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Dear Guests,
Even with all of our cold rainy weather, March brings thoughts of Spring and new beginnings. With that in mind, we've got some exciting new offerings this month.
Rabbi Ed Feinstein will join us on March 14th for a talk titled What We Learn from Cancer, which is based on his personal experience as a two-time cancer survivor.
The Toolbox Series continues with a look at anxiety and coping strategies from Lauren Maher, MFT on March 25th.
Please note that Tai Chi is taking a break in March. I'm encouraging everyone from that class to try Wake Up Your Lymph System with Movement class on Tuesdays. It's a wonderful class that's been developed just for weSPARK guests. Or join us for Belly Dancing for Beginners. Belly Dancing is a great way to get grounded in your body, get moving and
have fun.
Best,
Deborah Stambler
Program Director
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If you are not a current weSPARK guest, please contact our office today to set up your brief Welcome Meeting. This is a necessary step in order to access our FREE programs, workshops, individual appointments and support groups.
818-906-3022
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Featured Workshop
Spaces are limited so sign up today!
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Clinical Corner:
Does pre-cancer mean I'm going to get cancer?
The term pre-cancer or pre-cancerous may be enough to spark fear in a patient. But as the experts at
Cancer Treatment Centers of America
explain, it doesn't mean your destined to be diagnosed with cancer.
While pre-cancer going unchecked may mean a patient's condition could become cancerous, it's not a guarantee.
Read more about what pre-cancer really means and what patients need to know.
About Cancer Treatment Centers of America
Cancer Treatment Centers of America® (CTCA) is a national network of five hospitals that serves adult patients who are fighting cancer. CTCA® offers an integrative approach to care designed to help patients physically and emotionally by enhancing their quality of life while managing side effects both during and after treatment.
You may also reach them at their VIP LINE
1-800-227-3207
with any questions.
Be sure to follow them on
Facebook
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Instagram
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Twitter
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Pinterest
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LinkedIn
and
YouTube
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New Class!
Belly Dancing for Beginners
Presented by Nikka Pamenter
Join us every Tuesday in March at 2pm.
Belly Dance has many benefits for your mind, body, and emotional state. In this class, you will learn classic moves like the shimmy and snake arms. Whether you are belly dancing for enjoyment, toned abs, or to reduce stress it is a wonderful way to let loose, connect with others, and release your inner "you".
This belly dance class is for all shapes, sizes, and ages and can be adapted. Anyone will be able to comfortably participate and enjoy themselves. So come shimmy into shape, have fun, and reconnect with your femininity!
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New Class!
Inspiration & Expression:
A 6 Week Reading & Writing Series
Presented by Deborah Stambler
Join us Wednesdays at 2pm.
March 6
March 13
March 20
March 27
April 3
April 10
In this new workshop, we'll use the book
More Beautiful Than Before: How Suffering Transforms Us
by Steve Leder to inspire creative writing. Grab a pen and join us!
You don't need the book or any previous writing experience.
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How We View Ourselves:
Treatment & Changes
Led by Leila da Costa & Elena Vasquez
Thursday, March 7th at 2:30pm
Join us for an afternoon tea and open discussion about the changes that come with treatment - both physical and emotional.
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Potluck en Español
Con Jessica Torres
Viernes, Marzo 8 a las 10:30am
Acompañenos para una comida organizada por nuestro grupo de apoyo en español! Todos son bienvenidos. Por favor traiga un plato que gustaria compartir con el grupo.
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What We Learn from Cancer
Thursday, March 14th at 6pm
Rabbi Ed Feinstein, Senior Rabbi at Valley Beth Shalom, is a survivor of two bouts of colon cancer. Join us for this special evening as Rabbi Feinstein shares directly from his experience with cancer and the impact it made in his life.
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Community Night:
Bingo!
Presented by weSPARK staff
Monday, March 18th at 6pm
Try your luck at bingo!Join us a fun, relaxed community night.
Friends and family are welcome.
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Healing through Creativity:
A Monthly Art Therapy Workshop
Presented by Jessica Torres
Wednesday, March 20th at 6pm
Each month we'll embark on a new art project with a special theme. For March, we're painting rocks with beautiful messages for strength and resilience. Bring a couple rocks you'd like to paint. Join us for an evening time designed to share, unwind and connect with your innate creativity.
Call to register.
Please note that space is limited.
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Jewelry Workshop
Presented by Holly Feneht
Relax, unwind, connect and get creative with jewelry making.
Call to register
. Space is limited.
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Class Update:
Wake Up Your Lymph System with Movement
Presented by Jenn Weiss, PMA, CPT
Join us on Tuesdays at 12:45pm
Call for more information
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Support Groups
weSPARK offers 12 support groups each week.
Contact us to find out which group is best for you!
| Children's Support Group |
Monday @ 4pm |
| Teen Support Group |
Call for information. |
| Family Grief Support Group |
Tuesday @ 6pm |
| Caregiver Support Group |
Tuesday @ 6:30pm |
| In Treatment Support Group |
Wednesday @ 2:30pm |
| Spouse/Partner Grief Support Group |
Wednesday @ 6pm |
| Ongoing Treatment Support Group |
Thursday @ 10:30am |
| Post Treatment Support Group |
Thursday @ 12pm |
| Men's Cancer Support Group |
Thursday @ 1:30pm |
| Doing Cancer Solo Support Group |
Thursday @ 5pm |
| Young Adult Support Group |
Thursday @ 7pm |
| Spanish Speaking Support Group |
Friday @ 11am |
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March 2019
Programs + Workshops
Registration is required for all workshops in red print.
Click on the link in the calendar to register or call 818-906-3022
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Sunday
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Wednesday
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Saturday |
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1
11am
Spanish Speaking Support Group
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2
11am
Gentle Yoga
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3
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3pm
Strengthen & Stretch
4pm
Children's Support Group
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5
12:45pm Wake Up Your Lymph System with Movement
2pm Bellydancing for Beginners
6pm
Family Grief Support Group
6pm
Gentle Flow Yoga
6:30pm
Caregiver Support Group
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6
10:15am
Yoga
1pm
Guided Imagery
2:30pm
In Treatment Support Group
3:30pm Inspiration & Expression: Reading & writing series
(1 of 6)
6pm
Partner Grief Support Group
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10:30am
Ongoing Treatment / Metastatic Support Group
12pm
Post Treatment Support Group
1:15pm
Breath, Balance & Neuropathy
1:30pm
Men's Cancer Support Group
5pm
Doing Cancer Solo Support Group
7pm
Young Adult Support Group
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9:30am
Kundalini Yoga
10am
Mindful Living
10:30am Spanish Potluck
11am
Spanish Speaking Support Group
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3pm
Strengthen & Stretch
4pm
Children's Support Group
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12
12:45pm Wake Up Your Lymph System with Movement
2pm Bellydancing for Beginners
6pm
Family Grief Support Group
6:30pm
Caregiver Support Group
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13
10:15am
Yoga
1pm
Guided Imagery
2:30pm
In Treatment Support Group
3:30pm Inspiration & Expression: Reading & writing series
(2 of 6)
6pm
Partner Grief Support Group
7:30pm
Young Adult Post Treatment with Thrive Survive
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10am
Healing Flow Yoga
10:30am
Ongoing Treatment / Metastatic Support Group
12pm
Post Treatment Support Group
1:15pm
Breath, Balance & Neuropathy
1:30pm
Men's Cancer Support Group
5pm
Doing Cancer Solo Support Group
7pm
Young Adult Support Group
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15
9:30am
Kundalini Yoga
Spanish Speaking Support Group
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11am
Gentle Yoga
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18
10:45am Restorative Yoga
3pm
Strengthen & Stretch
4pm
Children's Support Group
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12:45pm Wake Up Your Lymph System with Movement
2pm Bellydancing for Beginners
6pm
Family Grief Support Group
6:30pm
Caregiver Support Group
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20
10:15am
Yoga
1pm
Guided Imagery
2:30pm
In Treatment Support Group
3:30pm Inspiration & Expression: Reading & writing series
(3 of 6)
6pm
Partner Grief Support Group
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10:30am
Ongoing Treatment / Metastatic Support Group
12pm
Post Treatment Support Group
1:15pm
Breath, Balance & Neuropathy
1:30pm
Men's Cancer Support Group
5pm
Doing Cancer Solo Support Group
7pm
Young Adult Support Group
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9:30am
Kundalini Yoga
11am
Spanish Speaking Support Group
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25
10:45am Restorative Yoga
3pm
Strengthen & Stretch
4pm
Children's Support Group
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6pm Wake Up Your Lymph System with Movement
2pm Bellydancing for Beginners
6pm
Family Grief Support Group
6pm Jewelry Workshop
6:30pm
Caregiver Support Group
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27
10:15am
Yoga
1pm
Guided Imagery
2:30pm
In Treatment Support Group
3:30pm Inspiration & Expression: Reading & writing series
(4 of 6)
6pm
Partner Grief Support Group
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10:30am
Ongoing Treatment / Metastatic Support Group
12pm
Post Treatment Support Group
1:15pm
Breath, Balance & Neuropathy
1:30pm
Men's Cancer Support Group
5pm
Doing Cancer Solo Support Group
7pm
Young Adult Support Group
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9:30am
Kundalini Yoga
11am
Spanish Speaking Support Group
11am Mindful Living Potluck
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March 2019 Healing Therapies
**By appointment only**
Please call our office to schedule your next appointment
818-906-3022
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Reflexology
Reiki
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Reflexology
Hypnotherapy
Community Acupuncture
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Medical Qi Gong
Hypnotherapy
Nurse Navigation
Reiki
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Acupuncture
Hypnotherapy
Community Acupuncture
Restoring
Individual Spiritual Balance
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Reiki
Community Acupuncture
Hypnotherapy
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Reiki
Community Acupuncture
Reflexology
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services and programs free of charge for
those whose lives have been affected by cancer.
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weSPARK Cancer Support Center is located at:
13520 Ventura Boulevard
Sherman Oaks, California 91423
Phone: 818-906-3022 Fax: 818-906-3021
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