We’re keeping it pretty simple this August as we prepare for the fall. Our Eat the Rainbow program continues through August and into September, while Greatfully Well wraps up in the next week. Most of our monthly groups continue to meet via zoom so that you can join from wherever you are!
Do you have ideas on what you would like to see us offering to support you in your cancer wellness journey? Send Julie an email or give her a call at 336-760-9983!
Find a Printable August Calendar Here!
Cancer Services’ Transitions Program
Transitions is a 4-week program that Cancer Services offers for our community. It is designed to answer “What’s Next?” after cancer treatment.
This program helps survivors:
- decrease worry and anxiety
- improve quality of life
- increase knowledge regarding around physical, mental and social health.
The program is offered to anyone in our community who has recently completed active treatment for cancer and/or a caregiver!
Upcoming Dates:
Virtual Course via Zoom!
Tuesdays, August 10, 17, 24, 31 at 7:30pm
Registration Here!
The focus of this program is to empower survivors and caregivers with the information they need to maximize their health and well-being after cancer. We will cover nutrition, physical activity, emotional recovery and follow-up care.
Expert speakers will include cancer rehabilitation exercise experts, a board certified specialist in oncology nutrition, a licensed mental health professional, a registered nurse and cancer survivors.
Don’t miss it – space is limited.
Having issues registering? Email Lindy or call our office (336-760-9983)!
Join a Wellness Group This Month!
These groups meet each month. For all groups, except Art & Wellness, you can register once and use the same link each month to sign in. Art & Wellness requires you to register for each month you want to attend because we need to prepare supplies for you to pick up ahead of time.
- Art & Wellness Group – Register here!
Meets on the 4th Thursday of the month from 2pm-4pm (8/26).
Visit the Art and Wellness Group web page for more information!
August project is Basket Weaving! - Blood Cancer Wellness Group – Register here!
Meets every fourth Wednesday at 6pm (8/25). Visit the Blood Cancer Wellness Group web page for more information. - Breast Cancer Wellness Group – Register here!
Meets every third Thursday at 12pm (8/19). Visit the Breast Cancer Group web page for more information.
August guest speaker is Sharon Gentry! - GI (Gastrointestinal) Cancer Wellness Group – HYBRID (Attend In-Person or Virtual) STARTING IN JUNE!
Meets every second Tuesday at 6pm (8/10).
Email Julie Pope for group login information. - GYN (Gynecologic) Cancer Wellness Group – HYBRID (Attend In-Person or Virtual) August is a “chit chat night”! Register Here to Attend Virtually!
Meets every first Tuesday at 6pm (8/3). Visit the GYN group web page for more information.
Yoga is great for the body and mind!
Join our local yoga for cancer specialists for one of the following classes coming up:
- Chair Yoga with Sue Evans: Every Tuesday at 5:30pm, brought to you by Wake Forest Baptist Health.
No registration needed, click here to join the class.
Sue Evans, MBA/MHA, RYT500
336-406-7082
suevans002@gmail.com - Yoga for Cancer with Angela Gallagher: Every Wednesday at 9am and 5pm, brought to you by Novant Health.
Join online via facebook: https://www.facebook.com/northjoyyoga
Contact Angela Gallagher for details – NorthJoyYoga@yahoo.com or 414-5942.
Also – be sure to check out all the virtual programs that Hirsh Wellness Network is offering!
Here are two of their upcoming virtual programs we thought you might like to check out!
Taiji-Qigong In Person and Online with Bill Savage – every Monday at 6pm.
The Stitch Club Open Studio Online with Jacqui Mehring and Vanessa McCormick — Aug 31, 1:00 – 2:30 pm
Register Here
Cancer Services is Here to Help!
Be sure you connect with us via Facebook, YouTube, and Instagram!
We are happy to talk with you at 336-760-9983. We are available from 9am – 4pm Monday-Thursday and 9am – 2pm on Fridays.
Is there something we can do to help you?
