Visualizing Home: A Place of Safety and Joy
In this workshop, join art educator Martina Sestakova in a visual exploration of your senses and what makes you a unique self.
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A Healing Circle – Support Group for Gay Men with Prostate Cancer
DC, United StatesWe 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.
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.
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.
2Unstoppable Yoga for Cancer 6-Week Series
Yoga 6-week series for anyone touched by cancer, including caregivers, family & friends.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
LGBTQIA+ Morning Meditation
Insight Meditation Community of Washington, DC P.O. Box 3, Cabin John, Maryland, United StatesCome 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.
Leukemia and Lymphoma Support Group
DC, United StatesThis monthly support group is designed for adult patients/survivors diagnosed with Leukemia or Lymphoma. The group will incorporate education lectures coupled with emotional support.
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.
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.
Outside the Lines: Social Hour
DC, United StatesCatch up with one another as we reclaim art-making as a healing tool. Participants are welcome to work on their own creative projects as we socialize.
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.
