Relaxation and Visualization
Wednesdays at 5:15 p.m.
In this experiential group, youíll learn breathing techniques to reduce anxiety and participate in guided imagery to help boost overall immune function.
Relaxation and Visualization
Wednesdays, February 1 and March 7, 9:15-10:30 a.m.
Learn relaxation and breath centering techniques designed to help cancer survivors reduce daily stress and boost immune function. Friends and family are welcome. Off-site Location: Sun Healthís Grandview Care Center, 14505 West Granite Valley Drive, Community Education Room, Building B, Sun City West, AZ 85375. Enter at the Building ìBî Entrance, which faces the Emergency Room of Banner Del E. Webb Medical Center.
Writing for Wellness
Mondays, February 6 and March 5, 19, 11:15 a.m.-12:45 p.m.
This brown bag lunch group allows you to journal about different topics related to your health and wellbeing. Participants are invited to share their personal reflections.
Music and Expressive Arts
Thursdays, February 9, 23 and March 8, 22, 10 a.m.-12 noon
Dalena Watson, LPC, FAMI, MT-BC, facilitates exploration and expression through a variety of creative mediums including music making and listening, imagery, art, and writing. Each class has a different theme.
Creative Arts in Healing
Fridays, February 10, 24 and March 9, 23, 10 a.m.-12 noon
Create your own designs working with clay with ceramicist Joy Kockerbeck. No previous experience needed. Materials provided
Bunco
Tuesdays, February 14 and March 13, 12:30-2:30 p.m.
A game played in teams with dice. No previous experience needed just come have fun. Bring a friend!
Knitting and More
Tuesdays, February 14, 28 and March 13, 27, 1-3 p.m.
Join us for our knitting group led by Kathy Ulrich and Marilyn Pobiak to create community as we knit, purl and cast-on together. Those who crochet, tat and needlepoint are welcome to join the fun. Plenty of yarn for all to share.
Writing for Wellness
Wednesdays, February 15 and March 21, 9-11 a.m.
Writing about life events can alleviate stress and boost immune function. Journal about well-being and other cancer-related topics. Off-site Location: Sun Healthís Grandview Care Center, 14505 West Granite Valley Drive, Community Education Room, Building B, Sun City West, AZ 85375. Enter at the Building ìBî Entrance, which faces the Emergency Room of Banner Del E. Webb Medical Center.
WIT Group (ages 21 to 40): Social Groups
Thursday, February 16, 6-8 p.m. and Saturday, March 24, 7 p.m.
Whatever It Takes (WIT) Young Adult Group (cancer survivors ages 21 to 40) in partnership with The Branden Lombardi Foundation.
February: You and a guest are invited to RnR located at 3737 North Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, AZ for food and non-alcoholic beverages.
March: Spring Training to watch the AZ Diamondbacks play the Kansas City Royals at Salt River Fields at Talking Stick, 7555 N. Pima Road, Scottsdale. You are welcome to bring a guest. Food and nonalcoholic beverages provided. RSVP.
Health Rhythms Drumming Circle
Thursdays, February 23 and March 29, 6-7:30 p.m.
Frank Thompson, Founder of the AZ Rhythm Connection and REMO trained facilitator, leads this group. Off-site Location: Paradise Valley United Methodist Church, 4455 East Lincoln Drive, Main Chapel, Paradise Valley, AZ 85253.
TWC 360: Dinner Meeting & Social
Tuesday, February 28, 5-8 p.m.
Join us for dinner with fellow cancer survivors and volunteers. After dinner weíll plan our monthly activities, and talk about volunteer opportunities. See page 3 for more information on TWC 360.
Red Balloon Birthday Celebration
Tuesday, March 6, 12-2 p.m.
Join us for a picnic lunch. Celebrate recovery, honor a friend and support a loved one with cancer as we commemorate TWC-AZís 13th Birthday! Friends and family are welcome to attend. RSVP.
Day of Mindfulness
Saturday, March 17, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Join TWC facilitator, Willow Daup, MA, LPC, for a day of mindful attention and self-care. Use this day to develop your ability to be present and aware in each moment through meditation, gentle yoga, tai chi, deep relaxation and journaling. Dress comfortably. Light brunch provided. RSVP.
Book Club
Tuesday, March 20, 12:15-1:45 p.m.
TWC Facilitator, Anne Lackey, MEd, LPC, leads an ongoing bimonthly discussion ó Marchís book is Bel Canto by Ann Patchett. No need to read or finish the book to join. All welcome.
TWC 360: Mystery Dinner Theater
Tuesday, March 27, 5-8 p.m.
Join us for dinner and a fun mystery game. Help us figure out ìwho done itî while enjoying dinner with friends. Open to all. See page 3 for more information on TWC 360.