July/August 2010 Newsletter
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Cancer Care for the Whole Patient - A
Report from the Institute of Medicine
(IOM)
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Mindfulness Meditation Group
The practices of mindfulness and meditation have been shown to
have many health benefits. Mark your calendar to join our group to
experience/learn simple practices that reduce stress and promote
a sense of well-being. Prior meditation experience is not required.
For additional information, please call 614.791.9510.
Facilitator: Julie Kusiak, PYT, CWE
Pre-Registration Dates Upcoming Dates
Monday, March 8th Tuesday, March 9th
Monday, March 22nd Tuesday, March 23rd
Monday, April 12th Tuesday,.April 13th
Monday, April 26th Tuesday, April 27th
Each group will be held from 10:00am - 11:30am.
To register, call Cathy at 614-791-9510 or
cathy@wellnesscolumbus.org
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Upcoming Events and Programs
July 12th, 5:00 - 7:00 pm
Look Good, Feel Better
Offered 2nd Mondays, every other month
This program helps women with cancer improve their
self-image by providing hands-on beauty techniques to
combat the physical side effects of chemotherapy and
radiation. Sponsored by the American Cancer Society,
the Cosmetic, Toiletry and Fragrance Association and
the National Cosmetology Association, in partnership
with The Wellness Community. Participants may bring
one female guest to assist them; registration is limited to
24 women (12 participant/friend pairings).
To register, contact the American Cancer Society at
1-888-227-6446 and press 0. A makeup kit valued at
over $300 will be given to each participant (limit one kit
per person).
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Our Healthy Living: Cooking for Wellness program
is presented in partnership with Giant Eagle, Dublin
AM Rotary and Mount Carmel.
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Healthy Living: Cooking for
Wellness
Healthy Living, Cooking and Nutrition Program
July 15th, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Learn how to use summer's abundance of fresh herbs
to prepare deliciously healthful foods.
August 19th, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
"Super foods" are nutritionally rich -- amd they taste
good, too! We'll use watermelon, salmon, spinach
and more to create meals perfectly suited for the
hottest days of summer.
To register for either program, contact Cathy at
614.791.9510 or cathy@wellnesscolumbus.org.
NEW! Kids in the Kitchen: Lunch
Bunch Family Fun
Thursday, August 5th, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Children ages 5+ and their parents/grandparents are
invited to share a light lunch. Afterwards, presenter
Aviv Melmed will lead you in the creation of and edible
"shadowbox" made from food. All materials provided.
Space is limited to 8 children and the adults who love
them.
To register, call Cathy at 614-791-9510 or
cathy@wellnesscolumbus.org
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Managing the Journey (formerly Spirituality)
Bring your own lunch. All materials provided.
Thursday, August 12, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Renowned cell biologist Dr. Bruce Lipton (Stanford University), who
conducts scientific research into how our beliefs affect our health,
will show a film on health and wellness and lead a discussion
afterward.
To register, contact Cathy at 614.791.9510 or
cathy@wellnesscolumbus.org.
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Express Yourself! Art Therapy for
Adults
Now Every Month on 3rd Tuesdays, 10:00am - 12:00pm
At Riverside Hospital Cancer Services (500 Thomas Lane, Suite
3A) Participants will receive FREE PARKING in attached garage.
July 20th
Let the wind carry and honor your dreams, desires, and ambitions
through your handcrafted symbolic "Prayer Flag."
August 17ty
No you haven't lost your marbles! Come learn how to create
"marbleized paper."
To register for either program, contact Cathy at 614.791.9510 or
cathy@wellnesscolumbus.org.
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Grief and Loss Wellness Support
Group at TWC
Tuesdays, July 6th - July 27th, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
(Next 6 week series begins August 17th).
This soothing, comforting group provides a safe environment for
connecting to others who are dealing with the loss of a loved one.
Share stories, express feelings, receive support and learn the many
different aspects of grief, awhile working through the healing
process A brief "Welcome to Wellness" interview is required before
joining the group.
*To register, contact Cathy at 614.791.9510 or
cathy@wellnesscolumbus.org.
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