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Program ScheduleSpring/Summer 2018
No one has to face cancer alone.
Membership is free of charge and
no referral is necessary.
Wellspring Calgary offers programs,
resources and services for people living with
cancer and their significant caregivers.
How Understanding Your Brain Can Empower Your Life on a Cancer JourneyDr. Rob Rutledge: Radiation Oncologist, Assoc. Professor Dalhousie University, NS Cancer CentreThursday, May 10 from 7:00 - 9:00 pmAlso see Skills for Healing Seminar (pg. 16)
Housing for Seniors: Kerby Centre ResourcesMyra Praxidio: Kerby CentreWednesday, May 23 from 4:00 - 5:00 pm
Immunotherapy and CancerDr. Doug Mahoney, PhD, Cummings School of Medicine, Annie Charbonneau Cancer Inst.Tuesday, June 12 from 7:00 - 9:00 pm
SleepJessica McNeil, PhD, Postdoctoral Fellow in Dept. of Cancer Epidemiology and Prevention Research Monday, July 16 from 7:00 - 9:00 pm
Manage Distress: Reach Out For SupportCelestina Martopullo, Dept. Psycho-Oncology& Rehabilitation, TBCC/AHSTuesday, Aug. 14 from 7:00 - 9:00 pm at Carma House NW
Creating New Beginnings Amidst The Broken-NessWilson Miranda: Spiritual Care LeadFriday, Aug. 17 from 7:00 - 9:00 pm
House Music: Barry LuftUkulele, Banjo, Folk Singer and Fun!Saturday, Aug. 25 from 7:00 - 9:00 pm
Carma House (1404 Home Rd NW)
Speakers (Open to the public - no charge)
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Twin Tyrannies of Positivity and AttitudeL. Deborah Sword, PhDMonday, July 16 from 1:00 - 3:00 pm
Food and Nutrition: Cancer Treatment: Recovery for People with Eating ChallengesJennifer Black, RD, Melanie Ksienski, RDInfo Session: Thurs., July 26 from 1:00 - 3:00 pmCooking Demo: Thurday, Aug. 2 from 1:00 - 3:00 pm
South Health Campus (4448 Front St SE)
Legal and Employment MattersChristin Elawny & Silvia HenningLegal and HR specialists outline the impact an absence from work can have on employment relationships and clarify your legal rights.Monday, May 7 from 7:00 - 9:00 pm
House Music: Barry LuftUkulele, Banjo, Folk Singer and Fun!Friday, May 25 from 7:00 - 9:00 pm
Living Well: Ikigai, Joy and Purpose of LivingSlideshow and musicTrudy Boyle: Meaningful Life EducatorFriday, June 8 from 7:00 - 8:30 pm(Also see Living Well with Cancer Retreat pg. 16)
Indoor Labyrinth with Meditative MusicPeter Oxland with Kalimba and DrumsThursday, June 21 from 7:15 - 9:00 pm
SleepJessica McNeil, PhD, Postdoctoral Fellow in Dept. of Cancer Epidemiology and Prevention Research Monday, Aug. 13 from 7:00 - 9:00 pm
Fountain Court (#120, 703 - 64 Ave SE)
Speakers (Open to the public - no charge)
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What Brings You Hope?Rev. Bob Glasgow (See Thursdays with Bob: pg. 16)Thursday, May 3 from 3:00 - 4:30 pm at Carma House NW
MAID: Medical Assistance in Dying: Personal, Medical and Legal PanelDr. Jackson Wu, Radiation Oncologist, Salimah Walji-Shivji, LLB, RSW, MSW, BSW, Evie Wallace, family member. Tuesday, May 22 from 7:00 - 9:00 pm at Carma House NW
Creating Your Legacy: Supportive Communication with Family and Friends Wilson Miranda, Spiritual Care LeadSaturday, Aug. 18from 6:30 - 8:00 pm at Fountain Court SE
Advanced Cancer Speaker Series NW and SE
How Understanding Your Brain Can Empower Your Life on a Cancer Journey Dr. Rob Rutledge: Radiation Oncologist, Assoc. Professor Dalhousie University, NS Cancer CentreWednesday, May 9 from 5:30 - 8:30 pmDinner 5:30 pm, lecture to follow. Both Free. Also See Skills for Healing Retreat (pg. 16)
SleepJessica McNeil, PhD Postdoctoral Fellow in Dept. of Cancer Epidemiology and Prevention Research Wednesday, June 20 from 5:30 - 8:30 pmDinner 5:30 pm, lecture to follow. Both Free.
High River United Church (145 McLeod Trail SW)
Family Friendly
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Child Minding Service
Wellspring provides child minding for members who need it during programs (up to two hours).
Please request child minding at least a week in advance of your program. Child minding is not confirmed until the Centre Manager indicates so.
Our child minding volunteers are trained, safety checked, and have first aid.
Wellspring Calgary is starting a few family friendly programs. While children and youth under 18 years of age do not fill in a membership form, they may join their parents in the programs outlined below.
Drumming at Fountain CourtFamily and friends invited to last class June 23. Saturdays, May 5 - June 23 (no classes May 19, 26)from 3:00 - 5:00 pm at Fountain Court SEFamily/youth friendly with youth authorization form.
Drumming at Carma HouseFamily and friends invited to attend all classes. Saturdays, Aug. 11, 18, 25from 1:00 - 3:00 pm at Carma House NWFamily/youth friendly with youth authorization form.
Finding Laughter in an Ocean of GriefApplying humour and laughter skills for coping with life’s changes and losses.Saturday, June 23 (Single day workshop)from 9:30 - 11:30 am at Fountain Court SE Also see Laughter Yoga (pg. 16)Family/youth friendly with youth authorization form.
House Music: Barry LuftUkulele, Banjo, Folk Singer and Fun!Friday, May 25 from 7:00 - 9:00 pm at Fountain Court SEOR Saturday, Aug. 25 from 7:00 - 9:00 pm at Carma House NW
Program Sampler Day (Family Friendly)Sample a few programs with your family and friends! No one has to face cancer alone. Saturday, June 2from 1:00 - 4:00 pm at Carma House NW
Young Adult
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YA generously supported in part by:
Young Adult Programs (18 to 39-ish) email [email protected] OR contact Young Adult Cancer Canada at [email protected] OR www.youngadultcancer.ca
YA Bootcamp (PAR-Q+ required)Tuesdays, May 8 - Aug. 21from 7:15 - 8:00 pm at Fountain Court SE
YA Fireworks at Global FestSaturday, Aug. 18 from 6:00 - 11:00 pmAt Eliston Park. Meet at 6:00 pm sharp outside City Centre Parkade (on 10th Ave. SW between 4th and 2nd Street)
YA Game Night (Drop In)Fridays, May 25, June 22, July 27, Aug. 24from 7:00 - 10:00 pm at Carma House NWFamily/youth friendly with youth authorization form.
YA LeatherworkMaterials supplied, no experience needed.Wednesdays, June 6, 13, 20, 27from 6:30 - 8:30 pm at Carma House NW
YA Patio PartyFriday, July 6 from 7:00 - 10:00 pm at Carma House NW
YA Yoga (sign up for one or both sessions) YA Yin Yoga (all abilities welcome) Slow and meditative. Develop flexibility. Thursdays, May 3 - June 21 (Also see pg. 7) from 7:15 - 8:15 pm at Carma House NW YA Yoga Flow (all abilities welcome) Dynamic movement, smooth posture. Thursdays, July 5 - Aug. 23 (Also see pg. 7) from 7:15 - 8:15 pm at Carma House NW
Drop Ins (Register anytime)
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Campfire Classics Music: Noon Hour JamOpen to public, bring a guest, any instrument. Thursdays, May 3 - Aug. 23from 12:00 - 1:00 pm at Fountain Court SEAND/OR Fridays, May 4 - Aug. 24from 12:00 - 1:00 pm at Carma House NW(Volunteers will help ukulele beginners get started.)
NEW Program: Chi at Wellspring Calgary Chi Journey: Qigong/Tai Chi Blend (Drop In)Repeat movements for deep meditation.Mondays, May 7 - June 25 (no class May 21) from 2:00 - 3:00 pm at Carma House NWOR Thursdays, June 7 - July 26 from 6:00 - 7:00 pm at Fountain Court SE
Exercise and Educate (PAR-Q+ required)Mondays, May 7 - Aug. 27 (no classes May 21, July 2, Aug. 6)from 6:30 - 7:30 pm at Carma House NWAND/OR Tuesdays, May 1 - Aug. 14from 6:00 - 7:00 pm at Fountain Court SEAND/OR Wednesdays, May 2 - Aug. 15from 6:30 - 7:30 pm at Carma House NWAND/OR Thursdays, May 3 - Aug. 16from 12:30 - 1:30 pm at Fountain Court SEAND/OR Saturdays, May 5 - Aug. 18(no classes June 30, Aug. 4) from 9:00 - 10:00 am at Carma House NW
Knitting: The Afghan ProjectKnit at Wellspring or at home. Mondays, May 7 - Aug. 20 (no classes May 21, July 2, Aug. 6) from 7:00 - 8:30 pm at Carma House NW
Laughter Yoga: Resilience through LaughterWednesdays, May 30, June 6, 13, 20from 10:00 - 11:00 am at Carma House NWAlso see Laughter Yoga Workshop (pg. 16) Family/youth friendly with youth authorization form.
Men’s GroupWednesdays, May 23 (no classes June, July or Aug.) from 7:00 - 9:00 pm at Carma House NWContact Carma House NW or Fountain Court SE for Peer Support in the summer months.
Open Art Studio: BYO Art ProjectsThursdays, May 3 - Aug. 23from 12:30 - 3:30 pm at Carma House NWAND/OR Mondays, May 7 - Aug. 20(no classes May 21, July 2, Aug. 6) from 12:30 - 2:30 pm at Fountain Court SE
Drop Ins (Register anytime)
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Supportive Conversation: Food for ThoughtTuesdays, May 1 - Aug. 21from 1:30 - 3:00 pm at Carma House NW
Thursdays with Bob: (Open to the public)Reflection on Suffering Thursday, May 3 - What Brings You Hope?Thursday, June 7 - All of Life is a TeacherThursday, July 5 - Downtime (no class in Aug.) all from 3:00 - 4:30 pm at Carma House NW
Time to Talk: Ted Talks, Speakers and more...Light snacks provided.Fridays, May 18, June 15, July 20 (no class in Aug.) from 12:00 - 1:30 pm at Fountain Court SE
Visualization, Relaxation and MindfulnessThursdays, May 3 - Aug. 16from 1:15 - 2:45 pm at Carma House NWAND/OR Tuesdays, May 8 - Aug. 21from 2:30 - 4:00 pm at Fountain Court SE
YA Game Night (Drop In)Fridays, May 25, June 22, July 27, Aug. 24from 7:00 - 10:00 pm at Carma House NWFamily/youth friendly with youth authorization form.
YA Yoga (sign up for one or both sessions) YA Yin Yoga (all abilities welcome) Slow and meditative. Develop flexibility. Thursdays, May 3 - June 21 (Also see pg. 5) from 7:15 - 8:15 pm at Carma House NW YA Yoga Flow (all abilities welcome) Dynamic movement, smooth posture. Thursdays, July 5 - Aug. 23 (Also see pg. 5) from 7:15 - 8:15 pm at Carma House NW
Yoga: For Harmony (Meditative Pace)Fridays, May 11 - Aug. 24 from 10:30 - 11:45 am at Fountain Court SE AND/OR Fridays, May 11 - Aug. 24from 1:00 - 2:15 pm at Carma House NW
Yoga: For Well-Being (Meditative Pace)Mondays, May 7 - Aug. 20 (no classes May 21, July 2, Aug. 6)from 2:00 - 3:30 pm at Fountain Court SEAND/OR Tuesdays, May 1 - Aug. 14from 5:30 - 7:00 pm at Carma House NW
Yoga: Restorative (Deep Rest and Meditation)Mondays, May 7 - Aug. 20 (no classes May 21, July 2, Aug. 6)from 11:15 am - 12:30 pm at Carma House NW
Educational
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Proud Sponsor of Returning to Work
“Current practical information for how to address each step of the process
from diagnosis to return to work.”Wellspring Member
Brain FogTuesdays, May 8 - June 26from 1:30 am - 3:00 pm at Fountain Court SEOR Mondays, June 4 - July 30 (no class July 2)from 10:30 am - 12:00 pm at Carma House NW
Healing Journey 1: Coping with Cancer StressMondays, Apr. 16, 23, 30, May 7from 1:00 - 2:30 pm at Fountain Court SE
Healing Journey 2: Skills for HealingMondays AND Wednesdays, June 4/6 - June 25/27from 1:00 - 3:00 pm at Fountain Court SE
Resumes and InterviewsThursdays, June 21, 28from 9:30 - 11:30 am at Fountain Court SE
Returning to WorkWednesdays, May 2 - June 20from 9:30 - 11:30 am at Fountain Court SEAlso see Legal and Employment/Money Matters (pg. 3)
Programs about the question of work:Also see Legal and Employment Matters (pg. 3), Money Matters (pg. 9), Resumes and Interviews (pg. 8), Returning to Work (pg. 8).
Money Matters: One-on-one appointments Call Meghan Holub, MSW, RSW Monday to Thursday at 403-521-5292 ext. 312 at Carma House NW OR Fridays at 587-747-0260 ext. 1006 at Fountain Court SE
Members can access expert advice through our clinics. All clinics have eligibility criteria and are comprised of individual appointments.
l Financial Advice Clinics (NW and SE)l Long Term Disability (LTD) & Employment Lawl Seasonal Income Tax Clinicl Wills Clinic
Legal and Employment MattersChristin Elawny & Silvia HenningLegal and HR specialists outline the impact an absence from work can have on employment relationships and clarify your legal rights. Monday, May 7 (Open to the public)from 7:00 - 9:00 pm at Fountain Court SE
Housing for Seniors: Kerby Centre ResourcesMyra Praxidio: Kerby CentreWednesday, May 23 (Open to the public)from 4:00 - 5:00 pm at Carma House NW
Money Matters
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Money Matters Program Remote AccessIf you live in an Alberta location other thanCalgary, you can access the Money Matters Program either in person or over the phone.
...and anonymous donors.
Money Matters generously supported by:
Sample each of our three energy sessions once (Healing Touch, Reiki and Therapeutic Touch) provided by certified practitioners.
These energy sessions promote wellness and reduce anxiety, tension and stress.
Energy sessions are non-touch, or with light touch (applied with permission).
Register online at https://wel.gametime.netor by phone at 403-521-5292 or 587-747-0260.
Energy Sessions
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Movement & Meditation
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Drumming Saturdays, May 5 - June 23 (no classes May 19, 26)from 3:00 - 5:00 pm at Fountain Court SEAND/OR Saturdays, Aug. 11, 18, 25from 1:00 - 3:00 pm at Carma House NWFor information on family participation see pg. 4
Exercise and Educate (PAR-Q+ required) (Drop In)Mondays, May 7 - Aug. 27 (no classes May 21, July 2, Aug. 6)from 6:30 - 7:30 pm at Carma House NWAND/OR Tuesdays, May 1 - Aug. 14from 6:00 - 7:00 pm at Fountain Court SEAND/OR Wednesdays, May 2 - Aug. 15from 6:30 - 7:30 pm at Carma House NWAND/OR Thursdays, May 3 - Aug. 16from 12:30 - 1:30 pm at Fountain Court SEAND/OR Saturdays, May 5 - Aug. 18(no classes June 30, Aug. 4) from 9:00 - 10:00 am at Carma House NW
Healthy Steps™ (PAR-Q+ required)Tuesdays, May 1 - Aug. 21from 9:30 - 10:30 am at Carma House NWOR Wednesdays, May 2 - Aug. 2211:30 am - 12:30 pm at Fountain Court SEOR Thursdays, May 3 - Aug 23from 12:30 - 1:30 pm at Carma House NW
NEW Program: Chi at Wellspring Calgary Chi Journey: Qigong/Tai Chi Blend (Drop In)Repeat movements for deep meditation.Mondays, May 7 - June 25 (no class May 21)from 2:00 - 3:00 pm at Carma House NWOR Thursdays, June 7 - July 26from 6:00 - 7:00 pm at Fountain Court SE
Qigong: Spring ForestDeepen Practice: Wednesday, May 2 - June 20from 10:00 - 11:00 am at Carma House NWOR Deepen Practice: Wed., July 4 - Aug. 22from 10:00 - 11:00 am at Carma House NWOR Fundamentals: Wed., May 2 - June 20from 11:15 am - 12:15 pm at Carma House NWOR All Levels: Thursdays, May 10 - Aug. 23from 2:00 - 3:00 pm at Fountain Court SE
Tai ChiDeepen Practice: Tuesdays, May 8 - July 2411:00 am - 12:00 pm at Carma House NWOR Fundamentals: Tuesdays, May 8 - July 24 from 12:15 - 1:15 pm at Carma House NWOR All Levels: Wednesdays, May 9 - July 25 from 10:00 - 11:00 am at Fountain Court SE
Movement & Meditation
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iRest® Meditation Thursdays, May 3 - June 21from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm at Carma House NWAND/OR Thursdays, June 28 - Aug. 16from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Fountain Court SE
Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction and Cancer Recovery (MBCR)Based on the MBCR program and research developed and offered at TBCC, we are grateful to Dr. Linda Carlson and Dr. Michael Speca, part of the TBCC / AHS Psychosocial Oncology team, for training Wellspring Calgary facilitators, so we can now offer MBCR at Wellspring Calgary.Saturdays, May 26 - Aug. 4 (no class June 30)from 12:00 - 2:00 pm at Fountain Court SE(Includes a retreat July 21 from 9:00 am - 3:00 pm)
Moves in Rhythm (PAR-Q+ required)Thursdays, May 3 - Aug. 23from 6:00 - 7:00 pm at Carma House NW
Visualization, Relaxation, Mindfulness (Drop In)Thursdays, May 3 - Aug. 16from 1:15 - 2:45 pm at Carma House NWAND/OR Tuesdays, May 8 - Aug. 21from 2:30 - 4:00 pm at Fountain Court SE
Yoga: For Harmony (Meditative Pace) (Drop In)Fridays, May 11 - Aug. 24 from 10:30 - 11:45 am at Fountain Court SE AND/OR Fridays, May 11 - Aug. 24 from 1:00 - 2:15 pm at Carma House NW
Yoga: For Well-Being (Meditative Pace) (Drop In)Mondays, May 7 - Aug. 20 (no classes May 21, July 2, Aug. 6) from 2:00 - 3:30 pm at Fountain Court SEAND/OR Tuesdays, May 1 - Aug. 14 from 5:30 - 7:00 pm at Carma House NW
Yoga: Functional (More Active Pose Changes)8-week commitment (pre-registration required)Tuesdays, May 1 - June 1911:00 am - 12:15 pm at Fountain Court SEOR Wednesdays, May 2 - June 20from 11:30 am - 12:45 pm at Carma House NW
Yoga: Restorative (Deep Rest/Meditation) (Drop In)Mondays, May 7 - Aug. 20 (no classes May 21, July 2, Aug. 6) from 11:15 am - 12:30 pm at Carma House NW
“I have made new friends.”Wellspring Member
Outdoor & Fitness
Bird Strolls: Enjoy NatureTuesdays, May 22 - June 19from 6:30 - 8:30 pm First class at Carma House, others at Calgary Parks
Cancervive: Bike OutdoorsEvery other Tuesday, May 15 - Aug. 21from 6:00 - 7:00 pm at TCR Sports Lab (1817 - 10th Ave SW) and NW/SW bike pathways.
Fly Fishing: Beneath the SurfaceSaturdays, May 5 - June 9 (no class May 19)from 10:00 - 11:30 am at Fountain Court SEField Trip: Saturday, July 21from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Mindful Mountain Hiking (PAR-Q+ required)Registration opens 1 month prior to each hike.Register for 1 hike only, then add your name to the waitlist for other hikes. Full day. See websiteOrientation: Wednesday, June 6from 7:00 - 9:00 pm at Carma House NWHike: Wednesday, July 4 at Ranger SummitOR Wednesday, July 11 at Powderface RidgeOR Wednesday, July 25 at Stanley GlacierOR Wednesday, Aug. 1 at Sunshine Meadows
Pole Walking (PAR-Q+ required)Fridays, May 25, June 1, 8, 15from 10:00 - 11:30 am at Fish Creek Park AND/OR Mondays, May 28, June 4, 11, 18 from 1:00 - 2:30 pm at Carma House NW
Wellspring Community GardenTuesdays, June 19 - Sept. 11from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm at Carma House NW
PAR-Q+, PARmedX Physical Activity Readiness Forms required for: Cancervive Spin Training, Cross Country Skiing, Exercise & Educate, Healthy Steps™, Hiking, Moves in Rhythm, Pole Walking, Ski Day, Snowshoeing and YA Boot Camp. Pickup forms and directions at Wellspring or download from website: www.wellspringcalgary.ca/forms.asp
PAR-Q+ / PARmedX
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Hiking transportation generously supported by:
Expressive Arts
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Creative Journaling: (visuals and writing)
Watercolour: All Things WatercolourThursdays, May 3, 10, 17, 24from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Fountain Court SEOR Fridays, June 8, 15, 22, 29from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm at Carma House NW
Watercolour: Beginner’s Brush Thursdays, July 5, 12, 19from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm at Carma House NW
Watercolour for FunThursdays, May 3, 10, 17, 31 (no class May 24)from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm at Carma House NWOR Mondays, June 11, 18, 25, July 9, 16 (no class July 2) 10:00 am - 12:00 pm at Fountain Court SE
Watercolour
Creative Journaling: Intro for CJ ‘Newbies’Mondays, Aug. 13, 20, 27from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Fountain Court SEOR Thursdays, Aug. 16, 23, 30from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm at Carma House NW
Creative Journaling: Philosophers FoundSaturdays, May 5, 12, 26, June 2 (no class May 19)from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm at Carma House NWOR Mon., May 7, 14, 28, June 4 (no class May 21)from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Fountain Court SEOR Thursdays, June 7, 14, 21, 28from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm at Carma House NW
Digital Storytelling: Make a Film in a WeekendPart One: Storytelling BasicsMonday, June 4 from 6:00 - 8:30 pmPart Two: Movie-Making (3 min. short film)Saturday, July 7 & Sunday, July 8from 10:00 am - 4:00 pmAll dates at Fountain Court SEView 4 cancer related documentaries at:http://bit.ly/WellspringDigitalStorytelling
Digital Storytelling
Production of this brochure is made possible in part by:
Art Mix: (multi-week programs)
Music
Expressive Arts
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Art Mix: Art Assortment Fridays, May 4, 11, 25, June 1 (no class May 18)from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm at Carma House NWOR Fridays, June 8, 15, 22, 29from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Fountain Court SE
Art Mix: Artist Trading CardsSat., June 9, 16, 23, July 14 (no classes June 30, July 7)from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm at Carma House NW
Art Mix: Blogging for Beginners Thursdays, May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 from 6:30 - 8:30 pm at Fountain Court SEOR Wednesdays, Aug. 1, 8, 15, 22, 29from 6:30 - 8:30 pm at Carma House NW
Art Mix: Blogging with Purpose Wednesdays, May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30from 6:30 - 8:30 pm at Carma House NWOR Thursdays, Aug. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30from 6:30 - 8:30 pm at Fountain Court SE
Art Mix: Explore Manual PhotographySundays, May 27, June 3, 10, 17from 1:00 - 3:00 pm at Carma House NW
Art Mix: Legacy ArtTuesdays, July 3, 10, 17, 24from 6:30 - 8:30 pm at Fountain Court SEOR Fridays, July 6, 13, 20, 27 from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm at Carma House NW
Art Mix: More than Portraits Fridays, May 4, 11, 25, June 1 (no class May 18)from 1:00 - 3:00 pm at Carma House NW
Art Mix: Origami 1000 CranesTuesdays, May 8, 15, 22, 29from 1:00 - 3:00 pm at Carma House NW
Ukulele: Beginner (also see campfire classics)Thursdays, May 10 - May 31 from 1:00 - 2:00 pm at Fountain Court SEAND/OR Fridays, June 1 - June 22 from 1:00 - 2:00 pm at Carma House NW
Ukulele: Post Beginner (also see campfire classics) Thursdays, June 7 - June 28from 1:00 - 2:00 pm at Fountain Court SE
Also see House Music (pg. 2 and pg. 3) and Campfire Classics (pg. 6). Volunteers will help ukulele beginners get started in Campfire Classics.
Artshops: (single day workshops)
Expressive Arts
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Gardening Hands On
Artshop: Mini BooksSaturday, Aug. 11from 10:00 am - 4:00 pm at Carma House NW
Artshop: Painting in a DaySaturday, July 28from 10:00 am - 4:00 pm at Fountain Court SEOR Saturday, Aug. 25from 10:00 am - 4:00 pm at Carma House NW
Artshop: Project Finish Saturday, Aug. 18from 10:00 am - 4:00 pm at Carma House NW
Artshop: Still Life SketchingTuesday, May 29from 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Fountain Court SEOR Tuesday, June 19from 10:00 am - 4:00 pm at Carma House NW
Open Art Studio: BYO Art ProjectsThursdays, May 3 - Aug. 23from 12:30 - 3:30 pm at Carma House NWAND/OR Mondays, May 7 - Aug. 20(no classes May 21, July 2, Aug. 6)from 12:30 - 2:30 pm at Fountain Court SE
Micro Greens and the Four ElementsWednesdays, May 9, 16, 23, 30from 1:00 - 3:30 pm at Fountain Court SE
Sensory Connections with NatureMondays, June 4, 11, 18 from 1:00 - 2:30 pm at Carma House NW
Wellspring Community GardenTuesdays, June 19 - Sept. 11from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm at Carma House NW
Chaplain in ResidenceThursdays, 1:30 or 2:30 pm at Carma House NW OR Thursdays (by appointment only)at Fountain Court SECall 403-521-5292 or 587-747-0260 for an appointment.
Food & Nutrition: For Cancer TreatmentRecovery and People with Eating ChallengesInfo Session: Thursday, July 26 from 1:00 - 3:00 pmCooking Demo: Thursday, Aug. 2 from 1:00 - 3:00 pmall at South Health Campus (4448 Front St SE)
Food & Nutrition: Myths and ControversiesInfo Session and Demo: Tuesday, June 12from 1:00 - 3:00 pm at Carma House NWCooking: Tuesday, June 19 from 1:00 - 4:00 pm at Cookbook Co. (722-11 Ave SW)
Skills for Healing: Day-long Cancer SeminarDr. Rob Rutledge: Radiation Oncologist, Assoc. Professor Dalhousie University, NS Cancer CentreSaturday, May 12 from 9:00 am - 4:00 pm at Carma House NWAlso see Understanding Your Brain Speaker (pg. 2)
Laughter Yoga: Finding Laughter in an Ocean of GriefApplying humour and laughter skills for coping with life’s changes and losses.Saturday, June 23 (Single day workshop)from 9:30 am – 11:30 pm at Fountain Court SEAlso see Laughter Yoga (pg. 6) Family/youth friendly with youth authorization form.
Living Well with Cancer Retreat: A Fundamental Change of Heart Saturday, June 9 AND Sunday, June 10from 10:00 am - 3:00 pm at Fountain Court SEAlso see Living Well Speaker (pg. 3)
Thursdays with Bob: (Open to the public)Reflection on Suffering Thursday, May 3 - What Brings You Hope?Thursday, June 7 - All of Life is a TeacherThursday, July 5 - Downtime (no class in August) all from 3:00 - 4:30 pm at Carma House NW
Caregiving & Self Care
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For Caregivers Only Friday, May 11 from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm at Fountain Court SE
Caregiving Support: Finding SanctuaryPlease join us for all sessions Tuesdays, May 15, 29from 7:00 - 9:00 pm at Carma House NW AND Wednesdays, June 6, 13 from 7:00 - 9:00 pm at Fountain Court SE
Caregiving & Self Care
Advanced Cancer Speaker Series
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Peer Support / Wellspring NavigationA trained peer support volunteer who
has experienced cancer or is a caregiver, is available weekdays to meet with you
one-on-one or talk with you on the phone. They can also help you navigate Wellspring
services, and offer additional community resources and practical strategies. Call during office hours for more
information, or to ensure a peer support volunteer is onsite.
Advanced Cancer Speaker Series: Talking With Your Health Care TeamCatriona Leckie, Nurse Practitioner, Neuro Oncology TBCCThursday, Apr. 12 (carried forward from winter)from 6:30 - 8:00 pm at Carma House NW
What Brings You Hope?Rev. Bob Glasgow Thursday, May 3 Also see Thursdays with Bob (pg. 16) from 3:00 - 4:30 at Carma House NW
MAID: Medical Assistance in Dying: Personal, Medical and Legal PanelDr. Jackson Wu, Radiation Oncologist, Salimah Walji-Shivji, LLB, RSW, MSW, BSW, Evie Wallace, family member. Tuesday, May 22 from 7:00 - 9:00 pm at Carma House NW
Creating Your Legacy: Supportive Communication with Family and Friends Wilson Miranda, Spiritual Care LeadSaturday, Aug. 18from 6:30 - 8:00 pm at Fountain Court SE
“The day I walked through your doors was a turning point in my life.”
Wellspring Member
“Given me the courage to follow a plan.”Wellspring Member
“Re-evaluating my priorities including self-care”.
Wellspring Member
Program ScheduleWellspring NorthCarma House NW - 1404 Home Rd NW
Register online at www.wellspringcalgary.ca, by phone at 403-521-5292 or 587-747-0260, in person at 1404 Home Rd NW or #120, 703 - 64 Ave SE.
Starts Program Time Apr 12 Talking with Health Team (Speaker) 6:30 pm
May 1 Healthy Steps™ 9:30 amMay 1 Supportive Conversations (Drop In) 1:30 pmMay 1 Yoga for Well-Being (Drop In) 5:30 pmMay 2 Qigong: Deepen Practice 10:00 am May 2 Qigong: Fundamentals 11:15 amMay 2 Yoga: Functional 8-week 11:30 amMay 2 Exercise and Educate (Drop In) 6:30 pmMay 2 Art Mix: Blogging with Purpose 6:30 pmMay 3 Watercolour for Fun 10:00 amMay 3 iRest® Meditation 10:00 am May 3 Healthy Steps™ 12:30 pmMay 3 Open Art Studio: BYO Art Projects 12:30 pmMay 3 Visualization, Relaxation (Drop In) 1:15 pmMay 3 Thursdays with Bob (Speaker) 3:00 pm May 3 Moves in Rhythm 6:00 pmMay 3 YA Yin Yoga (Drop In) 7:15 pmMay 4 Art Mix: Art Assortment 10:00 amMay 4 Campfire Classics Music 12:00 pmMay 4 Art Mix: More than Portraits 1:00 pmMay 5 Exercise and Educate (Drop In) 9:00 amMay 5 Creative Journaling: Philosophers 10:00 amMay 7 Yoga Restorative (Drop In) 11:15 amMay 7 New: Chi Journey (Drop In) 2:00 pmMay 7 Exercise and Educate (Drop In) 6:30 pmMay 7 Knitting: Afghan Project (Drop In) 7:00 pm May 8 Tai Chi: Deepen Practice 11:00 amMay 8 Tai Chi: Fundamentals 12:15 pm May 8 Art Mix: Origami 1000 Cranes 1:00 pmMay 10 Understanding Brain (Speaker) 7:00 pmMay 11 Yoga for Harmony (Drop In) 1:00 pmMay 12 Skills for Healing: Retreat 9:00 amMay 15 Cancervive: Bike Outdoors 6:00 pmMay 15 Caregiving Support: Sanctuary 7:00 pmMay 22 Bird Strolls: Enjoy Nature 6:30 pmMay 22 Medical Assistance Dying (Speaker) 7:00 pmMay 23 Housing for Seniors (Speaker) 4:00 pmMay 23 Men’s Group (Drop In) 7:00 pmMay 25 YA Game Night (Drop In) 7:00 pmMay 27 Art Mix: Explore Photography 1:00 pmMay 28 Pole Walking 1:00 pmMay 30 Laughter Yoga: Resilience (Drop In) 10:00 am
Starts Program Time Jun 1 Ukulele: Beginner 1:00 pmJun 2 Program Sampler (Family Friendly) 1:00 pmJun 4 Brain Fog 10:30 amJun 4 Sensory Connections with Nature 1:00 pm Jun 6 YA Leatherwork 6:30 pmJun 6 Mindful Hiking Orientation 7:00 pmJun 7 Creative Journaling: Philosophers 10:00 amJun 7 Thursdays with Bob (Drop In) 3:00 pm Jun 8 Watercolour: All Things 10:00 am Jun 9 Art Mix: Artist Trading Cards 10:00 amJun 12 Food & Nutrition: Myths 1:00 pmJun 12 Immunotherapy (Speaker) 7:00 pmJun 19 Artshop: Still Life Sketching 10:00 amJun 19 Wellspring Community Garden 10:00 amJun 22 YA Game Night (Drop In) 7:00 pm
Jul 4 Qigong: Deepen Practice 10:00 amJul 5 Watercolour: Beginner’s Brush 10:00 amJul 5 Thursdays with Bob (Drop In) 3:00 pm Jul 5 YA Yoga Flow (Drop In) 7:15 pmJul 6 Art Mix: Legacy Art 10:00 amJul 6 YA Patio Party 7:00 pmJul 16 Sleep (Speaker) 7:00 pmJul 27 YA Game Night (Drop In) 7:00 pm
Aug 1 Art Mix: Blogging for Beginners 6:30 pmAug 11 Artshop: Mini Books 10:00 amAug 11 Drumming 1:00 pmAug 14 Manage Distress (Speaker) 7:00 pm Aug 16 Creative Journaling: Intro 10:00 amAug 17 Creating New Beginnings (Speaker) 7:00 pmAug 18 Artshop: Project Finish 10:00 amAug 24 YA Game Night (Drop In) 7:00 pmAug 25 Artshop: Painting in a Day 10:00 amAug 25 House Music: Barry Luft (Speaker) 7:00 pm
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Program Schedule Wellspring SouthFountain Court SE - #120, 703 - 64 Ave SE
Starts Program Time May 9 Understanding The Brain (Speaker) 5:30 pmJun 20 Sleep (Speaker) 5:30 pm
High River United Church145 Macleod Trail SW, High River
Starts Program Time May 25 Pole Walking: Fish Creek 10:00 amJul 4 Mindful Hiking: Ranger Summit Full DayJul 11 Mindful Hiking: Powderface Ridge Full DayJul 25 Mindful Hiking: Stanley Glacier Full DayAug 1 Mindful Hiking: Sunshine Meadows Full DayAug 18 YA Fireworks at Global Fest 6:00 pm
Other LocationsSee descriptions for actual location details
Starts Program Time Jul 16 Twin Tyrannies Positivity (Speaker) 1:00 pmJul 26 Food and Nutrition (Speaker) 1:00 pm
South Health CampusWellness Centre - 4448 Front St SE
Starts Program Time Jul 3 Art Mix: Legacy Art 6:30 pmJul 7 Digital Storytelling: Part 2 Film 10:00 amJul 20 Time to Talk: Ted Talks (Drop In) 12:00 pmJul 28 Artshop: Painting in a Day 10:00 am
Aug 2 Art Mix: Blogging with Purpose 6:30 pmAug 13 Creative Journaling: Intro 10:00 amAug 13 Sleep (Speaker) 7:00 pmAug 18 Legacy Conversations (Speaker) 6:30 pm
Register online at www.wellspringcalgary.ca, by phone at 403-521-5292 or 587-747-0260, in person at 1404 Home Rd NW or #120, 703 - 64 Ave SE.
Starts Program Time Apr 16 Healing Journey 1: Coping 1:00 pm
May 1 Yoga: Functional 8-week 11:00 amMay 1 Exercise and Educate (Drop In) 6:00 pmMay 2 Returning to Work 9:30 amMay 2 Healthy Steps™ 11:30 amMay 3 Watercolour: All Things 10:00 am May 3 Campfire Classics Music 12:00 pmMay 3 Exercise and Educate (Drop In) 12:30 pmMay 3 Art Mix: Blogging for Beginners 6:30 pmMay 5 Fly Fishing: Beneath the Surface 10:00 amMay 5 Drumming 3:00 pmMay 7 Creative Journaling: Philosophers 10:00 amMay 7 Open Art Studio: BYO (Drop In) 12:30 pmMay 7 Yoga for Well-Being (Drop In) 2:00 pmMay 7 Legal and Employment (Speaker) 7:00 pmMay 8 Brain Fog 1:30 pmMay 8 Visualization, Relaxation (Drop In) 2:30 pmMay 8 YA Bootcamp 7:15 pmMay 9 Tai Chi: All Levels 10:00 am May 9 Micro Greens and Four Elements 1:00 pmMay 10 Ukulele: Beginner 1:00 pmMay 10 Qigong: All Levels 2:00 pmMay 11 For Caregivers Only 10:00 amMay 11 Yoga for Harmony (Drop In) 10:30 amMay 18 Time to Talk: Ted Talks (Drop In) 12:00 pmMay 25 House Music: Barry Luft (Speaker) 7:00 pmMay 26 Mindfulness Stress Reduction 12:00 pmMay 29 Artshop: Still Life Sketching 10:00 am
Jun 4 Healing Journey 2: Skills 1:00 pmJun 4 Digital Storytelling: Part 1 Stories 6:00 pmJun 6 Caregiving Support: Sanctuary 7:00 pmJun 7 Ukulele: Post Beginner 1:00 pmJun 7 New: Chi Journey (Drop In) 6:00 pmJun 8 Art Mix: Art Assortment 10:00 amJun 8 Living Well: Ikigai (Speaker) 7:00 pmJun 9 Living Well with Cancer Retreat 10:00 amJun 11 Watercolour for Fun 10:00 amJun 15 Time to Talk: Ted Talks (Drop In) 12:00 pmJun 21 Resumes and Interviews 9:30 amJun 21 Indoor Labyrinth (Speaker) 7:15 pmJun 23 Finding Laugher in Grief (Family) 9:30 amJun 28 iRest® Meditation 10:00 am
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Wellspring Calgary is pleased to offer meeting space for the following independently managed, cancer-related groups at Wellspring Carma House 1404 Home Rd NW (unless otherwise indicated in the description below).
Bladder Cancer SupportEmail [email protected] Call Susan at 403-730-3448 / Ben at 403-474-9612
Blood Cancer Patient Information and Support SessionsCall Caroline at 403-263-5300or email [email protected] Tuesday of the month from 7:00 - 8:30 pmMay 8, June 12 (no meetings July, Aug.)
Brain Tumor Support Group Call Crystal 403-944-3439 or email [email protected] 3rd Wednesday of month from 6:30 - 8:30 pmMay 16, June 20 (no meetings July, Aug.)
Bridge to Peace Threshold ChoirWe honour the ancient tradition of singing at the bedside of those who are sick or dying or in need of nurturing song. To arrange a visit or join the choir call 587-317-7714 or visit our websiteBridgeToPeaceThresholdChoir.ca
Cancer ChicA hands-on workshop for women living with cancer. Learn about potentially harmful chemicals in your beauty regime, receive make-up tips and tricks, tie scarves, and get pumped about fitness during and after treatment. Enjoy a special ’Thriver’ gift bag full of fun, healthy goodies! To register please go online at www.cancerchic.ca/events/ or email [email protected]: Karla Laing & Thrive Lab Monday, May 7from 9:30 am - 12:00 pm at Carma House NW
Cervical Cancer Support GroupEmail Becky at [email protected] 2nd Thursday of month from 6:30 - 8:00 pm
Colorectal Cancer Support GroupEmail [email protected] 2nd Wed. of the month from 10:00 - 11:30 am22
External Support Groups
Head and Neck Cancer Support Group (AHS)Email [email protected] 2nd Monday of the month from 5:30 - 7:00 pm
Look Good Feel BetterManage appearance-related cancer side-effects in a friendly environment. Tips on skincare, makeup, wigs and hair alternatives. Complimentary cosmetic kit. Caregivers welcome for tea and a tour. To register go online at www.lgfb.ca or call 1-800-914-5665.First Tuesday of the month from 1:00 - 3:00 pm at Carma House NW OR First Wednesday of the month 10:00 am - 12:00 pm at Fountain Court SE
Ostomy Support GroupContact Patricia Cimmeck at 403-273-8946 or email [email protected], May 8 (no meetings June, July, Aug.)
SAMPS: Southern AlbertaMultiple Myeloma Patient Support Call 587-998-7267, email [email protected] or visit our website at www.samps.ca
University of Calgary Health and Wellness Lab Offers research-based therapeutic yoga and exercise programs, for those diagnosed with cancer, on or off treatment, experiencing stiffness, pain, stress, fatigue or other side-effects, are designed to meet your (and your support person’s) needs. Use the Thrive Centre at the U of C to maintain and build your resilience. www.ucalgary.ca/healthandwellnesslab Yoga Thrive: 403-220-7749 Register via Active Living (12–week programs) Alberta Cancer Exercise (ACE) study: 403-210-8482 Community-based 12-week programs. Screening for all programs by a certificated exercise physiologist.
Women’s Interest Group Contact Becky at [email protected], May 4 - Aug. 31 (no classes May 18, June 29, Aug. 3)from 1:00 - 3:00 pm
Young Adult Cancer Canada (YACC) / LocalifeOffers fun, casual, peer-led social events for young adults living with and beyond cancer. Connect with a community of people who get it! Open to survivors currently aged 18 to 39 years old and their supporters. Contact Matt at localifecal [email protected] or www.youngadult cancer.ca
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