|
This month special programs include Advance Directives, Jewelry Making Workshop, Expressive Writing = Emotional Health, Yoga Nidra, Vitalize & Harmonize and Beyond Cancer.
We will be closed on the following days:
- Veterans Day on Wednesday, November 11
- Thanksgiving Break starting at 1 PM on Wednesday, November 25, through Friday, November 27
If you are not a current WeSPARK guest and you or a loved one live with cancer or lost a loved one to cancer, let us help; call us at 818.906.3022 or message us to schedule a brief Welcome Meeting, a required first step to access our FREE programs and workshops.
| | Highlights & Special Programs | | |
Advance Directives:
Documentation for Your Care
with Karen Morin, Founder of LA Patient Advocates
Monday, November 9 at 1 PM
In-person or on Zoom
| Join us and learn what these essential documents are, who needs them, and how to complete them. Understand how an advance care plan and POLST ensure your wishes aren't left to chance. Learn more. | | |
Jewelry Making Workshop:
Holiday Jewelry Creations with Lea
Tuesday, November 10 at 11 AM
In-person
| Join us for a fun and relaxing workshop! Create a special piece of jewelry to treasure or share as a heartfelt gift with someone you love. Learn more. | | |
Expressive Writing = Emotional Health
with David Richman
Tuesday, November 17 at 6 PM
on Zoom
|
Join author David Richman for a writing workshop and learn about the power of writing on emotional health. Explore your creative side in a judgement-free and supportive space. Learn more.
| | |
Vitalize & Harmonize
with Christo Pellani
Friday, November 13 at 11 AM
on Zoom
| Join Christo for a program blending gentle Qi Gong movements with the soothing sound therapy. We’ll explore Coordinated Movement and Breathing Practices in November. Learn more. | | |
Yoga Nidra
with Richard Brenner
Saturdays in Nov. 7, 21 & 28 at 11 AM
on Zoom
| Please join Richard for Yoga Nidra, a simple way to improve sleep, clear your mind, and reduce anxiety or stress. Learn more. | | |
Beyond Cancer
with Leila Costa, LMFT
Friday, November 20 at 11 AM
on Zoom
| Join Leila for an interactive program for anyone affected by cancer. November's focus is How we can use gratitude to navigate challenges. Learn more. | |
Appointments for Individual Services in December open on November 17.
| | |
EFT Tapping - Connie Betteron
Hypnotherapy - Bird Sizelove or Christine Crawford
Manual Lymphatic Drainage Therapy - Julia Morrow
Nurse Navigator - Carina Lexington
Oncology Massage - Julia Morrow
QI Gong - Ed Sullivan
Reflexology - Chris Lindsey or Mitta Wise
Reiki - Brian Kukan or Valerie Luna
Starlight Insights - Jaime Allen
| |
Yoga with Michele
with Michele Rappaport
Wednesdays at 10:30 AM except for 11/11 or 11/25
In-person
| Join Michele for yoga in person for a weekly practice. This is a gentle class for all levels, for all people in all phases of their cancer journey. Learn more. | |
Guided Imagery
with Cheryl O'Neil, C.Ht.
Wednesdays at 1 PM
on Zoom
| Join Cheryl on Wednesdays for Guided Imagery. This guided journey and relaxing practice will leave you rested and ready to take on the rest of your day. Learn more. | | |
Chair Pilates
with June Nocette
Thursdays at 10:30 AM except for 11/26
In-person
| Chair Pilates is a gentle, low-impact workout done using a chair for support. It focuses on improving flexibility, posture, and balance through controlled movements and mindful breathing, making it accessible to all fitness levels. Learn more. | | |
Tai Chi
with Nancy Hammill
Mondays at Noon
In-person
| Please join us for Tai Chi, a slow-flowing exercise often called a moving meditation. It is a graceful, gentle exercise that anyone can learn to do. Learn more. | |
Guided Imagery
with Valerie Luna, C.Ht.
Fridays at 10 AM except for 11/27
on Zoom
| Join Valerie Luna for Guided Imagery. This program can help relieve stress, reduce pain, increase energy, stabilize thoughts and create inner harmony. Learn more. | | |
Reunión social para grupo de apoyo
Lunes 16 de noviembre a las 1 pm
En persona
| Por favor, acompáñenos en una hora de convivencia para los miembros del grupo de apoyo. | | |
Family Grief
with Jo Ann Leone, LCSW, MFT
Tuesdays at 6 PM
on Zoom
| Join Jo Ann for a support group for people who have lost a family member (other than a spouse or partner) or friend to cancer. | |
Partner Grief Group
with Marcy Polsky, LCSW
Wednesdays at 5:30 PM on Zoom
| Join Marcy for support for individuals who have lost a partner to cancer. Find understanding and hope to help ease the pain of losing a loved one. | |
In Treatment Group
with Anita Langer, LMFT
Wednesdays at 3 PM except for 11/25
on Zoom
| Join Anita for a welcoming environment for people with impending surgery and those undergoing radiation and/or chemotherapy. You will cultivate community and find supportive conversations. | | |
Men's Group
with Stephen Lottenberg, MD, PsyD
Thursdays at 2 PM
on Zoom
| Led by a physician and therapist, this group is for men in all stages of a cancer diagnosis, treatment, or after treatment. Learn strategies for coping with diagnosis, side effects from treatment, fear and anxiety and familial relationships. | |
Doing Cancer Solo Group
with Ana R Le, LCSW, MSW
Thursdays at 5 PM
on Zoom
| Please join us if you feel like you are facing cancer without the support of a partner or family. Share tools, strategies and create community. | | |
Care Partners
with Samantha Levy, MA, LMFT
Thursdays at 5 PM
on Zoom
| Join us for a compassionate group for family and friends who are caring for a loved one with cancer. Together, we find ways to reduce isolation and provide support and understanding. | |
Breast Cancer Group
with Jean Griffin Borho, LCSW, MA
Thursdays at 6 PM
on Zoom
| Please join Jean for a group just for women with breast cancer in all stages, from diagnosis to survivorship. Participants will cultivate community, share resources, and find supportive conversations. | |
Ongoing Treatment Group
with Leila Costa, LMFT
Thursdays at 10:15 AM
on Zoom
| Please join Leila for a nurturing group for individuals with a metastatic or advanced cancer diagnosis, where we explore advocating for yourself and improving quality of life—together, in a supportive space. | | | |
Please help us keep our services free for anyone going through a cancer diagnosis.
Click HERE to make your donation!
| | | | | |
