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A Healthier You: Cancer Institute Winter Classes, Events

January 02, 2020

2020 Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute Winter Calendar

Here’s your guide to all of our upcoming fall events:

Community Education and Support Programs

Bereavement Support

Bereavement Support Group

Jan. 22

Feb. 12 & 26

2- 3:30 pm

Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute at Backus Hospital

326 Washington St., Norwich, Conference Room 2

To register, call 1.855.HHC.HERE (1.855.442.4373)

Brain Tumor Support

Feb. 6

6-7:30 pm

Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute at Hartford Hospital

85 Retreat Ave., Hartford, Taylor Conference Room

To register, please contact Cindy Wasserman at 1.860.972.2744

Breast Cancer

Breast Cancer Support Group

Jan. 21

Feb. 18

3-4 pm

Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute at Backus Hospital

330 Washington St., Norwich, Medical Office Building , Conference Room

To register, please contact Jessica Vanase at 1.860.425.3870

Breast Cancer Support Group

Jan. 15

Feb. 19

5:30-7 pm

Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute at the Hospital of Central Connecticut

183 North Mountain Rd., New Britain, Conference Room A

To register, please contact Erin Stocking at 1.860.696.4891

Breast Cancer Support Group

Jan. 21

Feb. 18

3:30-4:30 pm

Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute at MidState Medical Center

435 Lewis Ave., Meriden, Cancer Center conference room VII, 3rd Floor

Registration required. To register, please contact Natalie Marynczak at 1.203.694.8669

Hispanic Women’s Support Group (Grupo Hispánico de Apoyo para el Cáncer de Mama)

Jan. 16

Feb. 20

6 – 7:30 pm

Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute at MidState Medical Center

435 Lewis Ave., Meriden, Cancer Center Radiation Oncology Waiting Room

To register, please contact Tina Rodriguez at 1.203.694.8249

General Cancer Support Groups

General Support Group

1st and 3rd Wednesday of the Month

5:30-7 pm

Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute at Windham Hospital

112 Mansfield Ave., Willimantic, Johnson Room

To register, call 1.860.456.6766

Navigating the Cancer Journey

Free 30-minute sessions for newly diagnosed patients and their families

Half hour sessions include communicating with you medical team, understanding your diagnosis and its treatment, emotional support and complementary therapies, coping with transportation and financial issues, and local resources and programs to help you in journey.

Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute at Backus Hospital

330 Washington St., Norwich, Medical Office Building, Radiation Therapy Department

To set up an appointment, contact Jessica Vanase at 1.860.425.3870. Registration Required.

Gynecological Cancer

Gynecological Cancer Support Group

Feb. 3

6-7:30 pm

Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute at the Hospital of Central Connecticut

183 North Mountain Rd., New Britain, Conference Room C

To register, call 1.860.827.4180

Nutrition

Nutrition for Cancer Patients

Feb. 20

5-6 pm

Nutrition tips and facts for cancer patients in active treatment or recovery

Harford HealthCare Cancer Institute at Backus Hospital

330 Washington St., Norwich, Medical Office Building,   Radiation Therapy Waiting Room

To register, contact Jessica Vanase at 1.860.425.3870

Ostomy

Ostomy Support Group

Feb. 19

6:30-7:30 pm

Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute at the Hospital of Central Connecticut

183 North Mountain Rd., New Britain, 2nd floor medical oncology waiting area

To register, call 1.855.HHC.HERE (1.855.442.4373).

Prostate Cancer

Understanding Prostate Cancer

Speaker TBD

Feb. 11

6:30-8 pm

Speaker 6:30-7:15 pm  followed by facilitated peer to peer discussion with men and their families about living with the diagnosis of prostate cancer

Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute at Backus Hospital

326 Washington St., Norwich, Conference Room 3

To register, contact Hartfordhealthcare.org/events and 1.855.HHC.HERE (1.855.442.4373)

Smoking Cessation

American Lung Association Freedom from Smoking

Eight-session program beginning Jan. 7

6-8 pm

Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute at Backus Hospital

Offered at two locations:

Outpatient Care Center, 111 Salem Tpke. Norwich

Windham Hospital 112 Mansfield Ave. Windham

Evidence based, eight session program is a proven way to kick the habit.

To register, call 1.855.HHC.HERE (1.855.442.4373)

Survivor Support

Survivorship Support Group

For patients and loved ones who have reached or are nearing the end of oncology treatment

Feb. 19

5:30 – 7 pm

Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute at the Hospital of Central Connecticut

183 North Mountain Rd., New Britain, Conference Room C

To register, contact Pastor Will Baumgartner at 1.860.224.5900, Ext. 6103

Wellness Programs

Art Therapy Support Group

Feb. 13 & 27

5:30-7 pm

Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute at the Hospital of Central Connecticut

183 North Mountain Rd., New Britain

This is a program to help people touched by cancer find strength and hope through creative expression. No artistic ability required.  To register, call 1.855.HHC.HERE (1.855.442.4373)

Art Therapy Support Group

Weekly, Thursdays (No class Nov. 28)

6- 7 pm

Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute at MidState Medical Center

435 Lewis Ave., Meriden, Conference Room VII, 3rd floor

This is a program to help people touched by cancer find strength and hope through creative expression. No artistic ability required.  To register, call 1.855.HHC.HERE (1.855.442.4373)

Healthy Steps Lebed Method

An effective therapeutic program of exercise and movement to music for anyone who has experienced breast cancer, other cancers, or chronic illnesses.  Designed to help women experience total body movement and adjustment to a new body image.

Weekly, Mondays

5:30-7 pm

Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute at Hartford Hospital

85 Retreat Ave. Hartford, Taylor Conference Room

To register, call 1.860.652.0868

Weekly, Monday

5:15- 6:15 pm

Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute at MidState Medical Center

435 Lewis Ave., Meriden, Horwitz Conference Rooms II and III

To register, call 1.855.HHC.HERE (1.855.442.4373)

Weekly, Wednesdays

11 am -12 pm

Hartford Hospital Family Health Center

339 West Main St., Avon

To register, call 1.860.652.0868

Pilates for Cancer Survivors

Weekly, Thursdays

5- 6 pm

Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute at MidState Medical Center

435 Lewis Ave., Meriden, Horwitz Conference Rooms II and III, Cheshire Senior Center every third Thursday

Wear comfortable clothes. Registration and physician’s note required. To register, call 1.855.HHC.HERE (1.855.442.4373)

Modified Pilates for Cancer Survivors

Weekly, Tuesdays

6-7 pm

Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute at the Hospital of Central Connecticut

183 North Mountain Rd., New Britain, Radiation Oncology Waiting Room

Wear comfortable clothes. Registration and physician’s note required. To register, call 1.855.HHC.HERE (1.855.442.4373)

Friday Midday Movement Break

Weekly, Fridays

12- 12:15 pm

Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute at the Hospital of Central Connecticut

183 North Mountain Road, New Britain

A gentle body toning session for all cancer patients and interested staff, led by Dr. Sheida Mani.

Prayer Group hosted by ACTIVATE THE CURE

Weekly, Tuesdays

10:30 – 11:30 am

Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute at the Hospital of Central Connecticut

183 North Mountain Rd., New Britain, Conference Room 4

This is a weekly interdenominational Christian-based prayer group that gathers patients and caregivers weekly for one hour of prayer. Physical, emotional, and spiritual needs are addressed through prayer. To register, please contact Joellen Putnam at 1.203.213.6495

Cancer and Your Spiritual Journey

Feb. 25

2-3 pm

Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute at Backus Hospital

330 Washington St., Norwich, Medical Office Building Conference Room

Free but registration is required. To register, call 860.294.6087

Integrative Medicine

Crystal Singing Bowls Sound Healing

Reflexology for Cancer

Weekly, Thursdays

9 am- 3 pm (or by appointment)

Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute at Windham Hospital

112 Mansfield Ave., Willimantic, Integrative Health Breathing Space, 2nd Floor, Hatch Entrance

First five sessions are free to oncology patients. To register, call 1.860.449.3727

SoulCollage

Advanced:

Jan. 23

Feb. 6

6-9 pm

Hartford Hospital Family Health Center

1290 Silas Deane Highway, Wethersfield

Through a simple process known as SoulCollage, you will mix imagination and intuition using powerful images, scissors and glue to form a card that will reflect your inner self. No artistic skills needed.  Come learn the basics that will eventually form a deck that becomes your own visual journal.  Use your cards for accessing inner wisdom, for daily guidance, or simply as an avenue of self-expression. Free for all patients, survivors & caregivers.

Registration Required. To register, call 1.855.HHC.HERE (1.855.442.4373)

Therapeutic Pet Program

Available at various times and floors per Pet Team Schedule

Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute at Backus Hospital & Windham Hospital

To register, call 860.425.3877 (Backus) and 860.456.6766 (Windham)

Zentangle

Intro:

Feb. 8

9am-12pm

Hartford Hospital Family Health Center

1290 Silas Deane Highway, Wethersfield

Advanced:

Jan. 25

Feb. 8

1-4 pm

Hartford Hospital Family Health Center

1290 Silas Deane Highway, Wethersfield

Zentangle is a method of creating art through structured patterns. The relaxed focus of Zentangle provides benefits which may include reduced stress and anxiety, relaxation, and enhanced creativity. Free for all patients, survivors & caregivers.

Registration Required. To register, call 1.855.HHC.HERE (1.855.442.4373)

** For more information about Integrative Medicine classes for cancer patients and caregivers,  please click here.

Yoga and Cancer: Reclaiming your Life

Weekly, Mondays

4– 5 pm

Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute at the Hospital of Central Connecticut

183 North Mountain Rd., New Britain, Conference Rooms B & C

Wear comfortable clothes. Registration and physician’s note required. To register, call 1.855.HHC.HERE (1.855.442.4373)

Weekly, Mondays

7 – 8:15 pm

Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute at MidState Medical Center

435 Lewis Ave., Meriden, Horwitz Conference Rooms II and III

Wear comfortable clothes. Registration and physician’s note required. To register, call 1.855.HHC.HERE (1.855.442.4373)

Weekly, Tuesdays (Jan. 21, Feb. 4, 11 & 25)

1:30-2:30 pm

Weekly, Wednesdays (Feb. 5, 12 & 19)

4:30-5:30 pm

Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute at Backus Hospital

11 Stott Ave., Norwich, Conference Rooms

Wear comfortable clothes. To register, call 1.855.HHC.HERE (1.855.442.4373)

Weekly, Thursdays

4-5 pm

Hartford HealthCare Cancer Institute at Windham Hospital

112 Mansfield Ave., Willimantic, Integrative Health Breathing Space, 2nd Floor, Hatch Entrance

Wear comfortable clothes. To register, call 1.860.617.4476

Mobile Mammography

Jan. 23

9 am- 1:45 pm

Community Health Services

500 Garden St., Hartford

Jan. 25

9 am – 1:30 pm

Paul & Sandy’s

93 East High St (Rte. 66), East Hampton

Jan. 28

9 am – 1:45 pm

Hartford City Hall

550 Main St., Hartford

Jan. 29

9am- 1:45 pm

Charter Oak Health Center

21 Grand St., Hartford

Jan. 30

9am- 1: 45 pm

Hispanic Health Council

175 Main St., Hartford

Feb. 13

9 am- 1:45 pm

Community Health Services

500 Garden St., Hartford

Feb. 26

9 am – 1:45 pm

Hartford City Hall

550 Main St., Hartford

Feb. 27

9 am – 1:45 pm

Charter Oak Health Center

21 Grand St., Hartford

Take the Time mobile mammography coach. Hartford Hospital’s digital mammography suite on wheels. Dates subject to change. To schedule an appointment, call 860-972-1141. Walk- ins accepted as scheduling permits.