Cancer Wellness Center Northbrook

Northbrook - Programs

• Look Good...Feel Better

  Monday, May 14, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

  Learn to overcome the appearance-related side effects of cancer treatment. Workshop includes instruction in skin care and makeup application; a free makeup tool kit filled with cosmetics; and practical tips and instruction on wigs, head coverings and nail care. Program is co-sponsored by the American Cancer Society, the Personal Care Products Council Foundation and the National Cosmetology Association. Space is limited, so register early.  First time participants only.

• Finding and Evaluating Medical Information on the Internet

  Wednesday, May 16, 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM

  Presenters: Nancy Bishop and Mary Kay Perrenot, Reference Librarians, Northbrook Library

  Upon receiving a cancer diagnosis, often we turn to the Internet to try and find information. It can be difficult to know how to find trustworthy information from reliable sites. Join us for a program that will give you skills to use when searching the Internet for medical information.

• Upper and Lower Extremity Lymphedema: Minimize Your Risk

  Thursday, May 17, 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

  Presenter: NorthShore University HealthSystem Lymphedema Center Staff

  Learn about lymphedema, precautions that should be taken, and exercise guidelines.

• An Evening of Wellness

  Thursday, May 24, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

  Presenters: Leslie Mendoza-Temple, Medical Director of the Integrative Medicine Program at NorthShore University HealthSystem, Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Family Medicine at the University of Chicago Pritzger School of Medicine; Rena Zaid, M.S., L.Ac. Dipl. Ac., Acupuncturist at the Integrative Medicine Program at NorthShore University HealthSystem; Colleen Takagishi, R.D., C.S.O., L.D.N.; Deborah Kronenberger, M.A., L.P.C., Wellness Coordinator, Cancer Wellness Center; Courtney Barry, M.A. and Erin Bauerle, M.A.

  Join us for an evening of wellness. All participants will attend Dr. Mendoza-Temple’s talk, “The Role of Integrative Medicine in Quality Cancer Care.” Following Dr. Mendoza-Temple’s presentation, participants may choose to attend two break-out sessions from the following: “The Value of Acupuncture in Cancer Care,” “Nutrition-Cancer? Sorting Out Fact From Fiction…,” “Yoga, Meditation and Other Stress Reduction Techniques” and “Mindful Thinking.”   Please call the Center at 847-509-9595 to register. Break-out sessions will be requested at time of registration.

• Therapeutic Yoga for Cancer

  Friday, May 25, 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM

  Presenter: Master Teacher Gabriel Halpern

  Yoga therapy has been used as a powerful healing modality for thousands of years. Join Master Teacher Gabriel Halpern and his staff in a day of healing. Each participant will be paired with an apprentice who will assist with yoga postures. This class is for anyone who has an interest in yoga. Breathing exercises and dharma talk will round out the day. No experience is required. Any level of fitness is encouraged. Wear comfortable clothes. Bring a bag lunch.

• Myeloma Update

  Thursday, May 31, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

  Presenter: Joseph D. Tariman, Ph.D., A.N.P.–B.C., Northwestern University Myeloma Program

  Please join us for a program providing an overview of a multiple myeloma diagnosis, and focusing on advances in multiple myeloma treatment and research. A question and answer session will follow the presentation.

• Hypnosis and Healthy Eating Habits

  Saturday, June 2, 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

  Presenter: Harry Nozicka, L.C.S.W., Certified Hypnotherapist

• Healing Ourselves Through Sound with Crystal Bowl and Voice

  Monday, June 11, 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

  Presenter: Marian McNair of Cellular Harmonies, www.marianmcnair.com

  In this workshop, a vibrational environment created by crystal bowl, breath, voice and gentle yoga postures will help reduce stress, promote deep relaxation and support the natural healing process.

• Is My Cancer Hereditary? Understanding the Process of Genetic Counseling and Testing

  Thursday, June 14, 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

  Presenter: Kristen Vogel, M.S., C.G.C., Center for Medical Genetics at NorthShore University HealthSystem

  Approximately 5-10% of cancer patients develop cancer because of an inherited risk factor. At this session, Kristen Vogel will discuss the signs that indicate that a family may have a genetic risk factor for cancer as well as discuss the details of the genetic counseling and testing process. Issues regarding insurance coverage and laws to protect against genetic discrimination will also be covered. This session is appropriate for those who have a personal diagnosis of cancer or those who have a strong family history of cancer.

• Understanding the Many Faces of Grief

  Thursday, June 21, 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM

  Presenter: Deb Wojcik, M.S.W., L.C.S.W., Bereavement Coordinator, Cancer Wellness Center

  We often associate grief only with death, and fail to recognize that it can appear in times of loss or transition as well. Grief can surface throughout our lifetime, often unexpectedly, and can have tremendous impact on us physically as well as spiritually. Join us for a program centered around identifying different types of grief, learning grief management skills and discovering ways that you can find help in healing during difficult times.