[Hopespringpcsg] FW: HopeSpring Weekly Newsletter for March 26

Mon Mar 26 08:48:00 EDT 2018

Hi all:

See below for HopeSpring weekly e-newsletter.

Take care,

Glen

From: HopeSpring [mailto:office=hopespring.ca at mail190.sea101.rsgsv.net] On Behalf Of HopeSpring
Sent: March 26, 2018 8:30 AM
To: Glen
Subject: HopeSpring Weekly Newsletter for March 26

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

One week to go in our March goal, and we're just over $9,000. Donations are gratefully accepted at HopeSpring, or  <https://hopespring.us5.list-manage.com/track/click?u=245009009133a608181d89b73&id=0042ef91d1&e=ece80c31c3> online at our website. We accept cash, cheque, and all major credit cards. 

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HBC Giving Day
is next week!
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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Eat Smart, Be Well

Join author and cancer survivor Jean LaMantia on April 19!

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Eat Smart, Be Well is a HopeSpring fundraiser is a community event featuring keynote speaker  <https://hopespring.us5.list-manage.com/track/click?u=245009009133a608181d89b73&id=440d4c3cb8&e=ece80c31c3> Jean LaMantia, cancer survivor, Registered Dietitian, and author of  <https://hopespring.us5.list-manage.com/track/click?u=245009009133a608181d89b73&id=d56595991f&e=ece80c31c3> 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 highlights the rules to use in your internet searches to help you determine what’s credible and what’s not.   

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

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
*	#9 Double Window Security envelopes (see photo)

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 Women's Support Group

Tomorrow in Cambridge

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 27, 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Cambridge Location: Multi-Purpose Rm 4, Chaplin Family YMCA, 250 Hespeler Rd

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Laughter Yoga

Come laugh with Mary

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 27, 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.
Waterloo Location: Yoga Room, Inn of Waterloo, 475 King St N (back entrance)

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Look Good Feel Better

For women in the first year of a diagnosis

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, Apr 11, 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Waterloo Location: Bloomingdale Room, Inn of Waterloo, 475 King St N (back entrance)

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Chair Yoga

Try this new form of gentle 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, Apr 5, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Waterloo Location: Yoga room, Inn of Waterloo, 475 King St N (Back entrance)

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Waterloo Meditation

Stress management tools that you can use anywhere

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 28, 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Waterloo Location: Yoga Room, Inn of Waterloo, 475 King St N (back entrance)

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Tuesday Women's Support Group

Join Anne for group this week

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 27, 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.
Waterloo Location: Yoga Room, Inn of Waterloo, 475 King St N (Back entrance)

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Men's Program

Don't forget to register for this Wednesday's program

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 28, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
Waterloo Location: Program Room, Inn of Waterloo, 475 King St N (Back Entrance)

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The Financial Cost of Cancer: Exploring Possibilties

At Grand River Regional Cancer Centre, learn what options are available for you

Come learn what financial options are available to help you! In this workshop you will receive an overview of the income maintenance programs and drug coverage options available to you. Applications for benefits will be available at the workshop. Only those who have been a patient or have a family member at GRRCC can be registered at this time.

Wednesday, Apr 4, 11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Kitchener Location: Grand River Regional Cancer Centre, 835 King S W

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Nutritional Grocery Store Tour for Healthy Eating

Registered Dietitian Heidi leads a tour to help cancer patients and their families

Come join the registered in-store dietitian, Heidi, at Zehrs Laurentian 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 28, 6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
Kitchener Location: Zehrs Laurentian, 750 Ottawa St (meet at the pharmacy)

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HopeSpring Cancer Support Centre

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