Paradise Valley United Methodist Church
These programs are open to everyone.
Tai Chi Chih
Tuesdays 6:30–7:30 p.m.
Location: Building E, Rooms 10 and 11.
Tony Pagliarulo facilitates this class. NOTE: New day! This class has changed to Tuesdays from Wednesdays.
Drumming Circle
Thursdays, June 30 and July 28, 6–7:30 p.m.
Location: Main Chapel
Frank Thompson, Founder of the AZ Rhythm Connection and REMO trained facilitator, leads this group.
Nutrition for Health
Thursday, June 16, 6–8 p.m.
Location: Hobbs Building, Room H1
Lee Renda, RD, Outpatient Oncology Dietitian at St Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center, discusses the relationship
between the foods we eat and how our bodies respond to cancer and its treatments. RSVP.
The Beneficial Impact of Exercise
Thursday, July 21, 6–8 p.m.
Location: Hobbs Building, Room H1
Matt Taylor, PT, PhD, explores the science behind exercise and the benefits for cancer survivors. Dr. Taylor will
provide tips to incorporate yoga and exercise into your daily routine as tools for pain management and general
wellness. RSVP.
Barrow Neurological Institute
Brain Tumor Support Group
Tuesdays, June 28 and July 26, 6–7:30 p.m.
Location: St. Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center Conference Room 2
This group helps those with a brain tumor as well as friends and family to support and learn from one another. Discuss living with a brain tumor, treatment, symptom management and survivorship. Dinner provided. Parking: 6th Avenue garage. Tickets validated at group.
Benevilla Community Center
Relaxation and Visualization
Wednesdays, June 1 and july 6, 9:15–10 a.m.
Learn relaxation and centering breath techniques to help reduce daily stress and boost immune function.
Cooking for Health
Mondays, June 20 and July 18, 12–2 p.m.
Margaret Tate, Registered Dietitian, covers cancer-related nutrition topics. This series features meals loaded with
antioxidants, phytochemicals, high-fiber, low-fat, and healthy dairy alternatives. Healthy weight maintenance and meal
planning included. RSVP.
Writing for Wellness
Thursdays, June 16 and July 21, 10 a.m.–12 noon
Writing about life events may alleviate stress and boost immune function. Journal on health, well-being and other cancer-related topics.
Spanish Speaking Programs
Grupo de Apoyo Emocional En Español
Localización: Banner Desert Medical Center (Rosati Education Center, Salon Aspen A) 1400 South Dobson Road, Mesa, AZ 85202.
Fechas: 14 de junio de 2011 y 12 de julio de 2011 de las 6–7:30 p.m.
Localización: St. Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center Comprehensive Cancer Center (Salón: Sala de Espera Centro de Cáncer) 500 West Thomas Road, Suite 650 (Sexto Piso), Phoenix, AZ 85013. *Estacionamiento en el “6th Avenue Garage.”
Fechas: 28 de junio de 2011 y 26 de julio de 2011 de las 6–7:30 p.m.