newsletter. - the LivingWell Cancer Resource Center

NEW YEAR, NEW YOU...
Saturday, January 12
9:00 am-noon
Looking to jumpstart a healthier
lifestyle in the New Year Join
celebrity trainer and television
personality, Jim Karas.
See inside for more details.
CALENDAR REMINDER:
Monthly program calendars are
no longer being included in our
quarterly newsletter. Copies
of the calendars are available
at the LivingWell reception
desk or can be printed out by
visiting the LivingWell website:
livingwellcrc.org
442 Williamsburg Avenue
Geneva, Illinois 60134
Comprehensive resources for people facing cancer and their loved ones
Monday– Friday – 9:00 am – 5:00 pm; Evening/Saturday hours when programs are scheduled
All programs and services are provided free of charge

2013 PROGRAM CALENDAR
Feature Programs
Early registration is suggested as classes may either
fill quickly or be cancelled due to low registration.
NEW YEAR, NEW YOU...
Saturday, January 12, 9:00 am –noon
Jim Karas
Looking to jumpstart a healthier lifestyle in the New Year Join celebrity
trainer and television personality, Jim Karas, for an inspiring and educational
presentation on getting fit in the new year. Mr. Karas is the author of the New
York Times bestsellers, The Business Plan for the Body, The Cardio-Free Diet, Flip
The Switch, The 7-Day Energy Surge and The Petite Advantage for an inspiring
and educational presentation on getting fit in the New Year. The morning will
also include a nutrition presentation by Susannah Baldock, RD LDN and a stress
relief session with Steve Cohen, RN, MSN, CRNI, CH.
This interactive workshop will focus on easy ways to include physical fitness into
the busiest of lifestyles, how to make small changes in your eating habits for a
big impact on your health, and how to rid yourself of the impact stress can have
on your health. Pre-registration is required at 630.262.1111 and seating is limited.
DESSERT WITH THE DOC:
PROTON THERAPY A NEW OPTION IN CANCER TREATMENT
Wednesday, January 16, 7:00 – 8:30 pm
Presented by John Chang, MD, CDH Proton Center
John Chang, MD
* The CDH Proton Center,
A ProCure Center is a
joint venture among
Central DuPage
Hospital, ProCure
Treatment Centers and
Radiation Oncology
Consultants, Ltd. to
bring proton therapy to
Illinois. The physicians
that practice at the
Center are neither
agents nor employees
of Central DuPage
Hospital, nor does
CDH control or operate
the Center.
John Chang, MD, director of clinical research at the CDH Proton Center, A
Procure Center*, will provide a review of radiation therapy through the ages
as well as discuss the latest research involving proton therapy, one of the
most advanced forms of radiation to date. He will discuss the cancers that are
appropriate for this new modality and the direction of future research. Dessert
will be served. *Pre-registration is required by calling 630.933.4234.
SECOND ANNUAL BRIDGE WALK PANCAKE BREAKFAST
Saturday, January 26, 9:00 –11:00 am
LivingWell Cancer Resource Center
We are kicking off the 2013 Bridge Walk with a delicious pancake breakfast!
Please join us for some fun, a warm and wonderful pancake breakfast, and a
Bridge Walk team rally to kick off the start of your fundraising team.
Our goal is to raise over $275,000 this year and with
your help we’ll achieve our goal. RSVP is
required at 630.262.1111. TTY for the hearing impaired,
630.933.4833. Please join us.

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INSIDE THIS ISSUE:
1 Featured Programs
3 Stress Relief Series
5 Education
6 Nutrition
7 Support &
Networking
9 Children & Family
10 Bereavement
11 Wellness
13 Off Campus
Programs
Our programs and services are
provided free of charge and
available to everyone touched
by cancer. This includes
survivors, family members,
friends and caregivers.
NO REGISTRATION
REQUIRED
NEW CLASS
WEATHER REMINDER:
Reminder: Should there
be a winter weather issue,
please call LivingWell to be sure
programs are being held.
FAMILY YOGA NIGHT
March 21, 6:00 – 7:30 pm
Please join Lindsey Brems, Certified Yoga Instructor, for a yoga class designed to assist
the whole family in relieving stress in a healthy way. There are no age limits for this
event. Afterward, please stay for a pizza party where you and your family can share
food and games.
ENGLISH COUNTRY DANCING
Monday, February 4, 7:00 – 8:30 pm
Learn this gentle, elegant and social style of dance, a forerunner of square dancing
performed to delightful music. Come with or without a partner – while one dances
with a partner, we change partners frequently and often dance “gender-free.” Dance
instructors Mady Newfield (a recent cancer survivor) and Tammy Bretscher teach at
FermiLab and are known for their patient and thorough instruction.
YOGA FOR COUPLES
Thursday, February 7, 7:00 – 8:30 pm
Join Donna Burg for a yoga class designed especially for couples. This combination
of gentle Hatha Yoga, deep breathing, and relaxation promotes harmony and feelings
of connectedness and rejuvenation. Release tension and free your energies for deeper
connection and joy in your relationship!
BALLROOM DANCE WORKSHOP
Tuesday, March 5, 7:00 – 8:30 pm
Jamie Vargo of Vargo’s dance is back after rave reviews. It’s fun, it’s upbeat, it’s
exercise! Jamie and her partner will teach simple, saucy dance moves guaranteed to
get you off the sidelines and put a smile on your face. This class will be taught for
couples, but we will attempt to pair up singles who register. Registration required.

2013 PROGRAM CALENDAR
Stress Relief Series
Life Skills with
Leslie Karen Sann
TRANSFORM YOUR LIFE
ONE MONTH AT A TIME
Leslie Karen Sann, MA, LCPC will
be presenting a year-long series
of workshops designed to bring
balance, joy and empowerment to your life. Using the
book The Art of Extreme Self-Care by Cheryl Richardson
as a starting place, Leslie will present monthly
workshops to support joyful life transformation, one
step at a time. Leslie is an innovative healer, licensed
counselor, educator and coach. For more information,
visit www.lesliesann.com.
Thursday, January 24, 6:00 –7:30 pm
The Power of Rhythm and Routine - Learn to create
a more balanced life, and become more relaxed and
productive by harnessing the power of structure.
Leslie will explain how to create structure and use it
for support.
Thursday, February 21, 6:00 –7:30 pm
Take Your Hands Off the Wheel - Master the art of letting
go of control and receiving help. Learn to create a list of
“Things You Can Do to Support Me.” Gain time, energy
and joy by learning when and how to let go.
Thursday, March 21, 6:00 –7:30 pm
The Absolute No List - Leslie will teach how to empower
yourself by creating an “Absolute No” list – things that
you will no longer allow in your life. Learn to eliminate
the irritations and aggravations that stand in the way of
a peaceful life.
Registration required. Attendees may attend the entire
series or select individual programs. It is best (not
mandatory) to read the chapter noted in the title of the
workshop prior to the event.
STRESS RELIEF BUFFET WITH LAUGHTER & INTERPLAY
Wednesday, March 13, 6:00 – 8:15 pm
Laughter Circle, 6:00 –7:00 pm
InterPlay, 7:15 –8:15 pm
Join us for a stress reducing evening with laughter and fun. Sometimes laughter is the best medicine! Join laughter
yoga leader and facilitator, Terri Reasoner, PhD, for some time to de-stress with laughter. Then stay for InterPlay-an
easy, creative process rooted in play. It helps us cultivate balance, relieve stress, and have fun—nourishing body,
mind & spirit. We play with movement, storytelling, connection, stillness and voice—NO skill or nerve required. Jane
Siarny (MFA) is a dancer, educator, and certified InterPlay ® leader. Attend one or both sessions.
Call 630.262.1111 to register. TTY for the hearing impaired, 630.933.4833.

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REIKI SHARE: PRACTITIONERS ONLY
Friday, January 11, 11:00 –12:30 pm and
Sunday, March 10, 11:00 am –1:30 pm
Reiki Master Teachers Pati Starzynski and Ellie Byrnes
will lead this Reiki Share, open to Reiki practitioners
who have been certified at Level 1 or above. Relax and
share Reiki with other practitioners, brush up on your
techniques and learn more about this powerful practice.
This program is open to all who have received Reiki
Level 1 certification or above. Registration required.
Attend one or both sessions.
REIKI FOR YOU
Friday, March 22, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
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 class, 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.
Registration required, must commit to all three classes.

2013 PROGRAM CALENDAR
Education
BREAST CANCER BOOT CAMP:
REBALANCING YOUR LIFE
January 14, February 11 and March 11, 7:00 –8:30 pm
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. Attendance at all meetings
is suggested, but not required.
Session Topics:
January 14: Being Your Own Advocate
February 11: Navigating Your Diagnosis
March 11: Question & Answer Session
*Program sponsored by Bears Care, the charitable
beneficiary of the Chicago Bears
FOX VALLEY LAUGHTER CIRCLE
Second and fourth Wednesday, 6:00 –7:00 pm
Sometimes laughter is the best medicine! Join laughter
yoga leader and facilitator, Terri Reasoner, PhD, for some
time to de-stress with laughter. Open to the community.
Come once to try it out or come to every session for
the greatest benefit. Those attending for the first time
require pre-registration. No meeting March 27.
LOOK GOOD...FEEL BETTER ®
Monday, January 14, 10:00 am –noon
February 11, 1:00 – 3:00 pm
March 11, 5:30 –7:30 pm
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 appearance-related side effects of
radiation, chemotherapy, and other cancer treatments.
One kit per person. Caregivers are welcome to attend but
will not receive a makeup kit.
Call 630.262.1111 to register. TTY for the hearing impaired, 630.933.4833.

KNITTING CIRCLE
Tuesdays, 1:00 – 2:30 pm
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.
MEN & CANCER BREAKFAST
Saturdays, January 19, February 16 and March 16
8:00 – 9:15 am
Enjoy 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 support, camaraderie and comfort benefits of a
men’s fellowship group.
REFLECTION OF EXPRESSION*
Tuesdays, January 15 –February 12, 10:00 –11:30 am
Thursdays, February 21–March 21, 6:00 – 8:00 pm
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 those ages 18 and
older. Please specify which session you are registering for
(Tuesday or Thursday).
* Priority registration will be given to those who have
not attended previously.
WATERCOLOR WORKSHOP
Wednesdays, 10 am-noon or 1:00 – 3:00 pm
Class begins January 9
Let loose and have fun with watercolor paint! Watercolor
artist, Ann Schuster, will teach you the basics of
watercolor painting. No previous art experience required.
Please specify which session time you are interested in.
Nutrition
NUTRITION CONSULTATIONS
LivingWell is pleased to offer nutrition consultations
with our registered dietitian to those diagnosed
with cancer. Please call LivingWell to request an
appointment.
CULINARY COMFORTS
Wednesdays, February 6, 13, 20 & 27, 6:00 –7:30 pm
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. Commitment to the four week series
is preferred. Those attending all four sessions will
receive a complimentary copy of The Cancer Fighting
Kitchen.
*This program is sponsored by the STC Kick-A-Thon.
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Support & Networking
CAREGIVER SUPPORT
Tuesdays, 6:30 – 8:00 pm
This 11-week support group
embraces the importance of those
dedicated to caring for loved ones
living with cancer. Pre-registration
is required.
FACING CANCER
TOGETHER (FACT)
Tuesdays, 6:30 – 8:00 pm
FACT is a 12-week evening support
group for individuals with any type
and stage of cancer. Pre-registration
is required before January 29th.
Group is open to new participants
during the first four weeks of the
quarter.
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 and 3rd Saturday
of each month from 10-11:30am at
LivingWell Cancer Resource Center.
Open to caregivers and individuals
diagnosed with cancer. First time
attendees require pre-registration.
Call 630.262.1111 to register. TTY for the hearing impaired, 630.933.4833.

NETWORKING GROUPS
US TOO PROSTATE
CANCER SUPPORT GROUP
Third Tuesday of every month
10:30 –11:30 am
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. Drop in! No preregistration
is required.
WOMEN’S SHARE CIRCLE
Second Monday of every month
1:00 –2:30 pm
Cancer can be an isolating and exhausting
illness. This group invites women who are either
the patient or the caregiver to come together to
meet other women, share their stories, and feel
empowered. This group goes beyond the cancer
diagnosis to examine group members’ habits,
histories, and goals in a supportive environment.
Group members are strongly encouraged to attend
the Life Skills Series presented by Leslie Karen
Sann in addition to this group. First time attendees
require pre-registration.
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-
8:30 pm at LivingWell (January 21, February 18 and
March 18) and the first Monday of every month from
7-8:30 pm at Central DuPage Hospital (January 7,
February 4 and March 4).
BRAIN TUMOR RESOURCE
AND SUPPORT GROUP*
Meets the first and third Wednesday of the month
from 7:30-9:00 pm (January 2 and 16, February 6 and
20, March 6 and 20).
*Caregivers welcome
GYNECOLOGICAL CANCER
NETWORKING GROUP
Open to individuals with Ovarian, Cervical, Uterine,
and other Gynecological cancers. Meets on the first
Monday of the month from 7:00-8:30 pm (January 7,
February 4 and March 4).
LEUKEMIA, LYMPHOMA, AND MULTIPLE
MYELOMA NETWORKING GROUP*
Open to individuals with Leukemia, Lymphoma, or
Multiple Myeloma. Meets on the third Monday of the
month from 7:00-8:30pm (January 21, February 18
and March 18).
*Caregivers welcome
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-
9:00 pm. (January 9 and 23, February 13 and 27 and
March 13) No meeting on March 27.
*This group is facilitated by a breast cancer survivor who
also had a mastectomy, Noel Storm. Noel is available
for individual support sessions via phone or in person.
Please call to set up a meeting.
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Children & Family
TIME OUT
TIME!
EXPRESSIVE MOVEMENT
Tuesday, January 8, 5:30 –6:30 pm
Kids Concert
Tuesday, February 12, 5:30 –6:30 pm
Family Bake-Off
Tuesday, March 12, 5:30 –6:30 pm
Bubble Party
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.
Our new Expressive Movement group helps children
and teens process emotions through the use of
movement. Research shows that exercise has many
mental and emotional health related benefits. This
group gives children and teens the opportunity to reap
these benefits through the use of several activities
including martial arts, InterPlay, yoga and more. Call for
meeting dates/times.
Call 630.262.1111 to register. TTY for the hearing impaired, 630.933.4833.

Bereavement
GOOD GRIEF
Thursdays, 5:30 – 7:00 pm
CLUB COURAGEOUS
Thursdays, 4:30 – 5:30 pm, January 10 –March 14
Club Courageous is a 5-week support group for
children ages 6-12 who have been impacted by
cancer. Participants 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.
TEEN SUPPORT GROUP
January 9, January 23, February 6, February 20
and March 6, 6:30 – 8 pm
Our Teen Support Group helps teens ages 12-16
whose lives have been impacted by cancer. This
group will provide participants with the opportunity
to discuss changes they have experienced in their
personal, family, and social lives and process their
emotions surrounding their journey with cancer.
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. Group is open to new members during the
first two weeks of the quarter.
GOOD GRIEF FOR PARENTS
Good Grief for Parents is a 5-week bereavement
group providing education and emotional support for
parents who have lost a child to cancer. Topics include
the stages of grief, coping with holidays and special
events, and techniques to help parents grow through
the grief process. Sessions will be offered for parents
who have lost an adult child as well as for parents
who have lost a child under the age of 18. To register
please contact program coordinator, Laurel Fisher, LPC
at LivingWell.
Session 1:
Wednesdays, January 9 –February 6, 6:30 – 8 pm
Open to parents who have lost a child under the age
18 to cancer
Session 2:
Wednesdays, February 20 –March 13, 6:30 – 8 pm
Open to parents who have lost an adult child to
cancer
ME TOO: CHILDREN’S GRIEF
Our Me Too group offers grief support 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. Registration is required. Call for meeting
dates/times.
TEEN GRIEF GROUP
January 16, January 30, February 13, February 27
and March 13, 6:30 – 8 pm
Our Teen Grief group focuses on helping teens, ages
12-16, process the emotions involved with losing a
loved one.
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Wellness
A signed physician’s release and a health history form are required prior to
attendance at the first wellness class or service. Registration for each class
time/day is required each quarter; thereafter attendance is drop-in. Early
registration is recommended as classes may fill.
MASSAGE
People living with cancer and their
caregivers can enjoy the healing
touch of massage provided by
licensed massage therapists. Massage
is available by appointment at
LivingWell in Geneva, the CDH
Cancer Center in Warrenville, and
the DuPage Medical Group Cancer
Center in Lisle.
REIKI ENERGY HEALING
Reiki (pronounced ray-kee) is a
gentle, non-invasive energy healing
system that channels energy
through the hands of a trained
practitioner, which are placed on
or above the client’s fully clothed
body. Reiki supports the body’s own
healing process, promoting deep
relaxation, well-being and inner
calm. These services are available
by appointment at LivingWell
in Geneva and the CDH Cancer
Center in Warrenville.
A physician’s release is not required
for Reiki.
REFLEXOLOGY
Reflexology involves 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.
ONCOLOGY FACIALS FOR SKIN
HEALTH AND STRESS RELIEF
Enjoy a relaxing facial especially
tailored to the needs of those
affected by cancer given by
a licensed, oncology-trained
aesthetician. This service is
available by appointment and is
also offered to caregivers.
MORNING PILATES
1st and 3rd Tuesdays, 8:45 –9:20 am
Pilates is a fun and effective toning
workout that strengthens your core
and tones the body for long, lean
and strong muscles.
NIA
1st and 3rd Tuesdays, 5:00 –5:50 pm
Move, dance and burn calories as
you integrate and balance mind,
body and spirit with this joyful
movement class. Nia is an exercise
that combines elements of dance
and healing arts. Classes are taken
barefoot to soul-stirring music. No
experience required-- try it!
LIVINGWELL FITNESS
Mondays, 5:00 –5:40 pm
LivingWell
Tuesdays, 6 –6:45 pm
CDH Cancer Center
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, light weights,
fitness balls, bands and more.
Movements can be modified for
all levels of fitness. Gym shoes are
recommended.
Call 630.262.1111 to register. TTY for the hearing impaired, 630.933.4833.

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LIVINGWELL YOGA
Tuesdays & Thursdays
9:30 –10:30 am
LivingWell, Geneva
Mondays & Wednesdays
6:00 –7:00 pm
CDH Cancer Center, Warrenville
Fridays
9:00 –10:00 am
CDH Cancer Center, Warrenville
Thursdays
6:00 –7:00 pm
DuPage Medical Group
Cancer Center, Lisle
*Starts March, 2012
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.
RESTORATIVE YOGA
Mondays, 5:45 – 6:45 pm
Using supported poses and calming
breathing techniques, this class
will help you to calm your nervous
system, reduce anxiety, sleep more
soundly and support your immune
system functioning. This soothing
class is appropriate for all levels,
including those new to yoga, and
will be taught by Noreen Vence.
LIVINGWELL CHAIR YOGA
Thursdays, 11:15 am –12:00 pm
This class is perfect for those who
are looking for a little extra support
in their yoga classes. Get all of
the benefits of yoga—stretching,
strengthening, calming—from the
comfort of your chair. All levels are
invited, especially recommended for
those who are just getting started or
those who want to go more slowly.
LIVINGWELL YOGA
AT THE PRANA YOGA CENTER
Sundays, January 6 through March
24 2:30 – 3:30 pm
Prana Yoga Center
321 N. Stevens, Geneva
Gentle 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.
YOGA FLOW
(Formerly Men’s Yoga)
Now open to Men and Women
Tuesdays, 6 –7 pm
Join yoga instructor Joe Schatz for
this yoga class, while still gentle
and modified, is a slightly more
active class.
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2012 2013 OCTOBER PROGRAM - CALENDAR
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Wellness
CONTINUED
Off Campus Programs
WEDNESDAY WORKOUT-
FITNESS & PILATES ROTATION
Wednesdays, 5:30 – 6:15 pm
Get strong with this rotation of
LivingWell Fitness and Pilates. The
fitness routines classes on the first
and third Wednesdays incorporate
cardio and weights for an overall
workout. Pilates, on the 2nd and 4th
Wednesdays, strengthens your core
and tones the body for long, lean
muscles.
T’AI CHI CHIH
Wednesdays, 9:15 –10:15 am
Enjoy improved flexibility, balance,
energy, calmness and well-being. T’ai
Chi Chih is the perfect form of nonstrenuous
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, at 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.
Aurora
RUSH COPLEY 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. Meetings are
held the third Tuesday of each month
from 6:30-8:30 pm. A separate group for
Spanish-speaking participants will be
held at the same time. Group meets at
the Rush-Copley Heart Institute, 2088
Ogden Ave, 2nd floor, Aurora.
DREYER MEDICAL CLINIC
CANCER SUPPORT GROUP
LivingWell is pleased to announce a joint
partnership with Dreyer Medical Clinic
in providing a monthly cancer support
group for individuals affected by any
cancer type. Meets the fourth Monday of
each month from 5:30-7 pm at the Dreyer
Medical Clinic, 1221 Highland Ave,
Aurora. The cancer center is located on
the east side of the Dreyer building under
the blue awning. First time attendees
require registration.
Geneva
LIVINGWELL YOGA AT THE
PRANA YOGA CENTER
Gentle 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. Meets Sundays,
January 6 through March 17 from
2:30-3:30 at the Prana Yoga Center,
321 N. Stevens, Geneva.
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.
A physician’s release and a health
history form are required to be on file at
LivingWell prior to taking this class. No
meeting November 21.
Call 630.262.1111 to register. TTY for the hearing impaired, 630.933.4833.

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Naperville
MASSAGE
Massage 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
DuPage Medical Group Cancer Center,
430 Warrenville Rd, Lisle. Please call
LivingWell to set up an appointment.
LIVINGWELL YOGA
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 Thursdays, from 6-7pm beginning
March 7, 2013 at the DuPage Medical
Group Cancer Center, 430 Warrenville
Rd, Lisle. Pre-registration is required.
HEALING THROUGH ART
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 adult caregivers
and patients. Meets Tuesday, March 11
from 10 am-noon at the DuPage Medical
Group Cancer Center, 430 Warrenville
Rd, Lisle. Pre-registration is required.
GENERAL CANCER SUPPORT GROUP
This general cancer support group
is facilitated by LivingWell program
coordinator and licensed professional
counselor, Missy Petty, M.Ed., LCPC,
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 7:00-8:30 pm. Preregistration
is required for first time
attendees. Group meets at the Edward
Naperville Cancer Center, 120 Spalding
Drive, Naperville.
Warrenville
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.
Pre-registration is required.
LIVINGWELL YOGA
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. Pre-registration
is required.
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. Please
call LivingWell to set up an appointment.
Winfield
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 at the CDH
Main Hospital Campus, Main Level BT
Conference Room 3, 25 N. Winfield
Road, Winfield. Please park near the
hospital main entrance. Pre-registration
is required for first time attendees. (This
group also meets every third Monday of
the month from 7-8:30 pm at LivingWell
Cancer Resource Center).

442 Williamsburg Avenue
Geneva, Illinois 60134
livingwellcrc.org
LivingWell Cancer Resource Center
LIVINGWELL PRESENTS
THE 8 TH ANNUAL
BRIDGE WALK
is a place that embraces the cancer
patient and family as they navigate their
way through diagnosis, treatment and
survivorship.
Join us at Fabyan Forest Preserve for the
8th annual Bridge Walk, a 5K walk along the
beautiful Fox River. The Bridge Walk helps
raise funds and awareness for LivingWell
Cancer Resource Center.
Our Purpose
LivingWell Cancer Resource Center is a
place that embraces the cancer patient
and family as they navigate their way
through diagnosis, treatment, and
survivorship. Our purpose is to improve
the quality of life for people facing cancer.
Saturday, May 18, 2013
Registration at 7:00am
Walk begins at 8:00am
Fabyan Forest Preserve (Route 31 entrance)
Geneva, IL
visit livingwellcrc.org to learn more
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at LivingWell while reducing printing and
postage costs, we will be communicating
more through email. Contact Cheryl
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org or 630.262.1111, with your email
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630.933.4833) Thank you for helping
LivingWell keep costs down so that we
can continue to serve more people living
with cancer.