April 2019 Calendar 
Hello & Happy Spring!
A quick update on the new happenings here at weSPARK... 

The Toolbox Series continues - Take a Deep Breath: Stress Reduction with Ana Lillia on Tuesday, April 16th at 6pm. 

Time change for the Ongoing/Metastatic Support Group. The group will now start at 10:15am.

Yoga for Neuropathy will now replace the Thursday Breath, Balance and Neuropathy class. Yovanni will now teach this class on Mondays at 1:15pm. (Everyone is welcome!)

And Beauty Bus is back on April 18th!

Best,
Deborah Stambler
Program Director
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

Featured Workshop
Stress reduction techniques have been shown to improve quality of life for those dealing with cancer, grief or as a caregiver. Join us and learn valuable strategies for reducing tension and stress.

Spaces are limited so sign up today! 

Clinical Corner:
Learn more about Liver Cancer


The fight against cancer is more and more promising every day with new technologies
 and advancements to treat the disease. While overall cancer survival rates are on the rise,  liver cancer is now the fastest-growing cause of cancer deaths.
                
What's causing the rise in cases, and what treatment options are available for 
liver cancer patients?
                
Read more about the newest options patients have in treating liver cancer.

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 Instagram Twitter Pinterest LinkedIn  and  YouTube .
Teen Support Series

Led by Joanna Gillis, LCSW

Join us Mondays at 6pm.
 
April 1
April 22
April 8
April 29
April 15 May 6

For teens who have a family member with cancer or who have lost someone to cancer. 

From social support to encouragement and working with sometimes conflicting feelings, the group provides a safe space to connect with people who understand what it's like when cancer hits the family. We'll provide dinner.
Going once...going twice...
Inspiration & Expression:
(The Last 3 Weeks) Reading & Writing Series

Presented by Deborah Stambler

Join us Wednesdays at 3:30pm.
 
April 3
April 10
April 17

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.

Breathwork is back!

Presented by Ana Lillia

Saturday, April 6th at 12:30
In English & Español
 
E x p e r i e n c e   b r e a t h w o r k !
J o i n   A n a   a s   s h e   g u i d e s   y o u   t h r o u g h   t h e   p o w e r f u l   p r a c t i c e   o f   b r e a t h w o r k !  

In   t h i s   w o r k s h o p ,   y o u   w i l l   l e a r n   h o w   t o   c o n s c i o u s l y   b r e a t h e   t o   h e l p   r e m o v e   b l o c k e d
  e n e r g y   a n d   e m o t i o n s   f r o m   t h e   b o d y ,   l e a v i n g   y o u   f e e l i n g   r e l a x e d   a n d   w i t h   m e n t a l   c l a r i t y .    
Belly Dancing for Beginners

Presented by Nikka Pamenter

Join us on Monday April 8th and 29th at 6pm.
 
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!


Potluck en Español

Con Jessica Torres

Viernes, Abril 12 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. 
Healing Through Creativity

Led by Jessica Torres, AMFT

Wednesday, April 17th at 6pm

Nature is healing & inspiring.
Join us as we tap into that power and bring it into our lives through
group & individual art projects.

Beauty Bus Pop Up Salon
Presented by weSPARK & Beauty Bus Foundation

Thursday, April 18th from 12:30-3:30
Appointments are first come, first served. 
Services may include nails, makeup, haircut or style & facials.


Jewelry Workshop
Presented by Holly Feneht

Relax, unwind, connect and get creative with jewelry making. 
 
Call to register. Space is limited.
Ayurveda Workshop
Presented by Erica Rey

If you're curious about Ayurveda or want to deepen your understanding about this ancient healing practice, join us on April 25th at 3:30pm 
for this workshop. 

Class Update:
Wake Up Your Lymph System with Movement
Presented by Jenn Weiss, PMA, CPT

Join us on Tuesdays at 12:45pm

We know that movement - from the small, deliberate gesture to the large sweeping motion - does a body good. 

This class focuses on:
-Lymphatic drainage to boost immunity,
-Can help with peripheral neuropathy and lymphedema
-Improve mood while building strength. 

Please bring a yoga mat. This class can be adapted and done from a chair.

 
Call for more information - 818.906.3022
Grupo de Apoyo
para cuidadores que son
adultos jovenes
Con Jessica Torres, AMFT

Miercoles, Abril 24 a las 6pm.
En este grupo, nos centraremos en los problemas, los desafíos y los sentimientos que conlleva ser un cuidador como adulto joven.

Los temas incluyen:

-Salud emocional y descanso
-Planes de vida
-Equilibrar el hogar y la vida personal.
-Viviendo en casa
-Educación

 Este grupo se reúne una vez al mes.

Call for more information - 818.906.3022
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Support Groups

weSPARK offers 13 support groups.
Contact us to find out which group is best for you!


Children's Support Group Monday @ 4pm
Teen Support Group Monday @ 6pm
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
Grupo de Apoyo para Cuidadores Adultos Jovenes en  Español/English

The last Wednesday @ 6pm
Ongoing Treatment Support Group Thursday @ 10:15am
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
Grupo de Apoyo en Español Friday @ 11am
 
April 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 .
Sunday
Monday Tuesday Wednesday
Thursday Friday Saturday

1

New Time!
1:15pm
Yoga for
Neuropathy

3pm 
Strengthen & Stretch 

4pm 
Children's Support Group

6pm
Teen Support Series 

2

11am
Yoga en  Español

12:45pm Wake Up Your Lymph System with Movement

2pm 
Tai Chi

6pm
Family Grief Support Group

6:30pm
Caregiver Support Group 

3

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

4

10am
Healing Flow Yoga 

Time Change!
10:15am 
Ongoing Treatment / Metastatic Support Group  
 
12pm
Post Treatment Support Group

1:30pm 
Men's Cancer Support Group

5pm 
Doing Cancer Solo Support Group

7pm 
Young Adult Support Group

5

9:30am
Kundalini Yoga

10am
Mindful Living 

11am
Grupo de Apoyo en
Español 


6

11am
Gentle Yoga

12:30 Breathwork
(English/Spanish class)







 
7


8

New Time!
1:15pm
Yoga for Neuropathy

3pm 
Strengthen & Stretch 

4pm 
Children's Support Group

6pm
Teen Support Series 








 


9

11am
Yoga en  Español

12:45pm Wake Up Your Lymph System with Movement

2pm 
Tai Chi

6pm
Family Grief Support Group  

6:30pm
Caregiver Support Group  



10

10:15am
Yoga

1pm 
Guided Imagery

2:30pm 
In Treatment Support Group

3:30pm Inspiration & Expression: Reading & writing series 
(5 of 6)

6pm  
Partner Grief Support Group










11

10am
Healing Flow Yoga 

Time Change!
10:15am 
Ongoing Treatment / Metastatic Support Group
  
12pm
Post Treatment Support Group

1:30pm 
Men's Cancer Support Group

5pm 
Doing Cancer Solo Support Group

7pm 
Young Adult Support Group







12

9:30am
Kundalini Yoga

10am
Mindful Living  

10:30am
Potluck
En Español


11am
Grupo de Apoyo en
Español 






 
 

13

1 1am
Gentle Yoga





14
15

New Time!
1:15pm
Yoga for Neuropathy

3pm 
Strengthen & Stretch 

4pm 
Children's Support Group

6pm
Teen Support Series









  


16

11am
Yoga en  Español

12:45pm Wake Up Your Lymph System with Movement

2pm 
Tai Chi
 
6pm
Family Grief Support Group

 
6pmToolbox Series- Take a Deep Breath: Stress reduction with Ana Lillia
 
6:30pm
Caregiver Support Group


17

10:15am
Yoga

1pm 
Guided Imagery

2:30pm 
In Treatment Support Group

3:30pm Inspiration & Expression: Reading & writing series 
(6 of 6)

6pm 



18

10am 
Healing Flow Yoga 

Time Change!
10:15am 
Ongoing Treatment / Metastatic Support Group
 
12pm
Post Treatment Support Group

12:30pm
Beauty Bus Pop Up Salon

1:30pm 
Men's Cancer Support Group

5pm 
Doing Cancer Solo Support Group

7pm 
Young Adult Support Group




19

9:30am
Kundalini Yoga


11am
Grupo de Apoyo en
Español 






20

Closed for Passover




21

22


New Time!
1:15pm
Yoga for Neuropathy

3pm 
Strengthen & Stretch

4pm 
Children's Support Group

6pm
Teen Support Series

6pm Jewelry

 


23

11am
Yoga en  Español

12:45pm Wake Up Your Lymph System with Movement

2pm 
Tai Chi

6pm
Family Grief Support Group

6:30pm
Caregiver Support Group



24

10:15am
Yoga

1pm 
Guided Imagery

2:30pm 
In Treatment Support Group

6pm 
Partner Grief Support Group

Grupo nuevo!
6pm Grupo de Apoyo para Cuidadores Adultos Jovenes
[este grupo se reúne una vez al mes]











25

10am
Healing Flow Yoga 

Time Change!
10:15am 
Ongoing Treatment / Metastatic Support Group
  
 
12pm
Post Treatment Support Group

1:30pm 
Men's Cancer Support Group
 
3:30pm

5pm 
Doing Cancer Solo Support Group

7pm 
Young Adult Support Group


26


9:30am
Kundalini Yoga

11am
Grupo de Apoyo en
Español 

11am
Mindful Living Potluck










27


11am
Gentle Yoga


28




29

New Time!
1:15pm
Yoga for Neuropathy

3pm 
Strengthen & Stretch

4pm 
Children's Support Group

6pm
Teen Support Series
 
6pm Bellydancing for Beginners


30

11am
Yoga en  Español

12:45pm Wake Up Your Lymph System with Movement

2pm 
Tai Chi

6pm
Family Grief Support Group

6:30pm
Caregiver Support Group






















April 2019 Healing Therapies
**By appointment only**
Please call our office to schedule your next appointment 818-906-3022
Sunday
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday

Reflexology


Reiki

Hypnotherapy en Español
 





Reflexology 


Hypnotherapy


Community Acupuncture


Ayurveda Counseling

 
Medical Qi Gong


Hypnotherapy


Nurse Navigation


Reiki
Acupuncture


Hypnotherapy


Community Acupuncture

Restoring
Individual Spiritual Balance

Reiki


Community Acupuncture

Hypnotherapy






Reiki


Community Acupuncture

Reflexology
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