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Survivor Journeys Video Lecture Series: Cancer Survivorship 101 Based in western Massachusetts, Survivor Journeys provides social, emotional, and educational support services to cancer survivors, their families, and caregivers. We invite you to explore Cancer Survivorship 101, a monthly video lecture series from Survivor Journeys, designed to educate the community about factors that play a role before, during, and after…

Legacy Writing Workshop Series Creating a Legacy from Everyday Life April 21, 28, May 54:00 – 5:30 pm on Zoom Please join us for this special three-session legacy writing workshop series hosted by Claire Willis, LICSW. For more information, please see here. Support Facing Cancer Together We rely on your support to sustain our programs

YMCA Virtual Livestrong Program This spring, the YMCA will be offering a Zoom-based Livestrong program for cancer survivors! This 10-week program will begin on April 26, 2021 and is open to YMCA members and nonmembers, free of charge. Please see here for more details. Support Facing Cancer Together We rely on your support to sustain our programs

Workshop for Couples Facing Cancer 4 four-hour sessionsApril 24, 25, May 1, 2, 2021* 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm on Zoom Join Wanda Garner, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, for a four-session workshop for couples facing a cancer diagnosis. For information and registration, see here. * Please note that the time indicated on the flyer is in…

Yoga Class for People with Cancer March 17th, 24th, and 31st @ 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm on Zoom Thanks to funding from Boston Cancer Support’s Randi Friedman Wellness Program, Facing Cancer Together is able to offer Yoga instruction led by Claire Willis, LICSW. Claire will demonstrate and explain gentle Yoga poses and moves that can easily…

You’re invited to Story Night at Facing Cancer Together!Thursday March 4, 2021 @ 7 pm – 8 pm We’re nearing the end of our four-week ‘Intro to Storytelling’ journey — Please join us for a celebratory, inspiring gathering of people sharing themselves via this art form – true, personal stories told live. An adult recital if you…

Intro to storytelling facilitated by Linda Grosser & Claire Willis There are times when we all want to share stories, whether at the dinner table, a job interview, or a social/work gathering. Why not learn how to make your stories more memorable and engaging? No experience necessary! In this 4-week program about the art of storytelling, we…

Too cold outside for exercise… Looking for a fun workout in the comfort of your home? Join fitness professionals Samantha Rinaldi and Linda McDonald in a super fun, virtual fitness event on Saturday, January 30th, at 10am. Linda and Sam have planned a fun 45 minute event great for all levels and ages that includes low…

Our Network of Mutuality As we begin a historic week in which we will honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and begin the Biden-Harris chapter of American history, I’d like to invite our community of hope to pause and reflect on the recent assault on our democracy. As frightening and disturbing as the…

Winter Solstice Celebration Join the FCT community from 7:00 pm – 8:15 pm on Wednesday, December 16th for music, spoken word, and poetry. Together we will celebrate our coming through darkness into light and hope. There is no charge for this wonderful event, but you do need to register by emailing ipinto@facing-cancer.org. The deadline for registration is…