Cancer Wellness Connections was originally designed to provide comfort and care directly into the infusion clinics where women were actively receiving outpatient chemotherapy. Through various activities, our volunteers brought bright spots to treatment times. During the pandemic, we transitioned to virtual programming offering similar support to people in our community impacted by Gynecologic Cancers, helping them connect with wellness and wellbeing. It’s an exciting step to meet people where they are on their cancer journeys and support their social, emotional and physical needs. Because there is more to life than cancer!
Sexual Health During & After Gynecologic Cancers
*Group Session*
Changes in sexual experience are extremely common during and after a cancer diagnosis and treatment. Topics include sexual health education specific to cancer survivors, relaxation training, cultivating self-compassion, improving and healing the relationship with the physical body. Led by Dr. Pebble Kranz, MD FECSM, a sexual medicine specialist who focuses on the sexual concerns of cancer survivors, and Jessica Janik, LPMFT, a sex and relationship therapist.
Next session Orientation on April 1, 2023, followed by sessions on 4/4,11,18 & 25
Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)
*Group Session* Mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) is an evidence-based program that offers secular, intensive mindfulness training originally designed to assist people with stress, anxiety, depression, and pain. Led by Dr. Michael Krasner and Dr. Patricia Luck of URMC, who combined have over 40 years of experience with thousands of participants.
Offered for those who have experienced Gynecologic Cancer – including a family member or friend who is helping with your healthcare.
Find out more about MBSR & register for an informational virtual orientation below.
Orientation: January 16, 2023
Book Club for Gynecologic Cancer Patients
A virtual book club for people who have experienced gynecologic cancers to connect with and support fellow cancer patients while enjoying a good discussion about a book. Books are provided for FREE by CWC to all participants who need a copy. Our first selection is “Where the Crawdads Sing” by Delia Owens.
Join Book Club Moderator, Emily Hessney Lynch for an encore zoom meeting on Wednesday, January 25, 2023 @ 7:00pm.
SHARING IS CARING: If you know anyone who has been impacted by Gynecologic Cancers and would benefit from our programming, please share this page with them!
Gynecologic Cancers 5k -2022
After a two year hiatus, the race was back and better than ever! A heart felt thank you to all who participated, sponsored and fundraised! Because of you, we can provide programming to support women and families in our community who are dealing with Gynecologic Cancers. Learn More
***Save the date for Saturday, September 9th, 2023 for the 16th Annual Gynecologic Cancers 5k at Monroe Community College***
Last but not Least – a big thank you! Finding the right path to continue to serve the needs of our community – particularly those who are immunocompromised, was an monumental task. Special thanks to Meg Curtis & Sophie Wiktorko, our URMC Urban Fellow Interns, who helped illuminate our way forward. And to all of our donors, sponsors, volunteers and event participants, thank you for your continued support!
Happiest wishes for a healthy and joyful New Year to you and yours!
From your friends at Cancer Wellness Connections
