Cancer Patients & Survivors

We understand that from the moment you receive a diagnosis of cancer, nothing will be the same. Smith Center is dedicated to helping cancer patients and survivors.

We offer educational programs, wellness programs, and personalized support to empower patients and survivors in their journey. We believe in a holistic approach to cancer care, focusing on emotional and spiritual well-being as well as physical health.

Smith Center is committed to providing the tools and resources needed to help you cope with your diagnosis, manage your treatment, and ultimately, thrive.

January 26 6:00pm

Cancer support and wellness for all

Our programs are tailored to the needs of people affected by cancer. However, many of the classes we offer are also useful to a broader audience interested in wellness and integrative health and are therefore open to the whole community.

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Patient Navigation

The Smith Center’s Institute for Integrative Oncology Navigation (IION) focuses on comprehensive support for cancer patients, providing quality integrative care, education, and raising awareness.

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Artist in Residence

Our Artist-in-Residence program (AIR) engages patients and clinical staff in creative arts activities as part of the healing process through the visual arts, creative writing, storytelling, music, creative movement, and guided imagery.

Cancer Patients & Survivors resources

Special Place Guided Imagery

Special Place Guided Imagery helps reduce treatment-related anxiety, nausea, fatigue, and depression while increasing comfort, …

Health and WellnessCancer Support

Mindful Breathing Meditation

Mindful Breathing Meditation helps ease pain, reduce chemo-related symptoms, boost immunity, and increase calm, self-awareness,…

Cancer SupportHealth and Wellness

Ina®, The Intelligent Nutrition Assistant

Smith Center for Healing and the Arts and Savor Health are excited to introduce Ina®, The Intelligent Nutrition Assistant. Ina®…

Health and Wellness

DC Young Adult Cancer Community Programs

The DC Young Adult Cancer Community (DCYACC) is all about addressing the unique challenges and concerns of young adults in…

Health and WellnessCancer Support

Acupuncture

Cancer Support

William Wendt Center for Loss and Healing

Wendt Center for Loss and Healing helps people in the DC area rebuild a sense of safety and hope after experiencing a loss, lif…

Cancer Support

Artist-in-Residence Program at the Inova Schar Cancer Institute

Smith Center for Healing and the Arts and the Inova Life with Cancer program are pleased to announce the development of the Smi…

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Feedback from Training Alumni

I plan to return home and recommend my hospital send our nurse navigator staff as well as oncology RNs. The Smith Center staff organized and facilitated a week long learning experience bar-none to any other I have seen.

Cancer Support Group

LGBTQIA+ Morning Meditation

Leukemia and Lymphoma Support Group

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