[Hopespringpcsg] FW: HopeSpring Weekly Newsletter for April 16

Mon Apr 16 08:53:23 EDT 2018

Hi all: 

See below for HopeSpring weekly e-newsletter.

Take care,

Glen

From: HopeSpring [mailto:office=hopespring.ca at mail122.atl231.mcsv.net] On Behalf Of HopeSpring
Sent: April 16, 2018 8:31 AM
To: Glen
Subject: HopeSpring Weekly Newsletter for April 16

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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This is National Volunteer Week!

To the loving and caring HopeSpring volunteers who selflessly give their time and talents.  

Thanks to you we are able to compassionately support cancer patients, their families and caregivers in our community!  

April Fundraising Goal

Thank you to Trios College for raising $614 from their pizza lunch and draws during the Winter Olympics.  We have raised $44,196 so far in April.  

Watch for our upcoming Mother's Day draws that begin next week! You have a chance to win a Vincenzo's basket and two Esta Chocolate's gift boxes all lovely wrapped for Mother's day.

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Eat Smart, Be Well

Last Call for tickets!
Join author and cancer survivor Jean LaMantia on April 19!

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Jean has captivated audiences with this talk at Lung Cancer Canada, Princess Margaret Hospital, Odette Cancer Centre, Gilda's Club, and the B.C. Cancer Agency. 

In this interactive session, Jean will introduce you to two websites that cover the same topic. See if you can spot which one is providing facts and which one is fiction. Jean highlights the rules to use in your internet searches to help you determine what’s credible and what’s not.   

Door prizes include:

*	a free hour private nutrition consultation with Jean
*	a signed copy of Jean's book, The Essential Cancer Treatment Nutrition Guide & Cookbook

Also included: great draw prizes, food samples and Tea samples from David's Tea.

Please share with your friends and families!

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Can you help?

Thank you to those who were so generous with previous requests.

We need more: 

*	K-Cups
*	Stamps

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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Cambridge Meditation

Join Tammy for the healing power of mediation 

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.

Thursday Apr 19, 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
Cambridge Location: Multi-Purpose Rm 4, Chaplin Family YMCA, 250 Hespeler Rd

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Breast Cancer And Nutrition 

Increase your knowledge of the role of nutrition and breast cancer

In this program, you will increase your knowledge related to the role of nutrition and breast cancer. Suggestions for dietary changes to help in the prevention and/or recurrence of breast cancer are covered. Other topics include the impacts of healthy eating and weight, supplements, alcohol, physical activity, phytoestrogens, organic foods, calcium and Vitamin D. Only those who have been a patient or have a family member at GRRCC can be registered at this time

Wednesday, Apr 18, 9:30 - 11:00 a.m.
Kitchener Location: Grand River Regional Cancer Centre, 835 King S W

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Waterloo Meditation

 Learn how to exercise control over your thoughts and emotions

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 Apr 25, 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Waterloo Location: Yoga room, Inn of Waterloo 475 King St N (back entrance)

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Mindfulness & Music for Caregivers - New!

New offering this summer for caregivers - Come meet Tessa!

Caregivers are welcome to join us in a space where we will discover the relaxing and rejuvenating powers of music and community. This workshop will guide caregivers through fun and enjoyable creative expression, relaxation and mindfulness techniques. No prior musical experience is required.

Wednesday May 2nd, 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Waterloo Location: Yoga Room, Inn of Waterloo, 475 King St N (back entrance)

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Chair Yoga 

Our newest offering of yoga practiced sitting on a chair.

Chair Yoga is a gentle form of yoga that is practiced sitting on a chair, or standing using a chair for support featuring the many benefits of regular floor yoga such as gentle stretching, breathing and visualization. Good for those with knee, hip, or back limitations and is open to patients, family members and caregivers. 

 Registration required.

Thursday, Apr 19, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Waterloo Location: Yoga Room, Inn of Waterloo, 475 King St N (Back Entrance)

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Laughter Yoga 

A class that combines yoga breathing and laughter exercises

This program is great for all ages and stages of cancer recovery for both the patient, family members and caregivers.  

Tuesday, Apr 24th, 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Waterloo Location: Yoga Room, Inn of Waterloo, 475 King St N (Back entrance)

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Wednesday Women's Support Group 

Come learn tips and strategies for coping

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.

Wednesday Apr 18, 10:30 a.m.- 12:30 p.m.
Waterloo Location: Yoga Room, Inn of Waterloo, 475 King St N (Back entrance)

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Coping With Cancer Workshop

An introduction workshop to help you cope

This one hour workshop is an introduction to the emotional, physiological, physical and practical issues faced by people diagnosed with cancer. In this workshop, you will learn tips, supports, and resources available to help you cope. Only those who have been a patient or have a family member at GRRCC can be registered at this time.

Wednesday, Apr 18th, 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Kitchener Location: Grand River Regional Cancer Centre, 835 King S W

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Ovarian Cancer Support Group

For those that are newly diagnosed or are facing a recurrence

Women can share their concerns about the impact of living with Ovarian Cancer.  This support group is professionally facilitated and offers education, information on resources, and caring support whether you are newly diagnosed or for women who are facing recurrence. 

Thursday, Apr 19th, 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Waterloo Location: Yoga Room, Inn of Waterloo, 475 King St N (back entrance)

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HopeSpring Cancer Support Centre

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