Wellness House at Loyola Medicine

Free cancer support for you and your family!

Loyola Medicine’s Cardinal Bernardin Cancer Center
2160, S. First Street, Maywood, IL 60153

Wellness House is excited to present free cancer wellness support at Loyola Medicine’s Cardinal Bernardin Cancer Center. Our team of experts and specialists can help you overcome the social, emotional, physical, psychological, and spiritual impacts of cancer. We’re here to help you live well during and after cancer.

Programs at Loyola:

Nutrition Tips for Breast Cancer
Friday, July 18
9:30 – 10:30 am

Nutrition Tips for GI Cancers
Thursday, August 14
9:30 – 10:30 am

Cancer Nutrition 101
Tuesday, September 16
9:30 – 10:30 am

Exercise for Better Balance
Tuesdays, July 15, August 26, September 9, 23
9:30 – 10:15 a.m.
Join an oncology exercise specialist for a session on improving balance. Discover how cancer and its treatments can affect balance and learn strategies to enhance stability and confidence.

Stretching for Joint Health
Friday, July 25
9:30 – 10:15 am
This class is designed to support cancer survivors in reclaiming flexibility, reducing stress, and enhancing overall well-being through gentle stretching exercises

Yoga for Digestion
Thursday, August 21
9:30 – 10:15 am
This class combines mindful movement, breathing exercises, and relaxation techniques to alleviate common digestive issues such as bloating, constipation, and discomfort.

To Register: Select the date and time from one of the program categories below and click the “Register” button. You can also view program descriptions in the details section for each class. You will be prompted to create an account or log in with our registration site, Mindbody Online. If you’re looking for on-demand content, visit “On-Demand Webinars and Videos” to explore pre-recorded sessions at your convenience.

Questions? Email whchicago@wellnesshouse.org or call us at 630.654.5336. We’re here to help you get started. Para obtener más información, comuníquese por correo electrónico a información@wellnesshouse.org o llame al 630.654.5529. Programas en español.

*Some classes and groups require prior registration. Meeting links and login instructions will be emailed approximately one hour prior to the start of each online class.

Webinars and Videos – View from anywhere!

Choose from a wide range of videos that are viewable from any location. Whether you are in treatment, post-treatment or a family member, we have a program that will help you through your cancer wellness journey. Check out our FULL video library here.

Mindful Breathing Meditation Click to view>

Join Nevada Bennett, LPC, Oncology Support and Family Counselor, for a seven-minute mindful breathing meditation.

Managing Nausea and Vomiting Click to view>

This video discusses the various ways to address the common side effects of nausea and vomiting, which commonly occur during cancer treatments.

Managing a Sore Mouth Click to view>

In this video, registered dietitian Jamie Shifley, discusses the common causes of sore mouth and then talks about foods to eat and strategies for managing this common side effect of cancer treatment.