February 2019 Calendar 
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
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
Spaces are limited so sign up today! 

Clinical Corner:
Less Aggressive Treatment Approaches Gaining Ground


In the past, treating a patient's cancer used to have only one option, destroying the cancer, but also potentially negatively affecting other parts of the patient's health. Thankfully, with the advancements of modern medicine, treating cancer today may mean far less aggressive options for some cancers.

Among these options are more precision-focused treatments, like targeted therapies. "We are learning that we can be more focused in our treatment and more direct and, therefore, potentially treat patients in a shorter period of time, with fewer therapies and with potentially fewer side effects," Marnee Spierer, MD, Chief of Staff and Chief of Radiation Oncology at Cancer Treatment Centers of America, Phoenix.
              
 Read more   about the evolution of cancer treatment.


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 .
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!

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. 

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. 

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. 
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.


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
 
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 .
Sunday
Monday Tuesday Wednesday
Thursday Friday Saturday





1

9:30am
Kundalini Yoga

9:30 Intro to A Course in Miracles
(3 of 6)

10am
Mindful Living 

11am
Spanish Speaking Support Group


2

11am
Gentle Yoga






 
3


4

10:45am Restorative Yoga

3pm 
Strengthen & Stretch 

4pm 
Children's Support Group





 


5

11am
Yoga en  Español


12:45pm The Power & Joy of Movement
(New Class!)

2pm
Tai Chi 

6pm
Family Grief Support Group

6pm
Gentle Flow Yoga 

6:30pm
Caregiver Support Group  



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









7

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







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




 
 

9

1 1am
Gentle Yoga




10
11

10:45am Restorative Yoga

3pm 
Strengthen & Stretch 

4pm 
Children's Support Group







  


12

11am
Yoga en  Español


12:45pm The Power & Joy of Movement
(New Class!)

2pm
Tai Chi 

6pm
Family Grief Support Group

6:30pm
Caregiver Support Group


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 







14

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




15

9:30am
Kundalini Yoga

9:30am Intro to A Course in Miracles
(5 of 6)


11am
Spanish Speaking Support Group

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16

11am
Gentle Yoga




17

18


Closed for President's Day


 


19

11am
Yoga en  Español

12:45pm The Power & Joy of Movement
(New Class!)

2pm
Tai Chi

6pm
Family Grief Support Group

6:30pm
Caregiver Support Group



20

10:15am
Yoga

1pm 
Guided Imagery

2pm Zentangle

2:30pm 
In Treatment Support Group

 
12pm Toolbox Series -Coping with the Trauma of Cancer 

6pm 
Partner Grief Support Group









21

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


22


9:30am
Kundalini Yoga

9:30am Intro to A Course in Miracles
(6 of 6)


11am
Spanish Speaking Support Group


11am Mindful Living Potluck






23


11am
Gentle Yoga


24




25

10:45am Restorative Yoga

3pm 
Strengthen & Stretch

4pm 
Children's Support Group




26

11am
Yoga en  Español

12:45pm The Power & Joy of Movement
(New Class!)

2pm
Tai Chi

6pm
Family Grief Support Group

6:30pm
Caregiver Support Group


27

10:15am
Yoga

1pm 
Guided Imagery

2pm Zentangle

2:30pm 
In Treatment Support Group

6pm 
Partner Grief Support Group





28

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







February 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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