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SPARK December 2018 Calendar
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Dear Guests,
The end of the year is coming fast and we're hoping you'll join us for our holiday celebration on December 6th. It's wonderful way to catch up with people you haven't seen in a while and meet the weSPARK community.
Please note that we are closed from 12/22 to 1/1. We reopen in 2019 on January 2nd.
Have a wonderful holiday season!
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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Relief for Fatigue (Yes, there is help!)
According to a study by the American Cancer Society, 50 to 90 percent of patients report feeling fatigued. What once may have been a simple task, may now seem exhausting to cancer patients.
Unfortunately, resting may not be enough to relieve that fatigue. But the good news is, there are other things that can be done.
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
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Have you tried our
Balance, Breath & Neuropathy class?
Thursdays at 1:15pm
Presented by Yovanni Moran
Moving through the day is all about balance. In this class, we aim to tie together breathing, therapeutic exercises and massage to increase your sense of being centered and in contact with the ground beneath you.
Participants will learn deep breathing, core and hip exercises and self foot massage techniques to enhance balance and reduce the effects of peripheral neuropathy.
Please bring a yoga mat.
Think this class might be a good fit?
Call us today for more informatio
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Zumba!
Presented by Joanne Fajardo
Monday, December 3rd from 6-7pm
Can you hear the music?
Don't miss weSPARK's fnal Zumba class of 2018! This GENTLE approach to Zumba is a lower intensity class with modified Zumba moves. This class will
focus on breath, balance, range of motion and coordination. It will leave you feeling empowered and strong.
This is a
fun way to get moving!
Please note that our instructor will modify any move necessary
and offers Chair Zumba as well.
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Tai Chi is back!
Presented by Nancy Hammill
Tuesdays at 2pm
Tai Chi is a slow flowing form of exercise often referred to as a moving meditation. It is a graceful, gentle exercise that anyone can learn to do. Tai Chi can be beneficial for mind and body and can help reduce stress, improve balance and coordination, enhance memory, lower blood pressure and improve circulation. Beginners are always welcome!
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Presented by Ana Lilia
Saturday, December 1st at 12:30pm
Experience breathwork!
Join Ana as she guides you through the powerful practice of breathwork! Breathwork (controlled breathing) is a form of meditation combined with music. In this workshop, you will learn how to consciously breathe to help remove blocked energy and emotions from the body, leaving you feeling relaxed and with mental clarity.
The workshop is offered in both English and Spanish.
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Art Therapy Workshop
Presented by Jessica Torres, MFT
Thursday, December 13 at 2pm
We're winding down the year with a chance to reflect on all that's happened, express your story and connect with others on a similar journey. Art therapist and weSPARK facilitator Jessica Torres will lead this afternoon workshop session, giving you the chance to look back over the past year and set intentions for the coming year.
No previous art background necessary!
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Potluck en Español
Con Jessica Torres
Viernes, Diciembre 14 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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Jewelry Making Workshop
Led by Holly Feneht
Monday, December 17 at 6pm
Join us for this in-demand workshop where you will learn the meditative art of jewelry making!
Each guest will have the opportunity to make one piece of jewelry to take home with them! Spaces fill up fast so register today!
Call to Register (818) 906-3022
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weSPARK will be
closed for the holidays beginning Saturday December 22nd. We'll see you in the New Year!
We will see you in 2019! Our normal business hours will resume on
Wednesday, January 2nd.
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Support Groups
weSPARK offers 14 support groups each week.
Contact us to find out which group is best for you!
Children's Support Group |
Monday @ 4pm |
Teen Support Group |
Monday @ 6pm |
Breast Cancer Support Group |
Tuesday @ 12PM |
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 |
Post Treatment 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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DECEMBER 2018
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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Wednesday
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11am
Gentle Yoga
12:30pm Breathwork Workshop (Bilingual)
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10:45am Restorative Yoga
3pm
Strengthen & Stretch
4pm
Children's Support Group
6pm
Teen Support Group
6pm Zumba
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4
12pm
Breast Cancer Support Group
6pm
Family Grief Support Group
6pm
Gentle Flow Yoga
6:30pm
Caregiver Support Group
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5
10:15am
Yoga
1pm
Guided Imagery
2:30pm
In Treatment Support Group
3:30pm
Creative Writing Workshop
6pm
Partner Grief Support Group
6pm
Post Treatment 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
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11am
Spanish Speaking Support Group
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10:45am Restorative Yoga
3pm
Strengthen & Stretch
4pm
Children's Support Group
6pm
Teen Support Group
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12pm
Breast Cancer Support Group
2pm
Tai Chi
6pm
Family Grief Support Group
6pm
Gentle Flow Yoga
6:30pm
Caregiver Support Group
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10:15am
Yoga
1pm
Guided Imagery
2:30pm
In Treatment Support Group
3:30pm
Creative Writing Workshop
6pm
Partner Grief Support Group
6pm
Post Treatment 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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9:30am
Kundalini Yoga
Spanish Speaking Support Group
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11am
Gentle Yoga
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3pm
Strengthen & Stretch
4pm
Children's Support Group
6pm
Teen Support Group
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12pm
Breast Cancer Support Group
2pm
Tai Chi
6pm
Family Grief Support Group
6pm
De-stress with Yoga
6:30pm
Caregiver Support Group
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10:15am
Yoga
1pm
Guided Imagery
2:30pm
In Treatment Support Group
3:30pm
Creative Writing Workshop
6pm
Partner Grief Support Group
6pm
Post Treatment 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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Closed for the Holidays
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Closed for the Holidays
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Closed for the Holidays
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Closed for the Holidays
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Closed for the Holidays
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weSPARK
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DECEMBER 2018 Healing Therapies
**By appointment only**
Please call our office to schedule your next appointment
818-906-3022
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Wednesday
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Reflexology
Reiki
Nurse Navigation
Hypnotherapy en Español
Nutritional Counseling
Lymphedema & Lymphatic Drainage Massage
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Reflexology
Hypnotherapy
Community Acupuncture
Nutritional Counseling
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Medical Qi Gong
Hypnotherapy
Nurse Navigation
Reiki |
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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Donate to weSPARK
2018 has been a great year! Thank you for all your contributions!
Your generous donation to weSPARK helps us keep
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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