[Hopespringpcsg] FW: HopeSpring Weekly Newsletter for March 27

Mon Mar 27 08:35:34 EDT 2017

Hi all: 

See below the HopeSpring weekly newsletter.

Take care,

Glen

Your weekly update of HopeSpring FREE workshops & special events 

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Hello Glen

Here's your weekly reminder of upcoming workshops, programs & special events at HopeSpring. 

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Update on our fundraising goal

We've hit $21,000! Our goal is $100,000 before the end of the year and we're moving towards it. Thank you for your donations and support!

Please continue to encourage your friends, family, coworkers and wider social networks to help support the work here at HopeSpring. Donations may continue to be made through  <http://hopespring.us5.list-manage.com/track/click?u=245009009133a608181d89b73&id=fbadcd6ee7&e=ece80c31c3> our GoFundMe, in person at 16 Andrew Street, Unit 2, Kitchener, ON N2H 5R2, or call 519-742-4673 to make a donation by credit card.

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Thank you and looking for more help

Thank you to those who were so generous with last week's requests. This week, we're looking for:

*	hand soap (unscented please)
*	Brita filters (the kind for water pitchers)
*	8.5 x 11" printer paper (just plain 20lb paper)

If you can help, please feel free to bring it to our front desk volunteer. If you have any questions, please call Linda at 519-742-1544 ext 103.

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Reiki Appointments Available

Available on a first come, first served basis

"Ray-ki" is an ancient healing technique. It is a treatment in which healing energy is channeled from the practitioner to the patient who is sitting or lying quietly to enhance energy and reduce stress, pain and fatigue. Reiki is a simple procedure, consisting of calm and concentrated touching, with the practitioner focusing on healing and giving energy to specific areas on the receiver's body.

Tuesday, Mar 28, 2:00 p.m.
Wednesday, March 29 3:00 p.m.

Kitchener Location: 16 Andrew St. 

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Cambridge Women's Support Group

Group support for your cancer experience

Support among the group is offered, tips are shared and strategies for coping discussed.  A wide range of on top of mind topics are discussed each week including everyday life events, past, present or future. Come discuss concerns about your future cancer treatments, eating problems and relationship issues.  The group is warm and friendly and a good social circle for women with cancer.

Tuesday, Mar 28, 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. 
Cambridge Location: Wayne McMichael Room, Chaplin Family YMCA, 250 Hespeler Rd

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Healing Journey 1 

Learning to deal with cancer stress

The Healing Journey is a comprehensive 2-level coping skills program that provides emotional support, coping strategies and opportunities to network with others. Delivered by experienced professionals, the Healing Journey is a wide-ranging program that includes both small-and-large-group formats, opportunities for discussion and cancer and its impact, demonstration and practice of proving coping strategies and discussion of the spiritual dimensions of cancer.

Healing Journey One: Coping with Stress is a four week program. Commitment to attend all four sessions is required. The Healing Journey One is a good starter program for new members. Let us help you in your healing journey.

Wednesdays, Apr 5, 12, 19 & 26, 7:00-8:30 p.m. 
Kitchener Location: 16 Andrew St.

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Kitchener Meditation

A moment of quiet reflection

Meditation has been used as a means to achieve healthy thought management by exercising control over thoughts and emotions. In this group program, cancer patients and caregivers are taught mindfulness meditation exercises and are encouraged to practice them at home to the greatest extent possible based on interest and health. This program is especially suited to members who are trying meditation for the first time.

Wednesday, Mar 29, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. 
Kitchener Location: 16 Andrew St, Kitchener

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Nutritional Grocery Store Tour for Healthy Eating

A guided tour to make handling cancer food challenges easier

Come join the registered in-store dietitian, Abigail, at Zehrs Conestoga Mall for a food tour that will empower you to make healthier choices including eating solutions to deal with cancer side effects. Registration required.

Wednesday, Mar 29, 10:00-11:30 a.m. 
Kitchener Location: Zehrs Conestoga Mall, 550 King St N, Waterloo

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Women's Support Group - Under 45

Support with your peers

Support among the group is offered, tips are shared and strategies for coping discussed.  A wide range of on top of mind topics are discussed each week including everyday life events, past, present or future. Come discuss concerns about your future cancer treatments, eating problems and relationship issues.  The group is warm and friendly and a good social circle for women with cancer.

Tuesday, Apr 4, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. 
Kitchener Location: 16 Andrew St, Kitchener

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Laughter Yoga

Laugh and let go

Laughter Yoga is a practice which combines yoga breathing and laughter exercises. The fun and gentle activity boosts the immune system and stimulates the brain to produce endorphins - feel good hormones. Whether your laughter is real or not, your body will get the benefits of this wonderful program. It's great for all ages and stages of recovery including family and caregivers.

Tuesday, Mar 28, 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. 
Kitchener Location: 16 Andrew St, Kitchener

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Gentle Yoga for Symptom Management

Thursday and Saturday spaces still available

This is a gentle yoga to help exercise control over physical and emotional well-being by combining movements, breathing, stretching, body poses and meditation practice. This program is specifically for patients who have significant adverse physical symptoms (e.g., pain, instability, mobility problems due to surgery) that requires an especially gentle style of yoga that can be modified to each member's needs. The primary objective of this type of yoga session is symptom relief.

Saturday, Apr 1, 10:30 - 11:45 a.m.
Thursday, Mar 30, 7:00 - 8:30 p.m.
Kitchener Location: 16 Andrew St, Kitchener

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HopeSpring Cancer Support Centre

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