Presented and facilitated by the
BC Cancer – Kelowna Patient and Family Counselling Department, "Managing Life with Cancer" consists of five interactive education sessions;
Wednesday, November 13, 2019, 1:30 pm-4:00 pm
With guest presenter Terry Heidt (Kinesiologist)
- Use exercise to improve energy levels and reduce fatigue
- Feel better and manage side effects during cancer treatment
- Get started on designing an exercise program just for you
Wednesday, November 27, 2019, 1:30 pm-4:00 pm
With guest presenter Judi Wallace (Cancer Survivor & Life Coach)
- Discuss common reactions throughout your cancer experience and adjustment to “new normal”
- Dialogue on common fears
- Q&A with guest presenter with lived experience
- Resources and tools for ongoing personal growth and self-care
Wednesday, December 4, 2019, 1:30 pm-4:00 pm
- Understand common cognitive, fatigue, and sleep related issues associated with a cancer diagnosis
- Explore current brain health and sleep research
- Learn resources and strategies you can use to support yourself
- Gain self-empowerment by implementing these strategies
Wednesday, December 11, 2019, 1:30 pm-4:00 pm
With guest presenter Kristy Hodgins (Registered Dietitian, BC Cancer)
- Nutrition and its impact on cancer
- Healthy eating ideas
- Debunking nutrition and cancer myths
Open to all BC Cancer patients and their support person(s). Sessions can be attended individually or as a series. Space is limited. Please call 250-712-3963 to register.
