Registration Required

Join us for an online orientation and tour from the comfort of your own home. After registering, you will be provided with a link via email to join the meeting.

Staff Registration Required

Nurture your entire being with mind/body movement.

Staff Registration Required

Nia® is a mind-body movement practice for all ages and levels of fitness using choreography to soul-stirring music.

Staff Registration Required

Network with other caregivers in this ongoing 8-week support group meets at the same time as the Cancer Support Group.

Drop-ins Welcome

This weekly group focuses on issues regarding recurrent and metastatic cancer and welcomes individuals diagnosed as well as family members supporting a loved one with cancer. Caregivers are welcome to attend with or without the individual with cancer.

Staff Registration Required

This is an 8-week, weekly bereavement support group for children ages 6-12.

Drop-ins Welcome

New to Wellness House? Join us for an orientation that provides an overview of programs, a tour of the facility, and a chance to meet staff.

Drop-ins Welcome

Gentle, beginner and restorative mat-based yoga postures.

Staff Registration Required

Self-paced aerobic exercise followed by gentle instructor-led exercises for people experiencing physical difficulties due to cancer treatment, with focus on reducing treatment side effects, improving activities of daily living, and maintaining strength and endurance.

Staff Registration Required

Self-paced aerobic exercise followed by instructor-led exercises for increasing endurance, strength, flexibility and balance.

Staff Registration Required

Aerobic warm-up followed by a new resistance plan each month designed to teach independent exercise.

Staff Registration Required

Customized exercises for breast cancer survivors.

Drop-ins Welcome

Participants may use the exercise facilities for independent exercise.

Staff Registration Required

Nurture your entire being with mind/body movement.

Drop-ins Welcome

Gentle, beginner and restorative chair-based and standing yoga postures.

Drop-ins Welcome

Through practice and discussion, learn the benefits of mindfulness meditation in this group setting.

Drop-ins Welcome

Learn to play the Native American flute and how to express yourself through music. No experience necessary.

Staff Registration Required

Join other women facing metastasis of their breast cancer. This weekly group will focus on the ongoing challenges that arise from dealing with treatment, relationships, and facing the future.

Drop-ins Welcome

For recently bereaved adults who have had a cancer-related loss.

Drop-ins Welcome

This ancient form of movement and exercise leads to harmony of mind and body while increasing control and balance.

Staff Registration Required

Beginner mat Pilates.

Staff Registration Required

A group designed to support kids ages 6-12 in developing coping skills, clarifying misconceptions surrounding cancer, and promoting feelings of normalcy as they meet other children impacted by cancer.

Staff Registration Required

This group is intended to meet the needs of both the spouse and person
with cancer in the family.

Staff Registration Required

Ongoing 8-week support group for people with cancer to share medical information, connect with others in similar circumstances and improve their coping skills. This group meets at the same time as the Caregiver Support Group.

Staff Registration Required

Cardio warm-up followed by exercises that use core muscles to increase strength, endurance and balance.

Staff Registration Required

A support group for teens ages 13-18 who have a family member with cancer or who have lost a family member to cancer.

Staff Registration Required

This is an 8-week, weekly bereavement support group that will help connect you with other parents and receive support around your loss, discuss parenting concerns, and find ways to help your family heal.

Drop-ins Welcome

Learn a set of calming movements to enhance strength and circulation.

Drop-ins Welcome

A networking group provides the opportunity to share your cancer experience through the lens of spirit, life stage and phase of treatment.

Alumni Drop-ins Encouraged

Join other adults who have completed the Transitions for Spouses or Turtles bereavement programs at this monthly group to continue
supporting one another.

Staff Registration Required

Discover this Japanese form of healing energy that helps reduce stress, promote relaxation, and balance the mind and emotions.

Registration Required

Dr. Scot Giles, renowned medical hypnotherapist, guides the group through self-hypnosis designed to help release pain and facilitate healing.

Registration Required

Learn to relax your body, still your mind and engage your spirit through meditation. You’ll learn to tailor meditation to suit your specific needs.

Registration Required

Use art materials in a free, expressive way in a class that is about process and having fun.

Staff Registration Required

This is a committed bereavement support group to help spouses and partners develop coping techniques. The group meets twice every month.

Registration Required

Create a series of cards and always be ready with a thank you or greeting card when needed.

Registration Required

Enjoy the benefits of starting your weekend stress-free! Come to this class and experience a variety of stress reduction techniques, including several
forms of meditation.

Registration Required

Saturday projects using a variety of art forms.

Registration Required

Join us to learn about and experience this healing reconnection.

Registration Required

This single-session class is designed specifically for individuals undergoing or about to begin treatment.

Drop-ins Welcome

Individual networking groups give people an opportunity to meet with others experiencing the same type of cancer and their caregiver.

Drop-ins Welcome

Individual networking groups give people an opportunity to meet with others experiencing the same type of cancer as well as their caregivers.

Registration Required

David Victorson’s research focuses on discovering and supporting ways in which people with cancer and other chronic diseases can become more engaged in their own heath care through contemplative awareness practices such as mindfulness meditation and yoga.

Registration Required

Please join us for this new networking group specifically designed for couples. Each month will focus on partnership through a different and unique phase of treatment.

Drop-ins welcome

All military veterans diagnosed with cancer, and their adult family members, are invited to participate in our new drop-in networking group.

Drop-ins Welcome

This group provides emotional support and an opportunity to meet other young adults receiving treatment.

Drop-ins Welcome

Individual networking groups give people an opportunity to meet with others experiencing the same type of cancer and their caregiver.

Registration Required

Dr. Luke will review the treatment landscape for melanoma, spanning precision medicine with molecular targeted to immunotherapies, as well as the next cadre of drugs likely to receive FDA approval.

Registration Required

Come join us for this special cooking program just for young adults.

Staff Registration Required

Ongoing support group for women with gynecological cancers to share medical information, connect with others in similar circumstances and improve their coping skills.

Staff Registration Required

Ongoing support group for women with breast cancer to share medical information, connect with others in similar circumstances and improve their coping skills.

Registration Required

Learn to appreciate real, fresh foods and simple culinary principles for cancer prevention and survivorship.

Drop – ins Welcome

Individual networking groups give people an opportunity to meet with others experiencing the same type of cancer and their caregiver.

Registration Required

Please join us to read, discuss and explore your own story through the work of Mark Nepo.

Registration Required

This workshop will teach the basic concepts of essential oils, including where they come from and how to purchase authentic quality essential oils.

Staff Registration Required

Gentle, floor-based yoga postures that utilize props for slow, passive stretching.

Registration Required

Empower yourself with easy-to-learn skills that turn every meal into a delicious dose of healthy nutrition.

Registration Required

Learn how to deal with some of the aesthetic side effects of treatment. Watch and learn how to tie scarves, quick makeup tips, and how to create eyebrows to improve your appearance and raise your confidence.

Drop-ins Welcome

Individual networking groups give people an opportunity to meet with others experiencing the same type of cancer as well as their caregivers.

Registration Required

Dr. Grogan and Dr. Angelos will speak about trends and updates in thyroid cancer treatment.

Registration Required

Come and learn how exercise can help guide you back to health in both body and mind.

Staff Registration Required

Explore the benefits of acupuncture in a community setting that allows 3 to 5 participants to experience acupuncture at the same time.

Drop-ins Welcome

Individual networking groups give people an opportunity to meet with others experiencing the same type of cancer as well as their caregivers.

Registration Required

In this presentation, we will learn what lymphedema is and how we can lessen and manage the symptoms of it.

Registration Required

Experience peace and serenity in the stillness of meditation and facilitate healing of mind, body, and spirit.

Drop-ins Welcome

Individual networking groups give people an opportunity to meet with others experiencing the same type of cancer as well as their caregivers.

Staff Registration Required

Ongoing support group for people with lung cancer and their caregivers to share medical information, connect with others in similar circumstances and improve their coping skills.

Drop-ins Welcome

The focus of this monthly group is to create an environment in which people feel free to discuss the challenges and joys found in the spiritual side of the cancer journey.

Drop-ins Welcome

Individual networking groups give people an opportunity to meet with others experiencing the same type of cancer as well as their caregivers.

Drop-ins Welcome

Individual networking groups give people an opportunity to meet with others experiencing the same type of cancer as well as their caregivers.

Drop-ins Welcome

Individual networking groups give people an opportunity to meet with others experiencing the same type of cancer as well as their caregivers.

Drop-ins Welcome

Individual networking groups give people an opportunity to meet with others experiencing the same type of cancer as well as their caregivers.

Registration Required

Spend some time with others in active treatment learning how to manage hair, nail and skin changes due to cancer treatment.

Drop-ins Welcome

Individual networking groups give people an opportunity to meet with others experiencing the same type of cancer as well as their caregivers.

Registration Required

Join us for a fun class of cooking with a focus on preparing for the 4th of July and Labor Day.

Drop-ins Welcome

Individual networking groups give people an opportunity to meet with others experiencing the same type of cancer as well as their caregivers.

Registration Required

This workshop will review some basics of essential oils and will delve into various aromatherapy treatments that can be used for managing the symptoms of cancer treatment.

Drop-ins Welcome

Individual networking groups give people an opportunity to meet with others experiencing the same type of cancer as well as their caregivers.

Registration required

This presentation will give you a hands-on demonstration on how to make the perfect smoothie that is easy and healthy.

Drop-ins Welcome

Individual networking groups give people an opportunity to meet with others experiencing the same type of cancer as well as their caregivers.

Registration Required

Come learn more about the steps involved in Imerman Angels connection process and hear the true impact of one-on-one support.

Registration Required

Join Bridget Juister for this creative workshop and walk away with a beaded bracelet that not only looks great, but is woven with symbolism and intentions

Registration Required

Dr. Scot Giles, renowned medical hypnotherapist, guides the group through self-hypnosis designed to help release pain and facilitate healing.

Registration Required

Join us for Saturday Art as we use a variety of mediums to create unique works of art.

Registration Required

Garden walks are a wonderful way to appreciate the beauty of nature while walking, relaxing and enjoying good company.

Registration Required

Our cooking club provides hands-on experience where you will come together as a family to find new recipes for the school year that are delicious, healthy and FUN!

Staff Registration Required

Join Angela for this hands-on learning experience in cooking your basic, but at times tricky, health-promoting foods.

Registration Required

In this discussion, risk factors, treatment modalities, nutrition concerns and lifestyle management considerations will be discussed.

Registration Required

Please join us for an active discussion with a multi-faith panel to address challenges and questions about the spiritual side of cancer. People of all belief systems are invited to participate.

Registration Required

During this presentation, you will learn about the causes of peripheral neuropathy within the oncology population and how to identify the functional implications.

Registration Required

Elyse C. Schneiderman, M.D., Medical Oncologist at the
AMITA Health Cancer Institute Hinsdale will be discussing the current therapies available for the treatment of kidney cancer.

Registration Required

In this interactive class, we’ll discuss and apply the KonMari method of decluttering from the book, Life Changing Magic of Tidying Up, by Marie Kondo

Registration Required

An important first step is financial planning. During this 60-minute webinar you will learn how to not let this time in your life derail your long-term financial goals with step-by-step suggestions on how to handle many of the financial issues we know you are currently faced with.

Registration Required

Join us as we discuss strategies for communicating about a cancer experience at work, with family and friends, and on social media.

Drop-ins welcome

Wellness House is hosting this quarterly group, organized by the Chicago area chapter of the Life Raft Group. This group is for anyone diagnosed with GIST and their caregivers.

Registration Required

Join us to renew your Reiki practice. This program is for students of Reiki who have taken a class at Wellness House or with other teachers.

Registration Required

Gain a real understanding of how Medicare works and how to avoid the pitfalls of unknown hidden costs.

Registration required

You’re done with treatment and your physician has provided your survivorship care plan. Now what?

Registration Required

Introduction to watercolor painting.

Registration Required

Dr. Thom Dennis will share with us the Grief River®model for understanding loss, and offer tips for negotiating our way through the “waves” of grief, and guide us to places of safe harbor.

Program for Mental Health Care Professionals
Registration Required

Please join us at Wellness House for a talk with Dr. Irvin Yalom via video chat from California.

Staff Registration Required

Ongoing support group for people with cancer to share medical information, connect with others in similar circumstances and improve their coping skills. This group meets at the same time as the Caregiver Support Group.

Staff Registration Required

Network with other caregivers in this ongoing support group, which meets at the same time as the Living With Cancer Support Group.

Staff Registration Required

Join this discussion group to connect and share ideas with one another.

Registration Required

Join the top oncologists, surgeons and healthcare professionals in the Chicagoland area to learn about the latest updates in the research and treatment of prostate cancer.

Registration Required

We will discuss the most recent information about diet and colon cancer to identify foods to safely include in your diet, as well as foods to limit.

Registration Required

Learn what your risk factors are for developing heart disease from your cancer treatment and how to prevent side effects.