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JANUARY - APRIL 2020 PROGRAM GUIDE
JANUARY - APRIL 2020 PROGRAM GUIDE

   Providing a relaxed
and caring environment
 for supportive services
    for individuals and
   families touched by
     cancer at no cost.

        To register or sign up for classes, workshops, or
      support groups, visit www.StewartsCaringPlace.org.
            2955 West Market Street, Suite R • Akron, Ohio 44333 • 330-836-1772

                   For Now, Forever, Supporting those on the cancer journey.
            Make your contribution today to www.akroncf.org/give/stewartscaringplacefund
JANUARY - APRIL 2020 PROGRAM GUIDE
Save the Dates!
                                                                                                               Easter Party
                                                                                                               Sunday, April 5, 2020
                                                                                                               2:00pm - 4:00pm Stewart’s Caring Place
                                                                                                               Spring is in the air!
                                                                                                               Hop on over to Stewart’s Caring place for some Easter egg games and an egg                 Serving more than 14 counties
                                                                                                               hunt for children of all ages. There will also be a special surprise guest hopping
                                                                                                               in! Snacks and light refreshments will be provided.

                                                                                                                                                                                                    BOARD OF DIRECTORS
                                                                                                                                                                                                    2020
    Serving more than 14 counties
                                    Let’s walk the journey together.
                                                                                                                                                                                                    EXECUTIVE BOARD
                                    Where to Begin                                                                                                                                                  Donna Skoda, President

                                    Stewart’s is your landing place when you or someone you love has
                                                                                                               13th Annual Hope Walk                                                                Joe Hinkle, President-Elect
                                                                                                                                                                                                    Tom Sims, Treasurer
    Holiday Closings                been diagnosed with cancer and you’re not sure where to start.
                                    Appointments are available to help you learn more about services at
                                                                                                               Saturday, May 9, 2020                                                                Harrison Cummins, Secretary
                                                                                                                                                                                                    Jeremy Long, Immediate Past President
Please note, we will be closed      Stewart’s and which community resources would be helpful for you and                                                                                            Mimi Surloff, Founder
                                    your family.
 December 31 - January 1                                                                                                                                                                            BOARD OF DIRECTORS
     for New Year’s                 Hope and compassion can be found at Stewart’s Caring Place.                                                                                                     Todd Bertsch
                                    We strive to be an exemplary resource for needed cancer support                                                                                                 John Borstein
                                    services while being a sustainable community-based organization.                                                                                                Cathy Cole
                                                                                                                                                                                                    Frank Colella
                                    Bring your family and friends.                                                                                                                                  Evelyn DiBello
                                    We want your visit to be relaxing and comfortable. If you have any                                                                                              Richard B. Fry III
                                    questions or concerns, please call us! We encourage you to bring
                                                                                                                                                                                                    Grace Ho
                                    family and friends.
                                                                                                                                                                                                    David Kattan
                                    We’re here to provide guidance. All services are free of charge.                                                                                                Dr. Gilbert D. A. Padula
                                    If you have questions, we’re here to help. Please call us.                                                                                                      Bob Pontius
                                                                                                                                                                                                    Ralph Streza
                                    Resource Library is available Monday - Friday.                                                                                                                  Brenda Spear
                                    Visit our Library for cancer-related books, pamphlets, DVDs, and                                                                                                Theresse Wade
                                    organizational materials to help you keep important documents in order.

                                    Reservations
                                    Reservations help us to prepare for your visit; however, you do not        9:00am - 2:00pm Stewart’s Caring Place
                                    need an appointment to try on wigs or browse our resource library.
                                                                                                               Why we walk
                                    Our Programs                                                               Show support for those who have been touched by cancer. Walk as an
                                    To register for group programs, call 330.836.1772 or visit                 individual or gather a team! Proceeds make it possible to provide free-of-
                                    www.StewartsCaringPlace.org                                                charge support services for individuals and families along their cancer journey.

                                    Our Mission
                                    Stewart’s Caring Place: Cancer Wellness Center’s mission is to provide a
                                    caring, relaxed environment offering supportive services and programs                     Please call 330.836.1772 for offline registration.
                                    for individuals and families on their cancer journey.                              2955 W. Market Street, Suite R • Akron, OH 44333
        330.836.1772
   StewartsCaringPlace.org                                                                                            For Now, Forever, Supporting those on the cancer journey.                     Stewart’s is a United Way affiliate
                                                                                                               Make your contribution today to www.akroncf.org/give/stewartscaringplacefund
January                                          2020

           MONDAY                           TUESDAY                     WEDNESDAY                          THURSDAY                         FRIDAY

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                                                                 NEW YEAR’S DAY HOLIDAY           Spirituality & Cancer Support
                                                                 CLOSED                           9:30 AM – 11:00 AM

                                                                                                  Yoga
                                                                                                  6:00 PM – 7:00 PM

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 Gentle Strength Bodywork         Yoga                           CAM & Cancer: Show Me Proof!     Mindfulness and Meditation
 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM                9:00 AM – 10:00 AM             Webinar 12:00 PM                 Support Group
                                                                                                  9:30 AM – 11:00 AM
 Qigong                                                          Gentle Strength Bodywork
 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM                                               4:00 PM – 5:00 PM                Yoga
                                                                                                  6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
                                                                 Tai Chi 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM

                                                                 Lung Cancer Support Group
                                                                 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM

                                                                 Prostate Cancer & Education
                                                                 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM

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 Gentle Strength Bodywork         Yoga                           Chair Yoga 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM   Spirituality & Cancer Support
 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM                9:00 AM – 10:00 AM                                              9:30 AM – 11:00 AM
                                                                 Clinical Trials: 101 Webinar
 Qigong 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM         Breast Cancer Support Group    12:00 PM                         Yoga
                                  6:00 PM – 7:00 PM                                               6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
 Questions Are the Answer:                                       Gentle Strength Bodywork
 Strategies for Making the Most                                  4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
 of Your Doctor Visits 6:00 PM

 Caregiver Support Group                                         Tai Chi                          Essential Oils Series:
 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM                                               5:00 PM – 6:00 PM                I’m So Sleepy
                                                                                                  6:00 PM

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 School’s Out Pajama Day          Yoga                           Gentle Strength Bodywork         Mindfulness and Meditation      Building a Stronger Relationship
 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM               9:00 AM – 10:00 AM             4:00 PM – 5:00 PM                Support Group                   With Your Partner after a Cancer
                                                                                                  9:30 AM – 11:00 AM              Diagnosis Webinar
 Gentle Strength Bodywork         Self-Care: A Way of Life       Tai Chi                                                          11:00 AM
 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM                5:00 PM                        5:00 PM – 6:00 PM                Yoga
                                                                                                  6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
 Qigong 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM         GYN ONC Support Group
                                  5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
 Coping with Cancer
 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM

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 Gentle Strength Bodywork         Yoga                           Talking With Our Children        Yoga
 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM                9:00 AM – 10:00 AM             Webinar                          6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
                                                                 12:00 PM
 Qigong                           Breast Cancer Support Group
 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM                6:00 PM – 7:00 PM              Gentle Strength Bodywork
                                                                 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
 Grief and Loss Support Group
 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM                                               Tai Chi
                                                                 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM

                                                                                                                                          SATURDAY
Resource Library:
Available Monday – Friday                                                                                                         11
                                                                                                                                  Introductory Workshop
Food Pantry:                                                                                                                      for Qigong
Available Upon Request                                                                                                            9:30 AM

                                                For Now, Forever, Supporting those on the cancer journey.
                                         Make your contribution today to www.akroncf.org/give/stewartscaringplacefund

                                  2955 West Market Street, Suite R • Akron, Ohio 44333 • 330-836-1772
                                                             StewartsCaringPlace.org
February                                                 2020

           MONDAY                        TUESDAY                     WEDNESDAY                             THURSDAY                               FRIDAY

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 Gentle Strength Bodywork       Yoga                          Chair Yoga 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM      Spirituality & Cancer Support        Feel Good Fridays
 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM              9:00 AM – 10:00 AM                                                9:30 AM – 11:00 AM                   11:00 AM
                                                              Working Through Treatment
 Qigong                                                       Webinar 12:00 PM                    Yoga
 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM                                                                                6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
                                                              Gentle Strength Bodywork
 Coping with Cancer                                           4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
                                                              Tai Chi 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM

                                                              Lung Cancer Support Group
                                                              6:00 PM – 7:30 PM

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 Gentle Strength Bodywork       Yoga                          Managing Long-Term Stress           Mindfulness and Meditation
 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM              9:00 AM – 10:00 AM            Webinar 12:00 PM                    Support Group
                                                                                                  9:30 AM – 11:00 AM
 Qigong                         Breast Cancer Support Group   Gentle Strength Bodywork
 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM              6:00 PM – 7:00 PM             4:00 PM – 5:00 PM                   Yoga
                                                                                                  6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
 Caregiver Support Group                                      Tai Chi
 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM                                            5:00 PM – 6:00 PM                   Have a Laugh: For the Health of It
                                                                                                  6:00 PM
                                                              Prostate Cancer & Education
                                                              7:00 PM – 8:30 PM

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 Gentle Strength Bodywork       Yoga                          Chair Yoga 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM      Spirituality & Cancer Support
 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM              9:00 AM – 10:00 AM                                                9:30 AM – 11:00 AM
                                                              Precision Medicine: The Future of
 Qigong                         GYN ONC Support Group         Personalizing Cancer Care           BeautyCounter
 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM              5:00 PM – 6:00 PM             Webinar 12:00 PM                    6:00 PM

 Coping with Cancer             Scarf-Tying Workshop          Gentle Strength Bodywork            Yoga
 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM              5:30 PM                       4:00 PM – 5:00 PM                   6:00 PM – 7:00 PM

                                                              Tai Chi
                                                              5:00 PM – 6:00 PM

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 Gentle Strength Bodywork       Yoga                          Coping with Common Side             Mindfulness and Meditation           Just For You
 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM              9:00 AM – 10:00 AM            Effects: Hormone Therapy Side       Support Group                        10:00 AM
                                                              Effects Webinar 12:00 PM            9:30 AM – 11:00 AM
 Qigong                         Breast Cancer Support Group
 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM              6:00 PM – 7:00 PM             Gentle Strength Bodywork            Yoga
                                                              4:00 PM – 5:00 PM                   6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
 Q & A with Attorneys At Law
 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM                                            Tai Chi
                                                              5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
 Grief and Loss Support Group
 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM

                                                                                                                                                 SUNDAY
Resource Library:
Available Monday – Friday                                                                                                              9
                                                                                                                                       Valentine’s Day Party
Food Pantry:                                                                                                                           2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Available Upon Request

                                             For Now, Forever, Supporting those on the cancer journey.
                                      Make your contribution today to www.akroncf.org/give/stewartscaringplacefund

                                2955 West Market Street, Suite R • Akron, Ohio 44333 • 330-836-1772
                                                         StewartsCaringPlace.org
March                                     2020

           MONDAY                        TUESDAY                      WEDNESDAY                           THURSDAY                           FRIDAY

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 Gentle Strength Bodywork       Yoga                          Chair Yoga 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM      Spirituality & Cancer Support   Coping with Anxiety &
 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM              9:00 AM – 10:00 AM                                                9:30 AM – 11:00 AM              Depression Webinar
                                                              Gentle Strength Bodywork                                            11:00 AM
 Qigong                                                       4:00 PM – 5:00 PM                   Yoga
 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM                                                                                6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
                                                              Tai Chi
 Coping with Cancer                                           5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
                                                              Lung Cancer Support Group
                                                              6:00 PM – 7:30 PM

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 Gentle Strength Bodywork       Yoga                          Tips to Reducing Cost of Care       Mindfulness and Meditation
 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM              9:00 AM – 10:00 AM            Webinar 12:00 PM                    Support Group
                                                                                                  9:30 AM – 11:00 AM
 Qigong                         Breast Cancer Support Group   Gentle Strength Bodywork
 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM              6:00 PM – 7:00 PM             4:00 PM – 5:00 PM                   Yoga
                                                                                                  6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
 Caring for Others While                                      Tai Chi 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
 Caring for Yourself
 6:00 PM                                                      Spiritual Care at End of Life
                                                              5:30 PM
 Caregiver Support Group
 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM                                            Prostate Cancer & Education
                                                              7:00 PM – 8:30 PM

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 Gentle Strength Bodywork       Yoga                          Chair Yoga 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM      Spirituality & Cancer Support   Feel Good Fridays
 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM              9:00 AM – 10:00 AM                                                9:30 AM – 11:00 AM              11:00 AM
                                                              Gentle Strength Bodywork
 Qigong 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM       GYN ONC Support Group         4:00 PM – 5:00 PM                   Yin Yoga                        Cancer Nutrition Tips & Truths
                                5:00 PM – 6:00 PM                                                 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM               Webinar
 Coping with Cancer                                           Tai Chi                                                             11:00 AM
 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM                                            5:00 PM – 6:00 PM

 Essential Oils Series:
 Green Cleaning 6:00 PM

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 Gentle Strength Bodywork       Yoga                          Strategies for Eating Well on the   Mindfulness and Meditation
 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM              9:00 AM – 10:00 AM            Job Webinar                         Support Group
                                                              12:00 PM                            9:30 AM – 11:00 AM
 Qigong                         Breast Cancer Support Group
 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM              6:00 PM – 7:00 PM             Gentle Strength Bodywork            Yoga
                                                              4:00 PM – 5:00 PM                   6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
 Grief and Loss Support Group
 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM                                            Tai Chi
                                                              5:00 PM – 6:00 PM

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 Gentle Strength Bodywork       Yoga
 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM              9:00 AM – 10:00 AM

 Qigong
 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM

                                                                                                            SUNDAY                           SUNDAY
Resource Library:
Available Monday – Friday                                                                         15                              29
                                                                                                  Create a Family Meal            Spring Looks with Sephora
Food Pantry:                                                                                      2:00 PM – 4:00 PM               Brave Beauty
Available Upon Request                                                                                                            6:30 PM

For Now, Forever, Supporting those on the cancer journey.
Make your contribution today to www.akroncf.org/give/stewartscaringplacefund

                                2955 West Market Street, Suite R • Akron, Ohio 44333 • 330-836-1772
                                                         StewartsCaringPlace.org
April                          2020

           MONDAY                        TUESDAY                     WEDNESDAY                         THURSDAY                             FRIDAY

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                                                              Chair Yoga 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM   Spirituality & Cancer Support     Hustle for the Hope Walk
                                                                                               9:30 AM – 11:00 AM                10:00 AM
                                                              Gentle Strength Bodywork
                                                              4:00 PM – 5:00 PM                Yoga                              Staying Healthy After Cancer:
                                                                                               6:00 PM – 7:00 PM                 Behaviors you can adopt to
                                                              Tai Chi                                                            improve your health Webinar
                                                              5:00 PM – 6:00 PM                                                  11:00 AM

                                                              Lung Cancer Support Group                                          Hula Hoop Workshop
                                                              6:00 PM – 7:30 PM                                                  12:00 PM

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 Gentle Strength Bodywork       Yoga                          Don’t Drown in Medical Debt      Mindfulness and Meditation        Hustle for the Hope Walk
 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM              9:00 AM – 10:00 AM            Webinar                          Support Group                     10:00 AM
                                                              12:00 PM                         9:30 AM – 11:00 AM
 Qigong
 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM                                            Gentle Strength Bodywork         Yoga
                                                              4:00 PM – 5:00 PM                6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
 Coping with Cancer
 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM                                            Tai Chi
                                                              5:00 PM – 6:00 PM

                                                              Prostate Cancer & Education
                                                              7:00 PM – 8:30 PM

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 Gentle Strength Bodywork       Yoga                          Chair Yoga 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM   Spirituality & Cancer Support     Hustle for the Hope Walk
 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM              9:00 AM – 10:00 AM                                             9:30 AM – 11:00 AM                10:00 AM
                                                              Will Melanoma Come Back?
 Qigong                         Breast Cancer Support Group   Webinar                          Yoga
 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM              6:00 PM – 7:00 PM             11:00 AM                         6:00 PM – 7:00 PM

 Caregiver Support Group                                      Gentle Strength Bodywork         Color Street Nails Workshop
 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM                                            4:00 PM – 5:00 PM                6:00 PM

                                                              Tai Chi
                                                              5:00 PM – 6:00 PM

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 Gentle Strength Bodywork       Yoga                          You and Your Body: Cancer,       Mindfulness and Meditation        Hustle for the Hope Walk
 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM              9:00 AM – 10:00 AM            Intimacy and Sexuality Webinar   Support Group                     10:00 AM
                                                              12:00 PM                         9:30 AM – 11:00 AM
 Qigong                         GYN ONC Support Group
 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM              5:00 PM – 6:00 PM             Gentle Strength Bodywork         Yoga
                                                              4:00 PM – 5:00 PM                6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
 Coping with Cancer
 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM                                            Tai Chi                          Being a Caregiver: Steadfast or
                                                              5:00 PM – 6:00 PM                Stressed
                                                                                               6:00 PM

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 Gentle Strength Bodywork       Yoga                          Creative Financial Solutions:    Yoga
 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM              9:00 AM – 10:00 AM            Thinking Outside the Box         6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
                                                              Webinar
 Qigong                         Breast Cancer Support Group   11:00 AM
 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM              6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
                                                              Gentle Strength Bodywork
 Grief and Loss Support Group                                 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
                                                              Tai Chi
 BFFs With Your Bra                                           5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
 6:00 PM

                                                                                                                                           SUNDAY
Resource Library:
Available Monday – Friday                                                                                                        5
                                                                                                                                 Easter Party
Food Pantry:                                                                                                                     2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Available Upon Request

                                             For Now, Forever, Supporting those on the cancer journey.
                                      Make your contribution today to www.akroncf.org/give/stewartscaringplacefund

                                2955 West Market Street, Suite R • Akron, Ohio 44333 • 330-836-1772
                                                         StewartsCaringPlace.org
Webinars*                                                         Managing Long-Term Stress
                                                                  Wednesday, February 12, 2020 at 12:00 PM
                                                                                                                                      Strategies for Eating Well on the Job
                                                                                                                                      Wednesday, March 25, 2020 12:00 PM
                                                                                                                                                                                                         Group Programs*                                                     By Appointment
These online videos are accessible for you
to watch in the comfort of your own home
                                                                  In this webinar, we will help you think about your priorities       Maintaining a balanced diet while juggling work and cancer is
                                                                                                                                                                                                         Gentle Strength Bodywork                                            One-on-one services are available by appointment.
                                                                  and how you can balance your job, family and own well-being         often key for keeping up energy levels, managing symptoms                                                                              Please call 330.836.1772 or visit www. StewartsCaringPlace.org
at a time that’s convenient for you by                            to avoid letting stress get the best of you. Discussion will        at work and feeling better overall. This session explores some
                                                                                                                                                                                                         Every Monday and Wednesday
visiting the provided link.                                       include how to: preserve what is most important to you during       of the unique nutritional needs of working cancer survivors        4:00 PM – 5:00 PM                                                   to reserve a session.
                                                                  and after your treatment, identify tools to help you maintain       and practical solutions for health eating during the workday.      Participants use light hand weights to help regain muscle tone
Complementary and Alternative                                     your best performance at work, stay in control of your work         Presented by Suzanne Gerdes, MS, RD, CDN, Clinical Outpatient      and energy. Participants may stand or remain seated during
Medicine (CAM) & Cancer: Show Me                                  and your life, and set reasonable boundaries at work and            Dietitian-Nutritionist, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center,    exercises. Appropriate for all fitness levels.
Proof!
Wednesday, January 8, 2020 at 12:00 PM
                                                                  express them professionally. Presented by Cancer & Careers.
                                                                  https://www.cancerandcareers.org/en/
                                                                                                                                      and Holly Mills, MS, RD, CSO, Oncology Dietitian, John Theurer
                                                                                                                                      Cancer Center at Hackensack University Medical Center.             Tai Chi                                                             Health and                                                        Integrative Care*
According to the National Cancer Institute, “Complementary
and Alternative Medicine (CAM) is the term for medical
                                                                  community/events/webinar-stress                                     Presented by Cancer & Careers.                                     Every Wednesday
                                                                                                                                                                                                         5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             Wellness*                                                         Arm & Hand Massage
                                                                                                                                      https://www.cancerandcareers.org/en/                                                                                                                                                                     Enjoy a calming light massage of the arms, shoulders and
products and practices that are not part of standard medical      Precision Medicine: The Future of                                   community/videos/bwc/eatingwell                                    Tai Chi uses gentle flowing movements to reduce stress and          Wig and Beauty Room                                               hands to alleviate stress and tension.
care. CAM for cancer care involves the patient’s mind, body,      Personalizing Cancer Care                                                                                                              improve your balance, flexibility, and health. Bring soft shoes     Our beauty room offers free wigs, hats and scarves. Please call
and spirit, and includes multidisciplinary approaches.” During    Wednesday, February 19, 2020 at 12:00 PM                            Staying Healthy After Cancer:                                      and wear comfortable clothing.                                      to schedule an appointment. Family and friends are welcome.        Note: this program is reserved for
this session, we will learn about the risks and benefits of 5     This webinar will address some of the most common questions         Behaviors you can adopt to improve                                                                                                                                                                        participants actively receiving cancer
CAM practices for those in active cancer treatment. Presented     around precision medicine: What it is, how does it relate to        your health                                                        Yoga                                                                Individual & Family Counseling                                     treatment only. Limit: 2 per year.
by TriageCancer.org.                                              cancer, and what impact will precision medicine have on your        Friday, April 3, 2020 at 11:00 AM                                  Every Tuesday                                                       Stewart’s offers short-term counseling sessions for adult
https://vimeo.com/254412801                                       cancer treatment or that of your loved ones? Presented by           We know that over half of cancers are preventable, but             9:00 AM – 10:00 AM                                                  individuals, couples, and families. 60-minute sessions. Please    Essential Oils Consultation
                                                                                                                                      making healthy choices has importance after diagnosis too. Dr.                                                                         call to schedule an appointment in advance.                       Learn about the properties of essential oils and how they may
                                                                  TriageCancer.org.                                                                                                                      Every Thursday
Clinical Trials: 101                                                                                                                  Kathleen Y. Wolin, Sc.D., FACSM, reviews the scientific evidence                                                                                                                                         help promote feelings of calmness and relaxation though
                                                                  https://vimeo.com/254413096
Wednesday, January 15, 2020 at 12:00 PM                                                                                                                                                                  6:00 PM – 7:00 PM                                                                                                                     infusers and touch.
                                                                                                                                      for what behaviors you can choose during and after treatment                                                                           Nutrition Consultations
                                                                                                                                                                                                         A relaxed, fun yoga class for all ages and experience levels. Our
Clinical trials give us medical advances. This webinar will       Coping with Common Side Effects:                                    for your best health. Presented by TriageCancer.org.                                                                                   These individualized sessions with a registered dietitian can
provide tips on how to find clinical trials, dispel common        Hormone Therapy Side Effects                                        https://www.youtube.com/
                                                                                                                                                                                                         yoga instructors specialize in gentle yoga practice for those
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             address issues such as loss of appetite, taste changes, weight    Focused Relaxation
myths, and explain insurance coverage for clinical trials.                                                                                                                                               that are receiving treatment. Please bring a yoga mat.                                                                                These one-on-one guided imagery sessions encourage
                                                                  Wednesday, February 26, 2020 at 12:00 PM                            watch?v=spIuQWZIYeU&feature=youtu.be                                                                                                   gain or loss, meal plans, and food preparation.
Presented by TriageCancer.org.                                                                                                                                                                           If needed, a mat can be provided.                                                                                                     relaxation and are especially helpful when fatigued or
                                                                  This webinar discusses common side effects associated with
https://vimeo.com/258143013                                                                                                           Don’t Drown in Medical Debt                                                                                                                                                                              experiencing nausea. Essential oils are available to enhance
                                                                  hormone therapies that include but are not limited to: hot
                                                                  flashes, memory problems, bone loss, sleep disturbances,            Wednesday, April 8, 2020 at 12:00 PM
                                                                                                                                                                                                         Chair Yoga
                                                                                                                                                                                                         Wednesdays: January 15, February 5,
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             Financial Help*                                                   your session.
Building a Stronger Relationship With                             fatigue, and body images.                                           Medical debt can have wide-ranging consequences that
Your Partner after a Cancer Diagnosis                                                                                                                                                                    February 19, March 4, March 18,                                     Bankruptcy Consultations                                          Foot Reflexology
                                                                  https://www.cancersupportcommunity.org/                             negatively affect your credit and your future. In this Webinar,
Friday, January 24, 2020 at 11:00 AM                                                                                                                                                                     April 1, April 15                                                   Bankruptcy consultations will help with answering questions       The ancient art of reflexology utilizes pressure applied to reflex
                                                                  frankly-speaking-about-cancer-webinars                              Monica Bryant, Esq., COO at Triage Cancer will share strategies
Relationships can a lot of work, even without a cancer                                                                                                                                                   10:00 AM – 11:00 AM                                                 on filing and education.                                          points on the feet, which correspond to various body parts,
                                                                                                                                      to: avoid medical debt before you find yourself in over your
diagnosis. Learn how to navigate a relationship with your                                                                                                                                                Chair yoga is a gentle type of yoga done while seated. This                                                                           and helps stimulate the body’s healing process.
                                                                  Coping with Anxiety & Depression                                    head, reduce medical debt once it starts to add up, and
partner after these changes in your life. Hear about the unique   Friday, March 6, 2020 at 11:00 AM                                   shift and prioritize your regular expenses. Presented by           program is especially appropriate for individuals looking to        Debt Management Consultations                                      Note: this program is reserved for
needs of partners facing cancer together as well as what tools                                                                        TriageCancer.org.                                                  increase flexibility and range of motion without performing         Learn about debt resolution strategies during a comprehensive      participants actively receiving cancer
                                                                  Topics that are discussed is this webinar include: disease
and tips are most helpful to build a stronger relationship                                                                            https://www.youtube.com/                                           complicated poses. All levels welcome.                              family budget review.                                              treatment only. Limit 2 visits per year.
                                                                  treatment and the social and emotional side effects, distress,
during a difficult time. Presented by TriageCancer.org.           diagnosing depression and anxiety, as well as treatment             watch?v=rHL6RvgF6Fs&feature=youtu.be
https://vimeo.com/254412037                                       options. Presented by Cancer Support Community.                                                                                        Qigong                                                              Financial Planning Consultations                                  Massage Therapy
                                                                                                                                      Will Melanoma Come Back?                                           Every Monday                                                        These one-hour sessions help address your 401k options,           Fully clothed individual massages that assist those who are
                                                                  https://www.cancersupportcommunity.org/
Talking With Our Children                                                                                                             Wednesday April 15, 2020 at 11:00 AM                               5:00 PM- 6:00 PM                                                    insurance information, retirement goals, and investments.         currently in treatment with pain reduction and relaxation.
                                                                  frankly-speaking-about-cancer-webinars
Wednesday, January 29, 2020 at 12:00 PM                                                                                               In this webinar, the speaker discusses melanoma: what it is,       Join us for Qigong, a mind-body-spirit practice that improes                                                                          Essential oils are available to enhance your session.
If you or someone you know has been diagnosed with cancer,        Tips to Reducing Cost of Care                                       treatment, how to prevent reoccurrence, as well as common          one’s mental and physical health by integrating posture,            Insurance Consultations
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             Independent Licensed Insurance Broker Bonnie Victor is             Note: this program is reserved for
one of your first thoughts may be: How do I tell the children?    Wednesday, March 11, 2020 at 12:00 PM                               questions regarding melanoma. Presented by Cancer Support          movement, breathing technique, sound, and focused intent.                                                                              participants actively receiving cancer
Children are very sensitive to what is happening around them.                                                                                                                                                                                                                available to answer questions related to health insurance,
                                                                  Dealing with a cancer diagnosis can bring on several                Community.                                                                                                                                                                                                treatment only. Limit 2 visits per year.
They can sense when something is wrong and the adults they                                                                                                                                                                                                                   Medicare planning, long-term care insurance, and life
                                                                  unexpected expenses. Watch the webinar, Frankly Speaking            https://www.cancersupportcommunity.org/
love aren’t talking to them about it. Not telling a child what                                                                                                                                                                                                               insurance.
                                                                  About Cancer: Tips for Reducing Cost of Care, to learn more         frankly-speaking-about-cancer-webinars                                                                                                                                                                   Mini Facial
the family is facing leaves them to imagine situations that       about how you can manage these costs. You will hear from                                                                                                                                                                                                                     Enjoy a relaxing, cleansing facial with hot towels and gentle
are often worse than things really are. Not being able to talk                                                                        You and Your Body: Cancer, Intimacy                                                                                                    Social Security & Disability
                                                                  a financial counselor and a consultant well versed in how                                                                                                                                                  Consultations                                                     massage.
about their concerns can leave them feeling isolated, alone,      practices can best support patients. This webinar includes          and Sexuality
sad or worried. Presented by TriageCancer.org.                                                                                                                                                                                                                               Receive consults and advice for individuals who are seeking        Note: this program is reserved for
                                                                  both a slide presentation and Q&A session with the speakers.        Wednesday, April 22, 2020 12:00 PM
https://www.cancersupportcommunity.org/                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      information about Social Security. Support persons are             participants actively receiving cancer
                                                                  Presented by Cancer Support Community.                              This webinar will explore how cancer diagnosis and
talking-kids-teens-about-cancer                                                                                                                                                                                                                                              encouraged to attend.                                              treatment only. Limit 2 visits per year.
                                                                  https://www.cancersupportcommunity.org/                             treatments affect intimacy, body image and sexual function.
                                                                  events/tips-reducing-cost-care-webinar                              Learn about sexual response; how cancer treatment impacts                                                                              Wills, Trusts, and Estate Planning                                Reiki
Working Through Treatment                                                                                                             sexual response; and lots of tools to build bridges back to                                                                            Consultations                                                     A Japanese energy-healing modality used to reduce stress,
Wednesday, February 5, 2020 at 12:00 PM                           Cancer Nutrition Tips & Truths                                      intimacy and sexual pleasure.                                                                                                          Receive assistance with estate planning, living wills, wills,     increase relaxation, and promote health through touch.
Once you have decided to work through treatment, it is            Friday, March 20, 2020 at 11:00 AM                                  Presented by TriageCancer.org.                                                                                                         medical power of attorney, and trusts.                            Sessions are administered while the clothed participant
important to create a plan and think through the various          In this session, we will cover topics including popular nutrition   https://vimeo.com/254411161                                                                                                                                                                              lies on a table. 30-minute and 45-minute sessions available.
steps that you can take to make the process as smooth as          myths, 5 core truths about nutrition and cancer, nutrition tips
possible. The webinar will cover: What and whom to tell when      for managing side effects, and what to eat for optimal well-        Creative Financial Solutions: Thinking
disclosing a cancer diagnosis in the workplace, workplace laws    being for cancer survivors during and after treatment. Get          Outside the Box
that protect patients at both the federal and state levels and    your questions answered as Julie coaches you through facts,         Wednesday April 29, at 11:00 AM
how to use them, how to arrange reasonable accommodations         truths and practical methods to decide what’s right for you!        This webinar addresses financial factors, such as employment
in the workplace under the ADA, and practical strategies to       Presented by TriageCancer.org.                                      changes, life changes, and health insurance status. The
manage treatment side effects and modify their schedule in        https://vimeo.com/255122722                                         speaker also discusses how to keep your finances and credit
the workplace. Presented by Cancer & Careers.                                                                                         updated and how to create and keep your budget.
https://www.cancerandcareers.org/en/                                                                                                  Presented by TriageCancer.org.
community/events/webinar-treatment                                                                                                    https://vimeo.com/258884577
                                                                                                                                                                                                                          To register, visit www.StewartsCaringPlace.org. For offline registration, please call 330.836.1772.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                  *Registration requested for ALL classes, workshops or support groups.
Community,                                                        BeautyCounter
                                                                  Thursday, February 20, 2020 at 6:00 PM
                                                                                                                                      Being a Caregiver: Steadfast or
                                                                                                                                      Stressed                                                          Caregiver Support                                               Mindfulness and Meditation
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Support Group
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Gynecologic Oncology Support Group
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        Tuesdays: January 21, February 18,
Workshops &                                                       Spring is here and we want to make sure that we feel
                                                                  confident and beautiful for bright upcoming season. Come
                                                                                                                                      Thursday, April 23, 2020 at 6:00 PM
                                                                                                                                      Learn how planning ahead, using relaxation techniques and
                                                                                                                                                                                                        & Support Groups*                                               Thursdays: January 9, January 23,
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        February 13, February 27, March 12,
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        March 17, April 21
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Presentations*                                                    enjoy some light snacks and refreshments while we learn             taking advantage of supportive fatigue, and identify tips for     For any guest accompanying you,                                 March 26, April 9, April 23                                     Finding support among other women with ovarian, cervical,
                                                                  about the best ways to pamper ourselves.                            self-care to reduce compassion fatigue.                           refreshments will be provided in a separate                     9:30 AM – 11:00 AM                                              and other female-specific cancers can be an important part of
Introductory Workshop for Qigong                                                                                                      Presented by Hospice of the Western Reserve.                                                                                      This group will explore the spiritual, emotional or physical    the survivorship process. Facilitated once a month, this group
                                                                                                                                                                                                        area for them to converse during the
Saturday, January 11, 2020 at 9:30 AM                             Q & A with Attorneys At Law                                                                                                                                                                           concerns and needs of participants to develop daily             is dedicated to supporting other women through their journey
                                                                                                                                      BFFs With Your Bra                                                following support groups.
This workshop provides an informational session that will         Monday, February 24, 2020 at 6:00 PM                                                                                                                                                                  meditations. Group members can expect to experience the         with gynecologic cancer.
review the basic skills of Qigong. Qigong is a mind-body-spirit   Come join us for an open floor session where Gertz & Rosen          Monday, April 27, 2020 at 6:00 PM                                                                                                 power of group meditation as we explore and utilize a variety
practice that improves one’s mental and physical health by        will be available to answer any questions you may have.             It is a constant struggle to find the perfect bra but with some   Spirituality & Cancer Support Group                             of practices.                                                   Grief and Loss Support Group
integrating posture, movement, breathing techniques, sound,                                                                           tips and tricks, it can be easy and stress free! You can bring    Thursdays: January 2, January 16,                                                                                               Mondays: January 27, February 24,
and focused intent.                                               Just For You                                                        along your BFF and relax with us while we learn about what to     February 6, February 20, March 5,                               Caregiver Support Group                                         March 23, April 27
                                                                  Friday, February 28, 2020 at 10:00 AM                               look for in a bra. This workshop is intended for all.             March 19, April 2, April 16                                     Mondays: January 13, February 10,                               6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Questions Are the Answer:                                         Relax and enjoy a day of pampering which includes                                                                                     9:30 AM – 11:00 AM                                              March 9, April 13                                               An ongoing support group for adults who have lost a loved
Strategies for Making the Most                                    customized skin care recommendations from Rodan + Fields,                                                                             This group is open for those who are interested in exploring    6:00 PM- 7:30 PM                                                one to cancer. This group will provide participants time to
of Your Doctor Visits
Monday, January 13, 2020 at 6:00 PM
                                                                  hand treatments and a 10-minute chair massage.
                                                                                                                                      Family & Youth                                                    and talking about spiritual issues and how they relate to
                                                                                                                                                                                                        coping with cancer.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        This group provides emotional support and education for
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        those helping someone with cancer.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        share with others and to be surrounded with a supportive
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                        environment.
In this program you will learn the importance of being an
active member of your healthcare team, identify ways to get
                                                                  Caring for Others While Caring
                                                                  for Yourself
                                                                                                                                      Programs*                                                         Lung Cancer Support Group                                       Breast Cancer Support Group
organize for your doctor visits and what questions to ask to      Monday, March 9, 2020 at 6:00 PM                                    January - April                                                   Wednesdays: January 8, February 5,                              Tuesdays: January 14, January 28,
ensure the best possible outcome.                                 In this program we will define compassion fatigue, recognize        Family Programs                                                   March 4, April 1                                                February 11, February 25, March 10,
Presented by Hospice of the Western Reserve.                      the symptoms of compassion fatigue, and identify tips for                                                                             6:00 PM – 7:30 PM                                               March 24, April 14, April 28
                                                                  self-care to reduce compassion fatigue.                             School’s Out Pajama Day                                           Join us for this monthly group to receive support, education,
Essential Oils                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                          6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
                                                                  Presented by Hospice of the Western Reserve.                        Monday, January 20, 2020                                          and to have your questions about lung cancer answered.          The Breast Cancer Support Group is for newly diagnosed
Thursday, January 16, 2020 and Monday,                                                                                                9:00 AM – 12:00 PM                                                Patients and caregivers welcome.                                individuals, those in treatment, and those who have
March 16, 2020 at 6:00 PM                                         Spiritual Care at End of Life                                       Roll out of bed and come to Stewart’s in your cozy-wear to                                                                        completed treatment. This group provides a warm community
January– “I’m so Sleepy” This class discusses methods to help     Wednesday, March 11, 2020 at 5:30 PM                                spend the morning with friends! We will be relaxing and           Prostate Cancer Support &                                       of education, emotional support, and a time to share your
reach restful sleep and relaxation.                               One-hour session / 1 CE                                             watching the movie Ice Age, creating wintertime tasty treats,     Education Group                                                 concerns.
March– “Green Cleaning” Come learn more about getting             The participant will broaden their understanding of the role        and playing life-sized games. Snacks and light refreshments       Wednesdays, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
hands-on with doTerra Essential Oils and Green Cleaning           of spiritual care at end of life. It illustrates how each hospice   will be provided. Registration is required.                       January 8: Todd Breaux, MD                                      Coping with Cancer
methods. Rid your home and workplace of toxic chemicals and       patient and their family are faced with significant spiritual                                                                         Feb 12: Ray Bologna, MD                                         Mondays: January 20, February 3,
learn how to make effective and safe cleaning products. There     questions when confronted with a life-threatening illness           Valentine’s Day Party                                             March 11: Jay Krishnana, DO                                     February 17, March 2, March 16,
are many reasons to go natural with your cleaning methods.        and how spiritual interventions are used to help develop the
                                                                                                                                      Sunday, February 9, 2020                                          April 8: Neel Parekh, MD                                        April 6, April 20
This class will teach you about essential oils, how they kill     dying individual’s awareness of and connectedness to their
                                                                                                                                      2:00 PM – 4:00 PM                                                 This group provides education and promotes emotional            6:00 PM – 7:00 PM
bacteria and are antimicrobial without all of the dangerous       expressed beliefs in a manner that enhances their sense of
                                                                                                                                      Come join us here at Stewart’s Caring Place to create             support to assist in the prostate cancer recovery process.      This group is open for individuals diagnosed with any type
side effects from everyday household cleaning supplies.           meaning and purpose. Presented by Great Lakes Caring.
                                                                                                                                      valentines crafts and spend time with friends. Crafting           Support persons are also encouraged to attend.                  of cancer who are interested in meeting others for mutual
What’s under your sink?
                                                                  Spring Looks with                                                   materials and light refreshments will be provided.                                                                                support on their journey.
Self-Care: A Way of Life                                          Sephora Brave Beauty
                                                                                                                                      Create a Family Meal
Tuesday, January 21, 2020 at 5:00 PM                              Sunday, March 29, 2020 at 6:30 PM
                                                                  Join us at SEPHORA in Summit Mall after hours for an exclusive      Sunday, March 15, 2020
Join us for this informational session as we discuss various
ways to improve the care of yourself.                             event to see what looks are popular for spring with make-up         2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
                                                                  trends and skin-care. Reservations are requested as space is        Join us, as we will be creatively assembling their own dinners
Presented by Great Lakes Caring
                                                                  limited. SEPHORA | 3264 W. Market St. Fairlawn, OH 44333            with baked potato and salad making stations. We invite you to
Feel Good Fridays                                                                                                                     bring a family recipe (or two) to share, as we will be putting
                                                                  Hula Hoop Workshop                                                  together a cookbook created by our Stewart’s Caring Place
Fridays: February 7, 2020 and March 20,
                                                                  Friday, April 3, 2020 at 12:00 PM                                   families themselves.
2020 at 11:00 AM
An opportunity to DIY and tap into your creative side while       Join us as we shake our Hula Hoops and groove in this fun-
                                                                  filled exercise class!                                              Easter Party
spending time with friends. Materials provided.
                                                                                                                                      Sunday, April 5, 2020
February– Come get cozy at Stewart’s for a feel-good movie
and snacks!                                                       Hustle for the Hope Walk                                            2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
                                                                  Bring a friend and join us as we hustle to prepare for the          Spring is in the air! Hop on over to Stewart’s Caring place for
March– Create Mindful Mandalas using creative colors and
                                                                  annual Stewart’s Hope Walk in May. We will meet each week           some Easter egg games and an egg hunt for children of all
craft supplies.
                                                                  in April at Stewart’s Caring Place to practice walking the Hope     ages. There will also be a special surprise guest hopping in!
Have a Laugh: For the Health of It                                Walk route. Weather permitting. Registration is requested.          Snacks and light refreshments will be provided.
Thursday, February 13, 2020 at 6:00 PM                            Friday, April 3, 2020 at 10:00am
In this program we will define the history of therapeutic         Friday, April 10, 2020 at 10:00am
humor, identify the benefits of humor and distinguish             Friday, April 17, 2020 at 10:00am
between appropriate and inappropriate uses of humor.              Friday, April 24, 2020 at 10:00am
Presented by Hospice of the Western Reserve.
                                                                  Color Street Nails Workshop                                                                                                                                                                                         330.836.1772
Scarf-Tying Workshop                                              Thursday, April 16, 2020 at 6:00 PM                                                                                                                                                                            StewartsCaringPlace.org
Tuesday, February 18, 2020 at 5:30 PM                             Join us for a pampering class for salon-quality manicure in
Come to Stewart’s for a fun new workshop that teaches the         just minutes. No dry time, smudges, or streaks. Lasts up to
many different ways to tie and wear scarves, not just for your    10 days. 100% real nail polish, not stickers. Flexible—can be
head. Presented by Best Bib & Tucker.                             gently stretched for a perfect fit. Base, color, and top coats of
                                                                  high-quality liquid nail polish in each strip.
                                                                  Presented by Confidencenailed.
                                                                                                                                                                                                                         To register, visit www.StewartsCaringPlace.org. For offline registration, please call 330.836.1772.

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                *Registration requested for ALL classes, workshops or support groups.
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