Mind, Body & Spirit programs are designed to help reduce stress and improve coping in the midst of a cancer diagnosis. Mindfulness, meditation, expressive arts, relaxation therapies and the healing garden offer powerful ways to help participants cope, find comfort and heal.

Vibrational Sound Therapy 

By appointment only
Sandy LaBianco-Brown, Certified Vibrational Sound Therapist
Vibrational sound therapy is a one-on-one service using Himalayan singing bowls gently placed on the body to promote total relaxation and decrease the effects of stress on the body and mind. The tones and vibrations combine to produce an immediate state of tranquility as sound waves act like a massage for the nervous system.

Reiki

By appointment only
Sandy LaBianco-Brown, Reiki Master, Karen Jendruczek and Linda Herrick, Reiki Practitioners
This one-on-one service is an energetic relaxation therapy that offers stress reduction, mental clarity, relief of pain, improved sleep and other benefits.

Guided Meditation

Wednesdays: May 1, June 5 • 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Audrey Stoppel, BSN, RN, Radiation Oncology, RUSH Copley Medical Center
This guided imagery experience incorporates cleansing breathwork and an array of relaxation techniques designed to balance emotions, decrease physical and psychological distress, and promote the practice of living in the moment.

Reiki For You

Wednesdays: January 31 and February 7 • Noon to 4 p.m.
Sandy LaBianco-Brown, Reiki Master
Reiki is a complementary holistic healing practice that brings balance to the body, mind and spirit. Learn how to offer reiki to yourself and loved ones. Upon completion of both sessions, you will receive your Level I Reiki certificate. Six participants must register for this class to meet.

Giving Back Society

Third Friday: May 17, June 21 • 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Lisa Lapinski
Are you looking for opportunities to pay it forward by helping other cancer patients on the journey? Join the Waterford Place Giving Back Society to brainstorm ideas and participate in activities that make a difference in the cancer community.

Craft and Chat

Second Wednesday: May 8, June 12 • 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Join us to chat, drink tea or coffee and work on your crafting project. Bring your knitting, crochet, needlepoint, coloring or whatever project you are working on. This informal participant gathering is not led by a facilitator.

April Showers Bring May Flowers Bracelet

Tuesday, April 9 • 10:30 to 11:30 a.m.
Sandy LaBianco-Brown, Reiki Master
This flower-inspired beaded bracelet will incorporate spring-colored gemstone beads and gold beads enhanced with gold enamel flowers. Make this bracelet for yourself or for someone else to brighten their day.

HeartMath Meditation

Thursday, May 16 • 1 to 2 p.m.
Thursday, June 20 • 1 to 2 p.m.
Audrey Stoppel, BSN, RN, Radiation Oncology, RUSH Copley Medical Center
Discover HeartMath Meditation, a simple, yet powerful, meditative technique that uses heart-focused breathing to improve clarity, harmony of the mind and body, and balance. It can help you shift your emotional state and calm your mind. The same class is offered each month; choose the date that fits your schedule.

Mixed Media Art Class: Flower and Butterfly Tissue Mosaics

Tuesday, May 28 • 1:30 to 3 p.m.
Barbara Weigand
Learn to “paint” with a mix of media: Crushed colored tissue paper, glue and crayons or watercolor create the most amazing images that simulate a mosaic. Choose a design that’s simple or more complex — the results are always beautiful and so easy to do! Enjoy a
relaxing afternoon of fun and creative experimentation.

Mixed Media Art Class: Back to Basics: Impressions of Summer

Tuesday, June 25 • 1:30 to 3 p.m.
Barbara Weigand
No artists have captured the carefree nature of summer quite like the impressionists. Take inspiration from artists like Claude Monet, Pierre-Auguste Renoir and Georges Seurat to create your own joyful impression of a summer day. Inspirational examples and choice of materials provided. No experience needed.

Bilingual Art Class

Dive into a cultural journey as we invite English-speaking participants to join our Spanish art classes. This will be an opportunity to embrace multicultural experiences and forge connections through the universal language of art. Whether you're a novice or an art enthusiast, come together with fellow learners to create a vibrant, inclusive community that transcends linguistic boundaries. Join us and let the colors, shapes, and stories of art speak to you, no matter what language you speak.

Mixed Media Art Class: Under the Same Moon

Tuesday, April 9 • 6 to 7 p.m.
Erica Arteaga, Program and Administrative Support Coordinator, Waterford Place Cancer Resource Center
Have you ever wanted to bring the moon back home? Now you can! This shiny moon décor will brighten your home. Transform a CD into a beautiful moon. Get your scissors ready for some moonlight fun.

Mixed Media Art Class: Watercolor Landscape

Tuesday, May 14 • 6 to 7 p.m.
Erica Arteaga, Program and Administrative Support Coordinator, Waterford Place Cancer Resource Center
Watercolor art is a great way to relax. It’s simple, fun and easy, and all you need is your imagination to bring a beautiful landscape to life!

Mixed Media Art Class: DYI Journal

Tuesday, June 11 • 6 to 7 p.m.
Erica Arteaga, Program and Administrative Support Coordinator
Rachel Cordova, LMT, Certified Reflexologist
Create handmade journals using a mix of papers and materials. The class will focus on crafting and decorating the cover, selecting interior papers and assembling the journal, providing ample space for journaling, drawing and artwork. Include pockets and tuck spots for photos and memorabilia.