Tag: Cancer Services of Northeast Indiana
Loving Your Tummy
11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., June 18
2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m., June 30
Do you ever experience digestive discomfort? You’re not alone! Millions of Americans suffer from indigestion, cramps, acid reflux, bloating, constipation and diarrhea. Luckily, there are specific foods that can help with many of these common digestive complaints and may help trim your waistline at the same time. Choose one of three available dates to attend this workshop where you will learn how common foods such as garlic, onions, apples and plums may be causing your digestive system undue stress. While other foods such as spinach, tomatoes, blueberries and strawberries may help keep your digestive system humming along. Join us to learn some quick tips for good digestion and sample recipes. Presented by Sue Delegrange, M.S., R.D., CSSD
Unless otherwise noted, programs are free, open to the public and held in our Healing Arts Center, 6316 Mutual Drive, Fort Wayne, IN 46825. Please call 484-9560 or toll free 866-484-9560 for more information or to reserve a seat.
2015 Lapper and Survivors Day Recap
Thank you to everyone who sponsored, donated, volunteered or participated in Lapper and Survivors Day 2015! Due to the generosity of many, we were able to raise over $60,000 which will help provide programs and services to people with cancer in our community.
Dragon Boat Races!
The inaugural Fort Wayne Dragon Boat races are coming to River Palooza. Proceeds will benefit Cancer Services.
Opening Ceremonies:
6 p.m.
Friday, May 29, 2015
Headwaters Park West, 330 S. Clinton St.
Be sure to visit the Cancer Services booth where you can purchase a flower in honor of a friend or loved one to float in the river.
Race Day:
9:00 – 5:00 p.m.
Saturday, May 30, 2015
Headwaters Park West, 330 S. Clinton St.
Races run from Wells Street Bridge to Harrison Street Bridge
There will be live music and entertainment, food trucks, souvenirs, a kid’s play area, face painting and games. Please visit www.riverpaloozafw.org for more information and maps showing where to park.
The Big “O” and the Big “C”: 201 Intimacy Enhancers
6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m., Thursday May 28
Please join us for a second educational workshop on intimacy and
cancer. Jen Fecher, a knowledgeable educator at Boudoir Noir’s School of Loving Arts, will share ways to improve intimacy and pleasure during and after cancer treatment. She will also discuss specific products available to enhance your intimate relationship. There will be plenty of time to ask questions and gain helpful ideas for new things to try.
Unless otherwise noted, programs are free, open to the public and held in our Healing Arts Center, 6316 Mutual Drive, Fort Wayne, IN 46825. Please call 484-9560 or toll free 866-484-9560 for more information or to reserve a seat.
Bust a Move video series Part 10: Kathy Minnich, artist
The big event is tomorrow! If you haven’t gotten your tickets for Bust a Move yet, there are a few remaining online. Get yours today as tickets will NOT be available at the door.
Today’s video features artist Kathy Minnich talking about why this project is meaningful to her. Check it out and the other videos on our YouTube channel. See you tomorrow!
Bust a Move video series Part 9: Ann Stuckey
This week, we are releasing a new video everyday to help promote the big event this Friday. Bust a Move brings breast cancer survivors, artists, and cancer community members together to celebrate their triumph and remember the struggles they’ve experienced.
Ann is one of the castees for this year’s Bust A Move, a fundraiser for women with breast cancer in our community on 10/4 at the Fort Wayne Museum of Art. Tickets are available here: https://bustamove2013.eventbrite.com/
Bust a Move video series Part 5: Shad Igney, artist
This video is part of a series on our YouTube channel promoting this year’s Bust a Move event that brings breast cancer survivors, artists, and cancer community members together to celebrate their triumph and remember the struggles they’ve experienced.
Shad is one of the artist for this year’s Bust A Move, a fundraiser for women with breast cancer in our community on 10/4 at the Fort Wayne Museum of Art. Tickets are available here: https://bustamove2013.eventbrite.com/
Bust a Move video series Part 3: Lori Donovan
This video is part of a series on our YouTube channel promoting this year’s Bust a Move event that brings breast cancer survivors, artists, and cancer community members together to celebrate their triumph and remember the struggles they’ve experienced.
Lori is one of the castees for this year’s Bust A Move, a fundraiser for women with breast cancer in our community on 10/4 at the Fort Wayne Museum of Art. Tickets are available here: https://bustamove2013.eventbrite.com/
Bust a Move video series, Part 2: Emily Blossom
This video is part of a series on our YouTube channel promoting this year’s Bust a Move event that brings breast cancer survivors, artists, and cancer community members together to celebrate their triumph and remember the struggles they’ve experienced.
Emily is one of the artist for this year’s Bust A Move, a fundraiser for women with breast cancer in our community on 10/4 at the Fort Wayne Museum of Art. Tickets are available here: https://bustamove2013.eventbrite.com/
Thank you Dare to Dream Day Camp
On Saturday, Dare to Dream Youth Ranch hosted a day camp for children with cancer in partnership with our organization. The children and their families enjoyed a day of horseback riding, games, and ranch experiences.
This partnership gave these brave kids and their families the opportunity to do fun activities that enrich their experience and build emotional strength for the challenges they face. Cancer Services is committed to making a positive impact on the lives of these families in a number of ways, and this day camp is just one of them. It was a special day.
Bret Procise, Executive Board Member and Founder at Dare to Dream Youth Ranch, says, “This day camp is exactly why we do what we do here at the Ranch, and is right in line with our mission to encourage children, heal horses, build the family and spread the message of hope.”