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Dear Guests,
We're continuing our
Toolbox Series this month with a look at the feelings of trauma a cancer diagnosis can bring. Join us on February 20th as Leila da Costa, LMFT leads the discussion.
We've made some changes to the schedule; please be sure to look the calendar over carefully. We are suspending the Monday AM and Tuesday PM yoga classes. We are also discontinuing the Breast Cancer Support Group and Wednesday Evening Post Treatment Support Group at this time.
We are excited to offer Healing through Creativity - a monthly art therapy workshop with Jessica Torres, MFT. The first session will focus on reflection and self-care on February 6th.
I hope you can join us as we use the quiet of the evening hours to get creative and share.
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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New Class!
The Power & Joy of Movement
Presented by Jenn Weiss,
PMA® CPT
Join us every Tuesday at 12:45pm.
We know that movement - from the small, deliberate gesture to
the large sweeping motion - does a body good.
Jenn has developed a special program for weSPARK that focuses on lymphatic drainage to boost immunity, can help with peripheral neuropathy and improve mood while building strength.
Please bring a yoga mat. This class can be adapted and done from a chair.
Think this class might be a good fit? Call for more information!
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Zentangle
Presented by Jody Church
Wednesdays in February from 2-3:30pm
Zentangle is back!
If you haven't tried this meditative drawing technique, you're in for a treat!
No artistic experience is necessary. If you can write your name, you can Zentangle.
We like to think of it as Zen for your pen.
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Zumba!
With Joanne Farjardo
Monday, February 4th at 6pm
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. Please note that our instructor will modify any move necessary and offers Chair Zumba as well.
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Healing through Creativity:
A Monthly Art Therapy Workshop
Presented by Jessica Torres
Wednesday, February 6th at 6pm
Each month we'll embark on a new art project with a special theme. For February, we're focusing on reflection and self-care. 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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Reiki Circle
Led by Brian Kukan
Saturday, February 9th at 1pm
Come experience the healing force of the reiki energy! At our reiki circle, each guest will be attuned to their energy and taught how to use this on
their own and with others to bring about a greater sense of well-being.
Reiki aids in healing and alleviating a wide spectrum of health issues. Adding Reiki to your healing regime can improve the results of any medical treatment and reduce negative side effects of chemotherapy, medications and surgery.
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Potluck en Español
Con Jessica Torres
Viernes, Febrero 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.
Llame para registrarse (818) 906-3022
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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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February 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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9:30am
Kundalini Yoga
9:30 Intro to A Course in Miracles
(3 of 6)
11am
Spanish Speaking Support Group
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2
11am
Gentle Yoga
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3
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10:45am Restorative Yoga
3pm
Strengthen & Stretch
4pm
Children's Support Group
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5
12:45pm The Power & Joy of Movement
(New Class!)
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
2pm Zentangle
2:30pm
In Treatment Support Group
6pm
Partner Grief Support Group
6pm
Healing Through Creativity - Art Therapy Workshop
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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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8
9:30am
Kundalini Yoga
9:30am Intro to A Course in Miracles
(4 of 6)
10am
Mindful Living
10:30am Spanish Potluck
11am
Spanish Speaking Support Group
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10:45am Restorative Yoga
3pm
Strengthen & Stretch
4pm
Children's Support Group
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12
12:45pm The Power & Joy of Movement
(New Class!)
2pm
Tai Chi
6pm
Family Grief Support Group
6:30pm
Caregiver Support Group
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13
10:15am
Yoga
1pm
Guided Imagery
2pm Zentangle
2:30pm
In Treatment Support Group
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
9:30am Intro to A Course in Miracles
(5 of 6)
Spanish Speaking Support Group
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11am
Gentle Yoga
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Closed for President's Day
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12:45pm The Power & Joy of Movement
(New Class!)
2pm
Tai Chi
6pm
Family Grief Support Group
6:30pm
Caregiver Support Group
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10:15am
Yoga
1pm
Guided Imagery
2pm Zentangle
6pm
Partner Grief Support Group
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21
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
9:30am Intro to A Course in Miracles
(6 of 6)
11am
Spanish Speaking Support Group
11am Mindful Living Potluck
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10:45am Restorative Yoga
3pm
Strengthen & Stretch
4pm
Children's Support Group
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12:45pm The Power & Joy of Movement
(New Class!)
2pm
Tai Chi
6pm
Family Grief Support Group
6:30pm
Caregiver Support Group
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10:15am
Yoga
1pm
Guided Imagery
2pm Zentangle
2:30pm
In Treatment Support Group
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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February 2019 Healing Therapies
**By appointment only**
Please call our office to schedule your next appointment
818-906-3022
Sunday
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Monday
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Tuesday
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Wednesday
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Thursday
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Friday
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Saturday
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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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