Education and Patient Support
Through our robust Integrative Medicine Program, we offer a variety of services, as well as group classes and support groups, to nurture the mind, body and spirit. These programs are designed to support your well-being throughout every step of your cancer journey.
The following group classes are held in the Yoga Room at the Disney Family Cancer Center:
- Tai Chi
- Yoga 4 Cancer
- Yoga for Relaxation
- Yoga Stretch
- Basic Yoga
We offer the following group classes live via Zoom:
- Yoga for Cancer
- Gentle Yoga
- Chair Yoga
All classes are open to the community at a cost of $12 per class. Bundle purchases are available. Classes are free for new Thrivorship participants.
Our free wellness workshops include:
- Art Expressions Workshop – Offered quarterly.
- Healthy Weight Workshop – Eight-week workshops offered quarterly via Zoom.
- Nutrition Talks with a Dietitian – Different nutrition topics offered every month via Zoom.
- Providence patients in active treatment
- Providence patients who have recently completed treatment
- The patient’s caregiver/support person (companion of choice)
To learn more about classes and the Thrivorship Program, call 818-748-4701 or email thrivors@providence.org.
Nutrition consultations with a registered dietitian are available at no cost for Providence patients with a cancer diagnosis who are currently in treatment (or recently completed treatment within the past year).
Located on the 2nd floor of the Disney Family Cancer Center, the Boutique & Appearance Center offers various gifts, unique treasures and comforting products for patients undergoing treatment. Snacks and teas are also available for purchase.
In addition, we offer free beauty services such as haircuts, styling and consultation, and wig selection and fittings. Manicures are offered by talented Beauty Bus stylists on Wednesdays (by appointment only).
To learn more about nutritional counseling or the Boutique & Appearance Center, call us at 818-748-4701 or email thrivors@providence.org.
Offered at no cost to current Providence patients with a cancer diagnosis, our licensed clinical social worker is available to:
- Help you adjust to changes in your lifestyle.
- Address transportation concerns/needs.
- Assist with accessing community resources.
- Be a connection between you and your provider.
- Provide information on disability, FMLA, PFL, IHSS and more.
To book an appointment, call 818-847-3302.
Our “Living with Cancer” support group is an opportunity to interact with other people who have similar, first-hand experiences with cancer. With group support we aim to regain a sense of control, discuss practical information, and reduce feelings of helplessness, stress or anxiety associated with cancer diagnosis and treatments.
Participants learn about supportive services, valuable resources and options; and explore ways to communicate with health care providers, friends and family members.
When: 1–2:30 p.m. on the 4th Friday of the month (November and December meetings are held earlier in the month).
Where: Disney Family Cancer Center, 2nd floor conference room
For questions or to confirm dates, call 818-847-3302.
At the Disney Family Cancer Center (DFCC) we have taken great care to include patient support services to make life easier during and after treatment. Patients can:
- Receive advice from a dietitian on how to eat well
- Consult with a physical therapist on how to get back to your normal activity levels
- Explore techniques to reduce stress and learn how to relax through many different mind-body programs
- Alleviate residual side effects from treatment, through acupuncture or massage.
For most cancer types, our survivorship program also includes a comprehensive summary document of the treatment you have received at the DFCC so that you and your doctors will know exactly what treatment was received and what your long‑term follow‑up plans are.