If you are a patient or a family member who has been touched by cancer, take some time to check out this resource. The website contains information on webcasts and retreats that are being offered as well as a host of other information.The website is: http://www.healingandcancer.tv/
The site is facilitated by Dr. Rob Rutledge, MD, a radiation oncologist at Dalhousie University Nova Scotia Cancer Centre and Dr. Timothy Walker, PhD, who is a psychotherapist, teacher, and works with Eastwind Stress Reduction. Their book, The Healing Circle, is also available for purchase on their site.
Beginning on January 15th at 3 pm PST, they are offering weekly "Skills for Healing" cancer webcasts. These webcasts will include information on how to get complete cancer care, healing skills like mindfulness and meditation, techniques such as visualization, body scan and Yoga as well as home practices for healing. These webcasts are free to anyone affected by a blood cancer or related condition.
I find it so encouraging to see the wide range of resources springing up on the internet related to both patients and caregivers. While in-person groups work well for some people, participating anonymously on line or being able to access information in the privacy of their own home helps more people get the support they need. I am always happy to support programs like this.
