

Meditation Practices for Self-care Thursdays Sponsored by Overlake Medical Center
2023-03-16 16:00 - 17:00, 2023-03-23 16:00 - 17:00
Join us to learn simple ways to quiet the mind and learn how meditation can be beneficial to your overall health. You will learn a variety of meditation techniques that you can easily practice whenever you need it most. Come to one or all classes.
No class 2/16
To Register, download the Zoom app and then 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.

Mindfulness Meditation with the R.A.I.N Technique Sponsored by Overlake Medical Center
2023-03-21 17:30 - 18:30
Everyone experiences challenging emotional states. We don’t always know how to manage these big feelings. R.A.I.N is a is a practice of maintaining awareness of your thoughts and feelings, without judgement. We will practice this simple and profound tool together.
To Register, download the Zoom app and then 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.

Feel More Like You: Beauty Support for Cancer Sponsored by Overlake Medical Center
2023-03-30 11:00 - 12:30
When you’re going through treatment for any type of cancer, the side effects can impact not only how you feel on the inside, but how you see yourself in the mirror. When you look more like yourself, it can help boost your mood and your confidence.
To Register, download the Zoom app and then 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.

Coping with Cancer: Navigating Isolation Sponsored by Overlake Medical Center
2023-04-13 10:00 - 11:00
Many cancer patients experience isolation both physically and emotionally. Come learn ways to get support and feel connected.
To Register, download the Zoom app and then 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.

Living with Cancer Support Group-Day Sponsored by Overlake Medical Center
2023-04-13 10:00 - 12:00, 2023-05-11 10:00 - 12:30, 2023-06-08 10:00 - 12:00
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.
Overlake Hospital Medical Center
Living with Cancer Support Group
Facilitated by Angela Lim, LICSW
2nd Thursday, 10am-12pm
Dates for 2023:
January 12, February 9, March 9, April 13, May 11, June 8, July 13, Aug 10, Sept 14, Oct 12, Nov 9, Dec 14
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 Sept-Dec 2023 Program Season:
Nov 9: Coping with Anxiety with Courtney Zier, MA, LMHC
Dec 14: Coping with Cancer During the Holidays with Mary Ellen Shands, MN, RN

Coping with Cancer: Fall Prevention Sponsored by Overlake Medical Center
2023-04-18 17:30 - 18:30
Falls are one of the top reasons for injury in the home. Come learn what you can do to prevent falls and trips in various parts of your home.
To Register, download the Zoom app and then 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.

SWELL Lymphedema Support Group Sponsored by Overlake Medical Center
2023-04-18 17:30 - 19:00, 2023-05-16 17:30 - 19:00
Talking with others and getting needed support is key to living with lymphedema. Join us for sharing and educational presentations focused on living with this challenging condition. Meetings provide a safe and non-judgmental environment to give and receive support.

Overlake Hospital Medical Center, Cancer Center Conference Room
SWELL Lymphedema Support Group
Facilitated by Basha Brownstein, LICSW
3rd Tuesday, 5:30-7pm NOTE: THIS IS A TIME CHANGE!
Dates for 2023:
Jan 17, Feb 21, Mar 21, Apr 18, May 16, Jun 20, July 18, Aug 15, Sept 19, Oct 17, Nov 21, Dec 19
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 Jan-Apr 2023 Program Season:

March 21: Mindfulness Meditation with the R.A.I.N Technique with Meg Sweeney
April 18: Coping with Cancer: Fall Prevention with De Ann Johnson from Right at Home

Please note that while we are holding our support groups online on Zoom that our Support Group Agreement requires 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.

Restorative Yoga Sponsored by Overlake Medical Center
2023-04-25 10:00 - 11:00
Restorative yoga is a restful practice that is all about slowing down and opening your body through passive stretching.
To Register, download the Zoom app and then 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.

Exercise & Cancer: Gentle Yoga Monday Evenings Sponsored by Overlake Medical Center
2023-05-08 18:30 - 19:45, 2023-05-15 18:30 - 19:45, 2023-05-22 18:30 - 19:45, 2023-06-05 18:30 - 19:45
Practice easy stretches, postures, guided meditation and breathing exercises in one of these gentle therapeutic yoga classes. Open to patients and caregivers.
Class dates: 5/8-6/26 & 7/10-8/21
No class 5/29 & 7/3
To Register, download the Zoom app and then 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.

Exploring Life in Survivorship Through Collage Sponsored by Overlake Medical Center
2023-05-11 10:00 - 11:00
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.
To Register, download the Zoom app and then 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.

Face Yoga Sponsored by Overlake Medical Center
2023-05-16 17:30 - 18:30
Release tension held in the face and practice pranayama breath & meditation. These exercises may improve blood circulation to the face, fostering radiance and a vibrant glow. With your own gentle healing hands, enjoy self-care with intention.
To Register, download the Zoom app and then 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.

Meditation Practices for Self-care Thursdays Sponsored by Overlake Medical Center
2023-05-18 16:00 - 17:00, 2023-05-25 16:00 - 17:00, 2023-06-01 16:00 - 17:00
Join us to learn simple ways to quiet the mind and learn how meditation can be beneficial to your overall health. You will learn a variety of meditation techniques that you can easily practice whenever you need it most. Come to one or all classes.
To Register, download the Zoom app and then CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Class dates: 5/18-6/15 & 6/29-7/27
No class 6/22
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.

Laughter Yoga Series Sponsored by Overlake Medical Center
2023-06-01 09:00 - 09:30, 2023-06-08 09:00 - 09:30
A quick boost of laughter to start and set the tone for your day! Life becomes lighter when you laugh! Boost your mood, energy, health, and sense of playfulness with laughter exercises, deep breathing, and gentle stretches.
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.
