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Blends for the Body
Blends for the Body
Dive into the restorative benefits of essential oils. Craft body oil and scrub blends uniquely tailored to your essence. Family Friendly Program!
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Cultivating Hope (2)
Cultivating Hope (2)
We will engage meditation, movement, visualization and sharing our stories as ways to help us embrace hope and optimism.
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Caregiver Support Group
Caregiver Support Group
This group, led by a licensed psychologist, is designed to provide cancer caregivers with the opportunity to meet other caregivers, learn about useful tools for self-care, and explore ways to thrive in the caregiving role.
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Loss of a Parent to Cancer Support Group
Loss of a Parent to Cancer Support Group
The loss of a parent from cancer brings with it many complex feelings. Sadness, anger, and regret are just a few of the feelings you may experience.
7 events,
Spiritual Companioning
Regardless of your personal beliefs or faith system, working with a spiritual companion offers you an opportunity to reflect with another on what is going on for you spiritually, and explore how to integrate your cancer experience with your personal beliefs.
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LGBTQIA+ Morning Meditation
LGBTQIA+ Morning Meditation
Come together as an LGBTQIA+ community for a weekly morning meditation sit.
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Pop-Up Book Club
Pop-Up Book Club
Welcome to "Pop-Up Book Club," a community of book lovers diving into current and relevant book material.
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Chair Yoga
Chair Yoga
Connect body and mind. You are invited to relax deeply as we move through a series of gentle seated and supported poses that promote self-care.
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Healing Circle for Parents with Cancer
Healing Circle for Parents with Cancer
A peer-led virtual support group for parents who are newly diagnosed, in active treatment or in survivorship.
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Building a Healing Kitchen and Pantry
Building a Healing Kitchen and Pantry
We will review essential items that you can keep in your pantry, fridge, and freezer to create delicious, balanced meals.
5 events,
Spiritual Companioning
Regardless of your personal beliefs or faith system, working with a spiritual companion offers you an opportunity to reflect with another on what is going on for you spiritually, and explore how to integrate your cancer experience with your personal beliefs.
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Grieving Together: A 6-Week Series
Grieving Together: A 6-Week Series
If you have lost a loved one, this is an opportunity to share what is on your heart and mind right now, to listen and be listened to deeply and generously.
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Meditation and Mindfulness
Meditation and Mindfulness
Developing mindfulness skills can help combat stress, anxiety, and uncertainty. Join for regular sessions to help you better understand your mind.
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Knitting on the Couch
Knitting on the Couch
Trained volunteers provide knitting instruction and quality materials in an effort to foster wellness, comfort, and community.
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POSTPONED – Poetry as a Tool for Joy, Grief, and All Points in Between
POSTPONED – Poetry as a Tool for Joy, Grief, and All Points in Between
Join international award-winning poet Gayle Danley for much laughter, emotion, comfort, understanding and instruction in the art of slam poetry.
5 events,
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In-Person Energy Balancing
In-Person Energy Balancing
Bring the subtle energies of your body back into balance with a half-hour of stress-reducing relaxation to calm the body and enhance your well-being.
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Energy Balancing
Energy Balancing
Bring the subtle energies of your body back into balance with a half-hour of stress-reducing relaxation to calm the body and enhance your well-being.
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Sunset Gentle Hatha Yoga
Sunset Gentle Hatha Yoga
Start getting ready for the weekend (or end your day ...) by practicing some gentle hatha yoga to explore letting go of what no longer serves you.
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Simply M The Movement
Simply M The Movement
Dance and music can heal your mind, body and soul. This is a 1 hour dance class set to a carefully curated musical playlist that will inspire and elevate
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Black Women with Breast Cancer Group
Black Women with Breast Cancer Group
The virtual support group is for Black Women who have been diagnosed with any stage of Breast Cancer.
0 events,
5 events,
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Nueva Vida Grupo de Apoyo (en Español)
Nueva Vida Grupo de Apoyo (en Español)
En Smith Center, Nueva Vida tendrá grupos de apoyo que se enfocan en el apoyo al trauma asociado con el diagnóstico de cáncer.
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Painting for Life
Painting for Life
By intentionally focusing on the emotional process rather than the artistic product, participants are able to unleash their creative powers and produce striking works that have the power to heal and awaken.
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Healing U Wellness Festival
Healing U Wellness Festival
Join us at the Healing U Wellness Festival for a day of self-care, relaxation, and rejuvenation for your mind, body, and soul!
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Painting for Life
Painting for Life
By intentionally focusing on the emotional process rather than the artistic product, participants are able to unleash their creative powers and produce striking works that have the power to heal and awaken.
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Dance Party
Dance Party
Dance Party is hosted by DJ Dimepiece, a professional DJ in LA, California who will help you groove in your own home with a unique playlist each month.
0 events,
3 events,
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Nutrition Club
Nutrition Club
An opportunity for cancer patients, survivors, caregivers and providers to learn about the role of nutrition in cancer prevention, treatment & survivorship.
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Caregiver Support Group
Caregiver Support Group
This group, led by a licensed psychologist, is designed to provide cancer caregivers with the opportunity to meet other caregivers, learn about useful tools for self-care, and explore ways to thrive in the caregiving role.
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Cancer Support Group
Cancer Support Group
Our cancer support group provides opportunity to explore your cancer experience in a safe group setting and to connect with others facing similar challenges.
10 events,
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LGBTQIA+ Morning Meditation
LGBTQIA+ Morning Meditation
Come together as an LGBTQIA+ community for a weekly morning meditation sit.
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How to Support a Loved One with Cancer and Caregiver Self-Care Workshop
How to Support a Loved One with Cancer and Caregiver Self-Care Workshop
Come learn how caregivers make a difference, discuss the common challenges that caregivers confront, and learn tools and techniques to take good care of yourself.
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Gynecologic Cancer Support Group
Gynecologic Cancer Support Group
This monthly support group is designed for adult patients/survivors diagnosed with gynecologic cancers and their caregivers.
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Chair Yoga
Chair Yoga
Connect body and mind. You are invited to relax deeply as we move through a series of gentle seated and supported poses that promote self-care.
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SC Writes for Young Adults
SC Writes for Young Adults
Welcome back to SC Writes for Young Adult Cancer Survivors (YACS), where we will deepen our writing and sharing in a safe and supportive environment.
6 events,
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Outside the Lines
Outside the Lines
Outside the Lines: A Creative Art Studio will help you reclaim art-making as a healing tool through guided creative projects.
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Loss of a Loved One to Cancer Support Group
Loss of a Loved One to Cancer Support Group
This monthly support group, facilitated by a licensed clinical social worker, is for anyone who has lost a loved one to cancer.
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Knitting on the Couch
Knitting on the Couch
Trained volunteers provide knitting instruction and quality materials in an effort to foster wellness, comfort, and community.
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Healing Circle for Metastatic Breast Cancer Thrivers 45+
Healing Circle for Metastatic Breast Cancer Thrivers 45+
This peer-led healing circle, for people who are 45+ living with Metastatic Breast Cancer, will provide a safe place to connect and share in community.
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DC Young Adult Cancer Meet Up and Support Group
DC Young Adult Cancer Meet Up and Support Group
This monthly gathering is an opportunity to meet other young adult cancer survivors and their caregivers in their 20s, 30s and early 40s.
5 events,
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In-Person Energy Balancing
In-Person Energy Balancing
Bring the subtle energies of your body back into balance with a half-hour of stress-reducing relaxation to calm the body and enhance your well-being.
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Energy Balancing
Energy Balancing
Bring the subtle energies of your body back into balance with a half-hour of stress-reducing relaxation to calm the body and enhance your well-being.
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Sunset Gentle Hatha Yoga
Sunset Gentle Hatha Yoga
Start getting ready for the weekend (or end your day ...) by practicing some gentle hatha yoga to explore letting go of what no longer serves you.
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Simply M The Movement
Simply M The Movement
Dance and music can heal your mind, body and soul. This is a 1 hour dance class set to a carefully curated musical playlist that will inspire and elevate
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Community Sound Bath
Community Sound Bath
Join in a virtual community to be supported by the soothing vibrations of breath, silence, and sound.
1 event,
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Radical Writing Space
Radical Writing Space
Join us for inspiring writing prompts and time to write and share your experience of putting your most radical emotions, feelings, and experiences on paper.
5 events,
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Nueva Vida Grupo de Apoyo (en Español)
Nueva Vida Grupo de Apoyo (en Español)
En Smith Center, Nueva Vida tendrá grupos de apoyo que se enfocan en el apoyo al trauma asociado con el diagnóstico de cáncer.
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Radiant Resilience: A Journey Towards Self-Love and Acceptance for Black Women with Breast Cancer
Radiant Resilience: A Journey Towards Self-Love and Acceptance for Black Women with Breast Cancer
This transformative program will provide space to explore body image complexities and the opportunity to build self-love and resilience.
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Stitched Together
Stitched Together
Gathering in community as many have done for centuries, share ideas for using needle and thread to bring joy and creativity to our everyday lives.
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Painting for Life
Painting for Life
By intentionally focusing on the emotional process rather than the artistic product, participants are able to unleash their creative powers and produce striking works that have the power to heal and awaken.
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Painting for Life
Painting for Life
By intentionally focusing on the emotional process rather than the artistic product, participants are able to unleash their creative powers and produce striking works that have the power to heal and awaken.
0 events,
0 events,
6 events,
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LGBTQIA+ Morning Meditation
LGBTQIA+ Morning Meditation
Come together as an LGBTQIA+ community for a weekly morning meditation sit.
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Chair Yoga
Chair Yoga
Connect body and mind. You are invited to relax deeply as we move through a series of gentle seated and supported poses that promote self-care.
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Prostate Cancer Support Group
Prostate Cancer Support Group
This monthly support group, in partnership with the GW Cancer Center, is designed for adult patients/survivors diagnosed with Prostate cancer.
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Healing Menu Planning and Meal Prep
Healing Menu Planning and Meal Prep
We will review how to select recipes, build a shopping list and prep your meals to support a kitchen that fits your lifestyle.
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Gentle PM Yoga
Gentle PM Yoga
Enjoy a greater sense of well-being and enhanced energy through yoga postures, techniques in progressive relaxation, breathing practices, and meditation.
2 events,
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Meditation and Mindfulness
Meditation and Mindfulness
Developing mindfulness skills can help combat stress, anxiety, and uncertainty. Join for regular sessions to help you better understand your mind.
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Knitting on the Couch
Knitting on the Couch
Trained volunteers provide knitting instruction and quality materials in an effort to foster wellness, comfort, and community.
4 events,
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Energy Balancing
Energy Balancing
Bring the subtle energies of your body back into balance with a half-hour of stress-reducing relaxation to calm the body and enhance your well-being.
-
Sunset Gentle Hatha Yoga
Sunset Gentle Hatha Yoga
Start getting ready for the weekend (or end your day ...) by practicing some gentle hatha yoga to explore letting go of what no longer serves you.
-
Simply M The Movement
Simply M The Movement
Dance and music can heal your mind, body and soul. This is a 1 hour dance class set to a carefully curated musical playlist that will inspire and elevate
-
Black Women with Breast Cancer Group
Black Women with Breast Cancer Group
The virtual support group is for Black Women who have been diagnosed with any stage of Breast Cancer.
1 event,
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Expressive Photography and Mindfulness
Expressive Photography and Mindfulness
We will begin a practice of visual mindfulness and get into creating images with photography prompts that will spark your creative voice.
4 events,
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Nueva Vida Grupo de Apoyo (en Español)
Nueva Vida Grupo de Apoyo (en Español)
En Smith Center, Nueva Vida tendrá grupos de apoyo que se enfocan en el apoyo al trauma asociado con el diagnóstico de cáncer.
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Healing Circle for Young Adults with Metastatic Breast Cancer
Healing Circle for Young Adults with Metastatic Breast Cancer
A demand-driven, patient-led support group for young women and men (diagnosed between the age of 18 - 45ish) with metastatic breast cancer in the DMV.
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Painting for Life
Painting for Life
By intentionally focusing on the emotional process rather than the artistic product, participants are able to unleash their creative powers and produce striking works that have the power to heal and awaken.
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Painting for Life
Painting for Life
By intentionally focusing on the emotional process rather than the artistic product, participants are able to unleash their creative powers and produce striking works that have the power to heal and awaken.
1 event,
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Young Adult Cancer SurvivorSHIP: Who Am I Now?
Young Adult Cancer SurvivorSHIP: Who Am I Now?
A Free Education Program & Brunch Cruise on The Potomac
4 events,
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Painting in Community
Painting in Community
Bring yourself and your favorite painting supplies. We will paint, listen to soothing music and share our creations.
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Cancer Support Group
Cancer Support Group
Our cancer support group provides opportunity to explore your cancer experience in a safe group setting and to connect with others facing similar challenges.
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Caregiver Support Group
Caregiver Support Group
This group, led by a licensed psychologist, is designed to provide cancer caregivers with the opportunity to meet other caregivers, learn about useful tools for self-care, and explore ways to thrive in the caregiving role.
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Loss of a Parent to Cancer Support Group
Loss of a Parent to Cancer Support Group
The loss of a parent from cancer brings with it many complex feelings. Sadness, anger, and regret are just a few of the feelings you may experience.
4 events,
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LGBTQIA+ Morning Meditation
LGBTQIA+ Morning Meditation
Come together as an LGBTQIA+ community for a weekly morning meditation sit.
-
Chair Yoga
Chair Yoga
Connect body and mind. You are invited to relax deeply as we move through a series of gentle seated and supported poses that promote self-care.
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Multiple Myeloma Cancer Support Group
Multiple Myeloma Cancer Support Group
This monthly support group, in partnership with GW Cancer Center, is for adult patients/survivors diagnosed with Multiple Myeloma and their caregivers.
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Gentle PM Yoga
Gentle PM Yoga
Enjoy a greater sense of well-being and enhanced energy through yoga postures, techniques in progressive relaxation, breathing practices, and meditation.
4 events,
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Knitting on the Couch
Knitting on the Couch
Trained volunteers provide knitting instruction and quality materials in an effort to foster wellness, comfort, and community.
-
LGBTQ+ Cancer Support Group
LGBTQ+ Cancer Support Group
This monthly support group is designed for adults diagnosed with cancer who identify as members of the LGBTQ+ community.
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Community Sound Bath
Community Sound Bath
Join in a virtual community to be supported by the soothing vibrations of breath, silence, and sound.
4 events,
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Energy Balancing
Energy Balancing
Bring the subtle energies of your body back into balance with a half-hour of stress-reducing relaxation to calm the body and enhance your well-being.
-
Sunset Gentle Hatha Yoga
Sunset Gentle Hatha Yoga
Start getting ready for the weekend (or end your day ...) by practicing some gentle hatha yoga to explore letting go of what no longer serves you.
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Simply M The Movement
Simply M The Movement
Dance and music can heal your mind, body and soul. This is a 1 hour dance class set to a carefully curated musical playlist that will inspire and elevate
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A Healing Circle – Support Group for Gay Men with Prostate Cancer
A Healing Circle – Support Group for Gay Men with Prostate Cancer
We are a group of gay men who have been diagnosed with prostate cancer or who are recovering from treatment that offer support to each other.
0 events,
2 events,
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Painting for Life
Painting for Life
By intentionally focusing on the emotional process rather than the artistic product, participants are able to unleash their creative powers and produce striking works that have the power to heal and awaken.
-
Painting for Life
Painting for Life
By intentionally focusing on the emotional process rather than the artistic product, participants are able to unleash their creative powers and produce striking works that have the power to heal and awaken.
0 events,
1 event,
6 events,
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LGBTQIA+ Morning Meditation
LGBTQIA+ Morning Meditation
Come together as an LGBTQIA+ community for a weekly morning meditation sit.
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Leukemia and Lymphoma Support Group
Leukemia and Lymphoma Support Group
This monthly support group is designed for adult patients/survivors diagnosed with Leukemia or Lymphoma. The group will incorporate education lectures coupled with emotional support.
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Chair Yoga
Chair Yoga
Connect body and mind. You are invited to relax deeply as we move through a series of gentle seated and supported poses that promote self-care.
-
Healing Circle for Parents with Cancer
Healing Circle for Parents with Cancer
A peer-led virtual support group for parents who are newly diagnosed, in active treatment or in survivorship.
-
Gentle PM Yoga
Gentle PM Yoga
Enjoy a greater sense of well-being and enhanced energy through yoga postures, techniques in progressive relaxation, breathing practices, and meditation.
1 event,
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Knitting on the Couch
Knitting on the Couch
Trained volunteers provide knitting instruction and quality materials in an effort to foster wellness, comfort, and community.
3 events,
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Energy Balancing
Energy Balancing
Bring the subtle energies of your body back into balance with a half-hour of stress-reducing relaxation to calm the body and enhance your well-being.
-
Sunset Gentle Hatha Yoga
Sunset Gentle Hatha Yoga
Start getting ready for the weekend (or end your day ...) by practicing some gentle hatha yoga to explore letting go of what no longer serves you.
-
Simply M The Movement
Simply M The Movement
Dance and music can heal your mind, body and soul. This is a 1 hour dance class set to a carefully curated musical playlist that will inspire and elevate
1 event,
Spiritual Companioning
Regardless of your personal beliefs or faith system, working with a spiritual companion offers you an opportunity to reflect with another on what is going on for you spiritually, and explore how to integrate your cancer experience with your personal beliefs.
