Our New Home - the LivingWell Cancer Resource Center

www.livingwellcrc.org 630/262-1111 

APRIL–JUNE 2012 • ISSUE 25 

Our New Home 

LivingWell will begin holding programs at our 

new location starting Monday May 7th, 2012. 

Our address is 442 Williamsburg Avenue 

Geneva, IL. Phone 630-262-1111 for more 

information. 

Our beautiful new facility has been designed 

to be a place of serenity, comfort, and 

tranquility. We believe it will help us fully 

support cancer survivors and their families 

as they navigate their way through diagnosis, 

treatment and survivorship. 

 

 

 

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Feature Programs 

Our programs and services are available to everyone touched by cancer. This includes survivors, family members, friends and caregivers. 

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Get a Sneak Peek... 

LivingWell will host a 

participant Open House on 

Friday, April 27 from 12:30- 

4pm at our new facility, 442 

Williamsburg Ave, Geneva, 

IL. No registration is 

required. 

Non-Toxic Gardening – The Many Benefits 

for Our Health and Our Planet 

NO NEED TO 

REGISTER 

NEW 

PROGRAM 

Thursday, June 7, 10:45 – 11:30am 

Following her Yoga for Gardeners class, Terry 

Hoffman will lead a discussion on the many benefits 

of cruelty free, non-chemical (non-toxic) gardening 

techniques, giving back to the earth, growing and 

eating organically, etc. Terry will share information 

and resources needed to create your own non-toxic 

garden. Healthy refreshments will be served. Dropins 

welcome. 

Dying To Do Letterman Comedy Show* 

Monday, April 30, 6:30-8pm, presented by 

Steve Mazan, comedian and author of “Dying 

To Do Letterman” 

Steve Mazan is a comedian, Emmy winning writer, 

and the subject of the award-winning documentary 

“Dying to do Letterman.” In 2005, Steve was 

diagnosed with cancer and given a worst-case 

scenario of five years to live. Rather than slow down, 

Steve decided to use whatever time he had left to 

chase his ultimate dream: to perform his comedy 

on The Late Show with David Letterman. Steve’s comedy has been called 

“brilliant” and “clever” and between the laughs he includes his inspirational 

reminder that “It’s not how much time you have, it’s what you do with it.” 

Join us for an evening of laughter and inspiration. Pre-registration by April 

25 is required as seating is limited. *This event will take place at the new 

LivingWell facility. Address and directions will be provided upon registration. 

Advances In Lung Cancer 

Tuesday, May 8, 6:30-8pm, presented by 

Philip D. Bonomi, MD, Rush University 

Medical Center 

Dr. Bonomi, lung cancer expert and one of Chicago 

Magazine’s Top Doctors, will discuss new research 

into the causes of non-smoking related lung cancers, 

advances in treatment for all types of lung cancer, and 

what research is currently in the pipeline for causes, 

early detection, and treatment of all types of lung 

cancer. Pre-registration is required at 630-262-1111. 

Advances in Liver and Pancreatic Cancer 

Monday, June 25 6-7:30pm, Presented by 

John Brems, MD, FACS from the Center 

For Advanced Liver & Pancreatic Care at 

Sherman Health 

Treatment for liver and pancreatic disease has come 

a long way. Many new techniques are available to 

those facing a liver or pancreatic cancer diagnosis. 

Join one of Chicago Magazine’s Top Docs and 

renowned liver and pancreatic surgeon, Dr. John 

Brems, for a discussion on the new diagnostic and treatment procedures for 

liver, bile duct, and pancreatic cancers. 

Nature Camp 

Monday-Thursday, June 25, 26, 27, & 28 from 

11am-2pm 

Bring the kids out for this four-day adventure at 

Leroy Oaks Forest preserve. We will enjoy nature 

in the creek, catching frogs & tadpoles, make a 

sculpted creation in clay, paint a canvas, and create 

a torn paper picture. Please wear clothing that can 

get dirty and wet, apply sunscreen and bug spray, 

and pack a lunch each day. Those ages 5 and up are 

welcome to attend without a parent. Those younger 

than 5 are required to be accompanied by a parent or caregiver. Group will 

meet at Leroy Oaks Forest Preserve in St. Charles. Details available upon 

registration. 

STRESS RELIEF SERIES 

Laughter to Manage Pain and Stress 

Thursdays, May 3, 10, 17 and 24 from 6-7pm 

Laughter is nature’s medicine that can help you manage pain while 

reducing stress. Join laughter yoga leader and facilitator, Terri Reasoner 

Ph.D., for some time to de-stress with laughter. Using Laughter Yoga 

exercises, this simple yet powerful approach to laughter can be done by 

anyone, at anytime, or anywhere regardless of what your mind has to say. 

You don’t have to have a sense of humor or know any joke—so join the 

fun and laugh with us for no reason at all. This is a series class; attendees 

are encouraged to attend all four sessions which will cover different 

techniques. Pre-registration required at 630-262-1111. 

Ask and It is Given: Three Key Steps to Asking 

for What You Want (and Getting It) 

Thursday, May 17, 7:00- 8:30 pm, Leslie Karen Sann, LCPC 

Most of us struggle with the push and pull of relationships—whether 

they are with family members, friends, co-workers, or medical professionals. 

We often feel guilty or uncomfortable asking for what we want 

or need. Add a cancer diagnosis into the mix, and things can really get 

stressful. Join Leslie Karen Sann, MA, LCPC, in this essential workshop 

about the power of identifying your needs and articulating them in a way 

that yields positive results—for everyone involved. Leslie is an innovative 

Board Certified Professional Counselor, educator and coach, who for 

more than 25 years has used her gifts to awaken possibility, authenticity 

and joy. Pre-registration required at 630-262-1111. 

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Feature Programs 

NO NEED TO 

REGISTER 

NEW 

PROGRAM 

Reiki For You 

Thursdays, June 14, 21 and 28 from 6-9pm 

Join us for Level 1 Reiki Training and learn how to support your 

own healing or share healing with others. Reiki is an energy-based, 

complementary healing technique that promotes relaxation, stress release, 

and mental clarity; it works holistically, moving us toward balance physically, 

emotionally, mentally and spiritually. In this three-class series you will learn 

this simple technique that will enable you to offer Reiki to yourself and 

others every day. Completion of all three classes is required to receive your 

certificate. Sponsored by The Reiki Share Project®; the course will be taught 

by Reiki Master Teachers trained by and affiliated with TRSP. 6-9pm, 

Thursdays, June 14, 21 and 28. Pre-registration required at 630-262-1111, 

must commit to all three classes. 

Yoga for Gardeners 

Thursday, June 7, 9:30-10:30am 

It’s that wonderful time of year for lovely flowers 

and fresh fruits and vegetables. Unfortunately, 

for many gardeners, it is also a time for aching 

backs or painful joints. Join certified yoga teacher 

and gardener, Terry Hoffman, for this yoga class 

focused on making your gardening a meditative 

and pain-free experience. Open to all levels, preregistration 

and a physician’s release and health 

history forms are required. Join us for Non-Toxic 

Gardening immediately following this class. 

Off Campus Programs 

NO NEED TO 

REGISTER 

NEW 

PROGRAM 

LivingWell is proud to partner with our 

local cancer care centers to bring free 

programs and services for those impacted 

by cancer. 

Aurora 

Breast Cancer Support Group 

LivingWell is pleased to announce a joint 

partnership with the Rush Copley Medical 

Center in providing a monthly breast cancer 

support group at Rush-Copley Medical Center 

for individuals affected by breast cancer. Meets 

the third Tuesday of each month from 

6:30-8:30pm (April 17, May 15, and 

June 19). A separate group for Spanishspeaking 

participants will be held at the 

same time. Group meets at the Rush-Copley 

Heart Institute, 2088 Ogden Ave, 2nd floor, 

Aurora, IL. Drop-ins welcome. 

DeKalb NEW! 

Laughter To Manage Pain & 

Stress 

Did you know that repetitive laughter can 

have the same effect on your body as repetitive 

exercise? Laughter is nature’s medicine that can 

help you manage pain while reducing stress. Using 

Laughter Yoga exercises, this simple yet powerful 

approach to laughter can be done by anyone, at 

anytime, or anywhere regardless of what your 

mind has to say. Join LivingWell Cancer Resource 

Center and Terri Reasoner, Ph.D., CPT, for some 

stress reduction while you let your inner giggles 

shine! Meets Wednesday, April 18 from 

6:30-7:30pm at the Kish Hospital Roberts 

Conference Center, One Kish Hospital 

Drive, Garden Level, DeKalb, IL 60115. Preregistration 

is required at 815-748-2958 or 

630-262-1111. 

Elgin 

LivingWell Yoga 

Yoga helps increase flexibility, reduce anxiety 

and stress, support the immune system and 

enhance overall well-being. Classes are modified 

to adapt to all levels of experience, flexibility 

and limitations. Meets Wednesdays, from 

6-7pm, at the Provena Saint Joseph 

Hospital Medical Office Building 1, 87 N. 

Airlite Ave, Elgin, IL. Pre-registration 

is required. 630-262-1111. A physician’s 

release and a health history form are 

required to be on file at LivingWell prior to 

taking this class. 

Joliet 

LivingWell is proud to offer free programs and 

services in the Joliet area. Please call LivingWell 

at 630-262-1111 for details and registration. 

Naperville 

General Cancer Support Group 

This general cancer support group is facilitated 

by LivingWell program coordinator and licensed 

professional counselor, Missy Petty, M.Ed., LPC, 

and it is open to those with any type of cancer. 

A caregiver’s group meets at the same time. 

Meets every third Wednesday of the month 

from 7:00-8:30pm. (April 18, May 16, 

June 20). Pre-registration is required at 

630-262-1111. Group meets at the Edward 

Naperville Cancer Center, 120 Spalding 

Drive, Naperville, IL. 

Health Insurance, Disability 

Insurance & Health Care 

Options 

Monica Fawzy-Bryant, 

staff attorney at the 

Cancer Legal Resource 

Center, will review the 

health insurance options 

available to people with 

pre-existing conditions 

and coverage issues 

as well as the benefits 

available to those who 

are temporarily or permanently unable to work. 

Discussion will include eligibility requirements, 

SSDI, SSDI, Medicaid, Medicare, COBRA, the 

Insurance Premium Payment Program (HIPP), 

and other applicable programs and benefits. 

Meets Thursday, May 10 from 6-7:30pm 

at DuPage Medical Group Oncology, 

1020 E. Ogden Ave, Naperville, IL. Preregistration 

is required at 630-364-7431 

or 630-262-1111. 

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Off Campus Programs 

NO NEED TO 

REGISTER 

NEW 

PROGRAM 

Back On Track © 

Back On Track is a special series of lectures and 

workshops designed for those who have recently 

completed cancer treatment. Attendance at 

all sessions is not required but is encouraged. 

Sessions will take place the second 

Saturday of every month from 9-10:30am 

at DuPage Medical Group Oncology, 

1020 E. Ogden Ave, Naperville, IL. Preregistration 

is required at 630-364-7431 

or 630-262-1111. 

5/12/2012 

Nutrition and Weight Management After 

Cancer 

This workshop will review the basics of nutrition 

and what a healthy diet should include, 

information on decoding nutrition labels and 

ingredients, food myths (sugar, soy, etc), vitamins 

and supplement recommendations, pros and cons 

of specific diets (vegan, macrobiotic, raw food, 

etc), how to give your eating habits a makeover, 

and why good nutrition is beneficial for cancer 

survivors will be discussed. 

6/9/2012 

Managing Late Term Treatment Related Side 

Effects 

This presentation will review the common late 

term side effects from your cancer treatment and 

how they are treated/alleviated, what you should 

be on the lookout for, when you should call the 

doctor, which medical professionals will play a role 

in your survivorship care. 

St. Charles 

Healing Gardens 

at Stone Hill Farm 

Deb Marqui, LCSW, is a survivor of lymphoma and 

breast cancer. Through her cancer journey, she was 

inspired to create a healing sanctuary on her two 

acres of gardens and wooded paths and to share a 

safe, quiet place for others to experience the restoration 

of mind, body, and spirit through nature. 

Feel free to read, draw, walk, sit, swing (on a swing 

or hammock), journal or meditate. Please enjoy and 

honor the quiet so that you and others can hear nature 

speaking. Deb, a licensed clinical social worker, 

will be available to help guide the nature experience. 

Healing Gardens is free. Individuals and groups are 

welcome. 37W249 Dean Street | St. Charles, 

IL 60175 | 630-377-1846 (just west of 

Randall Road, north of Route 64) 2nd Sunday 

every month, from 11am to 4pm from 

April-October. 

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Warrenville 

Caregiver’s Support Group 

This monthly support group embraces the 

importance of those dedicated to caring for 

loved ones living with cancer. Meets the first 

Wednesday of the month from 11:30am- 

12:30pm. Meets at the CDH Cancer Center, 

4405 Weaver Parkway, Warrenville, IL. Preregistration 

is required at 630-262-1111. 

Knitting Circle 

Do you knit, crochet or do needlepoint? 

Repetitive needle work has been found to 

relieve stress and anxiety resulting in improved 

health. Join us in the afternoon for coffee and 

socializing. Bring your friends and family; this 

group is open to the community. Meets the 

first and third Friday of every month from 

1:00-2:30pm at the CDH Cancer Center, 

4405 Weaver Parkway, Warrenville, IL. 

Pre-registration is required. 630-262- 

1111. 

LivingWell Fitness 

This upbeat class rotates through a variety 

of fitness routines, including cardiovascular 

routines, light weight training, bands and 

more. Movements can be modified for all levels 

of fitness. Open to men & women. Meets 

Tuesdays from 6-6:45pm. Gym shoes are 

recommended. A physician’s release and 

a health history form are required to be on 

file at LivingWell prior to taking this class. 

Meets at the CDH Cancer Center, 4405 

Weaver Parkway, Warrenville, IL. Preregistration 

is required. 630-262-1111. 


Yoga helps increase flexibility, reduce anxiety 

and stress, support the immune system and 

enhance overall well-being. Poses are modified 

to adapt to all levels of experience, flexibility 

and limitations. A physician’s release and 

a health history form are required to be 

on file at LivingWell prior to taking this 

class. Meets Mondays and Wednesdays, 

from 6-7pm, and on Fridays from 9-10am 

at the CDH Cancer Center, 4405 Weaver 

Parkway, Warrenville, IL. Pre-registration 

is required. 630-262-1111. 

Massage & Reiki 

Massage & Reiki appointments are available 

for those living with cancer. A physician’s 

release and a health history form are 

required to be on file at LivingWell prior 

to your appointment. Meets at the CDH 

Cancer Center, 4405 Weaver Parkway, 

Warrenville, IL, 2nd Floor Meditation 

Room. Please call LivingWell at 630-262- 

1111 to set up an appointment. 

Reflection of Expression 

for Adults 

Art can be a healing and life enhancing activity, 

especially during the challenging times of a 

cancer diagnosis. Relax and let your imagination 

guide you in expressing your creativity through 

various art media. No previous art experience or 

skills required. Open to patients and caregivers. 

Meets every 2nd Tuesday of the month 

from 5:30-7:30pm (April 10, May 8, and 

June 12). Meets at the CDH Cancer Center, 

4405 Weaver Parkway, Warrenville, IL. 

Pre-registration is required. 630-262- 

1111. 

Winfield 

NEW! Breast Cancer 

Networking Group 

This group provides those facing a breast cancer 

diagnosis an opportunity to share information, 

obtain emotional support, and connect with 

others facing a similar diagnosis. Meets 

the first Monday of every month from 

7-8:30pm beginning May 7, 2012 at the 

CDH Main Hospital Campus, Main Level 

BT Conference Room 3, 25 N. Winfield 

Road, Winfield, IL . Please park near the 

hospital main entrance. Pre-registration 

is required for first time attendees at 

630-262-1111. (This group also meets 

every third Monday of the month from 

7-8:30pm at LivingWell Cancer Resource 

Center).

Education 

NO NEED TO 

REGISTER 

NEW 

PROGRAM 

Breast Cancer Boot Camp: 

Rebalancing Your Life 

Life changes after a cancer diagnosis. Now 

is your chance to empower yourself to create 

the life you want and live to the fullest. 

Learn techniques to reduce stress, improve 

relationships and get clear about what is 

important to you and how to get it. New 

and continuing Boot Campers are welcome. 

Program sponsored by Bears Care, the charitable 

beneficiary of the Chicago Bears. Meetings will 

be held from 7:00-8:30pm. April 9 and April 

23, May 14, and June 11. Attendance at all 

meetings is suggested, but not required. Preregistration 


Life Journaling 

Explore your mind, heart, and emotions with 

freedom of expression through journaling. Write 

about your life story, gratitude, forgiveness, 

faith, and affirmations to help ease stress, grief 

and emotional pain. No writing experience is 

required. Journals will be provided but you are 

welcome to bring a journal that fits you. Group 

session meets Wednesday, May 9 from 

6:30-7:30pm. Individual sessions available 

by appointment. Please call for available 

dates/times. Pre-registration is required at 

630-262-1111. 

Nutrition 

Look Good...Feel Better® 

Look Good…Feel Better® is a program offered by 

the American Cancer Society that teaches beauty 

techniques to women who are actively undergoing 

cancer treatment to help combat the appearancerelated 

side effects of radiation, chemotherapy, and 

other cancer treatments. Sessions will take place 

Monday, April 9 from 10am-noon, May 14 

from 1-3pm and June 11 from 6:30-8:30pm. 

One kit per person. Caregivers are welcome 

to attend but will not receive a makeup kit. 

Pre-registration is required at 630-262-1111. 

Knitting Circle 

Do you knit, crochet or do needlepoint? 

Repetitive needle work has been found to relieve 

stress and anxiety resulting in improved health. 

Join us in the afternoon for snacks, coffee and 

socializing. Bring your friends and family; 

this group is open to the community. Meets 

Tuesdays from 1:00-2:30pm at LivingWell 

and every first and third Friday from 

1-2:30pm at the CDH Cancer Center. Preregistration 


Men & Cancer Breakfast 

Have the opportunity to share a hot breakfast 

and spend informal time with fellow male 

survivors, caregivers, and those who have lost 

a loved one. Share information and stories and 

discuss current events or personal issues in a 

social setting. Join us and discover the benefits 

of a men’s fellowship group such as support, 

camaraderie, and comfort. Meets Saturdays, 

April 21 & June 16 from 8:00-9:15am. No 

meeting in May-join us for Bridge Walk 

instead. Pre-registration is required at 630- 

262-1111. 


Art can be a healing and life enhancing activity, 

especially during the challenging times of a 

cancer diagnosis. Relax and let your imagination 

guide you in expressing your creativity through 

various art media. No previous art experience 

or skills required. Join us for an evening or for 

the entire 12-week class. Meets Thursdays 

from 6-8pm. Pre-registration is required at 

630-262-1111. 

NO NEED TO 

REGISTER 

NEW 

PROGRAM 

Culinary Comforts 

Culinary Comforts is a 4-week class that teaches 

healthy food preparation and is designed for 

people living with cancer and their caregivers. 

Our instructors will prepare and serve the group 

one entrée, one side dish, and one dessert each 

class. The health benefits of the ingredients 

and the preparation of the food are discussed 

so that recipes can be easily replicated at home. 

Most recipes are based on the publications 

One Bite at a Time and The Cancer 

Fighting Kitchen by Rebecca Katz. Meets 

Wednesdays, May 9, 16, 23, & 30 from 

6-7:30pm. Commitment to 4 week series 

is preferred. Those attending all 4 sessions 

will receive a complimentary copy of The 

Cancer Fighting Kitchen. Pre-registration 


Nutrition Consultations 

LivingWell is pleased to offer nutrition 

consultations with our registered dietician to 

those diagnosed with cancer. Please call 630- 

262-1111 to request an appointment. 


Support 

NO NEED TO 

REGISTER 

NEW 

PROGRAM 

COUNSELING SERVICES 

NETWORKING GROUPS 

LivingWell offers individual & couples 

counseling services to those impacted by a 

cancer diagnosis; please call to schedule an 

appointment. 

Individual and Family consultations are 

available for participants who would like to meet 

with a member of the clinical staff to learn more 

about our programs or ask specific questions. 

SUPPORT GROUPS 

Reminder: All programs require 

pre-registration. 

Support groups provide participants with the 

opportunity to share information and to obtain 

emotional support. All support groups are led by 

licensed professionals. 

Caregiver’s Support 

This 12-week support group embraces the 

importance of those dedicated to caring for 

loved ones living with cancer. Pre-registration is 

required. Meets Tuesdays from 6:30-8:00pm 

at LivingWell or every first Wednesday of 

the month from 11:30-12:30 at the CDH 

Cancer Center. 

Facing Cancer Together (FACT) 

FACT is a 12-week evening support group for 

individuals with any type and stage of cancer. 

Pre-registration is required before April 17th. 

Group is open to new participants during the first 

three weeks of the quarter. Meets Tuesdays 

from 6:30-8:00pm. 


Good Grief 

Good Grief is an 11-week time limited group 

providing education and emotional support 

for participants of LivingWell who recently 

experienced the loss of a loved one to cancer. 

Topics include the stages of grief, coping with 

holidays and special events, and techniques to help 

participants grow through the grief process. Preregistration 

is required before April 12th. Group is 

open to new members during the first two weeks 

of the quarter. Meets Thursdays from 5:30- 

7:00pm. 

Living Water Cancer 

Support Group 

LivingWell is proud to host Christ Community 

Church’s Living Water Cancer Support Group. 

This group focuses on the emotional, spiritual, 

and physical aspects of dealing with cancer and 

offers support and encouragement while helping 

people discover joy, hope, and healing through 

the Christian faith. Meets on the 1st & 3rd 

Saturdays of each month from 10-11:30am 

at LivingWell Cancer Resource Center. 

Open to those diagnosed with cancer, 

caregivers, and survivors. First time 

attendees require pre-registration. No 

meetings May 19 or June 2. 

Us TOO Prostate Cancer 

Support Group 

LivingWell is proud to partner with Provena Saint 

Joseph Hospital, Provena Mercy Medical Center, 

and Oncology Chaplain, Pastor Don Shank, to 

bring Us TOO to our center. Group meetings 

provide unbiased information from experts 

in areas related to prostate cancer including 

treatment options, pain control, nutrition, mental 

health, coping strategies and more. Meets the 

third Tuesday of every month from 10:30- 

11:30am (April 17, May 15, and June 19). 

Drop in! No pre-registration is required. 

Networking groups are cancer specific groups 

that provide an opportunity to share information 

with other survivors and family members. 

Groups are facilitated by licensed professionals 

unless otherwise indicated. 

Breast Cancer Networking Group 

Meets the third Monday of the month from 

7:00-8:30pm (April 16, May 21, June 18) 

at LivingWell and the first Monday of every 

month from 7:00-8:30pm at Central DuPage 

Hospital in Winfield. 

Brain Tumor Resource 

and Support Group* 

*Caregivers welcome Meets the first and third 

Wednesday of the month from 7:30-9:00pm 

(April 4 and 18, May 2 and 16, June 6 and 20) 

Gynecological Cancer 


(Open to individuals with Ovarian, Cervical, 

Uterine, and other Gynecological cancers) 

Meets on the first Monday of the month from 

7:00-8:30pm (April 2, May 7, and June 4) 

Leukemia, Lymphoma, and 

Multiple Myeloma Networking Group 

Meets on the third Monday of the month 

from 7:00-8:30pm (April 16, May 21, June 

18) 

Mastectomy Networking Group* 

(Open to women who have had a mastectomy. 

Group discussion will focus on the emotional, 

physical, and psychological impact of a 

mastectomy). Meets the second and fourth 

Wednesday of the month from 7:30-9:00pm. 

(April 11 and 25, May 9 and 23, and June 13 

and 27) *This group is facilitated by a breast 

cancer survivor who also had a mastectomy, 

Noel Storm. Noel is also available for individual 

support sessions via phone or in person. Please 

call to set up a meeting.

Children & Family 

NO NEED TO 

REGISTER 

NEW 

PROGRAM 

Reminder: All programs require 

pre-registration. 

Children/Teen Counseling Services LivingWell 

offers individual counseling services to children and 

teens impacted by cancer. Please call to set up an 

appointment. 

Parent/Family Counseling Services LivingWell 

offers counseling services to parents and families 

impacted by cancer. Please call to set up an 

appointment. 

Individual/Family Consultations 

LivingWell offers consultations with a member of the 

clinical staff for individuals and/or families interested 

in learning more about what specific programs and 

services would be of greatest benefit for them. 

SPECIAL EVENT 

Nature Camp 

Monday-Thursday, June 25, 26, 27, & 

28 from 11am-2pm 

Bring the kids out for this 4 day adventure 

at Leroy Oaks Forest preserve. We will enjoy 

nature in the creek and catching frogs & tadpoles, 

make a sculpted creation in clay, paint 

a canvas, and create a torn paper picture. 

Please wear clothing that can get dirty and wet, 

apply sunscreen and bug spray, and pack a lunch 

each day. Those ages 5 and up are welcome to 

attend without a parent. Those younger than 5 

are required to be accompanied by a parent or 

caregiver. Group will meet at Leroy Oaks Forest 

Preserve in St. Charles. Details available upon 

registration. 

Time Out 

Time Out is designed to give kids a break from 

the cancer experience. This group provides 

recreational activities that vary from meeting 

to meeting and are open to pediatric cancer 

survivors as well as children who have a cancer 

diagnosis in the family. RSVP for each meeting is 

required to ensure enough supplies are available. 

Meeting dates: 

Tuesday, April10 from 4:30-5:30pm: 

Decorating Bridge Walk T-Shirts 

Tuesday, May 15 from 4:30-5:30pm: 

Planting the New LivingWell Garden 

GRIEF SUPPORT 

FOR CHILDREN & TEENS 

ME Too: Children’s Grief 

Support 

Me Too is a grief support group for children 

ages 6-12 who have experienced the death 

of a parent, sibling, relative or friend due to 

cancer. Group is open to new members during 

the first two weeks of the quarter. Call 

for meeting dates/times. 

Teen Grief Group 

Our new Teen Grief group focuses on helping 

teens, ages 13-18, process the emotions 

involved with losing a loved one. Call for 

meeting dates/times. 

Club Courageous 

Club Courageous is a weekly support group for 

children ages 6-12 who have been impacted by 

cancer. Group members will participate in a 

variety of educational, art and support-based 

activities to help process their cancer experience. 

Parents will be invited to attend the final session. 

Meets Thursdays from 4:30-5:30pm, April 

12-June 14. 

Teen Support Group 

Our Teen Support Group is a weekly support 

group for teens ages 13-17 that have been impacted 

by cancer. Participants will create pieces 

of art that help to tell their story and facilitate 

the discussion of feelings, emotions, and events 

surrounding their journey with cancer. Call for 

meeting dates/times. 


Wellness 

NO NEED TO 

REGISTER 

NEW 

PROGRAM 

Those attending a wellness program for 

the first time need to pre-register and a 

physician’s release and a health history form 

are required prior to any wellness class or 

appointment. Recommended attire includes 

comfortable workout clothes and gym shoes 

where noted. 

Massage 

People living with cancer and their caregivers 

can enjoy the healing touch of massage provided 

by licensed massage therapists. Massage is 

available at LivingWell in Geneva and at 

the CDH Cancer Center in Warrenville. Call 

630-262-1111 to request an appointment. 

Healing Touch and Reiki 

Energy Healing 

Healing Touch and Reiki (pronounced ray-kee) 

are gentle, non-invasive energy healing systems 

that channel energy through the hands of a 

trained practitioner, which are placed on or above 

different parts of the client’s fully clothed body 

and support the body’s own natural healing 

process. The healing energy flows to wherever 

it is needed, promoting deep relaxation, wellbeing 

and inner calm. These services are 

available by appointment at LivingWell in 

Geneva and at the CDH Cancer Center in 

Warrenville. Call 630-262-1111 to request 

an appointment. 

Acupressure & Reflexology 

Acupressure and Reflexology involve the 

practice of massaging or applying pressure to 

various acupressure points on the body with the 

goal of reducing stress and supporting overall 

health. These services are available by 

appointment at 630-262-1111. 

Facials for Skin Health 

and Stress Relief 

Enjoy a relaxing facial tailored to the needs 

of cancer survivors by trained and licensed 

estheticians. Call 630-262-1111 to request 

an appointment. 

Fox Valley Laughter Circle 

Sometimes laughter is the best medicine! 

Join laughter yoga leader and facilitator, Terri 

Reasoner, Ph.D., for some time to de-stress 

with laughter. Open to the community. Come 

once to try it out or come to every session for 

greatest benefit. Meets the second and fourth 

Wednesday from 6-7pm. Those attending 

for the first time require pre-registration. 


Firm your muscles, get strong, and increase 

your energy and overall well-being with this 

upbeat class. We rotate through a variety 

of fitness routines, including cardiovascular 

routines, light weight training, fitness balls, 

bands and more. Movements can be modified 

for all levels of fitness. Open to men & women. 

Meets Mondays from 5:00-5:40pm at 

LivingWell and Tuesdays from 6-6:45pm 

at the CDH Cancer Center. Gym shoes are 

recommended. 


Relax, support your healing, get flexible, sleep 

better and reduce stress with our yoga classes 

taught by some of the best yoga teachers in the 

Fox Valley! Poses are modified to adapt to all 

levels of experience, flexibility and limitations. 

Meets Mondays from 5:45-6:45pm, 

Tuesdays & Thursdays from 9:30-10:30am 

at LivingWell. 

Meets Mondays and Wednesdays from 

6-7pm and Fridays from 9-10 at the CDH 

Cancer Center. 

Meets Wednesdays from 6-7pm at Provena 

Saint Joseph Hospital. 

LivingWell Yoga for Men 

Calling all guys! Stretch, relax, maybe even 

improve your golf game with this class meant for 

men at all levels of flexibility and fitness. Taught 

by yoga teacher Joe Schatz, this is a low-stress 

setting appropriate for even the most inflexible 

person. Meets Tuesdays from 6:00-7:00 pm. 

LivingWell Yoga at the Prana 

Yoga Center 

Gentle, restorative yoga for all levels taught 

in the peaceful atmosphere of the Prana Yoga 

Center in Geneva. Participants are not required 

to attend the entire series, but are encouraged 

to do so for the greatest benefits. Each 

participant will be required to have a physician’s 

release form, a health history form and a 

participant form submitted to LivingWell prior 

to attendance. Pre-registration is required. No 

drop-ins. Meets Sundays, April 1-June 24 

from 2:30-3:30 at the Prana Yoga Center, 

321 N. Stevens, Geneva, IL. No class April 8. 

Pilates* 

Join certified Pilates instructors Kim Jerrick 

and Judy Chitwood at the Total Body Dynamics 

studio in St. Charles for a great workout to 

strengthen your core (abs) and back and create 

long, lean muscles. Each participant will be 

required to have a physician’s release form, a health 

history form and a participant form submitted to 

LivingWell prior to attendance. Pre-registration 

is required. No drop-ins. *Meets every second 

and fourth Wednesday of the month from 

5:30-6:15pm at Total Body Dynamics 1815 

Wallace Ave. Suite 312, St. Charles, IL 

60174. 

T’ai Chi Chih 

Want to enjoy improved flexibility, balance, 

energy, calmness and well-being? T’ai Chi Chih 

is the perfect form of non-strenuous movement 

that circulates and balances the vital energy that 

flows within us. Join Accredited T’ai Chi Chih 

teacher, Terry Slaney, for a series of simple and 

graceful movements that can be practiced by 

anyone, any age, either standing or sitting. Class 

is open to new and continuing students. New 

students can meet with Terry 15 minutes before 

or after class. Meets Wednesdays, 9:15- 

10:15am from April 11-June 13 (no class 

April 4, May 9, and May 16). Registration 

is required. 


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*DENOTES OFFSITE LOCATION, PLEASE CALL FOR DETAILS

April • 2012 

S MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 

1 

LivingWell 

Yoga at 

Prana* 

2:30-3:30 PM 

2 


5:00–5:40 PM 


5:45–6:45 PM 

LivingWell Yoga at CDH* 

6:00–7:00 PM 



7:00-8:30pm 

3 

LivingWell Yoga 9:30–10:30 AM 

Knitting Circle 1:00–2:30 PM 

LivingWell Fitness at CDH* 

6:00–6:45 PM 


6:00–7:00 PM 


6:30–8:00 PM 

FACT 6:30–8:00 PM 

4 


at CDH* 11:30–12:30PM 


6:00–7:00 PM 

LivingWell Yoga at Provena 

St. Joseph* 6:00–7:00 PM 

Brain Tumor Support Group 

7:30–9:00 PM 

5 


9:30–10:30 AM 

Good Grief 

5:30–7:00 PM 

Reflections of Expression 

6:00–8:00 PM 

6 


9:00–10:00 AM 

Welcome to LivingWell 

11:00–12:00 PM 

Knitting Circle at CDH* 

1:00–2:30 PM 

7 


Support Group 

10:00 –11:30 AM 

8 

Healing 

Gardens* 

11-4 PM 

9 

Look Good...Feel Better 

10:00–12:00 PM 

LivingWell Fitness 5:00–5:40 PM 

LivingWell Yoga 5:45–6:45 PM 


6:00–7:00 PM 

Breast Cancer Boot Camp 

7:00-8:30pm 

10 



Time Out 4:30–5:30 PM 

Reflection of Expression at 

CDH* 5:30–7:30 PM 


6:00–6:45 PM 


6:00–7:00 PM 

Caregiver’s Support 6:30-8:00 PM 

FACT 6:30–8:00 PM 

11 

Tai Chi Chih 9:15–10:15 AM 

Pilates* 5:30–6:15 PM 


6:00–7:00 PM 



Laughter Circle 6:00–7:00 PM 

Mastectomy 


7:30–9:00 PM 

12 


9:30–10:30 AM 


4:30–5:30 PM 

Good Grief 

5:30–7:00 PM 


6:00–8:00 PM 

13 


9:00–10:00 AM 


11:00–12:00 PM 

14 

15 


Yoga at 

Prana* 

2:30-3:30 PM 

16 




6:00–7:00 PM 

Breast Cancer Networking 

Group 7:00–8:30PM 

Leukemia, Lymphoma & 

Multiple Myeloma 

Networking Group 7:00-8:30 PM 

17 


Us Too Prostate Support Group 

10:30–11:30 AM 



6:00–6:45 PM 


6:00–7:00 PM 

Caregiver’s Support 6:30–8:00 PM 

FACT 6:30–8:00 PM 

Breast Cancer Group 

at Rush Copley* 6:30–8:30PM 

18 



6:00–7:00 PM 



Laughter at Kishwaukee* 

6:30–7:30 PM 

General Cancer Support 

Group at Edward* 7:00–8:30 PM 


7:30–9:00 PM 

19 


9:30–10:30 AM 


4:30–5:30 PM 

Good Grief 

5:30–7:00 PM 


6:00–8:00 PM 

20 


9:00–10:00 AM 


11:00–12:00 PM 


1:00–2:30 PM 

21 


8:00 –9:15 AM 


Support Group 

10:00 –11:30 AM 

22 


Yoga at 

Prana* 

2:30-3:30 PM 

23 


5:00-5:40 PM 


5:45–6:45 PM 


6:00–7:00 PM 


7:00-8:30pm 

24 




6:00–6:45 PM 


6:00–7:00 PM 


6:30–8:00 PM 

FACT 6:30–8:00 PM 

25 




6:00–7:00 PM 




Mastectomy 


7:30–9:00 PM 

26 


9:30–10:30 AM 


4:30–5:30 PM 

Good Grief 

5:30–7:00 PM 


6:00–8:00 PM 

27 


9:00–10:00 AM 

Participant Open House 

12:30–4:00 PM 


11:00–12:00 PM 

28 

29 


Yoga at 

Prana* 

2:30-3:30 PM 

30 


5:00-5:40 PM 


5:45–6:45 PM 


6:00–7:00 PM 

Special Event: Dying to do 

Letterman Comedy Show 

(at new LivingWell facility)* 

6:30–8:00 PM 

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May • 2012 


REMINDER: 

All programs 

will be held 

at the new 

LivingWell facility 

beginning 

May 7, 2012. 

1 




6:00–6:45 PM 


6:00–7:00 PM 


6:30–8:00 PM 

FACT 6:30–8:00 PM 

2 



at CDH* 11:30–12:30PM 


6:00–7:00 PM 




7:30–9:00 PM 

3 


9:30–10:30 AM 


4:30–5:30 PM 

Good Grief 

5:30–7:00 PM 

Stress Relief: Laughter For 

Pain & Stress 

6:00–7:00 PM 


6:00–8:00 PM 

4 


9:00–10:00 AM 


11:00–12:00 PM 


1:00–2:30 PM 

5 


Support Group 

10:00 –11:30 AM 

6 


Yoga at 

Prana* 

2:30-3:30 PM 

13 

Healing 

Gardens* 

11-4 PM 


Yoga at 

Prana* 

2:30-3:30 PM 

20 


Yoga at 

Prana* 

2:30-3:30 PM 

27 


Yoga at 

Prana* 

2:30-3:30 PM 

7 

LivingWell Fitness 5:00-5:40 PM 



6:00–7:00 PM 



7:00-8:30pm 


Group at CDH* 

7:00-8:30pm 

21 




6:00–7:00 PM 


Group 7:00-8:30pm 




28 

Closed 

Memorial Day 

NEW FACILITY NEW FACILITY NEW FACILITY NEW FACILITY NEW FACILITY 

NEW FACILITY 

14 


1:00–3:00 PM 


5:00–5:40 PM 


5:45–6:45 PM 


6:00–7:00 PM 


7:00-8:30pm 

8 




at CDH* 5:30–7:30 PM 


6:00–6:45 PM 


6:00–7:00 PM 


FACT 6:30–8:00 PM 

Special Presentation: 

Advances In Lung Cancer 

6:30–8:00 PM 

15 


Us Too Prostate Support 

Group 10:30–11:30 AM 


Time Out 4:30–5:30 PM 


6:00–6:45 PM 


6:00–7:00 PM 


FACT 6:30–8:00 PM 

Breast Cancer Group at Rush 

Copley* 6:30–8:30 PM 

22 




6:00–6:45 PM 


6:00–7:00 PM 


6:30–8:00 PM 

FACT 6:30–8:00 PM 

29 




6:00–6:45 PM 


6:00–7:00 PM 


6:30–8:00 PM 

FACT 6:30–8:00 PM 

9 



6:00–7:00 PM 




Culinary Comforts 6:00–7:30 PM 

Life Journaling 6:30–7:30 PM 

Mastectomy Networking 

Group 7:30–9:00 PM 

16 


6:00–7:00 PM 



Culinary Comforts 6:00–7:30 PM 




7:30–9:00 PM 

23 




6:00–7:00 PM 





6:00–7:30 PM 


Group 7:30–9:00 PM 

30 

Tai Chi Chih 

9:15–10:15 AM 


6:00–7:00 PM 




6:00–7:30 PM 

10 


Club Courageous 4:30–5:30 PM 

Good Grief 5:30–7:00 PM 

Health Insurance, Disability & 

Health Care Options at 

DuPage Medical Group* 

6:00–7:30 PM 


Pain & Stress 6:00–7:00 PM 


6:00–8:00 PM 

17 


9:30–10:30 AM 


4:30–5:30 PM 

Good Grief 

5:30–7:00 PM 




6:00–8:00 PM 

Stress Relief: Ask & It Is Given 

7:00–8:30 PM 

24 


9:30–10:30 AM 


4:30–5:30 PM 

Good Grief 

5:30–7:00 PM 


6:00–8:00 PM 



31 


9:30–10:30 AM 


4:30–5:30 PM 

Good Grief 

5:30–7:00 PM 


6:00–8:00 PM 

11 


9:00–10:00 AM 


11:00–12:00 PM 

18 


9:00–10:00 AM 


11:00–12:00 PM 


1:00–2:30 PM 

25 


9:00–10:00 AM 


11:00–12:00 PM 

12 

Back on Track at DuPage 

Medical Group* 

9:00–10:30 AM 

19 

Bridge Walk 

26 


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June • 2012 


1 


9:00–10:00 AM 


11:00–12:00 PM 


1:00–2:30 PM 

2 

3 


Yoga at 

Prana* 

2:30-3:30 PM 

4 


5:00–5:40 PM 


5:45–6:45 PM 


6:00–7:00 PM 



7:00-8:30pm 


Group at CDH* 

7:00-8:30pm 

5 


9:30–10:30 AM 



6:00–6:45 PM 


6:00–7:00 PM 


6:30–8:00 PM 

FACT 6:30–8:00 PM 

6 



at CDH* 11:30–12:30PM 


6:00–7:00 PM 




7:30–9:00 PM 

7 

LivingWell Yoga for 

Gardeners 9:30–10:30 AM 

Non-Toxic Gardening 

10:45–11:30 AM 


4:30–5:30 PM 

Good Grief 

5:30–7:00 PM 


6:00–8:00 PM 

8 


9:00–10:00 AM 


11:00–12:00 PM 

9 

Back on Track at DuPage 

Medical Group* 

9:00–10:30 AM 

10 

Healing 

Gardens* 

11-4 PM 


Yoga at 

Prana* 

2:30-3:30 PM 

11 



5:45–6:45 PM 


6:00–7:00 PM 


6:30–8:30 PM 


7:00-8:30pm 

12 



Reflection of Expression at 

CDH* 5:30–7:30 PM 


6:00–6:45 PM 


6:00–7:00 PM 


6:30–8:00 PM 

FACT 6:30–8:00 PM 

13 




6:00–7:00 PM 





Group 7:30–9:00 PM 

14 


9:30–10:30 AM 


4:30–5:30 PM 

Good Grief 

5:30–7:00 PM 


6:00–8:00 PM 

Stress Relief: Reiki For You 

6:00–9:00 PM 

15 


9:00–10:00 AM 


11:00–12:00 PM 


1:00–2:30 PM 

16 


8:00 –9:15 AM 


Support Group 

10:00 –11:30 AM 

17 


Yoga at 

Prana* 

2:30-3:30 PM 

18 




6:00–7:00 PM 


Group 7:00-8:30pm 




19 


Us TOO Prostate Support Group 

10:30–11:30 AM 



6:00–6:45 PM 


6:00–7:00 PM 


FACT 6:30–8:00 PM 

Breast Cancer Group at Rush 

Copley* 6:30–8:30 PM 

20 


6:00–7:00 PM 






7:30–9:00 PM 

21 


9:30–10:30 AM 


6:00–8:00 PM 


6:00–9:00 PM 

22 


9:00–10:00 AM 


11:00–12:00 PM 

23 

24 


Yoga at 

Prana* 

2:30-3:30 PM 

25 

Nature Camp* 

11:00–2:00 PM 


5:00–5:40 PM 


5:45–6:45 PM 


6:00–7:00 PM 

Special Presentation: 

Advances in Liver 

& Pancreatic Cancer 

6:00–7:30 PM 

26 


Nature Camp* 

11:00–2:00 PM 



6:00–6:45 PM 


6:00–7:00 PM 


6:30–8:00 PM 

FACT 6:30–8:00 PM 

27 

Nature Camp* 11:00–2:00 PM 



6:00–7:00 PM 



Laughter Circle 

6:00–7:00 PM 


Group 7:30-9:00pm 

28 


9:30–10:30 AM 

Nature Camp* 

11:00–2:00 PM 


6:00–8:00 PM 


6:00–9:00 PM 

29 


9:00–10:00 AM 

30 

Break Week 

runs July 1 - July 8 

Programs Resume 7/9/2012 

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St. Charles, IL 

442 Williamsburg Ave. 

Geneva, Illinois 60134 

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LivingWell Cancer Resource Center is a place 

that embraces the cancer patient and family 

as they navigate their way through diagnosis, 

treatment and survivorship. 

HELP SAVE US A STAMP! In an effort to keep you up-to-date on new happenings at LivingWell while 

reducing printing and postage costs, we will be communicating more through e-mail. Contact Cheryl 

Rabchuk at crabchuk@livingwellcrc.org or 630/262-1111 ext. 108, with your e-mail address. Thank you 

for helping LivingWell keep costs down so that we can continue to serve more people living with cancer. 

EVERY STEP COUNTS 

MAY 19, 2012 

Please join us for a 5K walk along the beautiful Fox 

River to raise money and awareness for LivingWell. 

WHEN: 

Saturday, May 19th, 2012 

TIME: 

Registration 7am 

Walk begins at 8am 

WHERE: 

Fabyan Forest Preserve.. 

On the Route 31 side 

Step up to support our 55 FREE 

programs and services! 

Rally your friends, family, co-workers, and neighbors! 

 

 

For more information about the Walk 

contact Susan Lyons or Lori Hansen at 

630-262-1111 or 

slyons@livingwellcrc.org 

lhansen@livingwellcrc.org 

• STEP #1: Register at www.livingwellcrc.org and click on the 

Bridge Walk logo. 

• STEP #2: Create your own webpage 

• STEP #3: Fundraise for LivingWell! 

Set a fundraising goal, launch a letter, email and/or facebook 

fundraising campaign. We are asking each walker to raise $250. 

Please JOIN TODAY! 

7 th ANNUAL 

BRIDGE WALK

Our New Home - the LivingWell Cancer Resource Center

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