[Hopespringpcsg] FW: HopeSpring Weekly Newsletter for March 12

Mon Mar 12 08:59:45 EDT 2018

Hi al:

See below for HopeSpring weekly e-newsletter.

Take care,

Glen

To: Glen
Subject: HopeSpring Weekly Newsletter for March 12

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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March Fundraising Goal

Almost halfway through March, we have reached just over $5,700. A big thank you to Mersynergy Charitable Foundation for their generous donation. They have been a long time supporter and we appreciate everything they do.

Donations are gratefully accepted at HopeSpring, or  <https://hopespring.us5.list-manage.com/track/click?u=245009009133a608181d89b73&id=e19852c490&e=ece80c31c3> online at our website. We accept cash, cheque, and all major credit cards. 

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Eat Smart, Be Well

Have you got your ticket?

Eat Smart, Be Well, a HopeSpring fundraiser is a community event featuring keynote speaker  <https://hopespring.us5.list-manage.com/track/click?u=245009009133a608181d89b73&id=5cbaf21397&e=ece80c31c3> Jean LaMantia, a cancer survivor, Registered Dietitian, and author of The Essential Cancer Treatment Nutrition Guide and Cookbook. 

Jean shares her inspirational story of beating cancer and the importance of credible nutrition. Educating audiences on how to research their food choices carefully and empowering consumers.

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 will highlight for you the rules to use in your internet searches to help you determine what’s credible and what’s not.   

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Also included are door prizes, draws, and a silent auction.

Please share with your friends and families!

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HBC Giving Day - April 6

Tickets Available at HopeSpring now!

We have tickets for HBC's Giving Day on April 6! Tickets are $5.

Save on purchases at the Bay on April 6 & you have a chance of winning a $5,000 shopping spree and all ticket sales go to HopeSpring. 

Tickets need to be bought at HopeSpring for us to get the funds. For more information, call 519-742-4673 or email  <mailto:support at hopespring.ca?subject=HBC%20Giving%20Day%20tickets> support at hopespring.ca

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Can you help?

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

We need more: 

*	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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Reminder

There is no Cambridge Gentle Yoga for Symptom Management tomorrow (March 13). It returns next week on March 20.  

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Cambridge Women's Support Group

A good social circle for women facing cancer

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 13, 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Cambridge Location: Multi-Purpose Rm 4, Chaplin Family YMCA, 250 Hespeler Rd

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Healing Journey One - Coping with Cancer Stress

Starting next week

The Healing Journey 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.

This 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, Mar 21 to Apr 11, 3:00 - 4:30 p.m.
Waterloo Location: Program room, Inn of Waterloo, 475 King St N (Back entrance)

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Look Good, Feel Better Workshop

This Wednesday

This program is offered by the Canadian Cosmetic, Toiletry and Fragrance Association Foundation. It is a coping skills workshop that helps women manage the appearance-related side-effects of treatment, such as hair loss and changes to skin tone.  Trained cosmeticians and hair replacement professionals teach skin care, cover-up and hair alternatives, and provide solutions for women to look good and feel better.  Participants are given a complimentary kit of cosmetics and personal care products for use at home.

Wednesday, Mar 14, 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Waterloo Location: Heidelberg Room, Inn of Waterloo, 475 King St N (Back Entrance)

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Men's Program

Men supporting men deal with cancer

Come hang out with other guys who are going through cancer too! This program provides an opportunity for men who are patients in active or post-treatment and caregivers to meet with each other for information gathering, networking, and conversation about their experience with cancer. Benefits of participating include increasing your overall well-being, gain information and reduce anxiety and depression. Take charge, gain confidence and become empowered. Registration required.

Wednesday, Mar 14, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
Waterloo Location: Program room, Inn of Waterloo, 475 King St N (back entrance)

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Body Image and Self Esteem

Explore the impact of a negative body image on your self-esteem

Body image involves the way we think and feel about our bodies. Cancer can change the way we look and how we experience our bodies both physically and emotionally. It can impact the way the body functions, leave scars, make you lose your hair, and cause changes in moods and energy levels. These changes can have an impact on our self-esteem. In this workshop, we will explore the impact of a negative body image on self-esteem of a negative body image on self-esteem and identify strategies to assist you in developing a healthy body image. If you have concerns or questions about your body image, this workshop will allow you to talk openly with a healthcare professional.

Monday, Mar 19, 1:00 - 2:30 p.m.
Waterloo Location: Program room, Inn of Waterloo, 475 King St N (back entrance)

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Breast Cancer And Nutrition

Next Wednesday at the Grand River Regional Cancer Centre

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, Mar 21, 9:30 - 11:00 a.m.
Kitchener Location: Grand River Regional Cancer Centre, 835 King S W

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Coping with Cancer Workshop

Learn your first steps at the Grand River Regional Cancer Centre

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, Mar 21, 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

Monthly group for women facing ovarian cancer

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 a recurrence. The group meets every 3rd Thursday of the month.

Thursday, Mar 15, 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.
Waterloo Location: Yoga Room, Inn of Waterloo, 475 King St N (back entrance)

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Chair Yoga

If you struggle to get to or from the floor, try this style of yoga

Chair yoga is a gentle form of yoga that is practiced sitting in a chair, or standing using a chair for support featuring the many benefits of regular yoga such as gentle stretching, breathing, and visualization. There is no need to get down on the floor, is good for those with knee, hip, and/or back limitations and is available to patients, family members, and caregivers.

Thursday, Mar 22, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Waterloo Location: Yoga room, Inn of Waterloo, 475 King St N (Back entrance)

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