Participants can take advantage of one-on-one time with our experienced oncology nurse. She can help with treatment and post-treatment information & issues, as well as symptom management. Available in person, by phone, or emails. For participants and caregivers.

Round table discussions on assorted topics

Our support group program is built on the present need of our participants.
Examples of groups we have/are offering include:

• Caregiver support group
• Men’s support group
• Back on Track- a group aimed to support those who are 3 months post treatment
• Think Smart Live Well- a psycho-educations, life skills group
• Peer support group (on going)
• In treatment group
• Wellness groups for children( either who have cancer or have someone they love who has cancer)
• Etc.

• Learn more about safe internet sites of research
• Select a book to borrow

Journaling

Journaling is a term coined for the practice of keeping a diary or journal that explores thoughts and feelings surrounding the events of one’s life.

The WICWC gym is specifically designed to be easily transferable – all of our equipment is simple and light and easy for you to purchase so that you may practice your exercises in your home when you aren’t able to come to the Centre.

Class designed to discuss and teach healthy food choices and delicious food preparations.

This beginner-level yoga is very gentle & relaxing, and sensitive to the needs of those with cancer. For hygienic reasons, please bring their own mats, blankets and or towels, and water bottle.

In this workshop, participants will be given the opportunity to learn how to create creams and lotions. Natural products will be used in the creation of the products.
 

A six week session in which participants are guided through the expression of their emotions into various art forms. The setting is very relaxed. No artistic talent is necessary.
 

A special time for our participants when cancer can be ’forgotten’, and they can enjoy various activities in an atmosphere of fun and optimism. A humorous penalty is imposed when the “C” word is spoken! .
 

A modern version of several healing practices and is a safe, gentle, non-invasive technique. The main functions of Therapeutic Touch are relaxation and pain reduction, thereby enhancing the body’s natural healing process. The duration of a treatment is 20 minutes followed by a 10 minute rest period.
 

Experience a relaxed inner-calm, greater serenity, improved sleep and lessen pain, lower anxiety, decrease mind “chatter”, and boost energy levels. This 5-week course (1 hour per week) introduces you to basic meditation techniques and teaches you to focus your mind to stay the present moment.
 

Acts to detect and release energy blocks by placing pressure on key integration points.

 

Qigong combines meditation, slow walking accompanied by arm movements, and slow and steady breathing exercises. It is an ancient Chinese holistic healing system that uses exercises to increase energy, reduce fatigue, and to develop one’s healing power.
 

A massage for the feet that gently presses on strategic points to clear blockages, and brings energy through the body.
 

Reiki is a Japanese technique for stress reduction and relaxation; it can be compared to a full body massage without touching. A Reiki session promotes a state of deep relaxation, combined with a general feeling of well-being. This is done in a private session and appointments are booked in advance.