The Sunrise Health Region will be offering a six week education and support program assisting individuals and their families who are dealing with cancer. The new workshop is called "Healing Journey."
The Canadian Cancer Society indicates that, based on current incidence rates, 40% of women and 45% of men in Canada will develop cancer during their lifetimes (Source: Canadian Cancer Statistics, 2011). To provide support and information for individuals dealing with cancer, Sunrise Health Region is offering the "Healing Journey" workshop.
"A cancer diagnosis brings many changes and a significant range of emotions," said Tamara Krasowski, Medical Social Worker with Sunrise Health Region. "By offering the Healing Journey workshop, we would like to ease the stress and emotional turmoil that cancer brings by providing support and information to residents in our region."
Education takes part in small group settings with the groups meeting once a week for six weeks. Each session lasts for approximately two hours and is facilitated by Tamara.
The program is a practical course that offers simple, psychological and spiritual tools which promote inner peace and healing. The skills learned can improve communication with others, lessen anxiety and depression, and provide a sense of control over their life.
Session topics include:
Coping with cancer stress
Taking control of your life
Relaxation techniques and mental imagery for healing
Emotional expression
Goal setting
The Healing Journey workshop is offered free of charge and is also open to spouses, family members, friends or other support persons. Session dates are April 19th, 26th, May 3rd, 10th, 17th and 24th from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. All sessions are held in the Yorkton Regional Health Centre, 2nd East conference room.
Space is limited and participants are asked to register in advance. To register or obtain more information for "The Healing Journey" workshop, contact Tamara Krasowski, Medical Social Worker with the Sunrise Health Region at (306) 786-0497.
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