IL Pathways to Health Classes

Cancer: Thriving and Surviving

An interactive workshop for cancer survivors. Participants engage in supportive sessions that teach skills to address concerns like fear of recurrence, fatigue, pain, and nutrition, empowering them to manage their health and live fulfilling lives.

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About the class

Cancer: Thriving and Surviving is an interactive workshop for cancer survivors and those impacted by cancer. Workshop sessions are highly participative where mutual support and success builds confidence in the ability to manage health and maintain an active and fulfilling life. Participants learn skills to help address concerns such as the fear of recurrence, changes in body image, fatigue, pain, nutrition and more. Participants are guided to tailor the workshop content to their own needs. Also available in Spanish.

The program will not conflict with existing programs or treatment. It is designed to enhance regular treatment. The workshop gives participants the skills to coordinate all the things needed to manage their health, as well as to help them keep active in their lives and relationships.

Duration & Format​

  • Six weekly sessions, 2.5 hours each (with a built-in break)
  • Participate in person at community and clinical locations or virtually with technical support available

Topics Covered

  • Fear of recurrence and changes in body image
  • Making decisions about treatment and complementary therapies
  • Communicating with family, friends and health care providers
  • Dealing with emotional issues such as depression, anger and fear
  • Appropriate exercise for maintaining and improving strength and endurance
  • Problem-solving, decision-making, goal setting and many more
"I feel that as I get older, it's harder to stay on track, and your class gave me the chance to think things over and make more good changes."
Patsy

Benefits of the class

  • Increased energy and less fatigue
  • Increased physical activity
  • Increased confidence in managing health
  • Decreased pain and depression
  • Less frustration or worry about health

Who should take the class

  • Adults with cancer, survivors, family, friends, and caregivers
  • Participants must be able to function in a group setting

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