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May 2008
 

 May  |  June

1:00-3:00pm: May 12
5:30-7:30pm: May 19

6-7:30pm
May 19

When illness strikes a family, often each family member deals with it differently. Drawing on their newly published book, A Family’s Journey - a handbook for living with illness and finding hope, authors Patricia Ellen, Ginny Keegan and Frankie Odom will look at issues such as: how to tell the children and keeping the conversation going, navigating chaos, the changing face of hope, discovering your unique spiritual resources, creative activities to do alone or together, stories of others who have traveled this path. Discussion will be interactive with your questions, sharing, and activities.  Please call to register or click here.

11am-1pm: May 27
6-8pm: May 28

Crazy Sexy Cancer is more than a film, it’s an attitude! It’s about rising to the challenge of life, and no matter what, refusing to give up who you are at your core. This story is as funny as it is frightening, as joyous as it is outrageous. Ultimately, Crazy Sexy Cancer is a thought provoking film about, friendship, love and growing up. In preparation for Kris Carr's visit on June 11th, we are showing this film at the Center twice, so everyone will have a chance to see it! Please call to register or click here.

Saturday Programming

8-9am

In a safe environment of compassion and acceptance, you will learn breathing practices and postures that will help you stretch, strengthen, tone, and relax. This class specializes in a therapeutic program for individuals needing more attention and a gentler approach, facilitating their healing process with the use of restorative poses. you will leave feeling grounded, balanced, energized, refreshed and renewed.

Thai cooking will be demonstrated by Dr. Jacobs and smart food choices will be discussed. This will be Dr. Jacobs' last class until the fall. Don't miss it!  Please call to register or click here.

What is the single most important factor to create strong immunity? The answer is simply knowing how to make seasonal adjustments. As the weather gets warmer we can adjust our food choices, cooking and cutting styles as well as seasonings tostay comfortable during the season approaching. At the same time, we can support the functioning of the heart and small intestine which are the key most active organs during the summer. Warren will present some delicious dishes and explain the essence of warm weather adjustments. Sign up early as this class will fill up fast! Please call to register or click here.

May 17
11am-1pm

This will be a time to tap your inner artist and paint in an open studio environment. Various painting mediums will be demonstrated and quality materials available for unlimited creative expression. this class is great for the novice or advanced painter. Bring your ideas and inspiration!  Please call to register or click here.

Join us on a Saturday morning to create colorful bracelets using thread and assorted beads. All materials provided. Class size is limited.  Please call to register or click here.

Social Activities

The Red Hat Society is a social organization where there is FUN AFTER FIFTY (and before) for women of all walks of life. The Red Hat Society has a chapter at the CCC called the "Ruby Hattitudes". This group meets one Wednesday per month to socialize and plan events.

Come join us for some hot Bingo action! If you like to play the game, you’ll love it here! No money investment! Each person will receive one Bingo card to play with. Prizes (not money) will be awarded to the Bingo winners. Refreshments and coffee provided.  Please call to register or click here.

Every Friday
12noon-2pm

Come join us for food, conversation and fun! Games played may vary, and can include - but are not limited to - Bridge, Mexican Train, Cribbage, Hearts, Spades, Scrabble, Checkers, Chess, and more! We will be serving finger sandwiches and light snacks. Registration is required so we can plan the food. Every Friday. Please call to register or click here.

Wellness
(sponsored in part by LL Bean)

Pilates Basics emphasizes the core principles of breath, alignment, form and “moving from your center”. You can expect an increase in flexibility, mobility, balance, and body awareness, as well as a decrease in back pain or other general pains.

The word Anusara means “flowing with grace”. It is based upon a foundation composed of the three A’s of Anusara Yoga: a heart centered Attitude, a muscular, skeletal and internal Alignment, and the Action used in each pose to create an expression and a celebration of spirit. Michael often shares his music by accompanying the final poses of the lesson with a live classical guitar serenade. You can learn more about Michael’s yoga at his website: www.AtHomeYoga.us

Reiki addresses imbalances in the flow of energy throughout the body.  Used by a growing number of hospitals, it helps to alleviate pain, reduce stress and promote deep relaxation.  Reiki treatments before, during or after a session of radiation or chemotherapy may reduce side effects such as fatigue and nausea.  In the first half of this workshop, participants will learn self-Reiki.  In the second half, Michael will demonstrate simple techniques that participants can use to help a friend or loved one ease anxiety before or during treatment.  Please call to register or click here.

Maintaining proper nutrition while undergoing radiation or chemotherapy is a major challenge for many cancer patients; to help you meet this challenge, Cindy, a certified holistic nurse (with advanced training in nutrition for cancer patients) has conducted monthly sessions to answer your specific questions. Brooke, an oncology-dedicated dietician also makes herself available to meet. The regular meetings are on hiatus. Call us and we'll schedule an individual session for you, when possible.

May 6
11am-12noon

Polarity Therapy is based on the human energy field and the underlying belief that the undisturbed flow and balance of the electromagnetic energy in and around the body is the basis for health and wellbeing. This technique strives to clear and unblock restrictions in the energy field, restoring it to its natural state of balance. It should not be confused with massage, as the body is not stroked or kneaded. It is an adjunct, but never a substitute for supervised medical care. Please call to register or click here.

Every Monday & Thursday
11am-12noon

Rejuvenate through music, movement, and relaxation. This class incorporates light aerobic exercise, strength training, and flexibility, and is geared to individual needs.  Mondays and Thursdays.

Every Wednesday
1:30-2:15pm

This class emphasizes the practice and cultivation of various Qigong exercises, including movement, standing, sitting, and breathing. Qigong translates as "internal energy work or skill," and refers to a broad range of internal energy and breath practices, including the internal art of Tai Chi. This class will foster the meditative, relaxation and healing power of Qigong. Open to all levels of experience. Every Wednesday.

Every Monday
1:30-2:30pm

Designed for both beginners and advanced students, this class combines fundamental T’ai Chi Chuan exercises emphasizing core principles of integration, movement mechanics, and the development of internal energy. Students will practice active relaxation, efficient body mechanics and sensitivity cultivation. These skills provide an excellent foundation for T’ai Chi Form, and can improve one’s performance in other movement activities. Learning T’ai Chi Fundamentals deepens ones understanding of the T’ai Chi Form and provides beginners with essential skills for daily practice and future study. Every Monday.

Every Tuesday
9-10am

In a safe environment of compassion and acceptance, you will learn breathing practices and postures that will help you stretch, strengthen, tone, and relax. This class specializes in a therapeutic program for individuals needing more attention and a gentler approach, facilitating their healing process with the use of restorative poses. you will leave feeling grounded, balanced, energized, refreshed and renewed.

Creative Expression

We have created an opportunity for you to complete your unfinished art or craft projects with camaraderie.  Please let us know your desires and wishes and we will see what we can do to facilitate them.  The supplies that we will have on hand include:  recycled jewelry, some findings, stamps, acrylic paints, brushes, papers and fabrics. Please call to register or click here.

Using new mop heads, we will be designing very cute dolls which you can make into angels or dress-up with accessories into fashion dolls! All materials provided. Class size is limited. Please call to register or click here.

May 13
9am-3:30pm

Bring a potluck lunch to the Center and then, by carpool, we will take off on a journey with Darci to view her scrapbooking space. After that, we make our way to Scrapbooking and Beyond in Topsham for your shopping pleasure and a quick take-home project. We’ll then meet back at the Center for lunch and spend the afternoon scrapbooking with Darci. Please bring at least 4 photos and scissors, all other materials provided.  Please call to register or click here.

May 14
10am-12noon

We'll use acrylic paints in dazzling colors and patterns to create functional works of art! Hang in your foyer, bathroom or anywhere in the house you would like to add a little color and originality! All materials provided. Class size is limited. Please call to register or click here.

May 21 & Jun 4
10am-12noon

This two-part class continues with the basics of basket weaving. Perfect for newcomers or those who attended previous workshops. All materials provided. Class size is limited.  Please call to register or click here.

Every Thursday
1-3pm

6-7:30pm

For women seeking support for breast cancer and women diagnosed with ovarian and other gynecological cancers. This group now meets the second and fourth Tuesday of each month. For women only.

6-7:30pm

Led by CCC trained facilitators, this group combines education and support about melanoma. Expert guest speakers will be featured from time to time. Meets the 4th Tuesday monthly.

12noon-1:30pm

For people who have either secondary or primary lymphedema. Meets the 1st Wednesday of every other month. Please call 879-3790 to register. Lunch will be provided.

5:30-7pm

For adult patients and family members coping with leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin’s Disease, or multiple Myeloma. Meets the 3rd Tuesday of each month.  May 20: Lynne Morin, Community Outreach Manager with the MA Chapter of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society will talk about advocacy. Jun 17: Support Group

5:30-7pm

For patients, family, and caregivers coping with Multiple Myeloma and its concomitant bone destruction.  This group is led by a health care professional and will present expert guest speakers each month.  The group meets on the 1st Tuesday of each month.  Jun 3: Jacquelyn Hedlund, M.D., Director for Maine Medical Center’s Oncology program, will present highlights from the annual American Society for Hematology conference.

6-7:30pm

For patients and family members coping with lung cancer. This group is co-facilitated by Christine Robbins, Thoracic Oncology Center nurse at Maine Medical Center, and provides support, information, and networking. Meets the 4th Thursday of each month.  May 22: Bruce Hopkins, Licensed Massage Therapist, will speak on Reconnecting Body, Mind and Soul. Jun 26: Support Group

6-7:30pm

This 8-week group is available to those newly bereaved, or who have not participated in a grief group before. The group will welcome new participants for the first three sessions, and then will be closed to newcomers to ensure that group members will have a clear beginning and end to the group process of connecting with others who are also grieving. A new group begins on May 8.

6-7:30pm

This group is specially designed to provide ongoing emotional and social support to those who have been through a short-term grief group, and would like to continue in a group. Meets the first and third Wednesday of each month.

6-7:30pm

The open group is a networking and support group for adults who have or have had any type of cancer. This group will allow participants to explore experiences common to all types of cancer, such as talking to family and friends; work challenges; or managing physical and emotional side effects. Friends and family are welcome, too! Come share resources, exchange ideas and make connections with others whose lives have been affected by cancer.

6:30-8:30pm

This group meets the 2nd Tuesday of each month. Partners are welcome and encouraged to join. May 13: Dawn Stratton, M.A., counselor and cancer survivor, will speak on the social / emotional aspects of living with prostate cancer. Jun 10: Open Meeting

4:30-6pm
Apr 9