Cancer Lifeline

The Neuroscience of Anxiety Sponsored by Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
2024-12-03 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | [ONLINE] Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
Cancer affects our body and the stress of the experience can affect our brains. Join us to gain skills in recognizing your own responses to stress, anxiety and grief and develop evidence-based strategies for coping and thriving.
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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
2024-12-04 11:00 - 12:30, 2024-12-18 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. Through open discussion, we’ll explore what this journey looks like for you. For Patients only.
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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.

Practicing Meditation & Mindfulness Sponsored by Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
2024-12-04 17:30 - 18:30, 2024-12-11 17:30 - 18:30
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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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
2024-12-09 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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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.
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.

Gentle Exercise: Stretch & Strength Sponsored by Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
2024-12-09 13:30 - 14:30, 2024-12-16 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.
*No class 10/28
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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.

Movement & Exercise for Bone Health Sponsored by Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
2024-12-10 10:00 - 11:00, 2024-12-17 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-01-07 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-01-14 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-01-21 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-01-28 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-02-04 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 or connect with us through our Online Lifeline Chat.

Cancer & Creative Expression: Mindfulness through Easy Drawing (Advanced) Sponsored by Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
2024-12-10 16:00 - 17:30
Do you enjoy drawing beautifully structured patterns? We will explore more possibilities with Zentangle© method in this class. Building upon the basics learned in previous mindfulness through easy drawing classes, we may add more colors and materials, learn more involved patterns, or work on a seasonal project. The instructor will guide you through your practice step-by-step.
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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.
Material List:
– a white paper in rectangle shape (e.g. blank greeting card or postcard, sketchbook page, etc.)
– black pen (Sakura Micron 01 or PN recommended)
– graphite pencil
– blending stump
Optionally
– coloring tools that work with your choice of paper (coloring pencils / makers / pens / watercolor pencils, etc)
– gel pens (metallic or glitter colors will add more festivity to your drawing!)
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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: Cancer & Family Dynamics Sponsored by Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
2024-12-11 10:00 - 11:00
Living with cancer can feel like it dominates family life. Learn about how to identify, manage and address relationships in a respectful and empowering way.
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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.

Gentle Exercise: Stretch & Strength Sponsored by Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
2025-01-06 13:30 - 14:30, 2025-01-13 13:30 - 14:30, 2025-01-27 13:30 - 14:30, 2025-02-03 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.
*No Class 1/20 & 2/17
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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: Managing Isolation During the Winter Sponsored by Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
2025-01-08 10:00 - 11:00
We will explore practical ways to cope with the isolation and related sadness that can arise while staying indoors with fewer hours of daylight for extended periods of 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.

Colorectal Support Group Sponsored by Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
2025-01-13 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.
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 or connect with us through our Online Lifeline Chat.

Pancreatic Cancer Support Group: Building Resilience Sponsored by Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
2025-01-14 08:00 - 17:00, 2025-01-14 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.
Facilitated by Kathryn Swingle, MSW, LICSW & Jennifer Bryan, BSN, RN, OCN, Pancreatic Nurse Navigator
Every other Tuesday, 10:00am-11:30am
Currently offered online via Zoom. Call 206-341-0930 to RSVP.

Intro to Dot Journaling Sponsored by Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
2025-01-14 13:00 - 14:30
Dot journaling is a blend of planning & list making using a journal printed on dot grid paper. Join us for an introduction to this fun and creative way of getting and keeping your life organized and better cope with cancer related stressors.
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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
2025-01-15 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
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 or connect with us through our Online Lifeline Chat.

Pancreatic Cancer Caregiver Support Group: "Finding Connection" Sponsored by Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
2025-01-17 14:00 - 15:00
Friday meetings provide educational presentations and a supportive environment to share with others living with pancreatic cancer. Open to caregivers.
Seattle: Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
Facilitated by Kari Hilwig, LICSW
Every other Friday, 2:00pm-3:00pm
Currently offered online via Zoom. Email Kari at thresholdtherapuetic@gmail.com or Call 206-356-8547 to RSVP.

Revamping your Pantry & Fridge for Healthy Eating Sponsored by Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
2025-01-21 11:30 - 13:00
When trying to eat healthier, simple steps are the best steps. Starting in your pantry, with shelf-stable ingredients and a list of multi-purpose items to add to your grocery list, we’ll talk about the foods and recipes that will crowd out the “less healthy” items. In class we’ll talk through a handy acronym for helping you remember to keep those shelves stocked. There will be a few recipes centered on jazzing up beans, nuts, whole grains and even a sweet treat.
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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 in the After: Support for Loss due to Pancreatic Cancer Sponsored by Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
2025-01-27 16:00 - 17:00
Monthly meetings provide a supportive environment to share with those who are experiencing grief & loss due to pancreatic cancer.
Seattle: Virginia Mason Franciscan Health
Facilitated by Kari Hilwig, LICSW
Last Monday of the month, 4:00pm-5:00pm
Currently offered online via Zoom. Email Kari at thresholdtherapuetic@gmail.com or Call 206-356-8547 to RSVP.
