Every year the MWCABC Outreach Program is proud to partner with community providers to offer various wellness programs free of charge to its recipients facing a breast cancer diagnosis. The 2024 grants awarded to our partners in support of breast cancer recovery and survivorship are as follows:
Programs that run January to December:
Adelphi NY Statewide Breast Cancer Hotline & Support Program
✿ Provides transportation and food to needy clients to insure patient compliance with medical treatment.
CancerCare Breast Cancer Services of Long Island
✿ Individual Counseling and Live and Online Support Groups Services
Services are provided to assist individuals affected by breast cancer to cope with and manage the emotional and practical challenges presented by a breast cancer diagnosis, find reliable sources of information about their diagnosis and learn ways to better express their needs to their healthcare team.
Northwell Health
✿ Integrative Therapies at Monter Cancer Center
Provided to patients receiving chemotherapy, helps to lessen the pain of peripheral neuropathies, lower blood pressure, combat depression and reduce anxiety and fatigue.
✿ Breast Cancer Navigation and the Survivorship Program
A program designed to deliver comprehensive care to breast cancer patients from diagnosis through post treatment survivorship.
Sid Jacobson Jewish Community Center (JCC)
✿ Support/Exercise Group
For women with breast and other gynecological cancers, exercise is an effective intervention to improve quality of life and cardiorespiratory fitness.
Programs that run either once a year or several times a year:
Berest Dance Center
✿ Ballet For Recuperation
Improves Neuropathy symptoms.
Dates: March 10, 17 & 24 at 9:30 am and March 30th on Zoom at 9:30 am
Lean on Me Breast Cancer Network, Inc.
✿ Serenity Wellness Retreat Day
A day designed to introduce women to unique coping strategies they might not have previously used
Date: TBD
Northwell Health
✿ Palliative Care Outreach Program
Funding towards a travel grant to attend an in-person national palliative care conference scheduled to be held in Phoenix, Arizona, that will advance the professional development of staff and enhance the care of their patients.
Date: March 20-23, 2024
Sid Jacobson Jewish Community Center (JCC)
✿ Relax, Renew & Restore Retreat
A retreat designed to give breast/gynecologic cancer survivors and their caregivers a "vacation from cancer", even if it's for a brief few hours.
Date: TBD
Strength for Life
✿ Strength for Life Weekend Wellness Retreat
A retreat designed to help cancer patients and survivors improve their daily functional activities, quality of life & self esteem.
Dates: August 17th - 18th & December 14th - 15th
The Cancer Institute at St. Francis Hospital
✿ The Picture of Health - Art Therapy Program for Cancer Patients and Caregivers
Helps to decrease anxiety, promote relaxation and express emotions.
Dates: TBD
✿ Journaling Club - A Program for Cancer Patients and Caregivers
Group and individual sessions to explore themes related to resilience, healing & restorative experiences.
Dates: TBD
✿ Gardening Club - A Program for Cancer Patients and Caregivers
Exploring the curative benefits of nature with both on site and take home gardening activities for their patients.
Dates: TBD
✿ Nutrition and Cooking Programs
Cooking is therapeutic and a great way for patients and caregivers to gain a sense of control during an unsettled time.
Dates: TBD
Please see our EVENT CALENDAR for a full list of our Outreach Wellness Programs along with our partners' programming relevant to our mission.
4-Week Creative Arts Workshop
4-Week Creative Arts Workshop
Thursdays 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
April 13, April 20, April 27, May 4, 2023
This online workshop will accommodate only 20 members.
You must register by March 31, 2023 to attend this workshop.
All members must commit to attending the entire 4-week workshop.
REGISTRATION
call Angela M. Papalia, LMSW at (516) 877-4329
or email apapalia@adelphi.edu
Our (4) week creative arts workshops empower participants to express themselves using art. This therapeutic program offers a safe place to communicate your thoughts, feelings, concerns, problems, hopes and dreams. Our professional staff will guide you through different exercises and discussions helping you to find ways to gain personal insight and develop new coping skills. Our Spring Into Wellness workshop will focus on the importance of taking care of yourself and making positive changes to your lifestyle to promote health and well-being.
All four of our sessions will start with a relaxation/breathing exercise. We will then complete several creative projects focusing on wellness. Wellness includes our physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, social and environmental health that contribute to our overall wellbeing. Learn how to incorporate healthy habits on a daily basis to attain better physical and mental health outcomes, so that instead of just surviving, you’re thriving.
WORKSHOP REQUIREMENTS:
Participants will need computer access with a camera, microphone, and internet.
Each participant will receive a package in the mail containing:
A printed packet outlining each session;
Printed sheets needed for activities;
The zoom link for the workshop;
Art Supplies
*Some additional supplies will be needed. These are everyday items you may already have at home. Your packet will list everything needed for each session.
This workshop will be facilitated by Angela M. Papalia, LMSW, Assistant Director for the Adelphi Breast Cancer Program along with Kimberly Newman, BFA, Communications and Marketing Coordinator for the Adelphi Breast Cancer Program.
All groups are free but registration is required.
For information, questions and to register,
call Angela M. Papalia, LMSW at (516) 877-4329
or email apapalia@adelphi.edu
breast-cancer.adelphi.edu
STRENGTH FOR LIFE NY
Free Exercise Classes on Mondays
NYU Langone Mineola
4:15pm - 5:15pm
5:15pm - 6:30pm
Northwell Zuckerberg Cancer Center Lakeville
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Strength For Life offers free weekly exercise classes for cancer patients, survivors and thrivers. Classes are open to all who have been diagnosed with any type of cancer regardless of treatment status and are appropriate for all fitness levels.
From your desktop use the link below to register.
STRENGTH FOR LIFE NY
Free Exercise Classes on Mondays
NYU Langone Mineola
4:15pm - 5:15pm
5:15pm - 6:30pm
Northwell Zuckerberg Cancer Center Lakeville
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Strength For Life offers free weekly exercise classes for cancer patients, survivors and thrivers. Classes are open to all who have been diagnosed with any type of cancer regardless of treatment status and are appropriate for all fitness levels.
From your desktop use the link below to register.
STRENGTH FOR LIFE NY
Free Exercise Classes on Mondays
NYU Langone Mineola
4:15pm - 5:15pm
5:15pm - 6:30pm
Northwell Zuckerberg Cancer Center Lakeville
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Strength For Life offers free weekly exercise classes for cancer patients, survivors and thrivers. Classes are open to all who have been diagnosed with any type of cancer regardless of treatment status and are appropriate for all fitness levels.
From your desktop use the link below to register.
WEEKEND WELLNESS RETREAT
Strength For Life, a non profit organization, provides FREE Weekend Wellness Retreats to cancer patients and survivors. All Wellness
retreats take place at the Hyatt Regency in Hauppauge, NY and includes all meals, classes and overnight accommodations. Guests will take part in activities such as yoga, exercise, nutrition and sound healing while connecting with fellow cancer thrivers for a relaxing, informative, FUN weekend!
2024 Retreats:
February 3 - 4th - FULL
March 16 - 17th - FULL
August 17 - 18th - Register Now
December 14 - 15th - Register Now
Retreats book up quickly so Register NOW at:
strengthforlifeNY.org or call 631.675.6513
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STRENGTH FOR LIFE NY
Free Exercise Classes on Mondays
NYU Langone Mineola
4:15pm - 5:15pm
5:15pm - 6:30pm
Northwell Zuckerberg Cancer Center Lakeville
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Strength For Life offers free weekly exercise classes for cancer patients, survivors and thrivers. Classes are open to all who have been diagnosed with any type of cancer regardless of treatment status and are appropriate for all fitness levels.
From your desktop use the link below to register.
4-Week Creative Arts Workshop
4-Week Creative Arts Workshop
Thursdays 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
April 13, April 20, April 27, May 4, 2023
This online workshop will accommodate only 20 members.
You must register by March 31, 2023 to attend this workshop.
All members must commit to attending the entire 4-week workshop.
REGISTRATION
call Angela M. Papalia, LMSW at (516) 877-4329
or email apapalia@adelphi.edu
Our (4) week creative arts workshops empower participants to express themselves using art. This therapeutic program offers a safe place to communicate your thoughts, feelings, concerns, problems, hopes and dreams. Our professional staff will guide you through different exercises and discussions helping you to find ways to gain personal insight and develop new coping skills. Our Spring Into Wellness workshop will focus on the importance of taking care of yourself and making positive changes to your lifestyle to promote health and well-being.
All four of our sessions will start with a relaxation/breathing exercise. We will then complete several creative projects focusing on wellness. Wellness includes our physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, social and environmental health that contribute to our overall wellbeing. Learn how to incorporate healthy habits on a daily basis to attain better physical and mental health outcomes, so that instead of just surviving, you’re thriving.
WORKSHOP REQUIREMENTS:
Participants will need computer access with a camera, microphone, and internet.
Each participant will receive a package in the mail containing:
A printed packet outlining each session;
Printed sheets needed for activities;
The zoom link for the workshop;
Art Supplies
*Some additional supplies will be needed. These are everyday items you may already have at home. Your packet will list everything needed for each session.
This workshop will be facilitated by Angela M. Papalia, LMSW, Assistant Director for the Adelphi Breast Cancer Program along with Kimberly Newman, BFA, Communications and Marketing Coordinator for the Adelphi Breast Cancer Program.
All groups are free but registration is required.
For information, questions and to register,
call Angela M. Papalia, LMSW at (516) 877-4329
or email apapalia@adelphi.edu
breast-cancer.adelphi.edu
STRENGTH FOR LIFE NY
Free Exercise Classes on Mondays
NYU Langone Mineola
4:15pm - 5:15pm
5:15pm - 6:30pm
Northwell Zuckerberg Cancer Center Lakeville
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Strength For Life offers free weekly exercise classes for cancer patients, survivors and thrivers. Classes are open to all who have been diagnosed with any type of cancer regardless of treatment status and are appropriate for all fitness levels.
From your desktop use the link below to register.
STRENGTH FOR LIFE NY
Free Exercise Classes on Mondays
NYU Langone Mineola
4:15pm - 5:15pm
5:15pm - 6:30pm
Northwell Zuckerberg Cancer Center Lakeville
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Strength For Life offers free weekly exercise classes for cancer patients, survivors and thrivers. Classes are open to all who have been diagnosed with any type of cancer regardless of treatment status and are appropriate for all fitness levels.
From your desktop use the link below to register.
STRENGTH FOR LIFE NY
Free Exercise Classes on Mondays
NYU Langone Mineola
4:15pm - 5:15pm
5:15pm - 6:30pm
Northwell Zuckerberg Cancer Center Lakeville
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Strength For Life offers free weekly exercise classes for cancer patients, survivors and thrivers. Classes are open to all who have been diagnosed with any type of cancer regardless of treatment status and are appropriate for all fitness levels.
From your desktop use the link below to register.
YOGA FOR CANCER
Join Sharsheret for the kick-off to a 6 class weekly zoom series, to relax and feel rejuvenated through movement This yoga series is catered to those affected by cancer and led by yoga teacher and coach Emily Elizabeth Steinberg. Health and wellness is important for anyone, especially those facing cancer. These classes will help you bring awareness to your own body. If you have a mat or towel, along with 2 to 4 yoga blocks, this can help the practice.
Wednesdays: 5/31, 6/7, 6/14, 6/21, 6/28, 7/5 & 7/12
STRENGTH FOR LIFE NY
Free Exercise Classes on Mondays
NYU Langone Mineola
4:15pm - 5:15pm
5:15pm - 6:30pm
Northwell Zuckerberg Cancer Center Lakeville
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Strength For Life offers free weekly exercise classes for cancer patients, survivors and thrivers. Classes are open to all who have been diagnosed with any type of cancer regardless of treatment status and are appropriate for all fitness levels.
From your desktop use the link below to register.
4-Week Creative Arts Workshop
4-Week Creative Arts Workshop
Thursdays 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
April 13, April 20, April 27, May 4, 2023
This online workshop will accommodate only 20 members.
You must register by March 31, 2023 to attend this workshop.
All members must commit to attending the entire 4-week workshop.
REGISTRATION
call Angela M. Papalia, LMSW at (516) 877-4329
or email apapalia@adelphi.edu
Our (4) week creative arts workshops empower participants to express themselves using art. This therapeutic program offers a safe place to communicate your thoughts, feelings, concerns, problems, hopes and dreams. Our professional staff will guide you through different exercises and discussions helping you to find ways to gain personal insight and develop new coping skills. Our Spring Into Wellness workshop will focus on the importance of taking care of yourself and making positive changes to your lifestyle to promote health and well-being.
All four of our sessions will start with a relaxation/breathing exercise. We will then complete several creative projects focusing on wellness. Wellness includes our physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, social and environmental health that contribute to our overall wellbeing. Learn how to incorporate healthy habits on a daily basis to attain better physical and mental health outcomes, so that instead of just surviving, you’re thriving.
WORKSHOP REQUIREMENTS:
Participants will need computer access with a camera, microphone, and internet.
Each participant will receive a package in the mail containing:
A printed packet outlining each session;
Printed sheets needed for activities;
The zoom link for the workshop;
Art Supplies
*Some additional supplies will be needed. These are everyday items you may already have at home. Your packet will list everything needed for each session.
This workshop will be facilitated by Angela M. Papalia, LMSW, Assistant Director for the Adelphi Breast Cancer Program along with Kimberly Newman, BFA, Communications and Marketing Coordinator for the Adelphi Breast Cancer Program.
All groups are free but registration is required.
For information, questions and to register,
call Angela M. Papalia, LMSW at (516) 877-4329
or email apapalia@adelphi.edu
breast-cancer.adelphi.edu
STRENGTH FOR LIFE NY
Free Exercise Classes on Mondays
NYU Langone Mineola
4:15pm - 5:15pm
5:15pm - 6:30pm
Northwell Zuckerberg Cancer Center Lakeville
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Strength For Life offers free weekly exercise classes for cancer patients, survivors and thrivers. Classes are open to all who have been diagnosed with any type of cancer regardless of treatment status and are appropriate for all fitness levels.
From your desktop use the link below to register.
STRENGTH FOR LIFE NY
Free Exercise Classes on Mondays
NYU Langone Mineola
4:15pm - 5:15pm
5:15pm - 6:30pm
Northwell Zuckerberg Cancer Center Lakeville
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Strength For Life offers free weekly exercise classes for cancer patients, survivors and thrivers. Classes are open to all who have been diagnosed with any type of cancer regardless of treatment status and are appropriate for all fitness levels.
From your desktop use the link below to register.
STRENGTH FOR LIFE NY
Free Exercise Classes on Mondays
NYU Langone Mineola
4:15pm - 5:15pm
5:15pm - 6:30pm
Northwell Zuckerberg Cancer Center Lakeville
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Strength For Life offers free weekly exercise classes for cancer patients, survivors and thrivers. Classes are open to all who have been diagnosed with any type of cancer regardless of treatment status and are appropriate for all fitness levels.
From your desktop use the link below to register.
STRENGTH FOR LIFE NY
Free Exercise Classes on Mondays
NYU Langone Mineola
4:15pm - 5:15pm
5:15pm - 6:30pm
Northwell Zuckerberg Cancer Center Lakeville
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Strength For Life offers free weekly exercise classes for cancer patients, survivors and thrivers. Classes are open to all who have been diagnosed with any type of cancer regardless of treatment status and are appropriate for all fitness levels.
From your desktop use the link below to register.
4-Week Creative Arts Workshop
4-Week Creative Arts Workshop
Thursdays 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
April 13, April 20, April 27, May 4, 2023
This online workshop will accommodate only 20 members.
You must register by March 31, 2023 to attend this workshop.
All members must commit to attending the entire 4-week workshop.
REGISTRATION
call Angela M. Papalia, LMSW at (516) 877-4329
or email apapalia@adelphi.edu
Our (4) week creative arts workshops empower participants to express themselves using art. This therapeutic program offers a safe place to communicate your thoughts, feelings, concerns, problems, hopes and dreams. Our professional staff will guide you through different exercises and discussions helping you to find ways to gain personal insight and develop new coping skills. Our Spring Into Wellness workshop will focus on the importance of taking care of yourself and making positive changes to your lifestyle to promote health and well-being.
All four of our sessions will start with a relaxation/breathing exercise. We will then complete several creative projects focusing on wellness. Wellness includes our physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, social and environmental health that contribute to our overall wellbeing. Learn how to incorporate healthy habits on a daily basis to attain better physical and mental health outcomes, so that instead of just surviving, you’re thriving.
WORKSHOP REQUIREMENTS:
Participants will need computer access with a camera, microphone, and internet.
Each participant will receive a package in the mail containing:
A printed packet outlining each session;
Printed sheets needed for activities;
The zoom link for the workshop;
Art Supplies
*Some additional supplies will be needed. These are everyday items you may already have at home. Your packet will list everything needed for each session.
This workshop will be facilitated by Angela M. Papalia, LMSW, Assistant Director for the Adelphi Breast Cancer Program along with Kimberly Newman, BFA, Communications and Marketing Coordinator for the Adelphi Breast Cancer Program.
All groups are free but registration is required.
For information, questions and to register,
call Angela M. Papalia, LMSW at (516) 877-4329
or email apapalia@adelphi.edu
breast-cancer.adelphi.edu
STRENGTH FOR LIFE NY
Free Exercise Classes on Mondays
NYU Langone Mineola
4:15pm - 5:15pm
5:15pm - 6:30pm
Northwell Zuckerberg Cancer Center Lakeville
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Strength For Life offers free weekly exercise classes for cancer patients, survivors and thrivers. Classes are open to all who have been diagnosed with any type of cancer regardless of treatment status and are appropriate for all fitness levels.
From your desktop use the link below to register.
STRENGTH FOR LIFE NY
Free Exercise Classes on Mondays
NYU Langone Mineola
4:15pm - 5:15pm
5:15pm - 6:30pm
Northwell Zuckerberg Cancer Center Lakeville
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Strength For Life offers free weekly exercise classes for cancer patients, survivors and thrivers. Classes are open to all who have been diagnosed with any type of cancer regardless of treatment status and are appropriate for all fitness levels.
From your desktop use the link below to register.
YOGA FOR CANCER
Join Sharsheret for the kick-off to a 6 class weekly zoom series, to relax and feel rejuvenated through movement This yoga series is catered to those affected by cancer and led by yoga teacher and coach Emily Elizabeth Steinberg. Health and wellness is important for anyone, especially those facing cancer. These classes will help you bring awareness to your own body. If you have a mat or towel, along with 2 to 4 yoga blocks, this can help the practice.
Wednesdays: 5/31, 6/7, 6/14, 6/21, 6/28, 7/5 & 7/12
STRENGTH FOR LIFE NY
Free Exercise Classes on Mondays
NYU Langone Mineola
4:15pm - 5:15pm
5:15pm - 6:30pm
Northwell Zuckerberg Cancer Center Lakeville
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Strength For Life offers free weekly exercise classes for cancer patients, survivors and thrivers. Classes are open to all who have been diagnosed with any type of cancer regardless of treatment status and are appropriate for all fitness levels.
From your desktop use the link below to register.
STRENGTH FOR LIFE NY
Free Exercise Classes on Mondays
NYU Langone Mineola
4:15pm - 5:15pm
5:15pm - 6:30pm
Northwell Zuckerberg Cancer Center Lakeville
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Strength For Life offers free weekly exercise classes for cancer patients, survivors and thrivers. Classes are open to all who have been diagnosed with any type of cancer regardless of treatment status and are appropriate for all fitness levels.
From your desktop use the link below to register.
4-Week Creative Arts Workshop
4-Week Creative Arts Workshop
Thursdays 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
April 13, April 20, April 27, May 4, 2023
This online workshop will accommodate only 20 members.
You must register by March 31, 2023 to attend this workshop.
All members must commit to attending the entire 4-week workshop.
REGISTRATION
call Angela M. Papalia, LMSW at (516) 877-4329
or email apapalia@adelphi.edu
Our (4) week creative arts workshops empower participants to express themselves using art. This therapeutic program offers a safe place to communicate your thoughts, feelings, concerns, problems, hopes and dreams. Our professional staff will guide you through different exercises and discussions helping you to find ways to gain personal insight and develop new coping skills. Our Spring Into Wellness workshop will focus on the importance of taking care of yourself and making positive changes to your lifestyle to promote health and well-being.
All four of our sessions will start with a relaxation/breathing exercise. We will then complete several creative projects focusing on wellness. Wellness includes our physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, social and environmental health that contribute to our overall wellbeing. Learn how to incorporate healthy habits on a daily basis to attain better physical and mental health outcomes, so that instead of just surviving, you’re thriving.
WORKSHOP REQUIREMENTS:
Participants will need computer access with a camera, microphone, and internet.
Each participant will receive a package in the mail containing:
A printed packet outlining each session;
Printed sheets needed for activities;
The zoom link for the workshop;
Art Supplies
*Some additional supplies will be needed. These are everyday items you may already have at home. Your packet will list everything needed for each session.
This workshop will be facilitated by Angela M. Papalia, LMSW, Assistant Director for the Adelphi Breast Cancer Program along with Kimberly Newman, BFA, Communications and Marketing Coordinator for the Adelphi Breast Cancer Program.
All groups are free but registration is required.
For information, questions and to register,
call Angela M. Papalia, LMSW at (516) 877-4329
or email apapalia@adelphi.edu
breast-cancer.adelphi.edu
STRENGTH FOR LIFE NY
Free Exercise Classes on Mondays
NYU Langone Mineola
4:15pm - 5:15pm
5:15pm - 6:30pm
Northwell Zuckerberg Cancer Center Lakeville
6:30pm - 7:30pm
Strength For Life offers free weekly exercise classes for cancer patients, survivors and thrivers. Classes are open to all who have been diagnosed with any type of cancer regardless of treatment status and are appropriate for all fitness levels.
From your desktop use the link below to register.
