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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
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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
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!
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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.
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Led by Joanna Gillis, LCSW
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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.
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Going once...going twice...
Inspiration & Expression:
(The Last 3 Weeks) Reading & Writing Series
Presented by Deborah Stambler
Join us Wednesdays at 2pm.
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.
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Presented by Ana Lillia
Saturday, April 6th at 12:30
In English & Español
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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!
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Jewelry Workshop
Presented by Holly Feneht
Relax, unwind, connect and get creative with jewelry making.
Call to register. Space is limited.
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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.
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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
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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
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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 |
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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
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Wednesday
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New Time!
1:15pm
Yoga for
Neuropathy
3pm
Children's Support Group
6pm
Teen Support Series
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12:45pm Wake Up Your Lymph System with Movement
6pm
Family Grief Support Group
6:30pm
Caregiver Support Group
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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
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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
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11am
Grupo de Apoyo en
Español
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11am
Gentle Yoga
12:30 Breathwork (English/Spanish class)
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New Time!
1:15pm
Yoga for Neuropathy
3pm
Strengthen & Stretch
4pm
Children's Support Group
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12:45pm Wake Up Your Lymph System with Movement
6pm
Family Grief Support Group
6:30pm
Caregiver Support Group
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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
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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
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9:30am
Kundalini Yoga
10am
Mindful Living
10:30am
Potluck
En Español
11am
Grupo de Apoyo en
Español
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New Time!
1:15pm
Yoga for Neuropathy
3pm
Strengthen & Stretch
4pm
Children's Support Group
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10:15am
Yoga
1pm
Guided Imagery
2:30pm
In Treatment Support Group
3:30pm Inspiration & Expression: Reading & writing series
(6 of 6)
6pm
Partner Grief Support Group
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10am
Healing Flow Yoga
Time Change!
10:15am
Ongoing Treatment / Metastatic Support Group
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
Grupo de Apoyo en
Español
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Closed for Passover
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New Time!
1:15pm
Yoga for Neuropathy
3pm
Strengthen & Stretch
4pm
Children's Support Group
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12:45pm Wake Up Your Lymph System with Movement
6pm
Family Grief Support Group
6:30pm
Caregiver Support Group
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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] |
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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
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9:30am
Kundalini Yoga
11am
Grupo de Apoyo en
Español
11am
Mindful Living Potluck
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New Time!
1:15pm
Yoga for Neuropathy
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12:45pm Wake Up Your Lymph System with Movement
6pm
Family Grief Support Group
6:30pm
Caregiver Support Group
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April 2019 Healing Therapies
**By appointment only**
Please call our office to schedule your next appointment
818-906-3022
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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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Donate to weSPARK
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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