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Newsletter/Calendar
January • February • March
2015
the Gathering Place
A Caring Community for Those Touched by Cancer
Healing the Mind, Body &
Spirit with Gentle Movement
S
ince we opened our doors in 2000, we have offered a variety of gentle exercise
programs, including yoga and tai chi. Men and women, young and old, cancer
patient or cancer caregiver, sitting or standing, our classes have been well received.
Our participants have let us know that yoga and tai chi has helped them sleep better, take less
pain medication, and restored their balance and range of motion. There are so many benefits
from the simple practice of meditative movement; and you do not have to get twisted into
difficult pretzel poses or stand on your head to feel the benefits.
One of our yoga instructors, Nancy Burgard, says “Yoga can be helpful to those diagnosed with
cancer because reducing the stress and anxiety can aid in having an attitude of hope. Yoga may increase
the body’s physical and emotional healing.” It offers a way to take an active part in their recovery.”
Michael Stadul, our tai chi instructor told us “Tai chi focuses on wellness and disempowers
illness. It exercises the mind, the body and the spirit, to find a balance.” His participant’s comments
include: “Tai chi is very relaxing and besides that it’s fun!”; “I had a mastectomy and it’s really helped
my range of motion.” And, most powerful of all, “Tai chi has given me a new life.”
Dympna Ferrante, another one of our yoga teachers says “Yoga may help reduce stress
and fear and relax the body and mind so that someone with cancer can better receive the healing
power of their treatments.” She is regularly rewarded by participants at the end of class saying
“I cannot believe how good I feel now!”
Our tai chi instructor Susan Cady notes that, “Tai chi can allow the body’s energy to run
smoothly, melting aches and pains, gently massaging away chronic tension.” She has heard her
students say things like “My shoulder is open,” or “My back and knees feel better.”
Academic research supports these endorsements. In a recent literature search on tai chi,
yoga, and cancer, over 250 articles were found. A paper published in November of 2014
concludes “Yoga intervention could significantly reduce the overall fatigue in breast cancer patients
with chemotherapy.”1 Another study from the same year found “Qigong/tai chi had positive effects
on the cancer-specific quality of life, fatigue, immune function and cortisol level of cancer patients.”2
We encourage you to try our yoga, tai chi or qigong classes which are designed to
accommodate you whether you are a beginner or have some physical challenges. As the cold
weather keeps us indoors, let our experienced and nurturing instructors help you move more.
See page 10 for our gentle movement programs.
1. Wang G, Wang S, Jiang P, Zeng C., ,Zhong Nan Da Xue Xue Bao Yi Xue Ban, 2014 Oct;39(10):1077-82, Effect of Yoga on cancer related fatigue in breast
cancer patients with chemotherapy. 2. Zeng Y, Luo T, Xie H2, Huang M, Cheng, AS, Complement Ther Med. 2014 Feb;22(1):173-86. Health benefits of
qigong or tai chi for cancer patients: a systematic review and meta-analyses.
“As we move
together with the
lovely breath of
life, I am able
to remove myself
from the hurting
me and find peace
in the inner me!”
“Tai chi is very
relaxing and
besides that
it’s fun!”
“I had a
mastectomy
and it’s really
helped my range
of motion.”
“Tai chi has
given me a
new life.”
telephone: 216.595.9546 • fax: 216.595.9581 • e-mail: [email protected] • web: www.touchedbycancer.org
The Gathering Place – Programs and Services
The Gathering Place programs and services are for those currently dealing with cancer in their daily lives. This includes
those in treatment, those who are coping with the physical and/or emotional side effects from treatment, those who are
actively supporting someone with cancer, or someone who is grieving the recent loss of a loved one from cancer.
Adult programs & Cancer Support Groups
Welcoming Orientation
Adults (over 18) touched by cancer are invited to attend a Welcoming
Orientation session to learn about our free programs and services. No
registration required but childcare can only be arranged with prior notification.
TGP East: Mondays, 6:30pm, Tuesdays, 1:30pm & Saturdays, 10:30am
TGP West: Tuesdays, 1:30pm, Thursdays, 6:30pm, & Saturdays, 10:30am
*Group for Caregivers
For caregivers, family members and friends of those diagnosed with cancer.
Advance registration required.
TGP East: Tuesdays, 6:30-8:00pm - Register with Ellen Heyman, RN, MSN, CS
TGP West: Mondays, 6:30-8:00pm - Register with Susan Marinac, LISW-S, MT-BC
*Group for Those with Cancer
Advance registration required.
TGP East: Tuesdays, 6:30-8:00pm - Register with Betsy Kohn, MA, PC
TGP West: Mondays, 6:30-8:00pm - Register with Ellen Heyman, RN, MSN, CS
Group for Young Adults with Cancer (ages 18 and up)
Facilitator: Kathy Maxwell, LISW-S
TGP East: Thursdays, February 5th & March 5th, 6:30-8:00pm
Sister Circle
A monthly support group for African American women with any type of
cancer. Facilitator: Kris Austin, LSW, MSEd
TGP East: Thursdays, January 15th, February 19th & March 19th, 6:30-8:00pm
*Survivorship Support Group
Monthly support group for those who have completed treatment.
Advance registration required.
TGP East: Thursdays, January 8th, February 12th & March 12th, 6:30-8:00pm
Wednesdays, January 28th, February 25th & March 25th, 1:30-3:00pm
Register with Betsy Kohn, MA, PC
TGP West: Tuesdays, January 13th, February 10th & March 10th, 6:30-8:00pm
Register with Susan Marinac, LISW-S, MT-BC
Group for Older Adults with Cancer
Facilitator: Erin Rafter, PhD, CCLS
TGP West: Fridays, January 16th, February 20th & March 20th, 11:00am-12:30pm
*Grief Support Group
Twice-monthly group for those who have lost an adult loved one to cancer.
Advance registration required.
TGP East: Tuesdays, January 13th & 27th, February 10th & 24th &
March 10th & 24th , 6:30-8:00pm ~ Register with Mary Fisher Bornstein, LISW-S
TGP West: Wednesdays January 7th & 21st, February 4th & 18th &
March 4th & 18th, 2:00-3:30pm ~ Register with Susan Marinac, LISW-S, MT-BC
*Exploring Spirituality
Join us as we explore spirituality in the New Year. Facilitators: Kris Austin, LSW,
MSEd & Mary Fisher-Bornstein, LISW-S Advance registration required.
TGP East: Monday, February 2nd, 6:30-8:00pm
TGP West: Tuesday, March 3rd, 6:30-8:00pm
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Adult programs & Cancer Support Groups continued...
*Big Emotions, Practical Solutions
Explore emotions and learn coping strategies that can improve
quality of life with a cancer diagnosis. Attend any or all 3 sessions.
Advance registration for each session required.
TGP East: Wednesdays, 6:30-8:00pm
*Fear - February 4th, Facilitator: Mary Fisher Bornstein, LISW-S
*Anger - February 11th, Facilitator: Kris Austin, LSW, MSEd
*Hope - February 18th, Facilitator: Betsy Kohn, MA, PC
TGP West: Thursdays, 6:30-8:00pm
*Fear - January 15th, Facilitator: Erin Rafter, PhD, CCLS
*Anger - January 22nd, Facilitator: Andrea Sonnie, LISW
*Hope - January 29th, Facilitator: Kris Austin, LSW, MSEd
*Lymphedema: Fact or Fiction
Learn the facts and myths about lymphedema. What is it? How can
you reduce the risks of getting lymphedema? What can you do how to
manage the signs and symptoms of swelling? Presenter: Diane Galvin, PT
Advance registration required.
TGP East: Saturday, February 28th, 10:00-11:30am
TGP West: Saturday, March 7th, 10:00-11:30am
*Mindfulness Series
Learn ways to “be present” through mindful eating, art and meditation.
Attend any or all 3 sessions. Advance registration for each session required.
*Mindful Art
Create clay “Giving Bowls” to help you focus on the gifts in your daily life.
Presenter: Maureen Moses, ATR-BC
TGP East: Thursday, March 19th, 6:30-8:00pm
TGP West: Tuesday, March 3rd, 6:30-8:00pm
*Mindful Meditation
Learn strategies to use mindfulness to be more present and reduce stress.
Presenter: Kathy Maxwell, LISW-S
TGP East: Thursday, March 26th, 6:30-8:00 pm
Presenter: Erin Rafter, PhD, CCLS
TGP West: Tuesday, February 24th, 6:30-8:00pm
*Mindful Eating
Discover healthy ways to nurture our bodies without over feeding
our emotions in this hands-on cancer fighting cooking class.
Presenter: Beth Bennett, PT, MA, MS, RD/LD
TGP East: Thursday, April 2nd, 6:30-8:00pm
TGP West: Tuesday, February 17th, 6:30-8:00pm
*Managing Your Symptoms
Learn strategies to help you with symptoms of pain, nausea, fatigue,
depression, or peripheral neuropathy. Presenter: Elizabeth Weinstein, MD
Advance registration required.
TGP East: Thursday, January 29th, 6:30-8:00pm
*Moving Forward: Emotional & Physical Recovery
Moving Forward is an 8-week program for men and women who are currently
in treatment or have finished treatment within the last year. The program
includes twice weekly fitness training, healthy cooking classes and a weekly
support group. Join us for an orientation followed by the 8-week series.
Staff: Beth Bennett, PT, MA, MS, RD/LD, Mary Fisher Bornstein, LISW-S &
Carl Harmon, BS/BA, MBA, NSCA-CPT.
Advance registration required with Mary Fisher Bornstein.
TGP East: Monday, March 30th Orientation, 6:00-7:00pm, program begins
April 6th-May 27th, Mondays 6:00-8:15pm and Wednesdays, 7:15-8:15pm
*These programs require pre-registration. Participants requiring childcare need to call several days in advance.
Call 216.595.9546 for appointment times for massage, reiki, and reflexology.
Cancer Specific PROGRAMS continued...
Cancer Specific PROGRAMS
Blood Related Cancers
The blood related cancer groups are co-sponsored by the Leukemia &
Lymphoma Society (LLS). Family members are welcome to attend these groups.
Group for Those with Blood Cancers
*New and Emerging Therapies
Presenter: Paolo Caimi, MD. Co-sponsored by LLS and University Hospitals
Seidman Cancer Center
Advance registration is required.
Beachwood Hotel (to be determined): Monday, January 19th,
registration - 5:30pm, dinner - 6:00pm, program - 6:30-8:00pm
Stress Management
Presenter: Mary Fisher Bornstein, LISW-S
TGP East: Monday, March 16th, 6:30-8:00pm
Breast Cancer
*Feed Your Body, Nourish Your Soul:
Nutrition Guidelines for Breast Cancer Survivors
Presenter: Beth Bennett, PT, MA, MS, RD/LD
Advance registration required.
TGP East: Thursday, January 22nd, 6:30-8:00pm
*Balancing Work and Life: I Don’t Have Time for Breast Cancer!
Presenter: Mary Fisher Bornstein, LISW-S
Advance registration required.
TGP East: Thursday, February 26th, 6:30-8:00pm
*Tai Chi: Balance and Well-Being for Women with Breast Cancer
Learn how it can help with balance and neuropathy. Presenter: Susan Cady
TGP East: Thursday, March 26th, 6:30-8:00pm
Group for Young Women with Breast Cancer
Facilitator: Susan Marinac, LISW-S, MT-BC
TGP West: Tuesdays, January 6th, February 3rd & March 3rd, 6:30-8:00pm
Oral Head and Neck Cancer
Group for Those with Oral, Head and Neck Cancers
Family members are welcome. Offered in collaboration with
University Hospitals Seidman Cancer Center and the Cleveland Clinic.
Facilitators: Nancy Tamburro, LISW and Julie Dimitrov, LISW
TGP East: Tuesday, January 20th & March 17th, 6:30-8:00pm
Prostate Cancer
Prostate Partners
Family members are welcome at all Prostate Partners group meetings.
Managing Incontinence
Presenter: Kenneth Angermeir, MD
TGP East: Thursday, January 8th, 6:30-8:00pm
Dialogue with the Doctors
Presenters: William Larchian, MD & James Ulchaker, MD
TGP West: Tuesday, January 20th, 6:30-8:00pm
Strategies to Manage Fear
Presenter: Mary Fisher Bornstein, LISW-S
TGP East: Thursday, February 12th, 6:30-8:00pm
Treatment of Advanced Disease
Presenter: Rajan Ramanathan, MD
TGP West: Tuesday, February 17th, 6:30-8:00pm
The Gathering Place Staff
Chief Executive Officer: Eileen Saffran, LISW-S
Outreach Coordinator: Cheryl Apisdorf, MBA
Chief Marketing Officer: Kristina Austin, MSEd, LSW
Program Staff: Beth Bennett, PT, MA, MS, RD/LD
Program Staff: Mary Fisher Bornstein, LISW-S
A Panel Discussion with Prostate Cancer Survivors
Quarterly Meeting
Hear from others with prostate cancer about the challenges they face
and strategies they use to cope.
TGP East: Thursday, March 12th, 6:30-8:00pm
Prostate Partners’ Partners
A candid discussion for women who support men with prostate cancer.
Facilitator: Mary Fisher Bornstein, LISW-S
TGP East: Wednesday, February 4th, 2:00-3:30pm
*Exercising through Prostate Cancer
Twice-weekly strength training sessions for men with prostate cancer.
Designed to reduce some of the side effects from hormone therapy
treatments like weight gain and fatigue. Free exercise equipment to take home.
Call Beth Bennett for dates and times and to schedule a fitness assessment.
Instructor: Stephen Cerne, BS, NSCA-CPT, ACSM/ACS-CET
TGP Wellness Center
Instructor: Michael Ciccarello, ACE, CPT, GFI
TGP West
Instructor: Michael Ciccarello, ACE, CPT, GFI
Stephanie Tubbs Jones Health Center: 13944 Euclid Avenue 44112
Children, teens and Family Programs
Family Counseling
Our children’s specialists, Casey Durkin, LISW-S, Kathy Maxwell LISW-S, and
Erin Rafter, PhD, CCLS are available to meet with parents or other family
members to discuss concerns about issues with children and teens.
Call for an appointment.
*KidShop/TeenShop
Workshop for children and teens who have an adult family member with
cancer. Utilizing art, play, and discussion, children and their parents interact
with families in similar situations. Advance registration required.
TGP East: Mondays, January 12th & 26th, February 9th & 23rd & March 9th & 23rd , 6:30-8:00pm
Register with Kathy Maxwell, LISW-S
TGP West: Wednesdays, January 7th & 21st, February 4th & 18th & March 4th& 18th, 6:30-8:00pm
Register with Erin Rafter, PhD, CCLS
*KidShop/Teenshop Themes for Upcoming Programs:
January: Family Legacies: Creating Healthy Futures
February: Opening your Heart: Fun Communication Skills
March: Fighting Cancer & Boosting Brain Power with Food
*Bridges Bereavement Group for Families
Group for parents, children and teens when there has been a death of an
adult loved one from cancer. Includes expressive age specific group activities
and a concurrent support group for parents. Advance registration required.
TGP East: Mondays, January 5th & 19th, February 2nd & 16th & March 2nd & 16th, 6:30-8:00pm
Register with Bev Soggs, MA, CCLS
TGP West: Wednesdays, January 14th & 28th, February 11th & 25th & March 11th & 25th, 6:30-8:00pm
Register with Bev Soggs, MA, CCLS
Program Staff: Stephen Cerne, BS, NSCA-CPT, ACSM/ACS-CET
Medical Librarian: Eileen Coan, MA, MLS
Chief Development Officer: Beth Darmstadter, MPH
Director of Children’s Programming:
Casey Durkin, MSSA, LISW-S
Chief Program Officer: Ellen Heyman, MSN, RN, CS
Continued on page 10...
•Additional Family, Children and Teen Opportunities
• Programs and Services
Program Coordinator/Program Staff:
Betsy Kohn, MA, PC
Volunteer Coordinator: Liz Krantz
Chief Operating Officer: Benjamin Light, MA
Operations and Volunteer Coordinator: Lynn Lubben
Program Staff: Susan Marinac, LISW-S, MT-BC
Program Staff: Kathy Maxwell, LISW-S
Development Coordinator: Maureen Paez, BA
Community Liaison: Kristine Pagsuyoin, MAEd
Program Staff: Erin Rafter, PhD, CCLS
Administrative Coordinator: Sue Shane, BS
Program Staff: Beverly Soggs, MA, CCLS
Community Liaison: Andrea Sonnie, LISW
*These programs require pre-registration. Participants requiring childcare need to call several days in advance.
Call 216.595.9546 for appointment times for massage, reiki, and reflexology.
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The Gathering Place
January 2015
Monday
Welcoming Orientation
Wednesday
23300 Commerce Park • Beachwood, OH 44122
*These programs require pre-registration.
The Gathering Place Richman Family
Wellness Center (WC): Orange
Participants requiring childcare need
to call several days in advance.
Call 216.595.9546 for
appointment times for massage,
Reiki, and reflexology.
TGP East: Mondays, 6:30pm, Tuesdays, 1:30pm
and Saturdays, 10:30am
TGP West: Tuesdays, 1:30pm, Thursdays, 6:30pm
and Saturdays, 10:30am
Guided Meditation (E)
*Bridges Bereavement Group
for Families (E)
Welcoming Orientation (E)
*Group for Caregivers (W)
*Group for Those w/ Cancer (W)
*Exercise Class (W)
Tuesday
The Gathering Place East (E): Blue
An opportunity for adults (over 18)
touched by cancer to learn about our
FREE programs and services.
2:00p-3:00p
6:30p-8:00p
6:30p
6:30p-8:00p
6:30p-8:00p
7:00p-8:00p
A Caring Community for
Those Touched by Cancer
23295 Commerce Park • Beachwood, OH 44122
The Gathering Place West (W): Green
800 Sharon Drive • Westlake, OH 44145
Off-Site Programs (O): Red
Check program description for location
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11:00a-12:15p
1:30p
6:30p-8:00p
6:30p-8:00p
7:30a-8:30a
*Yoga (E)
Welcoming Orientation (E)
*Group for Caregivers (E)
*Group for Those w/ Cancer (E)
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*Exercise Class (WC)
12:30p-1:15p *Exercise Class (WC)
1:30p-2:15p *Exercise Class (WC)
6:30p-7:15p *Exercise Class (WC)
1:30p
Welcoming Orientation (W)
6:30p-8:00p Group for Young Women w/
Breast Cancer (W)
6:30p-7:45p*Yoga (W)
9:00a-1:00p
Labyrinth Walk (E)
2:00p-3:15p *Tai Chi (E)
11:30a-12:15p *Exercise Class (WC)
2:00p-3:30p *Grief Support Group (W)
2:30p-3:30p *Exercise Class (W)
6:30p-8:00p*KidShop/TeenShop (W)
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2:00p-3:00p
Guided Meditation (E)
12
6:30p-8:00p*KidShop/TeenShop (E)
6:30p
Welcoming Orientation (E)
5:30p-6:15p Guided Meditation (W)
6:30p-8:00p *Group for Caregivers (W)
6:30p-8:00p *Group for Those w/ Cancer (W)
7:00p-8:00p *Exercise Class (W)
11:00a-12:15p*Yoga (E)
13
1:30p
Welcoming Orientation (E)
6:30p-8:00p *Grief Support Group (E)
6:30p-8:00p *Group for Caregivers (E)
6:30p-8:00p *Group for Those w/ Cancer (E)
7:30a-8:30a *Exercise Class (WC)
12:30p-1:15p *Exercise Class (WC)
1:30p-2:15p *Exercise Class (WC)
6:30p-7:15p *Exercise Class (WC)
1:30p
Welcoming Orientation (W)
6:30p-7:45p*Yoga (W)
6:30p-8:00p *Survivorship Support Group (W)
2:00p-3:15p
11:30a-12:15p
2:30p-3:30p
6:30p-8:00p
2:00p-3:00p
Guided Meditation (E)
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6:30p-8:00p *Bridges Bereavement Group
for Families (E)
6:30p
Welcoming Orientation (E)
6:30p-8:00p *Group for Caregivers (W)
6:30p-8:00p *Group for Those w/ Cancer (W)
7:00p-8:00p *Exercise Class (W)
5:30p-8:00p*Group for Those w/ Blood Cancers (O)
11:00a-12:15p*Yoga (E)
20
1:30p
Welcoming Orientation (E)
6:30p-8:00p *Group for Caregivers (E)
6:30p-8:00p *Group for Those w/ Cancer (E)
6:30p-8:00p Group for Those w/ Oral, Head & Neck Cancers (E)
7:30a-8:30a *Exercise Class (WC)
12:30p-1:15p *Exercise Class (WC)
1:30p-2:15p *Exercise Class (WC)
6:30p-7:15p *Exercise Class (WC)
1:30p
Welcoming Orientation (W)
6:30p-7:45p*Yoga (W)
6:30p-8:00p Prostate Partners (W)
2:00p-3:15p *Tai Chi (E)
11:30a-12:15p *Exercise Class (WC)
2:00p-3:30p *Grief Support Group (W)
2:30p-3:30p *Exercise Class (W)
6:30p-8:00p*KidShop/TeenShop (W)
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11:00a-12:15p*Yoga (E)
27
1:30p
Welcoming Orientation (E)
5:30p-6:15p Guided Meditation (E)
6:30p-8:00p *Grief Support Group (E)
6:30p-8:00p *Group for Caregivers (E)
6:30p-8:00p *Group for Those w/ Cancer (E)
7:30a-8:30a *Exercise Class (WC)
12:30p-1:15p *Exercise Class (WC)
1:30p-2:15p *Exercise Class (WC)
6:30p-7:15p *Exercise Class (WC)
1:30p
Welcoming Orientation (W)
6:00p-8:00p *Fresh Start to the New Year
Cooking Class (W)
6:30p-7:45p*Yoga (W)
1:30p-3:00p*Survivorship Support Group (E) 28
2:00p-3:15p *Tai Chi (E)
6:00p-8:00p *Fresh Start to the New Year
Cooking Class (E)
11:30a-12:15p *Exercise Class (WC)
2:30p-3:30p *Exercise Class (W)
6:30p-8:00p *Bridges Bereavement Group
for Families (W)
2:00p-3:00p
Guided Meditation (E)
3:30p-5:30p *Look Good...Feel Better® (E)
6:30p-8:00p*KidShop/TeenShop (E)
6:30p
Welcoming Orientation (E)
5:30p-6:15p Guided Meditation (W)
6:30p-8:00p *Group for Caregivers (W)
6:30p-8:00p *Group for Those w/ Cancer (W)
7:00p-8:00p *Exercise Class (W)
*Tai Chi (E)
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*Exercise Class (WC)
*Exercise Class (W)
*Bridges Bereavement Group
for Families (W)
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January 2015 ~ The Gathering Place
HOURS: Monday - Friday: 9:00a -5:00p, Saturday: 9:00a-1:00p. Open evenings when programs are scheduled.
THURSDAY
CLOSED - East and West
New Years Day
FRIDAY
1
CLOSED - East and West
New Years Holiday
SATURDAY/SUNDAY
2
CLOSED - East and West
New Years Holiday
3
4
11:00a-12:15p
*Tai Chi (E)
6:30p-7:45p *Yoga (E)
6:30p-8:00p*Survivorship Support Group (E)
6:30p-8:00p Prostate Partners (E)
12:30p-1:15p *Exercise Class (WC)
1:30p-2:15p *Exercise Class (WC)
6:30p-7:15p *Exercise Class (WC)
12:00p-1:15p*Yoga (W)
6:30p-7:45p *Tai Chi (W)
6:30p
Welcoming Orientation (W)
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11:00a-12:15p *Tai Chi (E)
6:30p-7:45p*Yoga (E)
6:30p-8:00p Sister Circle (E)
12:30p-1:15p *Exercise Class (WC)
1:30p-2:15p *Exercise Class (WC)
6:30p-7:15p *Exercise Class (WC)
12:00p-1:15p*Yoga (W)
6:30p-7:45p *Tai Chi (W)
6:30p-8:00p *Big Emotions: Fear (W)
6:30p
Welcoming Orientation (W)
15
9
9:00a-1:00p
10:30a
2:00p-3:30p
9:00a-1:00p
10:30a
OPEN for Drop-ins (E)
Welcoming Orientation (E)
*Under the Sea: Fun w/ Ariel,
Sebastian & Friends (E)
OPEN for Drop-ins (W)
Welcoming Orientation (W)
10
11
11:00a-12:15p*Yoga (E)
16
11:30a-12:15p *Exercise Class (WC)
9:00a-10:00p *Exercise Class (W)
11:00a-12:30p Group for Older Adults w/ Cancer (W)
12:30p
Closed East and West
9:00a-1:00p
10:30a
9:00a-1:00p
10:30a
OPEN for Drop-ins (E)
Welcoming Orientation (E)
OPEN for Drop-ins (W)
Welcoming Orientation (W)
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18
11:00a-12:15p *Tai Chi (E)
22
1:30p-3:00p *Clay: A Box of Wisdom#1 (E)
6:30p-7:45p*Yoga (E)
6:30p-8:00p *Feed Your Body, Nourish Your Soul: Nutrition Guidelines for
Breast Cancer Survivors (E)
12:30p-1:15p *Exercise Class (WC)
1:30p-2:15p *Exercise Class (WC)
6:30p-7:15p *Exercise Class (WC)
12:00p-1:15p*Yoga (W)
6:30p-7:45p *Tai Chi (W)
6:30p-8:00p *Big Emotions: Anger (W)
6:30p
Welcoming Orientation (W)
11:00a-12:15p *Tai Chi (E)
1:30p-3:00p *Clay: A Box of Wisdom#2 (E)
6:30p-7:45p *Yoga (E)
6:30p-8:00p *Managing Your Symptoms (E)
12:30p-1:15p *Exercise Class (WC)
1:30p-2:15p *Exercise Class (WC)
6:30p-7:15p *Exercise Class (WC)
12:00p-1:15p*Yoga (W)
6:30p-7:45p *Tai Chi (W)
6:30p-8:00p *Big Emotions: Hope (W)
6:30p
Welcoming Orientation (W)
11:00a-12:15p*Yoga (E)
11:30a-12:15p *Exercise Class (WC)
9:00a-10:00p *Exercise Class (W)
29
11:00a-12:15p*Yoga (E)
11:30a-12:15p *Exercise Class (WC)
9:00a-10:00p *Exercise Class (W)
10:00a-12:00p *Setting Intentions for the
New Year (W)
23
9:00a-1:00p
10:30a
9:00a-1:00p
9:00a-1:00p
10:30a
OPEN for Drop-ins (E)
Welcoming Orientation (E)
OPEN for Drop-ins (W)
*Silk Scarf Painting (W)
Welcoming Orientation (W)
24
25
11:00a-12:15p*Yoga (E)
11:30a-12:15p *Exercise Class (WC)
9:00a-10:00p *Exercise Class (W)
30
9:00a-1:00p OPEN for Drop-ins (E)
10:30a
Welcoming Orientation (E)
9:00a-1:00p OPEN for Drop-ins (W)
10:00a-11:00aQigong (W)
10:30a
Welcoming Orientation (W)
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The Gathering Place
February 2015
Monday
A Caring Community for
Those Touched by Cancer
Tuesday
Welcoming Orientation
An opportunity for adults (over 18)
touched by cancer to learn about our
FREE programs and services.
TGP East: Mondays, 6:30pm, Tuesdays, 1:30pm
and Saturdays, 10:30am
TGP West: Tuesdays, 1:30pm, Thursdays, 6:30pm
and Saturdays, 10:30am
Wednesday
*These programs require pre-registration.
Participants requiring childcare need
to call several days in advance.
Call 216.595.9546 for
appointment times for massage,
Reiki, and reflexology.
Guided Meditation (E)
*Bridges Bereavement Group
for Families (E)
*Exploring Spirituality (E)
Welcoming Orientation (E)
*Group for Caregivers (W)
*Group for Those w/ Cancer (W)
*Exercise Class (W)
2
11:00a-12:15p*Yoga (E)
1:30p
Welcoming Orientation (E)
6:30p-8:00p *Group for Caregivers (E)
6:30p-8:00p *Group for Those w/ Cancer (E)
7:30a-8:30a *Exercise Class (WC)
12:30p-1:15p *Exercise Class (WC)
1:30p-2:15p *Exercise Class (WC)
6:30p-7:15p *Exercise Class (WC)
1:30p
Welcoming Orientation (W)
6:30p-7:45p*Yoga (W)
6:30p-8:00p Group for Young Women w/
Breast Cancer (W)
2:00p-3:00p
Guided Meditation (E)
4:00p-5:00p
*Scarf Tying Workshop (E)
6:30p-8:00p*KidShop/TeenShop (E)
6:30p
Welcoming Orientation (E)
5:30p-6:15p Guided Meditation (W)
6:30p-8:00p *Group for Caregivers (W)
6:30p-8:00p *Group for Those w/ Cancer (W)
7:00p-8:00p *Exercise Class (W)
9
11:00a-12:15p
1:30p
6:30p-8:00p
6:30p-8:00p
6:30p-8:00p
7:30a-8:30a
12:30p-1:15p
1:30p-2:15p
6:30p-7:15p
1:30p
6:30p-7:45p
6:30p-8:00p
Guided Meditation (E)
*Bridges Bereavement Group
for Families (E)
Welcoming Orientation (E)
*Group for Caregivers (W)
*Group for Those w/ Cancer (W)
*Exercise Class (W)
16
17
11:00a-12:15p *Yoga (E)
1:30p
Welcoming Orientation (E)
6:30p-8:00p *Group for Caregivers (E)
6:30p-8:00p *Group for Those w/ Cancer (E)
7:30a-8:30a *Exercise Class (WC)
12:30p-1:15p *Exercise Class (WC)
1:30p-2:15p *Exercise Class (WC)
6:30p-7:15p *Exercise Class (WC)
1:30p
Welcoming Orientation (W)
6:30p-7:45p*Yoga (W)
6:30p-8:00p *Mindful Eating (W)
6:30p-8:00p Prostate Partners (W)
2:00p-3:15p *Tai Chi (E)
6:30p-8:00p *Big Emotions: Hope (E)
11:30a-12:15p *Exercise Class (WC)
2:00p-3:30p *Grief Support Group (W)
2:30p-3:30p *Exercise Class (W)
6:30p-8:00p*KidShop /TeenShop (W)
2:00p-3:00p
Guided Meditation (E)
3:30p-5:30p *Look Good...Feel Better® (E)
6:30p-8:00p*KidShop/TeenShop (E)
6:30p
Welcoming Orientation (E)
1:00p-3:00p *Look Good...Feel Better® (W)
5:30p-6:15p Guided Meditation (W)
6:30p-8:00p *Group for Those w/ Cancer (W)
6:30p-8:00p *Group for Caregivers (W)
7:00p-8:00p *Exercise Class (W)
23
11:00a-12:15p *Yoga (E)
24
1:30p
Welcoming Orientation (E)
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4:30p-6:00p *Mandala Making 1 E
5:30p-6:15p Guided Meditation (E)
6:30p-8:00p *Grief Support Group (E)
6:30p-8:00p *Group for Caregivers (E)
6:30p-8:00p *Group for Those w/ Cancer (E)
7:30a-8:30a *Exercise Class (WC)
12:30p-1:15p *Exercise Class (WC)
1:30p-2:15p *Exercise Class (WC)
6:30p-7:15p *Exercise Class (WC)
1:30p
Welcoming Orientation (W)
6:30p-7:45p*Yoga (W)
6:30p-8:00p *Mindful Meditation (W)
1:30p-3:00p*Survivorship Support Group (E) 25
2:00p-3:15p
*Tai Chi (E)
6:00p-8:00p*Kick Start your Healthy
Weight Management (E)
11:30a-12:15p *Exercise Class (WC)
2:30p-3:30p *Exercise Class (W)
6:30p-8:00p *Bridges Bereavement Group for Families (W)
2:00p-3:00p
6:30p-8:00p
6:30p-8:00p
6:30p
6:30p-8:00p
6:30p-8:00p
7:00p-8:00p
2:00p-3:00p
6:30p-8:00p
6:30p
6:30p-8:00p
6:30p-8:00p
7:00p-8:00p
3
*Yoga (E)
10
Welcoming Orientation (E)
*Grief Support Group (E)
*Group for Caregivers (E)
*Group for Those w/ Cancer (E)
*Exercise Class (WC)
*Exercise Class (WC)
*Exercise Class (WC)
*Exercise Class (WC)
Welcoming Orientation (W)
*Yoga (W)
*Survivorship Support Group (W)
9:00a-1:00p
Labyrinth Walk (E)
2:00p-3:15p
*Tai Chi (E)
2:00p-3:30p Prostate Partners’ Partners (E)
6:30p-8:00p *Big Emotions: Fear (E)
11:30a-12:15p *Exercise Class (WC)
2:00p-3:30p *Grief Support Group (W)
2:30p-3:30p *Exercise Class (W)
6:30p-8:00p*KidShop/TeenShop (W)
2:00p-3:15p
6:30p-8:00p
11:30a-12:15p
2:30p-3:30p
6:30p-8:00p
4
11
*Tai Chi (E)
*Big Emotions: Anger (E)
*Exercise Class (WC)
*Exercise Class (W)
*Bridges Bereavement Group for Families (W)
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February 2015 ~ The Gathering Place
HOURS: Monday - Friday: 9:00a -5:00p, Saturday: 9:00a-1:00p. Open evenings when programs are scheduled.
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
SATURDAY/SUNDAY
The Gathering Place East (E): Blue
23300 Commerce Park • Beachwood, OH 44122
The Gathering Place Richman Family
Wellness Center (WC): Orange
23295 Commerce Park • Beachwood, OH 44122
The Gathering Place West (W): Green
800 Sharon Drive • Westlake, OH 44145
1
Off-Site Programs (O): Red
Check program description for location
5
11:00a-12:15p *Tai Chi (E)
# ( )
1:30p-3:00p*Clay: A Box of Wisdom 3 E
6:30p-7:45p*Yoga (E)
6:30p-8:00p Group for Young Adults w/ Cancer (E)
12:30p-1:15p *Exercise Class (WC)
1:30p-2:15p *Exercise Class (WC)
6:30p-7:15p *Exercise Class (WC)
11:00a-12:00p *Eyebrow Class (W)
12:00p-1:15p*Yoga (W)
6:30p-7:45p *Tai Chi (W)
6:30p
Welcoming Orientation (W)
11:00a-12:15p*Yoga (E)
11:30a-12:15p *Exercise Class (WC)
9:00a-10:00a *Exercise Class (W)
11:00a-12:15p *Tai Chi (E)
1:30p-3:00p*Clay: A Box of Wisdom#4 (E)
6:30p-7:45p*Yoga (E)
6:30p-8:00p *Survivorship Support Group (E)
6:30p-8:00p Prostate Partners (E)
12:30p-1:15p *Exercise Class (WC)
1:30p-2:15p *Exercise Class (WC)
6:30p-7:15p *Exercise Class (WC)
12:00p-1:15p*Yoga (W)
6:30p-7:45p *Tai Chi (W)
6:30p
Welcoming Orientation (W)
12
11:00a-12:15p*Yoga (E)
11:30a-12:15p *Exercise Class (WC)
9:00a-10:00a *Exercise Class (W)
11:00a-12:15p *Tai Chi (E)
6:30p-7:45p*Yoga (E)
6:30p-8:00p Sister Circle (E)
12:30p-1:15p *Exercise Class (WC)
1:30p-2:15p *Exercise Class (WC)
6:30p-7:15p *Exercise Class (WC)
12:00p-1:15p*Yoga (W)
6:30p-7:45p *Tai Chi (W)
6:30p
Welcoming Orientation (W)
19
6
9:00a-1:00p
10:30a
9:00a-1:00p
10:30a
OPEN for Drop-ins (E)
Welcoming Orientation (E)
OPEN for Drop-ins (W)
Welcoming Orientation (W)
7
8
13
9:00a-1:00p
10:30a
9:00a-1:00p
10:30a
OPEN for Drop-ins (E)
Welcoming Orientation (E)
OPEN for Drop-ins (W)
Welcoming Orientation (W)
14
15
11:00a-12:15p *Tai Chi (E)
26
6:30p-7:45p*Yoga (E)
6:30p-8:00p *Balancing Work & Life: I Don’t Have Time for Breast Cancer! (E)
12:30p-1:15p *Exercise Class (WC)
1:30p-2:15p *Exercise Class (WC)
6:30p-7:15p *Exercise Class (WC)
12:00p-1:15p*Yoga (W)
6:30p-7:45p *Tai Chi (W)
6:00p-8:00p *Kick Start your Healthy
Weight Management (W)
6:30p
Welcoming Orientation (W)
20
11:00a-12:15p*Yoga (E)
11:30a-12:15p *Exercise Class (WC)
9:00a-10:00a *Exercise Class (W)
11:00a-12:30p Group for Older Adults w/ Cancer (W)
9:00a-1:00p OPEN for Drop-ins (E)
10:30a
Welcoming Orientation (E)
9:00a-1:00p
OPEN for Drop-ins (W)
10:00a-11:00aQigong (W)
10:30a
Welcoming Orientation (W)
21
22
11:00a-12:15p*Yoga (E)
11:30a-12:15p *Exercise Class (WC)
9:00a-10:00a *Exercise Class (W)
27
9:00a-1:00p
10:30a
10:00a-11:30a
9:00a-1:00p
10:00a-12:00p
10:30a
OPEN for Drop-ins (E)
28
Welcoming Orientation (E)
*Lymphedema: Fact or Fiction (E)
OPEN for Drop-ins (W)
*Felting Workshop (W)
Welcoming Orientation (W)
The Gathering Place
March 2015
Monday
2:00p-3:00p
6:30p-8:00p
6:30p
6:30p-8:00p
6:30p-8:00p
7:00p-8:00p
Guided Meditation (E)
*Bridges Bereavement Group
for Families (E)
Welcoming Orientation (E)
*Group for Caregivers (W)
*Group for Those w/ Cancer (W)
*Exercise Class (W)
9
10
11:00a-12:15p*Yoga (E)
1:30p
Welcoming Orientation (E)
4:30p-6:00p *Mandala Making#3 (E)
6:30p-8:00p *Grief Support Group (E)
6:30p-8:00p *Group for Caregivers (E)
6:30p-8:00p *Group for Those w/ Cancer (E)
7:30a-8:30a *Exercise Class (WC)
12:30p-1:15p *Exercise Class (WC)
1:30p-2:15p *Exercise Class (WC)
6:30p-7:15p *Exercise Class (WC)
1:30p
Welcoming Orientation (W)
6:30p-7:45p*Yoga (W)
6:30p-8:00p *Desk-Top Zen Sand Garden#1 (W)
6:30p-8:00p *Survivorship Support Group (W)
2:00p-3:15p
11:30a-12:15p
2:30p-3:30p
6:30p-8:00p
11
*Tai Chi (E)
*Exercise Class (WC)
*Exercise Class (W)
*Bridges Bereavement Group for Families (W)
11:00a-12:15p
1:30p
4:30p-6:00p
6:30p-8:00p
6:30p-8:00p
6:30p-8:00p
7:30a-8:30a
12:30p-1:15p
1:30p-2:15p
6:30p-7:15p
1:30p
6:30p-7:45p
6:30p-8:00p
17
*Yoga (E)
Welcoming Orientation (E)
*Mandala Making#4 (E)
*Group for Caregivers (E)
*Group for Those w/ Cancer (E)
Group for Those w/ Oral, Head
& Neck Cancers (E)
*Exercise Class (WC)
*Exercise Class (WC)
*Exercise Class (WC)
*Exercise Class (WC)
Welcoming Orientation (W)
*Yoga (W)
*Desk-Top Zen Sand Garden#2 (W)
2:00p-3:15p
*Tai Chi (E)
11:00a-12:15p
1:30p
5:30p-6:15p
6:30p-8:00p
6:30p-8:00p
6:30p-8:00p
24
*Yoga (E)
Welcoming Orientation (E)
Guided Meditation (E)
*Grief Support Group (E)
*Group for Caregivers (E)
*Group for Those w/ Cancer (E)
1:30p-3:00p
16
Guided Meditation (E)
*Bridges Bereavement Group
for Families (E)
Group for Those w/ Blood Cancer (E)
Welcoming Orientation (E)
*Group for Caregivers (W)
*Group for Those w/ Cancer (W)
*Exercise Class (W)
23
2:00p-3:00p Guided Meditation (E)
3:30p-5:30p *Look Good...Feel Better® (E)
6:30p-8:00p*KidShop/TeenShop (E)
6:30p
Welcoming Orientation (E)
5:30p-6:15p Guided Meditation (W)
6:30p-8:00p *Group for Caregivers (W)
6:30p-8:00p *Group for Those w/ Cancer (W)
7:00p-8:00p *Exercise Class (W)
7:30a-8:30a
12:30p-1:15p
1:30p-2:15p
6:30p-7:15p
1:30p
6:30p-7:45p
6:30p-8:00p
2:00p-3:00p
6:00p-7:00p
6:00p-7:30p
6:30p
6:30p-8:00p
6:30p-8:00p
7:00p-8:00p
Wednesday
11:00a-12:15p *Yoga (E)
1:30p
Welcoming Orientation (E)
4:30p-6:00p *Mandala Making#2 (E)
6:30p-8:00p *Group for Caregivers (E)
6:30p-8:00p *Group for Those w/ Cancer (E)
7:30a-8:30a *Exercise Class (WC)
12:30p-1:15p *Exercise Class (WC)
1:30p-2:15p *Exercise Class (WC)
6:30p-7:15p *Exercise Class (WC)
1:30p
Welcoming Orientation (W)
6:30p-7:45p*Yoga (W)
6:30p-8:00p *Exploring Spirituality (W)
6:30p-8:00p *Mindful Art (W)
6:30p-8:00p Group for Young Women w/
Breast Cancer (W)
Animal Camp Registration
is open this week
2:00p-3:00p
6:30p-8:00p
6:30p-8:00p
6:30p
6:30p-8:00p
6:30p-8:00p
7:00p-8:00p
Tuesday
2
Animal Camp Registration
is open this week
2:00p-3:00p Guided Meditation (E)
6:30p-8:00p*KidShop/TeenShop (E)
6:30p
Welcoming Orientation (E)
5:30p-6:15p Guided Meditation (W)
6:30p-8:00p *Group for Caregivers (W)
6:30p-8:00p *Group for Those w/ Cancer (W)
7:00p-8:00p *Exercise Class (W)
A Caring Community for
Those Touched by Cancer
30
Guided Meditation (E)
*Moving Forward Orientation (E)
*Family Drumming and Dinner (E)
Welcoming Orientation (E)
*Group for Caregivers (W)
*Group for Those w/ Cancer (W)
*Exercise Class (W)
11:00a-12:15p
1:30p
6:30p-8:00p
6:30p-8:00p
7:30a-8:30a
12:30p-1:15p
1:30p-2:15p
6:30p-7:15p
1:30p
6:30p-7:45p
6:00p-8:00p
6:30p-8:00p
3
*Exercise Class (WC)
*Exercise Class (WC)
*Exercise Class (WC)
*Exercise Class (WC)
Welcoming Orientation (W)
*Yoga (W)
*Desk-Top Zen Sand Garden#3 (W)
*Yoga (E)
31
Welcoming Orientation (E)
*Group for Caregivers (E)
*Group for Those w/ Cancer (E)
*Exercise Class (WC)
*Exercise Class (WC)
*Exercise Class (WC)
*Exercise Class (WC)
Welcoming Orientation (W)
*Yoga (W)
*Gift of Touch (W)
*Desk-Top Zen Sand Garden#4 (W)
9:00a-1:00p
Labyrinth Walk (E)
2:00p-3:15p *Tai Chi (E)
11:30a-12:15p *Exercise Class (WC)
2:00p-3:30p *Grief Support Group (W)
2:30p-3:30p *Exercise Class (W)
6:30p-8:00p*KidShop/TeenShop (W)
6:00p-8:00p
*Meatless Monday® (E)
4
18
11:30a-12:15p *Exercise Class (WC)
2:00p-3:30p *Grief Support Group (W)
2:30p-3:30p *Exercise Class (W)
6:30p-8:00p*KidShop/TeenShop (W)
*Survivorship Support Group (E) 25
2:00p-3:15p
*Tai Chi (E)
11:30a-12:15p
2:30p-3:30p
6:30p-8:00p
*Exercise Class (WC)
*Exercise Class (W)
*Bridges Bereavement Group for Families (W)
6:00p-8:00p
*Couples Cooking (E)
MARCH, 2014 ~ The Gathering Place
HOURS: Monday - Friday: 9:00a -5:00p, Saturday: 9:00a-1:00p. Open evenings when programs are scheduled.
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
11:00a-12:15p *Tai Chi (E)
5
6:30p-7:45p *Yoga (E)
6:30p-8:00p Group for Young Adults w/ Cancer (E)
12:30p-1:15p *Exercise Class (WC)
1:30p-2:15p *Exercise Class (WC)
6:30p-7:15p *Exercise Class (WC)
12:00p-1:15p*Yoga (W)
6:30p-7:45p *Tai Chi (W)
6:30p
Welcoming Orientation (W)
11:00a-12:15p*Yoga (E)
11:30a-12:15p *Exercise Class (WC)
9:00a-10:00a *Exercise Class (W)
11:00a-12:15p *Tai Chi (E)
12
6:30p-7:45p*Yoga (E)
6:30p-8:00p*Survivorship Support Group (E)
6:30p-8:00p Prostate Partners Quarterly Meeting (E)
12:30p-1:15p *Exercise Class (WC)
1:30p-2:15p *Exercise Class (WC)
6:30p-7:15p *Exercise Class (WC)
12:00p-1:15p*Yoga (W)
6:30p-7:45p *Tai Chi (W)
6:30p
Welcoming Orientation (W)
11:00a-12:15p*Yoga (E)
11:30a-12:15p *Exercise Class (WC)
9:00a-10:00a *Exercise Class (W)
11:00a-12:15p *Tai Chi (E)
6:30p-7:45p*Yoga (E)
6:30p-8:00p *Mindful Art (E)
6:30p-8:00p Sister Circle (E)
12:30p-1:15p *Exercise Class (WC)
1:30p-2:15p *Exercise Class (WC)
6:30p-7:15p *Exercise Class (WC)
12:00p-1:15p*Yoga (W)
6:30p-7:45p *Tai Chi (W)
6:00p-8:00p *Meatless Monday® (W)
6:30p
Welcoming Orientation (W)
19
26
11:00a-12:15p *Tai Chi (E)
6:30p-7:45p*Yoga (E)
6:30p-8:00p *Tai Chi: Balance & Well-Being for Women w/ Breast Cancer (E)
6:30p-8:00p *Mindful Meditation (E)
12:30p-1:15p *Exercise Class (WC)
1:30p-2:15p *Exercise Class (WC)
6:30p-7:15p *Exercise Class (WC)
12:00p-1:15p*Yoga (W)
6:30p-7:45p *Tai Chi (W)
6:30p
Welcoming Orientation (W)
Welcoming Orientation
An opportunity for adults (over 18)
touched by cancer to learn about our
FREE programs and services.
TGP East: Mondays, 6:30pm, Tuesdays, 1:30pm
and Saturdays, 10:30am
TGP West: Tuesdays, 1:30pm, Thursdays, 6:30pm
and Saturdays, 10:30am
SATURDAY/SUNDAY
6
9:00a-1:00p
10:30a
9:00a-1:00p
10:00a-11:30a
10:30a
OPEN for Drop-ins (E)
7
Welcoming Orientation (E)
OPEN for Drop-ins (W)
*Lymphedema: Fact or Fiction (W)
Welcoming Orientation (W)
8
13
9:00a-1:00p
10:00a-12:00p
10:30a
9:00a-1:00p
10:30a
OPEN for Drop-ins (E)
*Felting Workshop (E)
Welcoming Orientation (E)
OPEN for Drop-ins (W)
Welcoming Orientation (W)
14
15
20
11:00a-12:15p*Yoga (E)
11:30a-12:15p *Exercise Class (WC)
9:00a-10:00a *Exercise Class (W)
11:00a-12:30p Group for Older Adults w/ Cancer (W)
9:00a-1:00p
10:30a
9:00a-1:00p
10:30a
21
OPEN for Drop-ins (E)
Welcoming Orientation (E)
OPEN for Drop-ins (W)
Welcoming Orientation (W)
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11:00a-12:15p*Yoga (E)
11:30a-12:15p *Exercise Class (WC)
9:00a-10:00a *Exercise Class (W)
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10:30a
9:00a-1:00p
10:00a-11:00a
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Welcoming Orientation (E)
OPEN for Drop-ins (W)
Qigong (W)
Welcoming Orientation (W)
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The Gathering Place East (E): Blue
23300 Commerce Park • Beachwood, OH 44122
The Gathering Place Richman Family
Wellness Center (WC): Orange
23295 Commerce Park • Beachwood, OH 44122
The Gathering Place West (W): Green
800 Sharon Drive • Westlake, OH 44145
Off-Site Programs (O): Red
Check program description for location
*These programs require pre-registration.
Participants requiring childcare need
to call several days in advance.
Call 216.595.9546 for
appointment times for massage,
Reiki, and reflexology.
Children, teens and Family Programs continued...
*Under the Sea: Fun with Ariel, Sebastian & Friends
An afternoon of music & enchantment as we meet Ariel, Sebastian and friends
who will perform songs from Disney favorites. Seaside snacks will be served.
Presented by members of the Beachwood Community Theatre.
Advance registration required.
TGP East: Saturday, January 10th, 2:00 - 3:30pm
*Family Drumming and Dinner
Join us for pizza and salad and learn to drum out your emotions! For families
with children and teens. Facilitator: Kathy Maxwell, LISW-S
Advance registration required.
TGP East: Monday, March 30th, 6:00-7:30pm
*Animal Camp
Call to register Monday, March 2nd – Friday March 13th for our therapeutic
one-week day camp for children ages 6-12 who are actively dealing with the cancer
diagnosis of an adult loved one or have recently experienced the death of a loved
one to cancer. Children can choose to attend camp at a therapeutic riding center,
an animal shelter or the Museum of Natural History. Camp week assignments will
be made on March 23rd and letters will be sent. We will do our best to try to
match children to the desired camp week. Advance registration required with
Casey Durkin, LISW-S, Kathy Maxwell, LISW-S or Erin Rafter, PhD, CCLS.
Teen Leadership Opportunities
For teens with an adult loved one facing cancer
Teen Leadership Training: Planning is in the works for an all-day spring
training to develop new leadership skills, enhance problem solving &
communication skills through experiential training.
Community Service: Colleges & employers are looking for
volunteer experience on applications:
Interested teens should email Casey Durkin at [email protected]
expressive Arts
Expressive art classes are for those currently dealing with cancer in their daily
lives. This includes those in treatment, those who are coping with the physical
and/or emotional side effects of treatment, those who are actively supporting
someone with cancer, or someone who is grieving the recent loss of a loved
one from cancer.
*Silk Scarf Painting
Discover, enjoy and create your own fabulous silk scarf. Instructor: Peggy Wertheim
Priority given to those who haven’t previously attended this program.
Advance registration required.
TGP West: Saturday, January 24th, 9:00am-1:00pm
*Clay: A Box of Wisdom
Create and decorate a clay box that holds inspiring sentiments given by family
and friends during your cancer journey. No previous art experience necessary,
just relax, create and enjoy. Facilitator: Maureen Moses, ATR-BC. Participants must
attend the first session. Advance registration with Betsy Kohn required.
TGP East: Thursdays, January 22nd & 29th & February 5th & 12th, 1:30-3:00pm
*Mandala Making
Experience the power of the “magic circle” as a way of pulling together the
scattered parts of life and finding order, balance, and a sense of well-being.
We will use a wide variety of mediums such as paint, collage, clay or silk dying.
No previous art experience necessary. Facilitator: Laurie Linden, LISW, ATR-BC.
Advance registration with Betsy Kohn required.
TGP East: Tuesdays, February 24th & March 3rd, 10th & 17th, 4:30-6:00pm
*Felting Workshop
Learn how to needle felt and create an image that can be hung as art or sewn
onto clothing or pillow for decoration. A relaxing form of creative expression.
Facilitator: Eileen Coan, MA, MLS Advance registration required.
TGP East: Saturday, March 14th, 10:00am-12:00pm
TGP West: Saturday, February 28th, 10:00am-12:00pm
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expressive Arts continued...
*Setting Intentions for the New Year
Through journaling, meditation and art we will set our intentions for the new
year by creating our own personal vision boards. No art experience necessary!
Facilitator: Susan Marinac, LISW-S, MT-BC. Advance registration required.
TGP West: Friday, January 23rd, 10:00am-12:00pm
*Desk-Top Zen Sand Garden
Using TGP and traditional Japanese Zen gardens as inspiration, create a desk top
version from clay to encourage relaxation, meditation and a new perspective on
your life experiences. No previous art experience necessary, just come to relax,
create and enjoy. Facilitator: Maureen Moses, ATR-BC. Advance registration with
Susan Marinac required.
TGP West: Tuesdays, March 10th, 17th, 24th & 31st, 6:30-8:00pm
HEaling Arts
Healing Arts are for those currently dealing with cancer in their daily lives.
This includes those in treatment, those who are coping with the physical and/or
emotional side effects of treatment, those who are actively supporting someone
with cancer, or someone who is grieving the recent loss of a loved one from cancer.
Call for an appointment for our 30 minute, fully clothed healing touch therapies.
Children under 18 must have a signed consent form from a parent or legal
guardian and an adult present during the healing sessions.
*Reiki (unlimited number of sessions)
A hands-on Japanese healing tradition that provides relaxation and stress-reduction.
*Massage (3 sessions/year)
Promotes relaxation and stress management.
*Reflexology (3 sessions/year)
Pressure is applied to reflex points in the feet and hands to help ease
tension and stress.
*Gift of Touch
Learn hand and foot massage to nurture yourself and loved ones.
A good strategy for handling stress. Facilitators: Kris Austin, LSW, MSEd
and Mary Fisher Bornstein, LISW-S. Advance registration required.
TGP West: Tuesday, March 31st, 6:00-8:00pm
Gentle Movement
Tai chi and yoga classes are for those currently dealing with cancer in their daily lives. This
includes those in treatment, those who are coping with the physical and/or emotional
side effects of treatment, those who are actively supporting someone with cancer, or
someone who is grieving the recent loss of a loved one from cancer. Yoga and tai chi
classes are suitable for all levels of fitness and health.
Advance registration with Betsy Kohn (East) or Susan Marinac (West) required.
*Tai Chi:
Boost your energy, open up and release tension. Tai chi increases leg strength,
balance and flexibility. Advance registration required.
TGP East: Wednesdays, 2:00-3:15pm, Susan Cady
Thursdays, 11:00am-12:15pm, Charlene Nevans
TGP West: Thursdays, 6:30-7:45pm, Michael Stadul
Qigong
An ancient Chinese healing art involving meditation, breathing and movement.
Instructor: Michael Stadul.
TGP West: Saturdays, January 31st, February 21st & March 28th, 10:00-11:00am
*Yoga
A gentle restorative exercise that helps increase energy and improve muscle tone
and flexibility. For hygiene purposes, please bring your own mat to yoga classes.
We have a few available for first timers. Advance registration required.
TGP East: Tuesdays, 11:00am-12:15pm, Dympna Ferrante
Thursdays, 6:30-7:45pm, Nancy Burgard
Fridays, 11:00am-12:15pm, Dympna Ferrante
TGP West: Tuesdays, 6:30-7:45pm, Nancy Burgard
Thursdays,12:00-1:15pm, Nancy Burgard
*These programs require pre-registration. Participants requiring childcare need to call several days in advance.
Call 216.595.9546 for appointment times for massage, reiki, and reflexology.
PERSONAL CARE continued...
EXERCISE
Exercise classes are open to individuals in treatment for cancer or coping with side
effects of treatment. Classes include resistance training using light weights, bands
and balls, and strength equipment. Written medical authorization from your
physician is required. New participants must contact Beth Bennett for a fitness
assessment before attending exercise classes.
Our exercise classes on the east side are held at The Gathering Place
Richman Family Wellness Center
23295 Commerce Park, Beachwood, OH 44122
New!! Check out our early morning exercise classes:
Tuesdays, 7:30am, Wellness Center East • Fridays, 9:00am, TGP West
*Exercise Classes
TGP Wellness Center: Instructor: Stephen Cerne, BS, NSCA-CPT, ACSM/ACS-CET
NEW!! Tuesdays, 7:30-8:30 am
Tuesdays & Thursdays, 12:30-1:15pm or 1:30-2:15pm
Wednesdays & Fridays, 11:30am-12:15pm
Tuesdays & Thursdays, 6:30-7:15pm
TGP West: Instructor: Michael Ciccarello, ACE, CPT, GFI
Mondays, 7:00-8:00pm
Wednesdays, 2:30-3:30pm
NEW!! Fridays, 9:00-10:00am
NUTRITION
*Nutrition Consultations
Beth Bennett, PT, MA, MS, RD/LD our registered dietitian, is available for 1:1
consultations. Call to schedule an appointment.
*Hands-On Cooking Classes
Presenter: Alyssa Anderson LD, MS. Advance registration required.
*Fresh Start to the New Year
Start the New Year off right as we learn how to make our kitchen a “farmacy”
in this introduction to cancer fighting foods and plant based cooking.
TGP East: Wednesday, January 28th, 6:00-8:00pm
TGP West: Tuesday, January 27th, 6:00-8:00pm
*Kick Start Your Healthy Weight Management
Discover new recipes and strategies for your healthy weight management
“tool kit” in this hands-on-cooking class packed with healthy, flavorful, easy
to prepare dishes.
TGP East: Wednesday, February 25th, 6:00-8:00pm
TGP West: Thursday, February 26th, 6:00-8:00pm
*Meatless Monday®
Explore new ways to enjoy nutritious and satisfying meatless meals
together in this hands-on-cooking class for the entire family.
TGP East: Wednesday, March 18th, 6:00-8:00pm
TGP West: Thursday, March 19th, 6:00-8:00pm
*Couples Cooking Class
Come and spend an evening with your loved one and experience a hands-on
plant based cooking class that’s good for the heart and soul! Learn new ways of
communicating both in and out of the kitchen. Presenters: Betsy Kohn, MA, PC
and Beth Bennett, PT, MA, MS, RD/LD. Advance registration required.
TGP East: Wednesday, March 25th, 6:00-8:00pm
PERSONAL CARE
*HairPeace Wig Salons
We offer a wig free of charge to women currently experiencing hair loss from
cancer treatment. Our salons are stocked with synthetic wigs in a wide variety
of colors, styles and lengths. See our website for complete guidelines for
borrowing and donating wigs. Call for an appointment.
*HairPeace Wig Styling
Call for an appointment to have your HairPeace wig cut or trimmed by a stylist.
*Look Good…Feel Better®
Women undergoing cancer treatment learn wig and skin care techniques to
cope with appearance related side effects. Sponsored by the American Cancer
Society Personal Care Products and the National Cosmetology Association.
Advance registration required. Call 1-800-227-2345.
TGP East: Mondays, January 26th, February 23rd & March 23rd, 3:30-5:30pm
TGP West: Monday, February 23rd, 1:00-3:00pm
*Scarf Tying Workshop
Have fun learning how to tie a variety of head scarves. Presenter: Chaya Feldman.
Please bring some of your own non-silk scarves to tie. Open to women with
hair loss due to cancer treatment. Advance registration required.
TGP East: Monday, February 9th, 4:00-5:00pm
*Eyebrow Class
Learn Hollywood tricks for filling in (or creating!) brows, including specific
techniques using eyebrow powder and pencil. Presenters: VanityLab in Westlake.
Advance registration.
TGP West: Thursday, February 5th, 11:00 am-12:00pm
Meditation and Relaxation
Guided Meditation
Relax, learn new coping skills and practice mindfulness meditation techniques
in a group setting.
TGP East: Every Monday, 2:00-3:00pm
Facilitator: Kathy Maxwell, LISW-S
TGP East: Tuesdays, January 27th, February 24th & March 24th, 5:30-6:15pm
Facilitator: Eileen Coan, MA, MLS
TGP West: Mondays, January 12th & 26th, February 9th & 23rd & March 9th & 23rd, 5:30-6:15pm
Facilitator: Erin Rafter, PhD, CCLS
Labyrinth Walk
Walking the labyrinth is a simple way to bring quiet and stillness in the midst
of the cancer journey. Drop in for self-guided reflective walks.
TGP East: Wednesdays, January 7th, February 4th & March 4th, 9:00am-1:00pm
One to One Services
Breast Cancer Connection
This peer support program pairs individuals diagnosed with breast cancer
with trained volunteers who are breast cancer survivors. Volunteers are phone
buddies who provide support at the time of diagnosis or at any point on the
cancer journey. To be matched call 440-442-4433.
Mt. Sinai Community Partners and the Reinberger Foundation
Education Centers
We have a lending library in our Education Centers. Eileen Coan, our professional
medical librarian, is available to help you find the information you need in our
lending libraries located east and west. Stop by to browse our collection.
*One-to-One Counseling
Licensed clinicians on our staff are available for 1:1 sessions with individuals or
families touched by cancer for short-term counseling. Call for an appointment.
*Life Planning Consultation
Help in the areas of estate planning, power of attorney documents, living wills,
guardianship, or other basic legal and/or financial planning issues related to
your cancer experience. Call for a complimentary one-time consultation with
a professional advisor.
*Medical Bill Consultation
Medical bill professionals are available for 1:1consultation on managing
the medical bill maze. Bring your bills and explanations of benefits for
step-by-step guidance through the process of resolving your medical bills.
Call for a complimentary one-time consultation with a professional advisor.
*Save Your Family Stories
Go beyond genealogy and record your priceless family stories. All members
of the family can share their stories, memories or even favorite recipes and
we will preserve them on high-quality video. Call for an appointment with
Barbara Cagley, President, Stories Worth Retelling.
telephone: 216.595.9546 • fax: 216.595.9581 • e-mail: [email protected] • web: www.touchedbycancer.org
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Open for drop-ins & scheduled programs:
Monday – Friday: 9:00a - 5:00p
Saturday: 9:00a - 1:00p
Only open evenings for scheduled programs.
Board of Directors
Officers:
Chair
Emily Martin
Vice Chair
Robert Nicolay
Treasurer
David Ostro
Secretary
Kristin Tull
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Rita Andolsen
Rebecca Bar-Shain
Rob Bordonaro
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Charles Erml
Michelle Gaertner
Amy Wain Garnitz
Jean Gianfagna
Gary Giller
Joseph Granzier
Debra Green
Cynthia Greenberg*
Rebecca Gruss
Kelly Hall
Nancy Harrington*
Ron Harrington*
Renita Jefferson
Robin Kane
Jill Katz
Amy Kellogg
Joseph Levanduski
Ken Levine
David Oakes
Margo Roth
Eileen Saffran, LISW-S
Harvey Sass
Jill Schwartz
Michele Seyranian
Ernest Siegler***
Andrea Sims
Michael Toth
Anna Ferguson Valore
Robert Voth
Tim Warner
Seth Zaremba
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Professional Advisory
Council (PAC)
Members:
Chair, Laura Rocker, MD
Francoise Adan, MD
Stacie Beck, RN, BSN, MBA
Rose Anne Berila, MSN, RN
Rene Barrat-Gordon, LISW, ACSW
Judy Bartel, MSN, FPCN, CHPCA
Joseph P. Crowe, MD
Kim Day, MSSA, LISW
Susan Dunson, MSN, RN, OCN
Patricia Gallagher, BSN, RN
Diane Galvin, PT
The Gathering Place welcomes the opportunity
to speak with your organization, religious
institution or group about our programs and
services. Our professional staff and volunteers
can also provide presentations on specific
topics related to the cancer experience.
Contact: Kristina Austin
Chief Marketing Officer
216.595.9546
[email protected]
Timothy Gilligan, MD
Stevi Gutin, RN, OCN
Jeffrey Janata, PhD
Gay Johnson, OCN, RN
Diane Korman, MSN, RN, CHPN
Allan Lerner, MD
Lisa Lystad, MD
Wendy Miano, DNP, RN, AOCN
Mary Lou Miller, MD
Machelle Moeller, RN, MSN, CNP, OCN
Belleruth Naparstek, LISW
Charles Nock, MD
Gwen Paull, LISW-S, OSW-C
Holly Pederson, MD
Gil Peleg, MD
Michael Rabovsky, MD
Rosanne Radziewicz, MSN, RN, CS
Barbara Savage, LISW-S
Graham Schwarz, MD
Paula Silverman, MD
Diana Simsic, LISW
Timothy Spiro, MD
Kurt Stange, MD, PhD
Roxanne Sukol, MD
Nancy Tamburro, LISW-S
Mark Warren, MD
Jean Ellsworth-Wolk, RN OCN
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