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Chair Yoga

DC, United States

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.

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 States

Enjoy a greater sense of well-being and enhanced energy through yoga postures, techniques in progressive relaxation, breathing practices, and meditation.

Previvor Support Group

This group is for previvors who have an elevated predisposition for a cancer diagnosis or those who have tested positive to cancer genetic markers.

Knitting on the Couch

DC, United States

Trained volunteers provide knitting instruction and quality materials in an effort to foster wellness, comfort, and community.

LGBTQ+ Cancer Support Group

DC, United States

This monthly support group is designed for adults diagnosed with cancer who identify as members of the LGBTQ+ community.

CANCELLED – Qigong

An all levels introduction to the practice of Qigong including discussion, movement and an energetic transmission and meditation.

Smith Center for Healing and the Arts 1632 U Street, NW, Washington, DC, United States

Sense of Tumor: Cancer Comedy Showcase Sense of Tumor is a cancer comedy showcase and fundraiser. The show features incredible local comedians who are cancer survivors or sharing personal cancer stories. … Continue reading

In-Person Energy Balancing

DC, United States

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.

Energy Balancing

DC, United States

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.

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

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.

Nueva Vida Grupo de Apoyo (en Español)

DC, United States

En 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.

CANCELLED – Healing Circle for Parents with Cancer Playdate

Turkey Thicket Recreation Center 1100 Michigan Ave NE, Washington, DC, United States

The Healing Circle for Parents with Cancer will have two meet ups this summer at playgrounds/splash parks in DC. It will be an opportunity for the adults to talk while the kids have fun on the playground/splash park.

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.

Sustainable Journaling

Create a sustainable and fulfilling journaling practice. Learn the benefits, adaptations and a range of diverse strategies to best suit your needs.