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This group is an active social group that gathers members to meet, motivate, and support each other. It will promote mental health, emotional health, positivity, and interaction with others in nature. We will meet at Quiet Waters Park in Annapolis.

Facilitated by a Wellness House Volunteer

Join us as members are guided in a gentle morning stretch routinefocused on shaking off the stiffness of the night and the extended periods oflimited movement many of us have been recently experiencing. This class will beled from a seated position in a chair. Please have a strap, belt, or towelavailable for an extra good stretch. Give your body a treat to start your week.

Instructed by certified yoga instructor Leah Saliter

Come join Kathleen as we explore the fundamentals of yoga practice. Class will begin with centering, breathwork and gentle movement to release the day and bring awareness. As we move into traditional poses, modifications will be offered in a safe and supportive environment. Final relaxation and reflection will follow. This is an all-level class designed to help reduce stress, decrease anxiety, and connect to inner peace.

Facilitated by Registered Yoga Instructor, Kathleen James

Come and experience the healing power of horses to transform, empower, and inspire. In this 90-minute group, participants will partner with Emma Rogers, Certified Equine Gestalt Coach, and Angie Burnett, Equine Specialist, to deepen their knowledge of self and harness their innate resilience. Connect with fellow survivors and ground yourself in the here and now with the wisdom of horses. Facilitated by Emma Rogers, LCSW-C, EGC, EOL Doula & Angie Burnett, Barn Manager 

Meets weekly on Wednesday

The class is designed to address the specific needs of cancer patients and survivors. The practice helps mitigate side effects, support the immune system, and reach healthcare guidelines for movement. We use props to assist in helping students develop stability and flexibility and to provide a safe practice. We use the vinyasa flow form of yoga which synchronizes breath and movement with the intention of deepening concentration. We also incorporate mindful breathing which is vital to supporting both the lymphatic and nervous systems. Our goal is to provide an empowering experience to participants.

Facilitated by Stephanie Gaines-Bryant
Registered Yoga Instructor, Owner Radio Yogi Health & Fitness, LLC

Meets the first Wednesday of each month

Being a caregiver can be both an honor and a challenge. This monthly support group provides caregivers the opportunity to share their journey with other caregivers.

Facilitated by Sherry Cormier, PhD

Meets the first and third Thursday

This group is open to all WH members who have suffered the loss of a loved one to cancer. 
Individuals with a very recent loss may not be a good fit for a support group but are encouraged to contact us at admin@annapoliswellnesshouse.org to request appropriate support resources.   

Facilitated by Sally Sellman, NCC, LCPC, HTCP

A monthly support group for individuals currently undergoing any kind of treatment for breast cancer. This group is open to members of all ages and with any stage of a breast cancer diagnosis. Treatment includes recent treatment such as surgery, chemotherapy, or radiation, but also long-term treatment such as hormone therapy. The discussion will be topic-based as determined by the needs of the group at any given time. This group is designed to help breast cancer patients learn from each other through the diversity of experiences each has had related to their unique disease and diagnosis.

Facilitated by Virginia Barnes Ricketts, MS, LCPC 

Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned knitter, this group is designed to bring together fiber enthusiasts of all skill levels. We hope to enhance knitting skills through shared learning, build meaningful connections & give and receive support for each other.

Facilitated by Wellness House Volunteer MaryLynn Willard

This group is an active social group that gathers members to meet, motivate, and support each other. It will promote mental health, emotional health, positivity, and interaction with others in nature. We will meet at Quiet Waters Park in Annapolis.

Facilitated by a Wellness House Volunteer

Join us as members are guided in a gentle morning stretch routinefocused on shaking off the stiffness of the night and the extended periods oflimited movement many of us have been recently experiencing. This class will beled from a seated position in a chair. Please have a strap, belt, or towelavailable for an extra good stretch. Give your body a treat to start your week.

Instructed by certified yoga instructor Leah Saliter

Come join Kathleen as we explore the fundamentals of yoga practice. Class will begin with centering, breathwork and gentle movement to release the day and bring awareness. As we move into traditional poses, modifications will be offered in a safe and supportive environment. Final relaxation and reflection will follow. This is an all-level class designed to help reduce stress, decrease anxiety, and connect to inner peace.

Facilitated by Registered Yoga Instructor, Kathleen James

Meets the second and fourth Monday

This group offers men who are experiencing cancer to connect with each other, normalize the challenges they face, and share strategies that work in meeting those challenges.

Facilitated by Sally Sellman, NCC, LCPC, HTCP

Meets on the second Tuesday of each month

Zentangle® is a portable art that uses simple strokes to create patterns and beautiful designs. This elegant art form blends meditation with drawing. No drawing experience or expertise is needed. This method has been known to increase focus and creativity while mitigating insomnia and anxiety.

Basic Materials Needed:  
pencil, copier paper or drawing paper, fine tip pen where the ink flows (ballpoint is not recommended), Q-Tip

Advanced Materials (if desired): 
Pigma Micron pen/black sizes 01 and 05, Tortillon

Facilitated by Dawn Schulman, CZT (Certified Zentangle® Teacher)

Meets weekly on Tuesday

This evening support group is for anyone who has been diagnosed with cancer at any point in their cancer experience. Facilitated by a licensed counselor, this group is designed for individuals with cancer to connect with one another by sharing information, challenges, celebrations, and feelings surrounding day-to-day life with cancer.

Facilitated by Virginia Barnes Ricketts, MS, LCPC 

Christalene Karaiskakis is well-known in our community for bringing creativity, love and light to the cancer experience. In this therapeutic art time, you may find yourself painting a positive affirmation, meditating as you create a mandala, or laughing with others as she guides you in fund interactive play. 

Facilitated by Christalene Karaiskasis, Visionary Intuitive and WH Volunteer

Meets the second Wednesday of each month

Feel yourself slip into a peaceful, meditative state as the calming sound waves of crystal & Himalayan singing bowls, bells, chimes, and vocal tones surround you. 

Facilitated by Stacee Johnson, 
Yoga & Sound Meditation Teacher

Meets weekly on Wednesday

The class is designed to address the specific needs of cancer patients and survivors. The practice helps mitigate side effects, support the immune system, and reach healthcare guidelines for movement. We use props to assist in helping students develop stability and flexibility and to provide a safe practice. We use the vinyasa flow form of yoga which synchronizes breath and movement with the intention of deepening concentration. We also incorporate mindful breathing which is vital to supporting both the lymphatic and nervous systems. Our goal is to provide an empowering experience to participants.

Facilitated by Stephanie Gaines-Bryant
Registered Yoga Instructor, Owner Radio Yogi Health & Fitness, LLC

Meets on the second Thursday

The Multiple Myeloma support group provides an opportunity for individuals diagnosed with Multiple Myeloma and their caregivers to get together for mutual support, education, sharing, and friendship.

Facilitated by Sally Sellman, NCC, LCPC, HTCP 

Meets monthly on the second Thursday

Members (new and established) are invited to come to the Wellness House to pour their favorite cup of tea and connect with one another. This is a time to learn more about Wellness House services and ask questions (if you have any).

Facilitated by Jen Caughron, Member & Volunteer Manager

This group is an active social group that gathers members to meet, motivate, and support each other. It will promote mental health, emotional health, positivity, and interaction with others in nature. We will meet at Quiet Waters Park in Annapolis.

Facilitated by a Wellness House Volunteer

Join us as members are guided in a gentle morning stretch routinefocused on shaking off the stiffness of the night and the extended periods oflimited movement many of us have been recently experiencing. This class will beled from a seated position in a chair. Please have a strap, belt, or towelavailable for an extra good stretch. Give your body a treat to start your week.

Instructed by certified yoga instructor Leah Saliter

Come join Kathleen as we explore the fundamentals of yoga practice. Class will begin with centering, breathwork and gentle movement to release the day and bring awareness. As we move into traditional poses, modifications will be offered in a safe and supportive environment. Final relaxation and reflection will follow. This is an all-level class designed to help reduce stress, decrease anxiety, and connect to inner peace.

Facilitated by Registered Yoga Instructor, Kathleen James

Meets monthly on the third Monday 

New members are always welcome!
For more info about the Wellness House Book Club, please email: admin@annapoliswellnesshouse.org  

Facilitated by Nancy Haiman & Marge Thomas, 
Wellness House Members & Volunteers

Poetry workshop that promotes healing through writing. 

Everyone interested in writing poetry is invited, whether you’ve ever written a poem or not. This could be your first workshop or you might be an occasional attendee, or maybe you come every time. All are welcome. 

Facilitated by writers Janice Booth and Natalie Canavor

Meets weekly on Tuesday

This evening support group is for anyone who has been diagnosed with cancer at any point in their cancer experience. Facilitated by a licensed counselor, this group is designed for individuals with cancer to connect with one another by sharing information, challenges, celebrations, and feelings surrounding day-to-day life with cancer.

Facilitated by Virginia Barnes Ricketts, MS, LCPC 

Meets weekly on Wednesday

The class is designed to address the specific needs of cancer patients and survivors. The practice helps mitigate side effects, support the immune system, and reach healthcare guidelines for movement. We use props to assist in helping students develop stability and flexibility and to provide a safe practice. We use the vinyasa flow form of yoga which synchronizes breath and movement with the intention of deepening concentration. We also incorporate mindful breathing which is vital to supporting both the lymphatic and nervous systems. Our goal is to provide an empowering experience to participants.

Facilitated by Stephanie Gaines-Bryant
Registered Yoga Instructor, Owner Radio Yogi Health & Fitness, LLC

If you are done with cancer treatment, what's next for you?  Join us as we talk about life after cancer treatment. This is a topic-based group that will address common issues you may experience post-treatment.  It's open to anyone who has completed treatment within the last 5 years.

Facilitated by Sally Sellman, LCPC, NCC, HTP