Classes & Workshops
Well-informed patients are better equipped to navigate the challenging
journey through cancer treatment and recovery. That is why Hoag offers
a wide array of free educational programs to support cancer patients in
their quest for knowledge.
In addition to the cancer education programs listed below, Hoag offers
a variety of support groups designed for cancer patients and their families.
Irvine Support Groups
Newport Beach.Support Groups
We invite all newly diagnosed breast cancer patients to attend this special
educational class designed to address the unique concerns of the newly
diagnosed breast cancer patient. Learn about the support and resources
available at Hoag and in the community. Offered in Irvine the first Tuesday
of each month from 12-1:30 p.m. and Newport Beach the third Thursday from
2-3:30 p.m. Feel free to bring an adult support person with you.
General Hoag Family Cancer Institute Orientation
Recently diagnosed with cancer?
Join us for an informative orientation to Hoag Family Cancer Institute, discussing
treatment areas, support services and other resources on how to connect
with the Hoag team.
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These unique workshops provide an important avenue for achieving well-being
and improved quality of life.
Art & Creativity for Healing: Expressing Feelings with Color - This workshop provides a structured approach of guided art exercises
designed to elicit a creative response that encourages the release of
stress, grief, anger and many other emotions.
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Caregiver Support - Caregivers are the pillar of strength that an individual going through
cancer leans upon. These individuals often place most or all of their
attention on their loved one going through treatment, and very little
on themselves. Attached is a flyer of resources available to the caregiver,
offering ways to reconnect and take time to get the support needed through
the cancer journey.
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CLIMB® Program - Talking to kids about cancer can be difficult. That's why Hoag offers
a special support group for children called CLIMB® (Children’s Lives Include Moments of Bravery). This free, six-week
program, developed by
The Children's Treehouse Foundation, provides emotional support to children who have a parent or caregiver
with cancer. The CLIMB® program at Hoag offers 2-hour group meetings each week consecutively for
6 weeks for children between the ages of 7 and 12.
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Creative Expressions Art Program – This program is based on the idea that the creative process of
art can enhance one's quality of life. Workshops are held quarterly
and utilize different art mediums at each meeting. No skillset required,
all patients and their family and support are welcome.
Registration required, please call 949-722-6237 to
register.
Dayan Qigong: Mind-Body Care for Cancer Patients - Qigong is a complementary health practice to aid in self-healing, maintain
health and achieve longevity. Classes are offered at Hoag Cancer Center Irvine.
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Fatigue 101 - Provided in collaboration with Hoag
Rehabilitation Services, Fatigue 101 discusses fatigue management—from a physical, emotional
and spiritual perspective. This class offers tools to help deal with cancer-related
fatigue, including guidance on the contributing factors and methods to
address the specific source of fatigue. Class content will be focused
on physical, lifestyle, emotional and social influences.
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Free-Flow Writing Workshop – A workshop designed to teach writing techniques for reducing stress
and anxiety.
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Grief Recovery Series - Join us for an 8 week series that provides a safe environment for you
to look at your old beliefs about dealing with loss, which losses have
affected your life and take actions that will lead you to complete unresolved
emotions that may still be causing you pain.
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HealthRHYTHMS Drum Circle –
Join us to try a new alternative therapy for reducing stress and strengthening
your immune system.
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Healthy Eating Classes - Join us for a healthy
cooking class for cancer patients, survivors and caregivers. This interactive and educational
program will consist of a cooking demonstration, with tasters and take
home recipes, addressing nutrition and healthy cooking for cancer survivors,
families and the community.
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Healthy Eating Class: Global Recipes - Join us a for a special cooking class that focuses on Japanese, Korean
and Middle Eastern recipes. The class will include a cooking demonstration,
with tasters and take home recipes, addressing nutrition and healthy cooking
for cancer survivors.
Lymphedema Workshop – An educational workshop provided by Lymphedema specialist Leslie Craner.
The workshop is held the first Tuesday of each month in the Hoag Newport
Beach Cancer Center, Conference Room A from 2-3 p.m.
Meal Planning 101 - Join Hoag Family Cancer Institute dietitians for a class that will help
with meal planning essentials, including portion control, incorporating
adequate amounts of fruits and vegetables into daily meals, staying within
your calorie levels and more.
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Meditation and Guided Imagery – A workshop designed to teach basic meditation techniques for reducing
stress and anxiety. The group meets the fourth Tuesday of each month from
1-1:45 p.m. in the Hoag Newport Beach Cancer Center Auditorium, and on
the first Wednesday of each month from 11-11:45 a.m. at Hoag Cancer Center
Irvine in the Healy Family Conference Room.
Reiki - Reiki is offered as a complementary therapy to support your medical treatment
by eliciting the relaxation response enhancing wellness on mental, emotional,
physical and spiritual levels. After a Reiki session people often say
they have more energy and feel peaceful. Reiki classes are held the first
and third Friday of each month at Hoag Newport Beach Cancer Center, and
the second and fourth Friday of the month at Hoag Irvine Cancer Center.
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Spirituality Series - Join us for conversation and creative expression to mindfully explore
the hidden wholeness of our souls. Topics include: solitude, the power
of story, the gift of emptiness, and hospitality. The series is open to
patients, families, caregivers and staff.
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Stress Management 101 - Provides coping strategies and tools to reduce stress, providing a greater
overall quality of life. This Stress Management workshop provides education
and interactive coping mechanisms such as mindfulness, breathing/relaxation
techniques, goal setting and more.
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