People impacted by cancer do better and feel better with psychosocial support. As a professional in the field, you want the best outcome for those in your care. Research shows an increased survival rate and better quality of life for people impacted by cancer who receive psychosocial support. Join us to exchange thoughts, connect with fellow professionals from varied disciplines who also serve and support the oncology population, and learn about psychosocial topics from the experts at Wellness House.
Sessions are held on the second Friday. Dates and topics are below; scroll down to register for one or multiple days, or Download flyer >.
8:45 – 9:00 a.m. Check-in and Networking
9:00 – 9:45 a.m. Presentation
9:45 – 10:00 a.m. Q & A and Discussion
Before attending a session, please complete our Professional Information Form >. To register for a particular session, please fill out the form below.
For more information, contact Kelli Mitchell at kmitchell@wellnesshouse.org or 630.654.5197.
Register for a Professional Perk: Networking and Education Series
2022 Series
Winter: Death, Dying and Bereavement
January 14 – Coping with Losses
February 11 – Our Presence is Our Greatest Offering
March 11 – Death Café
January 14 – Coping with Losses
We know that losing a loved one can be challenging and at times feel impossible to manage. Thelma will present common grief myths and realities alongside coping techniques that can be shared with families or utilized in your own life to manage grief and loss.
February 11 – Our Presence is Our Greatest Offering
Kelly Grosklags, LCSW, BCD, FAAGC, is an oncology psychotherapist, author, and national speaker who has spent 25+ years of her life working with patients receiving end-of-life care. She will share stories from patients about what matters most and ways to help patients feel heard. Learn about “perfect provider syndrome” and how to find balance in your daily work and life.
March 11 – Death Café
The practice of gathering in a “Death Café” was begun to provide a place for people to openly and respectfully exchange wonderings, worries, beliefs and support around the topic of dying and death. Wellness House participants love this program; our colleagues are warmly welcomed to participate in a Death Cafe of our own!