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If you haven't registered yet for this year's Celebration of Hope, you better hurry... spots are filling up fast!!
If you cannot attend, but wish to donate, you can donate in honor of Board Chair, Katey Grogan or in memory of the late Board Member Bill Hearl, this years Celebration of Hope Honorees.
To register or donate; go to: https://bit.ly/HopeGala24
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"Volunteering has been so fulfilling. Whether I'm helping in the office or at an event, I always have a great time, meet wonderful people, and I feel like I'm giving something back to an organization that supports me!"- Kathy
Volunteer Appreciation Week
Today kicks off National Volunteer Appreciation Week and since many of our participants and caregivers are also volunteers, we wanted to dedicate this week's Corner Spotlight to all of our amazing volunteers!! Enjoy today's special video and stay tuned for social media posts all week long!
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Thank You!
Hope Connections, in partnership with Adventist Healthcare- Shady Grove Aquilino Cancer Center and White Oak Cancer Center, was thrilled to offer a Retreat for Young Women Living with Breast Cancer last Saturday.
Thank you to all the young women who participated, and our wonderful coordinator, speakers, and volunteers: Paula Ernst, Betsy Jenkins, Lindsey Wise, Blessing Sawmmal, Michele McBride, Patrice Brown, Trudie Cushing, Mary Ellen Savarese, and Eileen Zimmer.
It was a great day filled with laughter, hope, connections, and flowers!
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Advances in Radiation and Proton Therapy
Saturday, April 20
10:00 am - 12:00 pm, Virtual Attendance
Join us for an informative presentation on the advances in radiation therapy for treating cancer. Learn about both standard radiation therapy and proton therapy from Dr. Melissa Vyfhuis, Medical Director of Radiation Oncology, at the new University of Maryland Capital Region Cancer Health Center.
Topics include:
- Updates on advances in radiation therapy
- Understanding the difference between standard "photon" and proton therapy
- Listening to patient testimony about her cancer journey with proton therapy at the Maryland Proton Center
- Hearing about the new radiation oncology center now open at the new University of Maryland Capital Region Medical Center
Click here to register.
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How To Ask For Help:
Realizing Your Network Superpower
Wednesday, April 24
6:30 pm-7:30 pm, via Zoom
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Dr. Glenna Crooks offers a roadmap to help us understand networks in a new way with emphasis on becoming aware of your connections (and their importance) and clarity about your needs.
Please join us for this empowering talk.
To register, Visit: http://bit.ly/LogInMindBody
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Psychedelics and Cancer: Ongoing Research at the Aquilino Cancer Center
Monday, April 29
6:30 pm-7:30 pm, via Zoom
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In 2023, Dr Manish Agrawal and a team of researchers at the Aquilino Cancer Center published their research findings on psilocybin
assisted therapy and its potential to provide a rapid and long-lasting antidepressant effect.
Join Dr. Agrawal as he shares these promising results and discusses ongoing clinical trials of psychedelic assisted therapy for cancer patients and caregivers taking place at Sunstone Therapies in Rockville, MD.
To register, Visit: http://bit.ly/LogInMindBody
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The Importance of Resiliency:
Helpful Tools & Techniques
Wednesday, May 8 6:30–7:30 pm via Zoom
Join Sara Corckran as she shares her inspiring story of facing adversity and coming out better on the other side. Her goal is to provide actionable tools that can
be applied to everyday life.
Please join us for this uplifting talk with practicable tools to add to your toolbox.
To register, Visit: http://bit.ly/LogInMindBody
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This Weeks Program Schedule | |
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Monday
All Cancers Group - with Natasha
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Virtual
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Tuesday
Morning Bereavement
with Stephanie
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Hybrid
Evening Bereavement-with Tom
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Virtual
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Wednesday
All Cancers - with Stephanie
12:00 pm-1:00 pm
Hybrid
Caregivers - with Monique
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Virtual
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Thursday
Caregiver Group
with substitute Holly
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Virtual-this week only
Advanced Cancer
with Stephanie
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Virtual
GI Cancers - with Chester
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Virtual
Young Adults with Cancer
with Stephanie
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
Virtual
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Join Katey's Book Club on the first Wednesday of every month at 2:00 pm.
The next meeting will be on Wednesday, May 1.
May's book selection is "The Heaven and Earth Grocery Store" by James McBride. Order yours early, as this is a new release and quite popular!
Click here to register
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Monday
Gentle Yoga - with Amy
10:00 am - 11:00 am
11:15 am - 12:15 pm
Hybrid
Pink Ribbon Pilates
with Johnnette
12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
Hybrid
Yin & Restorative Yoga for Wellness - with Sherry
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Virtual
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Tuesday
Tai Chi - with Charles
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Virtual
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Wednesday
Gentle Yoga - with Amy
10:00 am - 11:00 am
11:15 am - 12:15 pm
Hybrid
Pink Ribbon Pilates
with Carole
12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
Hybrid
Expressive Art - with Judy
Canceled this week only
In-Person Only
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Thursday
Mind/Body Boxing - with Eric
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Hybrid
Stretch! - with Carole
10:30 am - 11:30 am
Hybrid
Pink Ribbon Pilates
with Johnnette
12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
Hybrid
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Friday
Strength & Balance - with Carole
10:00 am - 11:00 am
Virtual
Guided Meditation - with May
11:30 am - 12:30 pm
Virtual
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Healing with Nature
Saturdays: April 20, 27, May 11, 18
10:00 am - 11:30 am
Locust Grove Nature Center, Bethesda, MD
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These workshops will include mindfulness, movement, breathwork, and group discussion to support cancer patients, survivors, and caregivers in reducing stress and improving wellbeing.
During each of the sessions you will:
- Learn about nature-informed and mindfulness-based practices
- Deepen your understanding of yourself and your healing through mind-body dialogue
- Practice nature and mindfulness-based exercises you can use in your everyday life
Participants must be able to walk up to .5 miles on nature trails. Space is
limited, please only register for the sessions you are committed to attending.
For Questions and Registration
Email kwoodsh1@jhmi.edu
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Music Therapy
Tuesdays, April 23 - May 28
5:00 pm - 6:30 pm
In-person at Sibley Memorial Hospital, Washington, D.C.
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Explore music as a tool for promoting wellbeing, managing stress, and connecting with one another.
These sessions are designed to empower those impacted by cancer to engage in group-based music experiences for emotional expression, coping, and a little bit of fun.
Music Therapist Amanda Rosado will lead participants through active listening, song discussion, music making, writing and mindfulness activities.
No musical skill or prior experience is needed. Space is limited and attendance at all six sessions is expected.
Learn more at: musictherapy.events.sibley.org
Register at: kwoodsh1@jhmi.edu
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