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Tai Chi

Helen G. Nassif Community Cancer Center

Join us for Tai Chi at the Community Cancer Center. Tai Chi is a martial art that blends ancient Chinese exercises for physical, mental and spiritual development with fighting techniques. Tai Chi and related traditional Chinese therapeutic exercises have been used by people wishing to improve their health, those seeking spiritual perfection and others wishing […]

Open Gym

Helen G. Nassif Community Cancer Center

Join us for Open Gym at the Nassif Community Cancer Center. Open Gym is a time to exercise and socialize with other wellness participants and caregivers. Feel free to use the various fitness equipment and workout at your own pace. The Cancer Exercise Specialist will be there to help answer any questions and assist with […]

Yoga

Helen G. Nassif Community Cancer Center

Join us for Yoga at the Community Cancer Center. Yoga is a great form of exercise for cancer survivors. It systematically works the entire body building foundational strength. Yoga is a physical exercise that also helps reduce stress and create inner peace. Taught by an experienced yoga instructor, individuals of all abilities can experience easy, […]

4-Week Meditation Course – Class #3

Helen G. Nassif Community Cancer Center

Please join us for a 4-week Mediation course at the Community Cancer Center. This course will go more in-depth than our regular meditation classes, and participants are encouraged to attend all four classes. Please register for each class you plan to attend. Meditation is a mental exercise to help you gain relaxation, inner peace, creativity […]

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Grow Happy – Horticulture Healing – April

Culver's Garden Center and Greenhouse 1682 Dubuque Rd, Marion, IA, United States

The Nassif Community Cancer Center and Culver’s Garden Center & Greenhouse are partnering to host a “horticultural healing” session. Nature shows us “curves” in life are part of living. A plant will adjust to find the right light or adapt to drought. Just like plants, we pass through cycles, too. Gardening teaches us to let […]

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Tai Chi

Helen G. Nassif Community Cancer Center

Join us for Tai Chi at the Community Cancer Center. Tai Chi is a martial art that blends ancient Chinese exercises for physical, mental and spiritual development with fighting techniques. Tai Chi and related traditional Chinese therapeutic exercises have been used by people wishing to improve their health, those seeking spiritual perfection and others wishing […]

Cooking Demonstration – Quick and Easy Berry Salad

Helen G. Nassif Community Cancer Center

Join Oncology Dietitians Beth Beckett and Mary Beth Peiffer for a delicious salad lunch featuring cancer fighting ingredients! Registration is now closed. Quick and Easy Berry Salad Date: Thurs., April 4 at 12 p.m. Location: Cancer Wellness Center at the Nassif Community Cancer Center PCI Pavilion 2nd Floor, Suite 285

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Game Time!

Helen G. Nassif Community Cancer Center

Join us for game time at the Nassif Community Cancer Center! Each Thursday, from 1-3 p.m., enjoy some conversation, laughs and little competition with fellow patients. A variety of games will be available to play including: Scrabble, Cribbage, trivia and Yahtzee. Or bring one of your own!

Open Gym

Helen G. Nassif Community Cancer Center

Join us for Open Gym at the Nassif Community Cancer Center. Open Gym is a time to exercise and socialize with other wellness participants and caregivers. Feel free to use the various fitness equipment and workout at your own pace. The Cancer Exercise Specialist will be there to help answer any questions and assist with […]

Chair Yoga

Helen G. Nassif Community Cancer Center

Join us for Chair Yoga at the Community Cancer Center. Chair Yoga Basics is a gentle form of yoga. It is practiced sitting on a chair or standing using a chair for support. This class teaches basic yoga movements and breath work, while helping to develop the mind-body connection. It is a great practice for […]

Somatic Awareness Class

Somatic awareness in the context of cancer patients refers to an individual’s heightened awareness and understanding of bodily sensations. It involves being attuned to physical cues, such as pain, discomfort, fatigue, changes in appetite, or the effects of treatments like chemotherapy or radiation. Somatic awareness supports patients in navigating their cancer journey with a deeper […]

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