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DISCUSSION SERIES



For a full description of these sessions, please visit www.wellspring.ca.
To register for these sessions, please call Wellspring Chinguacousy at 905.792.6480.
JANUARY FEBRUARY
Long Term Disability and Returning to Work Pranayama Breathing
Wednesday, January 22, 10 - 11:30 am Wednesday, February 5, 1 - 2:30 pm
Facilitator: K.C. Wysynski, LLB Lawyer Facilitator: Donna Poulidis, Yoga Instructor, Founder Prana Fitness
This presentation will address the concerns of employees who are on Long Pranayama is the practice of simple breathing exercises that can help regain
Term Care Disability and want to return to work. This session is open to heath and stamina. This session involves learning these techniques which
any interested individual and those registering for the Returning to Work can help to increase and circulate prana or life-giving energy to the body.
program are encouraged to attend. The exercises are simple and gentle for anyone to do.
Government Benefts and Returning to Work Creating Change (2-Part Series)
Wednesday, January 15, 10 - 11:30 am Wednesday, February 19 & 26, 10:30 am - 12 pm
Facilitator: Michele Meehan, MA, CRC, CCC, Money Matters Case Manager Facilitator: Ann Fogolin, B.A., B. Ed., Professional Coach
This presentation will help you understand income and government There is nothing you can change about being diagnosed with cancer.
benefts options in the context of returning to work – focusing specifcally What you can change are the choices you make moving forward – paying
on Long Term Disability benefts and government programs. This session is particular attention to staying healthy and feeling.
open to any interested individual and those registering for the Returning
to Work program are encouraged to attend. Tips for Your Journey in Cancerland
Tuesday, February 11, 1 - 2:30 pm
Letting Go of Resentments Facilitator: Lisa Newman, MSW MHSc
Tuesday, January 21, 1:30 - 3:30 pm The author will discuss her book “Journeys in Cancerland” about the lessons
Facilitator: Rachel Kampf, M.Ed., Psychotherapist, Healing Journey Facilitator she learned accompanying her husband on his cancer journey.
In this session we will examine the ways in which resentments can increase our
stress and reduce our sense of overall well-being.
MARCH APRIL

After Treatment, Now What? St. John’s Ambulance:
Tuesday, March 4, 1:30 - 3:30 pm Palliative Caregiver Support Program
Facilitator: Rachel Kampf, M.Ed., Psychotherapist Tuesday, April 16, 1 - 2:30 pm
Many people feel like cancer changes their lives. Explore your feelings about Facilitator: Heather Leblanc, Community Relations Coordinator, St. John’s
new directions after treatment and regaining your life and your confdence. Ambulance
Travelling with Cancer This is an overview of the program that consists of a series of presentations
focusing on the four main areas of concern in palliative care, including
Tuesday, March 18, 10:30 am -12 pm physical needs, emotional/psychological needs, social/informational needs
Facilitator: Judy Middleton, RN, Travel Agent and spiritual needs, to provide information and assistance to
Learn about income support programs, disability and insurance matters non-professional caregivers who are providing care for family members
and how to navigate support systems. or friends suffering from chronic or terminal illnesses at home.

Lymphedema Management and Prevention Pain Management
Wednesday, March 26, 6 - 7:30 pm Thursday, April 10, 1 - 2:30 pm
Facilitator: Andrea Moss, Occupational Therapist Facilitator: Amanda McLelland, RN
Lymphedema is a chronic condition that can affect men and women This discussion will review the physiology of pain, the impact of pain and the
following various procedures related to the treatment of cancer. Join us management of pain. This will allow you to better understand your pain and
for a discussion about symptoms and treatment options for the prevention report it in a way that allows your medical care team to better manage your
and management of lymphedema. pain, improving your wellbeing.
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