Cancer Support Group
DC, United StatesOur cancer support group provides opportunity to explore your cancer experience in a safe group setting and to connect with others facing similar challenges.
If you have a problem accessing our program calendar, please email programs@smithcenter.org. We will be happy to talk about our program offerings and assist you with registration.
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Caregiver Support Group
DC, United StatesThis 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.
LGBTQIA+ Morning Meditation
Come together as an LGBTQIA+ community for a weekly morning meditation sit. Hosted by IMCW.
Chair Yoga
DC, United StatesConnect 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.
Multiple Myeloma Cancer Support Group
DC, United StatesThis monthly support group, in partnership with GW Cancer Center, is for adult patients/survivors diagnosed with Multiple Myeloma and their caregivers.
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.
Gentle PM Yoga
DC, United StatesEnjoy a greater sense of well-being and enhanced energy through yoga postures, techniques in progressive relaxation, breathing practices, and meditation.
Outside the Lines
DC, United StatesOutside the Lines: A Creative Art Studio will help you reclaim art-making as a healing tool through guided creative projects.
Grieving Together: An Ongoing Circle
If you’ve lost a loved one, a healing circle for those in grief is an opportunity to share what’s on your heart and mind, to listen, and be listened to deeply and generously.
Meditation and Mindfulness
DC, United StatesDeveloping mindfulness skills can help combat stress, anxiety, and uncertainty. Join for regular sessions to help you better understand your mind.
Knitting on the Couch
DC, United StatesTrained volunteers provide knitting instruction and quality materials in an effort to foster wellness, comfort, and community.
Energy Balancing
DC, United StatesBring 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.
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
Urban Foraging
In this hands-on workshop, you will take a short U Street stroll and learn how to safely identify and incorporate several common wild urban plants in your diet.
Being Together Mindfulness
Specifically, mindfulness helps you access the ability to be non-judgmental, compassionate, patient, present and aware. Join a slightly different guided meditation each week based in mindfulness.
Nueva Vida Grupo de Apoyo (en Español)
DC, United StatesEn Smith Center, Nueva Vida tendrá grupos de apoyo que se enfocan en el apoyo al trauma asociado con el diagnóstico de cáncer.
Strengthening Each Other: A Healing Circle for Muslim Sisters Living with Cancer
Smith Center for Healing and the Arts 1632 U Street, NW, Washington, DC, United StatesA safe and accepting space for Muslim sisters living with cancer to meet, share their stories, and heal together.
CANCELED – 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.
CANCELED – 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.
Loss of a Parent to Cancer Support Group
DC, United StatesThe 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.
