Estamos encantados de darle la bienvenida a Cancer Support Community Arizona. Nuestra Reunión de Orientación para nuevos participantes está abierta a todas las personas afectadas por el cáncer y/o alguien cercano a ellos. Nuestra orientación se llevará a cabo en vivo en línea y contendrá información sobre nuestras opciones de programas, así como clases, eventos y talleres gratuitos. En esta sesión, discutiremos cómo comenzar con varios de los programas disponibles para usted y su familia.

NOTA ESPECIAL:

Cancer Support Community Arizona está cambiando este programa para que se celebre solo a través de Zoom, que es una plataforma virtual / en línea que es GRATUITA y accesible para usted a través de cualquier teléfono inteligente, computadora portátil, computadora de escritorio o tableta. Para acceder al enlace de Zoom, regístrese aquí y se le enviará por correo electrónico la información de inicio de session Si tiene preguntas, comuníquese con un miembro de nuestro personal directamente al (602) 712-1006 o info@cscaz.org

This support group is open to anyone with a current or recent cancer diagnosis. In this group, we will provide a safe space to explore what cancer means in your life and in return you will find a community of individuals who will stand with you and who understand your story because they have lived it. The primary focus of this group is to support your emotional and social needs as we strive to be there for one another throughout the challenges of cancer.

A brief interview is required to determine appropriate group placement. Please call (602) 712-1006 or email support@cscaz.org to schedule the interview before registering.

This program is being offered to you via Zoom only, which is a virtual/online platform that is FREE and accessible with any smartphone, laptop, desktop, or tablet. To access the Zoom link, after completing your interview, please register here and login information will be sent to you with your confirmation email after registering. You will also receive a reminder email the morning of the program with the same information.

For any questions, please contact a member of our staff directly at (602) 712-1006 or support@cscaz.org.  Thank you.

Learn about the therapeutic benefits of working with clay and create a personally meaningful piece of art. No experience is necessary. Materials will be provided. Please note that working with clay is a 2-step process. Participants will need to return to a subsequent class to glaze their artwork.

We are pleased to announce a new movement program that our very own, Rachel Putman, will be leading immediately following Art/Clay.  

Rachel is excited to share what she's learned throughout her 30 plus years of studying karate and demonstrate why self-defense has statistically been shown to provide countless benefits to those that practice it.  

Below she has highlighted just a few examples:

• Kick starts your self-esteem
• Builds confidence
• Improves mental and emotional strength
• Develops body awareness
• Gives you the courage to overcome limits
• Boosts your physical health
• Helps you to become more assertive, but less hostile and aggressive
• Provides personal empowerment
• Decreases anxiety and makes you feel more effective as a person
• Enhances body positivity

Please come prepared wearing comfortable clothing and an open mind and heart.  We look forward to seeing you on Tuesday!

In Anticancer Living, Cohen (2016) tells us, “Patients who exercised while undergoing chemo or radiation were more likely to have received all their treatments on time; experienced increased self-esteem and physical functioning; reported less brain fog and more mental clarity; experienced less fatigue and improved sleep; reported less nausea and improved appetite; experienced less nerve pain and numbness in extremities, had improved mood and less depression and anxiety; experienced shorter hospital stays and fewer trips to the doctor; and, most important, experienced a higher general quality of life” (p. 205). Sounds like a protocol we all should embrace. Healthy living through movement!

In honor of this life-sustaining practice, you are invited to join us in “15-minutes of movement” on Tuesdays and Thursdays. The sessions, which will be held on Zoom, will be at 9:30 and 4:30 pm. Take a break and enjoy 15 minutes that will help reinvigorate your day. Each day the movement will be a bit different so that we learn all sorts of different movement techniques to add to our daily movement quota.

This program is being offered to you via Zoom only, which is a virtual/online platform that is FREE and accessible with any smartphone, laptop, desktop, or tablet. To access the Zoom link, please register here and login information will be sent to you with your confirmation email. You will also receive a reminder email the morning of the program with the same information. For any questions, please contact a member of our staff directly at (602) 712-1006 or info@cscaz.org. Thank you.

Welcome to Cancer Support Community Arizona! The Newcomer Orientation Meeting is open to anyone impacted by cancer, including cancer patients, their loved ones and caregivers. This orientation will be conducted live online and will include information about our free programs and classes, workshops, and events. During this virtual meeting, we will discuss how to get started with many of the programs available to you and your family!

This program is being offered to you via Zoom only, which is a virtual/online platform that is FREE and accessible with any smartphone, laptop, desktop, or tablet. To access the Zoom link, please register here and login information will be sent to you with your confirmation email. You will also receive a reminder email the morning of the program with the same information.

For any questions, please contact a member of our staff directly at (602) 712-1006 or info@cscaz.org. Thank you.

The Japanese practice of shinrin yoku, or Forest Bathing, is good for both physical and mental wellbeing. It is proven to reduce stress hormone production, improve feelings of happiness and free up creativity, as well as lower heart rate and blood pressure, boost the immune system and accelerate recovery from illness.

This summer, we will be taking interesting field trips to special locations in Northern Arizona.  Pack your lunch and plenty of water and be on time for a 10:30 am departure on the following dates:

• On Wednesday, August 28 we will depart from CSCAZ at 10:30 am to take a Forest Bathing Fieldtrip to Fort Tuthill.   

Do you want to learn how to use technology to stay connected and access health services?

Join us for Telehealth 101, a free workshop where we’ll show you how to access your medical records, sign up for CSCAZ programs, connect to telehealth and other technology services, find COVID resources. Whether you need help with wi-fi, passwords, ride-share apps, or social media, we’ve got you covered. When you register, be sure to fill out the survey that will be provided to let us know your needs and what you would like to learn.

Don’t miss this opportunity to boost your tech skills and confidence!

This program is supported by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) as part of a financial assistance award totaling $204,593 with 10% funded by CDC/HHS and 90% funded by non-government sources.  The contents are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of, nor an endorsement by CDC/HHS, or the US Government.

This support group is designed for Native Americans with a current or recent cancer diagnosis. In this group, we will provide a safe space to explore what cancer means in your life and in return you will find a community of individuals who will stand with you and who understand your story because they have lived it. The primary focus of this group is to support your emotional and social needs as we strive to be there for one another throughout the challenges of your cancer journey.

A brief interview is required to determine appropriate group placement. Please contact Cindy Payne at (928) 236-2333 or email NAZ@cscaz.org to schedule the interview before registering.

This program is being offered to you via Zoom only, which is a virtual/online platform that is FREE and accessible with any smartphone, laptop, desktop, or tablet. To access the Zoom link, please register here after completing your interview and login information will be sent to you with your confirmation email. You will also receive a reminder email the morning of the program with the same information.

For any questions, please contact a member of our staff directly at (602) 712-1006 or naz@cscaz.org    . Thank you.

This support group is open to those who have recently lost a loved one to cancer. In this group, we will provide a safe space to explore what cancer means in your life and in return you will find a community of individuals who will stand with you and who understand your story because they have lived it. The primary focus of this group is to support your emotional and social needs as we strive to be there for one another throughout the challenges of cancer. We will discuss the stages of loss, how to cope with grief and how to deal with anniversaries and other milestones in life.

A brief interview is required to determine appropriate group placement. Please call (602) 712-1006 or email support@cscaz.org to schedule the interview before registering.

This program is being offered to you via Zoom only, which is a virtual/online platform that is FREE and accessible with any smartphone, laptop, desktop, or tablet. To access the Zoom link, please register here after completing your interview and login information will be sent to you with your confirmation email. You will also receive a reminder email the morning of the program with the same information.

For any questions, please contact a member of our staff directly at (602) 712-1006 or support@cscaz.org . Thank you.

This support group is open to anyone with a current or recent breast cancer diagnosis. In this group, we will provide a safe space to explore what cancer means in your life and in return you will find a community of individuals who will stand with you and who understand your story because they have lived it. The primary focus of this group is to support your emotional and social needs as we strive to be there for one another throughout the challenges of cancer.

A brief interview is required to determine appropriate group placement. Please call (602) 712-1006 or email support@cscaz.org to schedule the interview before registering.

This program is being offered to you via Zoom only, which is a virtual/online platform that is FREE and accessible with any smartphone, laptop, desktop, or tablet. To access the Zoom link, please register here after completing your interview and login information will be sent to you with your confirmation email. You will also receive a reminder email the morning of the program with the same information.

For any questions, please contact a member of our staff directly at (602) 712-1006 or support@cscaz.org    .  Thank you.

Welcome to the Cancer Support Community Arizona. We invite you to attend the Newcomer Orientation Meeting if you or someone you know has been affected by cancer. CSCAZ will conduct this orientation IN PERSON, at 360 E Palm Lane, Phoenix, Arizona, 85004.

Esta clase está dirigida a personas que buscan una experiencia de baile físico más suave pero igualmente estimulante. Dirigida por un instructor certificado, la clase se centra en movimientos rítmicos y coreografías fáciles de seguir, lo que garantiza un entrenamiento respetuoso con las articulaciones con impacto reducido, haciéndolo accesible y divertido para participantes de todos los niveles de condición física.

Un taller de movimiento creativo que se centrará en ejercicios de respiración calmante y prácticas de movimientos suaves mientras escuchamos música y traducimos sonidos en expresiones visuales y cinéticas. Esta clase tiene sus raíces en prácticas de encarnación que tienen como objetivo brindar conciencia y facilidad a nuestros cuerpos en movimiento.  Es accesible para todos y no es necesaria experiencia con danza, movimiento o música.

El Arte Neurográfico fue creado por

Pavel Piskarev en 2014

Reconocido como Arte de Cambio Positivo

Capta el cómo el ser interior reacciona al mundo exterior

?Puede transformar visualmente nuestro temor y caos y nuestros retos en algo calmado, pacífico y hermoso.

Enjoy a meal provided by The Links Neighborhood Grill and connect with other participants!

New in 2024, Rise and Recharge is our monthly Saturday half-day, drop-in program. Rise and Recharge feature activities for you and your family, and you can participate in as many programs as you would like, including educational sessions, healthy lifestyle classes and games, plus newcomer orientation for those joining us for the first time.

If this will be your first time joining us, we strongly recommend you attend the Newcomer Orientation at 9 AM.

Come and find your community with other teens ages 12 and over who understand what it is like to be impacted by cancer.

This group is a safe space for teens to freely express emotions and thoughts about how cancer is impacting them (either because of a personal or a caregiver's diagnosis). By incorporating fun activities like art and games, you will learn new coping skills for managing your emotions. Bonus, cookies will be provided!

This program is now offered both in-person and through Zoom, so you can participate from the comfort of your own home.  Select which option works best for you when you register below.

Estamos encantados de darle la bienvenida a Cancer Support Community Arizona. Nuestra Reunión de Orientación para nuevos participantes está abierta a todas las personas afectadas por el cáncer y/o alguien cercano a ellos. Nuestra orientación se llevará a cabo en vivo en línea y contendrá información sobre nuestras opciones de programas, así como clases, eventos y talleres gratuitos. En esta sesión, discutiremos cómo comenzar con varios de los programas disponibles para usted y su familia.

NOTA ESPECIAL:

Cancer Support Community Arizona está cambiando este programa para que se celebre solo a través de Zoom, que es una plataforma virtual / en línea que es GRATUITA y accesible para usted a través de cualquier teléfono inteligente, computadora portátil, computadora de escritorio o tableta. Para acceder al enlace de Zoom, regístrese aquí y se le enviará por correo electrónico la información de inicio de session Si tiene preguntas, comuníquese con un miembro de nuestro personal directamente al (602) 712-1006 o info@cscaz.org

This support group is open to anyone with a current or recent cancer diagnosis. In this group, we will provide a safe space to explore what cancer means in your life and in return you will find a community of individuals who will stand with you and who understand your story because they have lived it. The primary focus of this group is to support your emotional and social needs as we strive to be there for one another throughout the challenges of cancer.

A brief interview is required to determine appropriate group placement. Please call (602) 712-1006 or email support@cscaz.org to schedule the interview before registering.

This program is being offered to you via Zoom only, which is a virtual/online platform that is FREE and accessible with any smartphone, laptop, desktop, or tablet. To access the Zoom link, after completing your interview, please register here and login information will be sent to you with your confirmation email after registering. You will also receive a reminder email the morning of the program with the same information.

For any questions, please contact a member of our staff directly at (602) 712-1006 or support@cscaz.org.  Thank you.

Learn about the therapeutic benefits of working with clay and create a personally meaningful piece of art. No experience is necessary. Materials will be provided. Please note that working with clay is a 2-step process. Participants will need to return to a subsequent class to glaze their artwork.

In Anticancer Living, Cohen (2016) tells us, “Patients who exercised while undergoing chemo or radiation were more likely to have received all their treatments on time; experienced increased self-esteem and physical functioning; reported less brain fog and more mental clarity; experienced less fatigue and improved sleep; reported less nausea and improved appetite; experienced less nerve pain and numbness in extremities, had improved mood and less depression and anxiety; experienced shorter hospital stays and fewer trips to the doctor; and, most important, experienced a higher general quality of life” (p. 205). Sounds like a protocol we all should embrace. Healthy living through movement!

In honor of this life-sustaining practice, you are invited to join us in “15-minutes of movement” on Tuesdays and Thursdays. The sessions, which will be held on Zoom, will be at 9:30 and 4:30 pm. Take a break and enjoy 15 minutes that will help reinvigorate your day. Each day the movement will be a bit different so that we learn all sorts of different movement techniques to add to our daily movement quota.

This program is being offered to you via Zoom only, which is a virtual/online platform that is FREE and accessible with any smartphone, laptop, desktop, or tablet. To access the Zoom link, please register here and login information will be sent to you with your confirmation email. You will also receive a reminder email the morning of the program with the same information. For any questions, please contact a member of our staff directly at (602) 712-1006 or info@cscaz.org. Thank you.

Making art is a proven stress reducer and can build up your resiliency. We’ll explore a variety of mediums and instruction will be given during the class. You’ll receive an email letting you know what materials you’ll need to have on hand to participate in this class (typically, it’s very simple household items or common art supplies).

This program is being offered to you via Zoom only, which is a virtual/online platform that is FREE and accessible with any smartphone, laptop, desktop, or tablet. To access the Zoom link, please register here and login information will be sent to you with your confirmation email. You will also receive a reminder email the morning of the program with the same information. For any questions, please contact a member of our staff directly at (602) 712-1006 or info@cscaz.org . Thank you.

The Japanese practice of shinrin yoku, or Forest Bathing, is good for both physical and mental wellbeing. It is proven to reduce stress hormone production, improve feelings of happiness and free up creativity, as well as lower heart rate and blood pressure, boost the immune system and accelerate recovery from illness.

This summer, we will be taking interesting field trips to special locations in Northern Arizona.  Pack your lunch and plenty of water and be on time for a 10:30 am departure on the following dates:

• On Wednesday, August 28 we will depart from CSCAZ at 10:30 am to take a Forest Bathing Fieldtrip to Fort Tuthill.   

If you are diagnosed with cancer that has metastasized (or spread) to other areas of the body, your needs may be different from those who have cancer at an earlier stage. In this group, we’ll provide a safe space to explore the unique ways in which cancer is impacting your life.  By building a community with others who “get it,” you can learn how to increase your quality of life and support one another through the ups and downs of a complex cancer journey. Led by a licensed clinician, this group is focused on increasing hope, empowerment, and community.

A brief interview is required to determine appropriate group placement. Please call (602) 712-1006 or email support@cscaz.org to schedule the interview before registering.

This program is being offered to you via Zoom only, which is a virtual/online platform that is FREE and accessible with any smartphone, laptop, desktop, or tablet. To access the Zoom link, after completing your interview, please register here and login information will be sent to you with your confirmation email after registering. You will also receive a reminder email the morning of the program with the same information.

A brief interview is required to determine appropriate group placement. Please call (602) 712-1006 or email support@cscaz.org to schedule the interview before registering. 

This program is being offered to you via Zoom only, which is a virtual/online platform that is FREE and accessible with any smartphone, laptop, desktop, or tablet. To access the Zoom link, please register here after completing your interview and login information will be sent to you with your confirmation email. You will also receive a reminder email the morning of the program with the same information.

For any questions, please contact a member of our staff directly at (602) 712-1006 or support@cscaz.org.  Thank you.

This support group is open to anyone with a current or recent cancer diagnosis. In this group, we will provide a safe space to explore what cancer means in your life and in return you will find a community of individuals who will stand with you and who understand your story because they have lived it. The primary focus of this group is to support your emotional and social needs as we strive to be there for one another throughout the challenges of your cancer journey.

A brief interview is required to determine appropriate group placement. Please call (602) 712-1006 or email support@cscaz.org to schedule the interview before registering.

This program is being offered to you via Zoom only, which is a virtual/online platform that is FREE and accessible with any smartphone, laptop, desktop, or tablet. To access the Zoom link, please register here after completing your interview and login information will be sent to you with your confirmation email. You will also receive a reminder email the morning of the program with the same information.

For any questions, please contact a member of our staff directly at (602) 712-1006 or support@cscaz.org. Thank you.

Learn simple strength and balance exercises with appropriate modifications for anyone at any level in this class. This is a live class with a virtual Instructor.

This program is being offered to you via Zoom only, which is a virtual/online platform that is FREE and accessible with any smartphone, laptop, desktop, or tablet. To access the Zoom link, please register here and login information will be sent to you with your confirmation email. You will also receive a reminder email the morning of the program with the same information.

For any questions, please contact a member of our staff directly at (602) 712-1006 or info@cscaz.org. Thank you.

This support group is designed for men only and is opened to those who have a current or recent cancer diagnosis. In this group, we will provide a safe space to explore what cancer means in your life and in return you will find a community of men who will stand beside you and who understand your story because they have lived it. The primary focus of this group is to support your emotional and social needs as we strive to be there for one another throughout the challenges of cancer.

A brief interview is required to determine appropriate group placement. Please call (602) 712-1006 or email support@cscaz.org to schedule the interview before registering.

This program is being offered to you via Zoom only, which is a virtual/online platform that is FREE and accessible with any smartphone, laptop, desktop, or tablet. To access the Zoom link, after completing your interview, please register here and login information will be sent to you with your confirmation email after registering. You will also receive a reminder email the morning of the program with the same information.

For any questions, please contact a member of our staff directly at (602) 712-1006 or support@cscaz.org. 

Expressive Arts: focuses on projects that help members explore the changes and challenges they find themselves in through various artistic methods. No experience necessary. Materials provided.

Join Christine Stephenson and John Mead for a relaxing Guided Meditation followed by a focused, Reiki healing session. Reiki is a form of energy healing geared toward enhancing relaxation and stress reduction. The combination of a Guided Meditation followed by a Reiki session will leave you in a peaceful and meditative state to help you along your healing journey.

This program is being offered to you via Zoom only, which is a virtual/online platform that is FREE and accessible with any smartphone, laptop, desktop, or tablet. To access the Zoom link, please register here and login information will be sent to you with your confirmation email.  You will also receive a reminder email the morning of the program with the same information.

For any questions, please contact a member of our staff directly at (602) 712-1006 or info@cscaz.org.  Thank you.

This support group is open to those who have a current or recent breast cancer diagnosis. In this group, we will provide a safe space to explore what cancer means in your life and in return you will find a community of individuals who will stand with you and who understand your story because they have lived it. The primary focus of this group is to support your emotional and social needs as we strive to be there for one another throughout the challenges of cancer.

A brief interview is required to determine appropriate group placement. Please call (928) 236-2333 or email NAZ@cscaz.org to schedule the interview before registering.

After completing the brief interview, please register here to attend in-person. Meetings are held at the Cancer Support Community, 914 N. San Francisco St., Flagstaff. Thank you.

The Japanese practice of shinrin yoku, or Forest Bathing, is good for both physical and mental wellbeing. It is proven to reduce stress hormone production, improve feelings of happiness and free up creativity, as well as lower heart rate and blood pressure, boost the immune system and accelerate recovery from illness.

This summer, we will be taking interesting field trips to special locations in Northern Arizona.  Pack your lunch and plenty of water and be on time for a 10:30 am departure on the following dates:

• On Wednesday, August 28 we will depart from CSCAZ at 10:30 am to take a Forest Bathing Fieldtrip to Fort Tuthill.   

Do you want to learn how to use technology to stay connected and access health services?

Join us for Telehealth 101, a free workshop where we’ll show you how to access your medical records, sign up for CSCAZ programs, connect to telehealth and other technology services, find COVID resources. Whether you need help with wi-fi, passwords, ride-share apps, or social media, we’ve got you covered. When you register, be sure to fill out the survey that will be provided to let us know your needs and what you would like to learn.

Don’t miss this opportunity to boost your tech skills and confidence!

This program is supported by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) as part of a financial assistance award totaling $204,593 with 10% funded by CDC/HHS and 90% funded by non-government sources.  The contents are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of, nor an endorsement by CDC/HHS, or the US Government.

This support group is designed for Native Americans with a current or recent cancer diagnosis. In this group, we will provide a safe space to explore what cancer means in your life and in return you will find a community of individuals who will stand with you and who understand your story because they have lived it. The primary focus of this group is to support your emotional and social needs as we strive to be there for one another throughout the challenges of your cancer journey.

A brief interview is required to determine appropriate group placement. Please contact Cindy Payne at (928) 236-2333 or email NAZ@cscaz.org to schedule the interview before registering.

This program is being offered to you via Zoom only, which is a virtual/online platform that is FREE and accessible with any smartphone, laptop, desktop, or tablet. To access the Zoom link, please register here after completing your interview and login information will be sent to you with your confirmation email. You will also receive a reminder email the morning of the program with the same information.

For any questions, please contact a member of our staff directly at (602) 712-1006 or naz@cscaz.org    . Thank you.

Meet our Facilitator: Linda Ruvalcaba, MA, LPC (she/her/ella) is a proud Chicana and Bilingual Psychotherapist from Phoenix, Arizona. She graduated from Arizona State University in 2008 with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and from Northern Arizona University in 2011 with a Master of Arts in Counseling. Linda spent several years working in community mental health before starting her own therapy practice in 2019, Therapy Girl LLC. Linda specializes in trauma, anxiety, grief, and in working with the Latinx community, activists and community leaders.

This program is being offered to you via Zoom only, which is a virtual/online platform that is FREE and accessible with any smartphone, laptop, desktop, or tablet. To access the Zoom link, please register here and login information will be sent to you with your confirmation email.  You will also receive a reminder email the morning of the program with the same information.

For any questions, please contact a member of our staff directly at (602) 712-1006 or info@cscaz.org.  Thank you.

.

This support group is open to anyone with a current or recent cancer diagnosis. In this group, we will provide a safe space to explore what cancer means in your life and in return you will find a community of individuals who will stand with you and who understand your story because they have lived it. The primary focus of this group is to support your emotional and social needs as we strive to be there for one another throughout the challenges of cancer.

While the group will be conducted at the HonorHealth Shea campus, individuals from other treatment providers are also welcome to attend. In-person participation is encouraged, but virtual attendance is also available if attending in-person is not feasible.

A brief interview is required to determine appropriate group placement. Please call (602) 712-1006 or email support@cscaz.org to schedule the interview before registering.

After completing the brief interview, please register here to attend in-person or virtually via Zoom, which is a virtual/online platform that is FREE and accessible with any smartphone, laptop, desktop, or tablet. To access the Zoom link, login information will be sent to you with your confirmation email after registering. You will also receive a reminder email the morning of the program with the same information.

For any questions, please contact a member of our staff directly at (602) 712-1006 or support@cscaz.org .  Thank you.

Immerse yourself in an amazing dining experience while helping raise funds that enable Cancer Support Community Arizona in Flagstaff to provide services at no charge to those impacted by cancer across northern Arizona.

Make your own Native Frybread Taco and discover how Cancer Support Community AZ helps with education, healthy lifestyle workshops, and more! We suggest a donation of $15 for dinner which you can pay at the door by cash, check, or card. Your generous gifts help CSCAZ keep all services free to those impacted by any cancer.

Register today so we have plenty of food available for all!

This support group is open to anyone with a current or recent breast cancer diagnosis. In this group, we will provide a safe space to explore what cancer means in your life and in return you will find a community of individuals who will stand with you and who understand your story because they have lived it. The primary focus of this group is to support your emotional and social needs as we strive to be there for one another throughout the challenges of cancer.

A brief interview is required to determine appropriate group placement. Please call (602) 712-1006 or email support@cscaz.org to schedule the interview before registering.

This program is being offered to you via Zoom only, which is a virtual/online platform that is FREE and accessible with any smartphone, laptop, desktop, or tablet. To access the Zoom link, please register here after completing your interview and login information will be sent to you with your confirmation email. You will also receive a reminder email the morning of the program with the same information.

For any questions, please contact a member of our staff directly at (602) 712-1006 or support@cscaz.org    .  Thank you.

Welcome to Cancer Support Community Arizona! The Newcomer Orientation Meeting is open to anyone impacted by cancer, including cancer patients, their loved ones and caregivers. This orientation will be conducted live online and will include information about our free programs and classes, workshops, and events. During this virtual meeting, we will discuss how to get started with many of the programs available to you and your family!

This program is being offered to you in-person at our Palm Lane Campus. Please register here, You will also receive a reminder email the morning of the program.

For any questions, please contact a member of our staff directly at (602) 712-1006 or info@cscaz.org. Thank you.

Get connected with other youth ages 11 and older who have been impacted by cancer.  This group is a safe space to freely express emotions and thoughts about how cancer is affecting you, whether a personal diagnosis or that of a caregiver or loved one.  By incorporating fun activities like art and games, you will learn new coping skills for managing your emotions.  Bonus...cookies will be provided!

In-person participation is encouraged, but virtual attendance is also available if attending in-person is not feasible. There are only 10 spots available for in-person registration.

Please register here to attend in-person at our Phoenix campus or via Zoom, which is a virtual/online platform that is FREE and accessible with any smartphone, laptop, desktop, or tablet. To access the Zoom link, login information will be sent to you with your confirmation email after registering. You will also receive a reminder email the morning of the program with the same information.

Estamos encantados de darle la bienvenida a Cancer Support Community Arizona. Nuestra Reunión de Orientación para nuevos participantes está abierta a todas las personas afectadas por el cáncer y/o alguien cercano a ellos. Nuestra orientación se llevará a cabo en vivo en línea y contendrá información sobre nuestras opciones de programas, así como clases, eventos y talleres gratuitos. En esta sesión, discutiremos cómo comenzar con varios de los programas disponibles para usted y su familia.

NOTA ESPECIAL:

Cancer Support Community Arizona está cambiando este programa para que se celebre solo a través de Zoom, que es una plataforma virtual / en línea que es GRATUITA y accesible para usted a través de cualquier teléfono inteligente, computadora portátil, computadora de escritorio o tableta. Para acceder al enlace de Zoom, regístrese aquí y se le enviará por correo electrónico la información de inicio de session Si tiene preguntas, comuníquese con un miembro de nuestro personal directamente al (602) 712-1006 o info@cscaz.org

This support group is open to anyone with a current or recent cancer diagnosis. In this group, we will provide a safe space to explore what cancer means in your life and in return you will find a community of individuals who will stand with you and who understand your story because they have lived it. The primary focus of this group is to support your emotional and social needs as we strive to be there for one another throughout the challenges of cancer.

A brief interview is required to determine appropriate group placement. Please call (602) 712-1006 or email support@cscaz.org to schedule the interview before registering.

This program is being offered to you via Zoom only, which is a virtual/online platform that is FREE and accessible with any smartphone, laptop, desktop, or tablet. To access the Zoom link, after completing your interview, please register here and login information will be sent to you with your confirmation email after registering. You will also receive a reminder email the morning of the program with the same information.

For any questions, please contact a member of our staff directly at (602) 712-1006 or support@cscaz.org.  Thank you.

Expressive Arts: focuses on projects that help members explore the changes and challenges they find themselves in through various artistic methods. No experience necessary. Materials provided.

Read the "book of the month" ahead of time and then discuss as a group at our next Book Club meeting.
 

June 2024 - The Covenant of Water - Abraham Verghese

July 2024 - Anxious People, Frederik Bachman

August 2024 - Killers of the Flower Moon, David Grann

September 2024 - The Ghosts of Eden Park - Karen Abbott

October 2024 - West with Giraffes - Lynda Rutledge

November 2024 - Lady Tan's Circle of Women - Lisa See

December 2024 - Remarkably Bright Creatures - Shelby Van Pelt

January 2025 - Secret Life of Sunflowers - Marta Molnar 

This program is being offered to you via Zoom only, which is a virtual/online platform that is FREE and accessible with any smartphone, laptop, desktop, or tablet.  To access the Zoom link, please register here and login information will be sent to you with your confirmation email.  You will also receive a reminder email the morning of the program with the same information

For questions, please contact a member of our staff directly at (602) 712-1006 or info@cscaz.org . Thank you.

In Anticancer Living, Cohen (2016) tells us, “Patients who exercised while undergoing chemo or radiation were more likely to have received all their treatments on time; experienced increased self-esteem and physical functioning; reported less brain fog and more mental clarity; experienced less fatigue and improved sleep; reported less nausea and improved appetite; experienced less nerve pain and numbness in extremities, had improved mood and less depression and anxiety; experienced shorter hospital stays and fewer trips to the doctor; and, most important, experienced a higher general quality of life” (p. 205). Sounds like a protocol we all should embrace. Healthy living through movement!

In honor of this life-sustaining practice, you are invited to join us in “15-minutes of movement” on Tuesdays and Thursdays. The sessions, which will be held on Zoom, will be at 9:30 and 4:30 pm. Take a break and enjoy 15 minutes that will help reinvigorate your day. Each day the movement will be a bit different so that we learn all sorts of different movement techniques to add to our daily movement quota.

This program is being offered to you via Zoom only, which is a virtual/online platform that is FREE and accessible with any smartphone, laptop, desktop, or tablet. To access the Zoom link, please register here and login information will be sent to you with your confirmation email. You will also receive a reminder email the morning of the program with the same information. For any questions, please contact a member of our staff directly at (602) 712-1006 or info@cscaz.org. Thank you.

Expressive Arts focuses on projects that help participants explore the changes and challenges they find themselves in through various artistic methods. Appropriate class for cancer patients, caregivers, family members, and friends. No experience necessary. Materials provided for those pre-registered.

Each week we will be focused on a unique project:

October 2: Expressive Arts Making Fall Leaf Gardens

October 9: No expressive arts today -- instead from 10 am - 12:30 pm we will be taking a Forest Bathing Fieldtrip to Griffith Springs. Bring your lunch, beverage, sun screen, hat and walking shoes and meet at CSCAZ for a 10:00 am departure.

October 16: Expressive Arts making Oragami

October 23: No expressive arts today -- instead from 10 am - 12:30 pm we will be taking a Forest Bathing Fieldtrip to Aspen Corner up on the San Francisco Peaks to see the glorious fall colors. Bring your lunch, beverage, sun screen, hat and walking shoes and meet at CSCAZ for a 10:00 am departure.

October 30: Expressive Arts Making Yarn Gnomes

Do you want to learn how to use technology to stay connected and access health services?

Join us for Telehealth 101, a free workshop where we’ll show you how to access your medical records, sign up for CSCAZ programs, connect to telehealth and other technology services, find COVID resources. Whether you need help with wi-fi, passwords, ride-share apps, or social media, we’ve got you covered. When you register, be sure to fill out the survey that will be provided to let us know your needs and what you would like to learn.

Don’t miss this opportunity to boost your tech skills and confidence!

This program is supported by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) as part of a financial assistance award totaling $204,593 with 10% funded by CDC/HHS and 90% funded by non-government sources.  The contents are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of, nor an endorsement by CDC/HHS, or the US Government.

This support group is designed for Native Americans with a current or recent cancer diagnosis. In this group, we will provide a safe space to explore what cancer means in your life and in return you will find a community of individuals who will stand with you and who understand your story because they have lived it. The primary focus of this group is to support your emotional and social needs as we strive to be there for one another throughout the challenges of your cancer journey.

A brief interview is required to determine appropriate group placement. Please contact Cindy Payne at (928) 236-2333 or email NAZ@cscaz.org to schedule the interview before registering.

This program is being offered to you via Zoom only, which is a virtual/online platform that is FREE and accessible with any smartphone, laptop, desktop, or tablet. To access the Zoom link, please register here after completing your interview and login information will be sent to you with your confirmation email. You will also receive a reminder email the morning of the program with the same information.

For any questions, please contact a member of our staff directly at (602) 712-1006 or naz@cscaz.org    . Thank you.

Grab some lined paper and a pen – that’s all you need! Writing images from one’s memory and imagination can be a healing act. According to studies, some individuals may benefit from participating in expressive writing as part of their supportive cancer treatment. The writing act can be a form of healing for patients dealing with a cancer diagnosis. Sue has been promoting journal writing as a tool for personal growth and self-care for many years. She prefers the term “therapeutic writing” believing It better explains the benefits inherent in its use. Research supports the effectiveness of writing to reduce hypertension and increase immune system functioning as well as many other benefits.

Taught by Sue Meyn, M C. She has presented to many organizations in Phoenix and now Flagstaff, and was a facilitator for groups at Cancer Support Community Arizona for seventeen years.

This program is being offered to you both in-person at our Flagstaff campus and via Zoom, which is a virtual/online platform that is FREE and accessible with any smartphone, laptop, desktop, or tablet. To access the Zoom link, please register here and login information will be sent to you with your confirmation email. You will also receive a reminder email the morning of the program with the same information.

For any questions, please contact a member of our staff directly at (602) 712-1006 or info@cscaz.org. Thank you.

Welcome to Cancer Support Community Arizona! The Newcomer Orientation Meeting is open to anyone impacted by cancer, including cancer patients, their loved ones and caregivers. This orientation will be conducted live online and will include information about our free programs and classes, workshops, and events. During this virtual meeting, we will discuss how to get started with many of the programs available to you and your family!

This program is being offered to you via Zoom only, which is a virtual/online platform that is FREE and accessible with any smartphone, laptop, desktop, or tablet. To access the Zoom link, please register here and login information will be sent to you with your confirmation email. You will also receive a reminder email the morning of the program with the same information.

For any questions, please contact a member of our staff directly at (602) 712-1006 or info@cscaz.org. Thank you.

Estamos encantados de darle la bienvenida a Cancer Support Community Arizona. Nuestra Reunión de Orientación para nuevos participantes está abierta a todas las personas afectadas por el cáncer y/o alguien cercano a ellos. Nuestra orientación se llevará a cabo en vivo en línea y contendrá información sobre nuestras opciones de programas, así como clases, eventos y talleres gratuitos. En esta sesión, discutiremos cómo comenzar con varios de los programas disponibles para usted y su familia.

NOTA ESPECIAL:

Cancer Support Community Arizona está cambiando este programa para que se celebre solo a través de Zoom, que es una plataforma virtual / en línea que es GRATUITA y accesible para usted a través de cualquier teléfono inteligente, computadora portátil, computadora de escritorio o tableta. Para acceder al enlace de Zoom, regístrese aquí y se le enviará por correo electrónico la información de inicio de session Si tiene preguntas, comuníquese con un miembro de nuestro personal directamente al (602) 712-1006 o info@cscaz.org

This support group is open to anyone with a current or recent cancer diagnosis. In this group, we will provide a safe space to explore what cancer means in your life and in return you will find a community of individuals who will stand with you and who understand your story because they have lived it. The primary focus of this group is to support your emotional and social needs as we strive to be there for one another throughout the challenges of cancer.

A brief interview is required to determine appropriate group placement. Please call (602) 712-1006 or email support@cscaz.org to schedule the interview before registering.

This program is being offered to you via Zoom only, which is a virtual/online platform that is FREE and accessible with any smartphone, laptop, desktop, or tablet. To access the Zoom link, after completing your interview, please register here and login information will be sent to you with your confirmation email after registering. You will also receive a reminder email the morning of the program with the same information.

For any questions, please contact a member of our staff directly at (602) 712-1006 or support@cscaz.org.  Thank you.

Expressive Arts: focuses on projects that help members explore the changes and challenges they find themselves in through various artistic methods. No experience necessary. Materials provided.

In Anticancer Living, Cohen (2016) tells us, “Patients who exercised while undergoing chemo or radiation were more likely to have received all their treatments on time; experienced increased self-esteem and physical functioning; reported less brain fog and more mental clarity; experienced less fatigue and improved sleep; reported less nausea and improved appetite; experienced less nerve pain and numbness in extremities, had improved mood and less depression and anxiety; experienced shorter hospital stays and fewer trips to the doctor; and, most important, experienced a higher general quality of life” (p. 205). Sounds like a protocol we all should embrace. Healthy living through movement!

In honor of this life-sustaining practice, you are invited to join us in “15-minutes of movement” on Tuesdays and Thursdays. The sessions, which will be held on Zoom, will be at 9:30 and 4:30 pm. Take a break and enjoy 15 minutes that will help reinvigorate your day. Each day the movement will be a bit different so that we learn all sorts of different movement techniques to add to our daily movement quota.

This program is being offered to you via Zoom only, which is a virtual/online platform that is FREE and accessible with any smartphone, laptop, desktop, or tablet. To access the Zoom link, please register here and login information will be sent to you with your confirmation email. You will also receive a reminder email the morning of the program with the same information. For any questions, please contact a member of our staff directly at (602) 712-1006 or info@cscaz.org. Thank you.

Expressive Arts focuses on projects that help participants explore the changes and challenges they find themselves in through various artistic methods. Appropriate class for cancer patients, caregivers, family members, and friends. No experience necessary. Materials provided for those pre-registered.

Each week we will be focused on a unique project:

October 2: Expressive Arts Making Fall Leaf Gardens

October 9: No expressive arts today -- instead from 10 am - 12:30 pm we will be taking a Forest Bathing Fieldtrip to Griffith Springs. Bring your lunch, beverage, sun screen, hat and walking shoes and meet at CSCAZ for a 10:00 am departure.

October 16: Expressive Arts making Oragami

October 23: No expressive arts today -- instead from 10 am - 12:30 pm we will be taking a Forest Bathing Fieldtrip to Aspen Corner up on the San Francisco Peaks to see the glorious fall colors. Bring your lunch, beverage, sun screen, hat and walking shoes and meet at CSCAZ for a 10:00 am departure.

October 30: Expressive Arts Making Yarn Gnomes

If you are diagnosed with cancer that has metastasized (or spread) to other areas of the body, your needs may be different from those who have cancer at an earlier stage. In this group, we’ll provide a safe space to explore the unique ways in which cancer is impacting your life.  By building a community with others who “get it,” you can learn how to increase your quality of life and support one another through the ups and downs of a complex cancer journey. Led by a licensed clinician, this group is focused on increasing hope, empowerment, and community.

A brief interview is required to determine appropriate group placement. Please call (602) 712-1006 or email support@cscaz.org to schedule the interview before registering.

This program is being offered to you via Zoom only, which is a virtual/online platform that is FREE and accessible with any smartphone, laptop, desktop, or tablet. To access the Zoom link, after completing your interview, please register here and login information will be sent to you with your confirmation email after registering. You will also receive a reminder email the morning of the program with the same information.

A brief interview is required to determine appropriate group placement. Please call (602) 712-1006 or email support@cscaz.org to schedule the interview before registering. 

This program is being offered to you via Zoom only, which is a virtual/online platform that is FREE and accessible with any smartphone, laptop, desktop, or tablet. To access the Zoom link, please register here after completing your interview and login information will be sent to you with your confirmation email. You will also receive a reminder email the morning of the program with the same information.

For any questions, please contact a member of our staff directly at (602) 712-1006 or support@cscaz.org.  Thank you.

This support group is open to anyone with a current or recent cancer diagnosis. In this group, we will provide a safe space to explore what cancer means in your life and in return you will find a community of individuals who will stand with you and who understand your story because they have lived it. The primary focus of this group is to support your emotional and social needs as we strive to be there for one another throughout the challenges of your cancer journey.

A brief interview is required to determine appropriate group placement. Please call (602) 712-1006 or email support@cscaz.org to schedule the interview before registering.

This program is being offered to you via Zoom only, which is a virtual/online platform that is FREE and accessible with any smartphone, laptop, desktop, or tablet. To access the Zoom link, please register here after completing your interview and login information will be sent to you with your confirmation email. You will also receive a reminder email the morning of the program with the same information.

For any questions, please contact a member of our staff directly at (602) 712-1006 or support@cscaz.org. Thank you.

In Anticancer Living, Cohen (2016) tells us, “Patients who exercised while undergoing chemo or radiation were more likely to have received all their treatments on time; experienced increased self-esteem and physical functioning; reported less brain fog and more mental clarity; experienced less fatigue and improved sleep; reported less nausea and improved appetite; experienced less nerve pain and numbness in extremities, had improved mood and less depression and anxiety; experienced shorter hospital stays and fewer trips to the doctor; and, most important, experienced a higher general quality of life” (p. 205). Sounds like a protocol we all should embrace. Healthy living through movement!

In honor of this life-sustaining practice, you are invited to join us in “15-minutes of movement” on Tuesdays and Thursdays. The sessions, which will be held on Zoom, will be at 9:30 and 4:30 pm. Take a break and enjoy 15 minutes that will help reinvigorate your day. Each day the movement will be a bit different so that we learn all sorts of different movement techniques to add to our daily movement quota.

This program is being offered to you via Zoom only, which is a virtual/online platform that is FREE and accessible with any smartphone, laptop, desktop, or tablet. To access the Zoom link, please register here and login information will be sent to you with your confirmation email. You will also receive a reminder email the morning of the program with the same information. For any questions, please contact a member of our staff directly at (602) 712-1006 or info@cscaz.org. Thank you.

This support group is open to anyone with a current or recent breast cancer diagnosis. In this group, we will provide a safe space to explore what cancer means in your life and in return you will find a community of individuals who will stand with you and who understand your story because they have lived it. The primary focus of this group is to support your emotional and social needs as we strive to be there for one another throughout the challenges of cancer.

A brief interview is required to determine appropriate group placement. Please call (602) 712-1006 or email support@cscaz.org to schedule the interview before registering.

This program is being offered to you via Zoom only, which is a virtual/online platform that is FREE and accessible with any smartphone, laptop, desktop, or tablet. To access the Zoom link, please register here after completing your interview and login information will be sent to you with your confirmation email. You will also receive a reminder email the morning of the program with the same information.

For any questions, please contact a member of our staff directly at (602) 712-1006 or support@cscaz.org    .  Thank you.

El Arte Neurográfico fue creado por

Pavel Piskarev en 2014

Reconocido como Arte de Cambio Positivo

Capta el cómo el ser interior reacciona al mundo exterior

?Puede transformar visualmente nuestro temor y caos y nuestros retos en algo calmado, pacífico y hermoso.

El Arte Neurográfico fue creado por

Pavel Piskarev en 2014

Reconocido como Arte de Cambio Positivo

Capta el cómo el ser interior reacciona al mundo exterior

?Puede transformar visualmente nuestro temor y caos y nuestros retos en algo calmado, pacífico y hermoso.

Learn fun line dancing exercises with appropriate modifications for anyone at any level in this class. This in-person class is lead by instructor Kimberly Driggs Warner.

For any questions, please contact a member of our staff directly at (602) 712-1006 or info@cscaz.org. Thank you.

Get connected with other youth ages 11 and older who have been impacted by cancer.  This group is a safe space to freely express emotions and thoughts about how cancer is affecting you, whether a personal diagnosis or that of a caregiver or loved one.  By incorporating fun activities like art and games, you will learn new coping skills for managing your emotions.  Bonus...cookies will be provided!

In-person participation is encouraged, but virtual attendance is also available if attending in-person is not feasible. There are only 10 spots available for in-person registration.

Please register here to attend in-person at our Phoenix campus or via Zoom, which is a virtual/online platform that is FREE and accessible with any smartphone, laptop, desktop, or tablet. To access the Zoom link, login information will be sent to you with your confirmation email after registering. You will also receive a reminder email the morning of the program with the same information.

Learn simple strength and balance exercises with appropriate modifications for anyone at any level in this class. This is a live class with a virtual Instructor.

This program is being offered to you via Zoom only, which is a virtual/online platform that is FREE and accessible with any smartphone, laptop, desktop, or tablet. To access the Zoom link, please register here and login information will be sent to you with your confirmation email. You will also receive a reminder email the morning of the program with the same information.

For any questions, please contact a member of our staff directly at (602) 712-1006 or info@cscaz.org. Thank you.

This support group is designed for men only and is opened to those who have a current or recent cancer diagnosis. In this group, we will provide a safe space to explore what cancer means in your life and in return you will find a community of men who will stand beside you and who understand your story because they have lived it. The primary focus of this group is to support your emotional and social needs as we strive to be there for one another throughout the challenges of cancer.

A brief interview is required to determine appropriate group placement. Please call (602) 712-1006 or email support@cscaz.org to schedule the interview before registering.

This program is being offered to you via Zoom only, which is a virtual/online platform that is FREE and accessible with any smartphone, laptop, desktop, or tablet. To access the Zoom link, after completing your interview, please register here and login information will be sent to you with your confirmation email after registering. You will also receive a reminder email the morning of the program with the same information.

For any questions, please contact a member of our staff directly at (602) 712-1006 or support@cscaz.org. 

Join Christine Stephenson and John Mead for a relaxing Guided Meditation followed by a focused, Reiki healing session. Reiki is a form of energy healing geared toward enhancing relaxation and stress reduction. The combination of a Guided Meditation followed by a Reiki session will leave you in a peaceful and meditative state to help you along your healing journey.

This program is being offered to you via Zoom only, which is a virtual/online platform that is FREE and accessible with any smartphone, laptop, desktop, or tablet. To access the Zoom link, please register here and login information will be sent to you with your confirmation email.  You will also receive a reminder email the morning of the program with the same information.

For any questions, please contact a member of our staff directly at (602) 712-1006 or info@cscaz.org.  Thank you.

This support group is open to those who have a current or recent breast cancer diagnosis. In this group, we will provide a safe space to explore what cancer means in your life and in return you will find a community of individuals who will stand with you and who understand your story because they have lived it. The primary focus of this group is to support your emotional and social needs as we strive to be there for one another throughout the challenges of cancer.

A brief interview is required to determine appropriate group placement. Please call (928) 236-2333 or email NAZ@cscaz.org to schedule the interview before registering.

After completing the brief interview, please register here to attend in-person. Meetings are held at the Cancer Support Community, 914 N. San Francisco St., Flagstaff. Thank you.

Expressive Arts focuses on projects that help participants explore the changes and challenges they find themselves in through various artistic methods. Appropriate class for cancer patients, caregivers, family members, and friends. No experience necessary. Materials provided for those pre-registered.

Each week we will be focused on a unique project:

October 2: Expressive Arts Making Fall Leaf Gardens

October 9: No expressive arts today -- instead from 10 am - 12:30 pm we will be taking a Forest Bathing Fieldtrip to Griffith Springs. Bring your lunch, beverage, sun screen, hat and walking shoes and meet at CSCAZ for a 10:00 am departure.

October 16: Expressive Arts making Oragami

October 23: No expressive arts today -- instead from 10 am - 12:30 pm we will be taking a Forest Bathing Fieldtrip to Aspen Corner up on the San Francisco Peaks to see the glorious fall colors. Bring your lunch, beverage, sun screen, hat and walking shoes and meet at CSCAZ for a 10:00 am departure.

October 30: Expressive Arts Making Yarn Gnomes

Do you want to learn how to use technology to stay connected and access health services?

Join us for Telehealth 101, a free workshop where we’ll show you how to access your medical records, sign up for CSCAZ programs, connect to telehealth and other technology services, find COVID resources. Whether you need help with wi-fi, passwords, ride-share apps, or social media, we’ve got you covered. When you register, be sure to fill out the survey that will be provided to let us know your needs and what you would like to learn.

Don’t miss this opportunity to boost your tech skills and confidence!

This program is supported by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) as part of a financial assistance award totaling $204,593 with 10% funded by CDC/HHS and 90% funded by non-government sources.  The contents are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of, nor an endorsement by CDC/HHS, or the US Government.

This support group is designed for Native Americans with a current or recent cancer diagnosis. In this group, we will provide a safe space to explore what cancer means in your life and in return you will find a community of individuals who will stand with you and who understand your story because they have lived it. The primary focus of this group is to support your emotional and social needs as we strive to be there for one another throughout the challenges of your cancer journey.

A brief interview is required to determine appropriate group placement. Please contact Cindy Payne at (928) 236-2333 or email NAZ@cscaz.org to schedule the interview before registering.

This program is being offered to you via Zoom only, which is a virtual/online platform that is FREE and accessible with any smartphone, laptop, desktop, or tablet. To access the Zoom link, please register here after completing your interview and login information will be sent to you with your confirmation email. You will also receive a reminder email the morning of the program with the same information.

For any questions, please contact a member of our staff directly at (602) 712-1006 or naz@cscaz.org    . Thank you.

Meet our Facilitator: Linda Ruvalcaba, MA, LPC (she/her/ella) is a proud Chicana and Bilingual Psychotherapist from Phoenix, Arizona. She graduated from Arizona State University in 2008 with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and from Northern Arizona University in 2011 with a Master of Arts in Counseling. Linda spent several years working in community mental health before starting her own therapy practice in 2019, Therapy Girl LLC. Linda specializes in trauma, anxiety, grief, and in working with the Latinx community, activists and community leaders.

This program is being offered to you via Zoom only, which is a virtual/online platform that is FREE and accessible with any smartphone, laptop, desktop, or tablet. To access the Zoom link, please register here and login information will be sent to you with your confirmation email.  You will also receive a reminder email the morning of the program with the same information.

For any questions, please contact a member of our staff directly at (602) 712-1006 or info@cscaz.org.  Thank you.

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In Anticancer Living, Cohen (2016) tells us, “Patients who exercised while undergoing chemo or radiation were more likely to have received all their treatments on time; experienced increased self-esteem and physical functioning; reported less brain fog and more mental clarity; experienced less fatigue and improved sleep; reported less nausea and improved appetite; experienced less nerve pain and numbness in extremities, had improved mood and less depression and anxiety; experienced shorter hospital stays and fewer trips to the doctor; and, most important, experienced a higher general quality of life” (p. 205). Sounds like a protocol we all should embrace. Healthy living through movement!

In honor of this life-sustaining practice, you are invited to join us in “15-minutes of movement” on Tuesdays and Thursdays. The sessions, which will be held on Zoom, will be at 9:30 and 4:30 pm. Take a break and enjoy 15 minutes that will help reinvigorate your day. Each day the movement will be a bit different so that we learn all sorts of different movement techniques to add to our daily movement quota.

This program is being offered to you via Zoom only, which is a virtual/online platform that is FREE and accessible with any smartphone, laptop, desktop, or tablet. To access the Zoom link, please register here and login information will be sent to you with your confirmation email. You will also receive a reminder email the morning of the program with the same information. For any questions, please contact a member of our staff directly at (602) 712-1006 or info@cscaz.org. Thank you.

This support group is open to anyone with a current or recent breast cancer diagnosis. In this group, we will provide a safe space to explore what cancer means in your life and in return you will find a community of individuals who will stand with you and who understand your story because they have lived it. The primary focus of this group is to support your emotional and social needs as we strive to be there for one another throughout the challenges of cancer.

A brief interview is required to determine appropriate group placement. Please call (602) 712-1006 or email support@cscaz.org to schedule the interview before registering.

This program is being offered to you via Zoom only, which is a virtual/online platform that is FREE and accessible with any smartphone, laptop, desktop, or tablet. To access the Zoom link, please register here after completing your interview and login information will be sent to you with your confirmation email. You will also receive a reminder email the morning of the program with the same information.

For any questions, please contact a member of our staff directly at (602) 712-1006 or support@cscaz.org    .  Thank you.

Learn simple strength and balance exercises with appropriate modifications for anyone at any level in this class. This is a live class with a virtual Instructor.

This program is being offered to you via Zoom only, which is a virtual/online platform that is FREE and accessible with any smartphone, laptop, desktop, or tablet. To access the Zoom link, please register here and login information will be sent to you with your confirmation email. You will also receive a reminder email the morning of the program with the same information.

For any questions, please contact a member of our staff directly at (602) 712-1006 or info@cscaz.org. Thank you.

This support group is designed for men only and is opened to those who have a current or recent cancer diagnosis. In this group, we will provide a safe space to explore what cancer means in your life and in return you will find a community of men who will stand beside you and who understand your story because they have lived it. The primary focus of this group is to support your emotional and social needs as we strive to be there for one another throughout the challenges of cancer.

A brief interview is required to determine appropriate group placement. Please call (602) 712-1006 or email support@cscaz.org to schedule the interview before registering.

This program is being offered to you via Zoom only, which is a virtual/online platform that is FREE and accessible with any smartphone, laptop, desktop, or tablet. To access the Zoom link, after completing your interview, please register here and login information will be sent to you with your confirmation email after registering. You will also receive a reminder email the morning of the program with the same information.

For any questions, please contact a member of our staff directly at (602) 712-1006 or support@cscaz.org. 

A gentle morning yoga class where you will be guided through a series of postures to release tension and stress from the body and bring calmness to the mind. This class sequence will include breath work, a seated warm up, an optional standing series, a seated cool down, and a meditative relaxation. We will unite gentle postures and mindful breathing to encourage mind and body connection and awareness. This class is suitable for all levels and will offer modification suggestions and access to props to support your body, wherever you are in your cancer journey.

My name is Chenoa and I am so excited to provide this safe space for you to start or deepen your practice. I completed my 200 hour yoga teacher training at Nexus Institute of Yoga and Wellness, a Yoga Alliance certified school. I am honored to be able to share my practice with you while incorporating a physical therapy approach to support healthy healing and improve overall well being.

In Anticancer Living, Cohen (2016) tells us, “Patients who exercised while undergoing chemo or radiation were more likely to have received all their treatments on time; experienced increased self-esteem and physical functioning; reported less brain fog and more mental clarity; experienced less fatigue and improved sleep; reported less nausea and improved appetite; experienced less nerve pain and numbness in extremities, had improved mood and less depression and anxiety; experienced shorter hospital stays and fewer trips to the doctor; and, most important, experienced a higher general quality of life” (p. 205). Sounds like a protocol we all should embrace. Healthy living through movement!

In honor of this life-sustaining practice, you are invited to join us in “15-minutes of movement” on Tuesdays and Thursdays. The sessions, which will be held on Zoom, will be at 9:30 and 4:30 pm. Take a break and enjoy 15 minutes that will help reinvigorate your day. Each day the movement will be a bit different so that we learn all sorts of different movement techniques to add to our daily movement quota.

This program is being offered to you via Zoom only, which is a virtual/online platform that is FREE and accessible with any smartphone, laptop, desktop, or tablet. To access the Zoom link, please register here and login information will be sent to you with your confirmation email. You will also receive a reminder email the morning of the program with the same information. For any questions, please contact a member of our staff directly at (602) 712-1006 or info@cscaz.org. Thank you.

Making art is a proven stress reducer and can build up your resiliency. We’ll explore a variety of mediums and instruction will be given during the class. You’ll receive an email letting you know what materials you’ll need to have on hand to participate in this class (typically, it’s very simple household items or common art supplies).

This program is being offered to you via Zoom only, which is a virtual/online platform that is FREE and accessible with any smartphone, laptop, desktop, or tablet. To access the Zoom link, please register here and login information will be sent to you with your confirmation email. You will also receive a reminder email the morning of the program with the same information. For any questions, please contact a member of our staff directly at (602) 712-1006 or info@cscaz.org . Thank you.

A brief interview is required to determine appropriate group placement. Please call (602) 712-1006 or email support@cscaz.org to schedule the interview before registering. 

This program is being offered to you via Zoom only, which is a virtual/online platform that is FREE and accessible with any smartphone, laptop, desktop, or tablet. To access the Zoom link, please register here after completing your interview and login information will be sent to you with your confirmation email. You will also receive a reminder email the morning of the program with the same information.

For any questions, please contact a member of our staff directly at (602) 712-1006 or support@cscaz.org.  Thank you.

This support group is open to anyone with a current or recent cancer diagnosis. In this group, we will provide a safe space to explore what cancer means in your life and in return you will find a community of individuals who will stand with you and who understand your story because they have lived it. The primary focus of this group is to support your emotional and social needs as we strive to be there for one another throughout the challenges of your cancer journey.

A brief interview is required to determine appropriate group placement. Please call (602) 712-1006 or email support@cscaz.org to schedule the interview before registering.

This program is being offered to you via Zoom only, which is a virtual/online platform that is FREE and accessible with any smartphone, laptop, desktop, or tablet. To access the Zoom link, please register here after completing your interview and login information will be sent to you with your confirmation email. You will also receive a reminder email the morning of the program with the same information.

For any questions, please contact a member of our staff directly at (602) 712-1006 or support@cscaz.org. Thank you.

This support group is open to those who have recently lost a loved one to cancer. In this group, we will provide a safe space to explore what cancer means in your life and in return you will find a community of individuals who will stand with you and who understand your story because they have lived it. The primary focus of this group is to support your emotional and social needs as we strive to be there for one another throughout the challenges of cancer. We will discuss the stages of loss, how to cope with grief and how to deal with anniversaries and other milestones in life.

A brief interview is required to determine appropriate group placement. Please call (602) 712-1006 or email support@cscaz.org to schedule the interview before registering.

This program is being offered to you via Zoom only, which is a virtual/online platform that is FREE and accessible with any smartphone, laptop, desktop, or tablet. To access the Zoom link, please register here after completing your interview and login information will be sent to you with your confirmation email. You will also receive a reminder email the morning of the program with the same information.

For any questions, please contact a member of our staff directly at (602) 712-1006 or support@cscaz.org . Thank you.

Welcome to Cancer Support Community Arizona! The Newcomer Orientation Meeting is open to anyone impacted by cancer, including cancer patients, their loved ones and caregivers. This orientation will be conducted live online and will include information about our free programs and classes, workshops, and events. During this virtual meeting, we will discuss how to get started with many of the programs available to you and your family!

This program is being offered to you via Zoom only, which is a virtual/online platform that is FREE and accessible with any smartphone, laptop, desktop, or tablet. To access the Zoom link, please register here and login information will be sent to you with your confirmation email. You will also receive a reminder email the morning of the program with the same information.

For any questions, please contact a member of our staff directly at (602) 712-1006 or info@cscaz.org. Thank you.

Welcome to Cancer Support Community Arizona! The Newcomer Orientation Meeting is open to anyone impacted by cancer, including cancer patients, their loved ones and caregivers. This orientation will be conducted live online and will include information about our free programs and classes, workshops, and events. During this virtual meeting, we will discuss how to get started with many of the programs available to you and your family!

This program is being offered to you in-person at our Palm Lane Campus. Please register here, You will also receive a reminder email the morning of the program.

For any questions, please contact a member of our staff directly at (602) 712-1006 or info@cscaz.org. Thank you.

Get connected with other youth ages 11 and older who have been impacted by cancer.  This group is a safe space to freely express emotions and thoughts about how cancer is affecting you, whether a personal diagnosis or that of a caregiver or loved one.  By incorporating fun activities like art and games, you will learn new coping skills for managing your emotions.  Bonus...cookies will be provided!

In-person participation is encouraged, but virtual attendance is also available if attending in-person is not feasible. There are only 10 spots available for in-person registration.

Please register here to attend in-person at our Phoenix campus or via Zoom, which is a virtual/online platform that is FREE and accessible with any smartphone, laptop, desktop, or tablet. To access the Zoom link, login information will be sent to you with your confirmation email after registering. You will also receive a reminder email the morning of the program with the same information.

Estamos encantados de darle la bienvenida a Cancer Support Community Arizona. Nuestra Reunión de Orientación para nuevos participantes está abierta a todas las personas afectadas por el cáncer y/o alguien cercano a ellos. Nuestra orientación se llevará a cabo en vivo en línea y contendrá información sobre nuestras opciones de programas, así como clases, eventos y talleres gratuitos. En esta sesión, discutiremos cómo comenzar con varios de los programas disponibles para usted y su familia.

NOTA ESPECIAL:

Cancer Support Community Arizona está cambiando este programa para que se celebre solo a través de Zoom, que es una plataforma virtual / en línea que es GRATUITA y accesible para usted a través de cualquier teléfono inteligente, computadora portátil, computadora de escritorio o tableta. Para acceder al enlace de Zoom, regístrese aquí y se le enviará por correo electrónico la información de inicio de session Si tiene preguntas, comuníquese con un miembro de nuestro personal directamente al (602) 712-1006 o info@cscaz.org

This support group is open to anyone with a current or recent cancer diagnosis. In this group, we will provide a safe space to explore what cancer means in your life and in return you will find a community of individuals who will stand with you and who understand your story because they have lived it. The primary focus of this group is to support your emotional and social needs as we strive to be there for one another throughout the challenges of cancer.

A brief interview is required to determine appropriate group placement. Please call (602) 712-1006 or email support@cscaz.org to schedule the interview before registering.

This program is being offered to you via Zoom only, which is a virtual/online platform that is FREE and accessible with any smartphone, laptop, desktop, or tablet. To access the Zoom link, after completing your interview, please register here and login information will be sent to you with your confirmation email after registering. You will also receive a reminder email the morning of the program with the same information.

For any questions, please contact a member of our staff directly at (602) 712-1006 or support@cscaz.org.  Thank you.

Learn about the therapeutic benefits of working with clay and create a personally meaningful piece of art. No experience is necessary. Materials will be provided. Please note that working with clay is a 2-step process. Participants will need to return to a subsequent class to glaze their artwork.

Originating from Japan, Jin Shin Jyutsu® is the ancient art of harmonizing the body’s energetic system. Learn the practice of light touch to help open these blocked pathways and restore the body’s energy to a more harmonious state.

This is an ongoing class that welcomes newcomers.  If this is your first time, you’ll find it helpful to view the 10 minute Jin Shin Jyutsu® intro video that you can find by clicking Here for our On Demand Programming Series.

This program is being offered to you via Zoom only, which is a virtual/online platform that is FREE and accessible with any smartphone, laptop, desktop, or tablet.  To access the Zoom link, please register here and login information will be sent to you with your confirmation email.  You will also receive a reminder email the morning of the program with the same information.

For questions, please contact a member of our staff directly at (602) 712-1006 or info@cscaz.org .  Thank you.

Join Christine Stephenson and John Mead for a relaxing Guided Meditation followed by a focused, Reiki healing session. Reiki is a form of energy healing geared toward enhancing relaxation and stress reduction. The combination of a Guided Meditation followed by a Reiki session will leave you in a peaceful and meditative state to help you along your healing journey.

This program is being offered to you via Zoom only, which is a virtual/online platform that is FREE and accessible with any smartphone, laptop, desktop, or tablet. To access the Zoom link, please register here and login information will be sent to you with your confirmation email.  You will also receive a reminder email the morning of the program with the same information.

For any questions, please contact a member of our staff directly at (602) 712-1006 or info@cscaz.org.  Thank you.

This support group is open to those who have a current or recent breast cancer diagnosis. In this group, we will provide a safe space to explore what cancer means in your life and in return you will find a community of individuals who will stand with you and who understand your story because they have lived it. The primary focus of this group is to support your emotional and social needs as we strive to be there for one another throughout the challenges of cancer.

A brief interview is required to determine appropriate group placement. Please call (928) 236-2333 or email NAZ@cscaz.org to schedule the interview before registering.

After completing the brief interview, please register here to attend in-person. Meetings are held at the Cancer Support Community, 914 N. San Francisco St., Flagstaff. Thank you.

The Japanese practice of shinrin yoku, or Forest Bathing, is good for both physical and mental wellbeing. It is proven to reduce stress hormone production, improve feelings of happiness and free up creativity, as well as lower heart rate and blood pressure, boost the immune system and accelerate recovery from illness.

This summer, we will be taking interesting field trips to special locations in Northern Arizona.  Pack your lunch and plenty of water and be on time for a 10:30 am departure on the following dates:

• On Wednesday, August 28 we will depart from CSCAZ at 10:30 am to take a Forest Bathing Fieldtrip to Fort Tuthill.   

If you are diagnosed with cancer that has metastasized (or spread) to other areas of the body, your needs may be different from those who have cancer at an earlier stage. In this group, we’ll provide a safe space to explore the unique ways in which cancer is impacting your life.  By building a community with others who “get it,” you can learn how to increase your quality of life and support one another through the ups and downs of a complex cancer journey. Led by a licensed clinician, this group is focused on increasing hope, empowerment, and community.

A brief interview is required to determine appropriate group placement. Please call (602) 712-1006 or email support@cscaz.org to schedule the interview before registering.

This program is being offered to you via Zoom only, which is a virtual/online platform that is FREE and accessible with any smartphone, laptop, desktop, or tablet. To access the Zoom link, after completing your interview, please register here and login information will be sent to you with your confirmation email after registering. You will also receive a reminder email the morning of the program with the same information.

A brief interview is required to determine appropriate group placement. Please call (602) 712-1006 or email support@cscaz.org to schedule the interview before registering. 

This program is being offered to you via Zoom only, which is a virtual/online platform that is FREE and accessible with any smartphone, laptop, desktop, or tablet. To access the Zoom link, please register here after completing your interview and login information will be sent to you with your confirmation email. You will also receive a reminder email the morning of the program with the same information.

For any questions, please contact a member of our staff directly at (602) 712-1006 or support@cscaz.org.  Thank you.

This support group is open to anyone with a current or recent cancer diagnosis. In this group, we will provide a safe space to explore what cancer means in your life and in return you will find a community of individuals who will stand with you and who understand your story because they have lived it. The primary focus of this group is to support your emotional and social needs as we strive to be there for one another throughout the challenges of your cancer journey.

A brief interview is required to determine appropriate group placement. Please call (602) 712-1006 or email support@cscaz.org to schedule the interview before registering.

This program is being offered to you via Zoom only, which is a virtual/online platform that is FREE and accessible with any smartphone, laptop, desktop, or tablet. To access the Zoom link, please register here after completing your interview and login information will be sent to you with your confirmation email. You will also receive a reminder email the morning of the program with the same information.

For any questions, please contact a member of our staff directly at (602) 712-1006 or support@cscaz.org. Thank you.

Grab some lined paper and a pen – that’s all you need! Writing images from one’s memory and imagination can be a healing act. According to studies, some individuals may benefit from participating in expressive writing as part of their supportive cancer treatment. The writing act can be a form of healing for patients dealing with a cancer diagnosis. Sue has been promoting journal writing as a tool for personal growth and self-care for many years. She prefers the term “therapeutic writing” believing It better explains the benefits inherent in its use. Research supports the effectiveness of writing to reduce hypertension and increase immune system functioning as well as many other benefits.

Taught by Sue Meyn, M C. She has presented to many organizations in Phoenix and now Flagstaff, and was a facilitator for groups at Cancer Support Community Arizona for seventeen years.

This program is being offered to you both in-person at our Flagstaff campus and via Zoom, which is a virtual/online platform that is FREE and accessible with any smartphone, laptop, desktop, or tablet. To access the Zoom link, please register here and login information will be sent to you with your confirmation email. You will also receive a reminder email the morning of the program with the same information.

For any questions, please contact a member of our staff directly at (602) 712-1006 or info@cscaz.org. Thank you.

This support group is open to anyone with a current or recent breast cancer diagnosis. In this group, we will provide a safe space to explore what cancer means in your life and in return you will find a community of individuals who will stand with you and who understand your story because they have lived it. The primary focus of this group is to support your emotional and social needs as we strive to be there for one another throughout the challenges of cancer.

A brief interview is required to determine appropriate group placement. Please call (602) 712-1006 or email support@cscaz.org to schedule the interview before registering.

This program is being offered to you via Zoom only, which is a virtual/online platform that is FREE and accessible with any smartphone, laptop, desktop, or tablet. To access the Zoom link, please register here after completing your interview and login information will be sent to you with your confirmation email. You will also receive a reminder email the morning of the program with the same information.

For any questions, please contact a member of our staff directly at (602) 712-1006 or support@cscaz.org    .  Thank you.

Learn simple strength and balance exercises with appropriate modifications for anyone at any level in this class. This is a live class with a virtual Instructor.

This program is being offered to you via Zoom only, which is a virtual/online platform that is FREE and accessible with any smartphone, laptop, desktop, or tablet. To access the Zoom link, please register here and login information will be sent to you with your confirmation email. You will also receive a reminder email the morning of the program with the same information.

For any questions, please contact a member of our staff directly at (602) 712-1006 or info@cscaz.org. Thank you.

This support group is designed for men only and is opened to those who have a current or recent cancer diagnosis. In this group, we will provide a safe space to explore what cancer means in your life and in return you will find a community of men who will stand beside you and who understand your story because they have lived it. The primary focus of this group is to support your emotional and social needs as we strive to be there for one another throughout the challenges of cancer.

A brief interview is required to determine appropriate group placement. Please call (602) 712-1006 or email support@cscaz.org to schedule the interview before registering.

This program is being offered to you via Zoom only, which is a virtual/online platform that is FREE and accessible with any smartphone, laptop, desktop, or tablet. To access the Zoom link, after completing your interview, please register here and login information will be sent to you with your confirmation email after registering. You will also receive a reminder email the morning of the program with the same information.

For any questions, please contact a member of our staff directly at (602) 712-1006 or support@cscaz.org. 

A gentle morning yoga class where you will be guided through a series of postures to release tension and stress from the body and bring calmness to the mind. This class sequence will include breath work, a seated warm up, an optional standing series, a seated cool down, and a meditative relaxation. We will unite gentle postures and mindful breathing to encourage mind and body connection and awareness. This class is suitable for all levels and will offer modification suggestions and access to props to support your body, wherever you are in your cancer journey.

My name is Chenoa and I am so excited to provide this safe space for you to start or deepen your practice. I completed my 200 hour yoga teacher training at Nexus Institute of Yoga and Wellness, a Yoga Alliance certified school. I am honored to be able to share my practice with you while incorporating a physical therapy approach to support healthy healing and improve overall well being.

We are pleased to announce a new movement program that our very own, Rachel Putman, will be leading immediately following Art/Clay.  

Rachel is excited to share what she's learned throughout her 30 plus years of studying karate and demonstrate why self-defense has statistically been shown to provide countless benefits to those that practice it.  

Below she has highlighted just a few examples:

• Kick starts your self-esteem
• Builds confidence
• Improves mental and emotional strength
• Develops body awareness
• Gives you the courage to overcome limits
• Boosts your physical health
• Helps you to become more assertive, but less hostile and aggressive
• Provides personal empowerment
• Decreases anxiety and makes you feel more effective as a person
• Enhances body positivity

Please come prepared wearing comfortable clothing and an open mind and heart.  We look forward to seeing you on Tuesday!

In Anticancer Living, Cohen (2016) tells us, “Patients who exercised while undergoing chemo or radiation were more likely to have received all their treatments on time; experienced increased self-esteem and physical functioning; reported less brain fog and more mental clarity; experienced less fatigue and improved sleep; reported less nausea and improved appetite; experienced less nerve pain and numbness in extremities, had improved mood and less depression and anxiety; experienced shorter hospital stays and fewer trips to the doctor; and, most important, experienced a higher general quality of life” (p. 205). Sounds like a protocol we all should embrace. Healthy living through movement!

In honor of this life-sustaining practice, you are invited to join us in “15-minutes of movement” on Tuesdays and Thursdays. The sessions, which will be held on Zoom, will be at 9:30 and 4:30 pm. Take a break and enjoy 15 minutes that will help reinvigorate your day. Each day the movement will be a bit different so that we learn all sorts of different movement techniques to add to our daily movement quota.

This program is being offered to you via Zoom only, which is a virtual/online platform that is FREE and accessible with any smartphone, laptop, desktop, or tablet. To access the Zoom link, please register here and login information will be sent to you with your confirmation email. You will also receive a reminder email the morning of the program with the same information. For any questions, please contact a member of our staff directly at (602) 712-1006 or info@cscaz.org. Thank you.

Expressive Arts focuses on projects that help participants explore the changes and challenges they find themselves in through various artistic methods. Appropriate class for cancer patients, caregivers, family members, and friends. No experience necessary. Materials provided for those pre-registered.

Each week we will be focused on a unique project:

October 2: Expressive Arts Making Fall Leaf Gardens

October 9: No expressive arts today -- instead from 10 am - 12:30 pm we will be taking a Forest Bathing Fieldtrip to Griffith Springs. Bring your lunch, beverage, sun screen, hat and walking shoes and meet at CSCAZ for a 10:00 am departure.

October 16: Expressive Arts making Oragami

October 23: No expressive arts today -- instead from 10 am - 12:30 pm we will be taking a Forest Bathing Fieldtrip to Aspen Corner up on the San Francisco Peaks to see the glorious fall colors. Bring your lunch, beverage, sun screen, hat and walking shoes and meet at CSCAZ for a 10:00 am departure.

October 30: Expressive Arts Making Yarn Gnomes

If you are diagnosed with cancer that has metastasized (or spread) to other areas of the body, your needs may be different from those who have cancer at an earlier stage. In this group, we’ll provide a safe space to explore the unique ways in which cancer is impacting your life.  By building a community with others who “get it,” you can learn how to increase your quality of life and support one another through the ups and downs of a complex cancer journey. Led by a licensed clinician, this group is focused on increasing hope, empowerment, and community.

A brief interview is required to determine appropriate group placement. Please call (602) 712-1006 or email support@cscaz.org to schedule the interview before registering.

This program is being offered to you via Zoom only, which is a virtual/online platform that is FREE and accessible with any smartphone, laptop, desktop, or tablet. To access the Zoom link, after completing your interview, please register here and login information will be sent to you with your confirmation email after registering. You will also receive a reminder email the morning of the program with the same information.

This support group is designed for Native Americans with a current or recent cancer diagnosis. In this group, we will provide a safe space to explore what cancer means in your life and in return you will find a community of individuals who will stand with you and who understand your story because they have lived it. The primary focus of this group is to support your emotional and social needs as we strive to be there for one another throughout the challenges of your cancer journey.

A brief interview is required to determine appropriate group placement. Please contact Cindy Payne at (928) 236-2333 or email NAZ@cscaz.org to schedule the interview before registering.

This program is being offered to you via Zoom only, which is a virtual/online platform that is FREE and accessible with any smartphone, laptop, desktop, or tablet. To access the Zoom link, please register here after completing your interview and login information will be sent to you with your confirmation email. You will also receive a reminder email the morning of the program with the same information.

For any questions, please contact a member of our staff directly at (602) 712-1006 or naz@cscaz.org    . Thank you.

This support group is open to anyone with a current or recent cancer diagnosis. In this group, we will provide a safe space to explore what cancer means in your life and in return you will find a community of individuals who will stand with you and who understand your story because they have lived it. The primary focus of this group is to support your emotional and social needs as we strive to be there for one another throughout the challenges of cancer.

While the group will be conducted at the HonorHealth Shea campus, individuals from other treatment providers are also welcome to attend. In-person participation is encouraged, but virtual attendance is also available if attending in-person is not feasible.

A brief interview is required to determine appropriate group placement. Please call (602) 712-1006 or email support@cscaz.org to schedule the interview before registering.

After completing the brief interview, please register here to attend in-person or virtually via Zoom, which is a virtual/online platform that is FREE and accessible with any smartphone, laptop, desktop, or tablet. To access the Zoom link, login information will be sent to you with your confirmation email after registering. You will also receive a reminder email the morning of the program with the same information.

For any questions, please contact a member of our staff directly at (602) 712-1006 or support@cscaz.org .  Thank you.

In Anticancer Living, Cohen (2016) tells us, “Patients who exercised while undergoing chemo or radiation were more likely to have received all their treatments on time; experienced increased self-esteem and physical functioning; reported less brain fog and more mental clarity; experienced less fatigue and improved sleep; reported less nausea and improved appetite; experienced less nerve pain and numbness in extremities, had improved mood and less depression and anxiety; experienced shorter hospital stays and fewer trips to the doctor; and, most important, experienced a higher general quality of life” (p. 205). Sounds like a protocol we all should embrace. Healthy living through movement!

In honor of this life-sustaining practice, you are invited to join us in “15-minutes of movement” on Tuesdays and Thursdays. The sessions, which will be held on Zoom, will be at 9:30 and 4:30 pm. Take a break and enjoy 15 minutes that will help reinvigorate your day. Each day the movement will be a bit different so that we learn all sorts of different movement techniques to add to our daily movement quota.

This program is being offered to you via Zoom only, which is a virtual/online platform that is FREE and accessible with any smartphone, laptop, desktop, or tablet. To access the Zoom link, please register here and login information will be sent to you with your confirmation email. You will also receive a reminder email the morning of the program with the same information. For any questions, please contact a member of our staff directly at (602) 712-1006 or info@cscaz.org. Thank you.

This support group is open to anyone with a current or recent breast cancer diagnosis. In this group, we will provide a safe space to explore what cancer means in your life and in return you will find a community of individuals who will stand with you and who understand your story because they have lived it. The primary focus of this group is to support your emotional and social needs as we strive to be there for one another throughout the challenges of cancer.

A brief interview is required to determine appropriate group placement. Please call (602) 712-1006 or email support@cscaz.org to schedule the interview before registering.

This program is being offered to you via Zoom only, which is a virtual/online platform that is FREE and accessible with any smartphone, laptop, desktop, or tablet. To access the Zoom link, please register here after completing your interview and login information will be sent to you with your confirmation email. You will also receive a reminder email the morning of the program with the same information.

For any questions, please contact a member of our staff directly at (602) 712-1006 or support@cscaz.org    .  Thank you.

El Arte Neurográfico fue creado por

Pavel Piskarev en 2014

Reconocido como Arte de Cambio Positivo

Capta el cómo el ser interior reacciona al mundo exterior

?Puede transformar visualmente nuestro temor y caos y nuestros retos en algo calmado, pacífico y hermoso.

One of the biggest concerns people have when going through a cancer journey is that there’s going to be a lot of pain.  While some discomfort is inevitable during and after treatment, that doesn’t mean you have to suffer.  Join Jennifer Sander, LPC (CSCAZ group facilitator and therapist specializing in medical trauma) and Savannah Reese, MA for this educational seminar designed to: (a) provide information about the differences between acute and chronic pain, (b) explore what recent research in psychology and neuroscience tells us about the treatment of chronic pain, and (c) introduce new skills you can use to cope effectively.  Copies of the presentation will be available, so please RSVP to ensure enough are printed.  Let’s join together to help you increase your quality of life and cope effectively with pain. 

Welcome to the "Support Circle", a welcoming space for individuals navigating a cancer diagnosis. Led by compassionate facilitators, this safe and confidential environment fosters connections, shares insights, and explores well-being strategies. Join our community to exchange experiences and find strength among others on similar journeys. You're not alone; together, let's navigate this path to healing.

New in 2024, Rise and Recharge is our monthly Saturday half-day, drop-in program. Rise and Recharge feature activities for you and your family, and you can participate in as many programs as you would like, including educational sessions, healthy lifestyle classes and games, plus newcomer orientation for those joining us for the first time.

If this will be your first time joining us, we strongly recommend you attend the Newcomer Orientation at 9 AM.

Estamos encantados de darle la bienvenida a Cancer Support Community Arizona. Nuestra Reunión de Orientación para nuevos participantes está abierta a todas las personas afectadas por el cáncer y/o alguien cercano a ellos. Nuestra orientación se llevará a cabo en vivo en línea y contendrá información sobre nuestras opciones de programas, así como clases, eventos y talleres gratuitos. En esta sesión, discutiremos cómo comenzar con varios de los programas disponibles para usted y su familia.

NOTA ESPECIAL:

Cancer Support Community Arizona está cambiando este programa para que se celebre solo a través de Zoom, que es una plataforma virtual / en línea que es GRATUITA y accesible para usted a través de cualquier teléfono inteligente, computadora portátil, computadora de escritorio o tableta. Para acceder al enlace de Zoom, regístrese aquí y se le enviará por correo electrónico la información de inicio de session Si tiene preguntas, comuníquese con un miembro de nuestro personal directamente al (602) 712-1006 o info@cscaz.org

This support group is open to anyone with a current or recent cancer diagnosis. In this group, we will provide a safe space to explore what cancer means in your life and in return you will find a community of individuals who will stand with you and who understand your story because they have lived it. The primary focus of this group is to support your emotional and social needs as we strive to be there for one another throughout the challenges of cancer.

A brief interview is required to determine appropriate group placement. Please call (602) 712-1006 or email support@cscaz.org to schedule the interview before registering.

This program is being offered to you via Zoom only, which is a virtual/online platform that is FREE and accessible with any smartphone, laptop, desktop, or tablet. To access the Zoom link, after completing your interview, please register here and login information will be sent to you with your confirmation email after registering. You will also receive a reminder email the morning of the program with the same information.

For any questions, please contact a member of our staff directly at (602) 712-1006 or support@cscaz.org.  Thank you.

This support group is designed for men only and is opened to those who have a current or recent cancer diagnosis. In this group, we will provide a safe space to explore what cancer means in your life and in return you will find a community of men who will stand beside you and who understand your story because they have lived it. The primary focus of this group is to support your emotional and social needs as we strive to be there for one another throughout the challenges of cancer.

A brief interview is required to determine appropriate group placement. Please call (602) 712-1006 or email support@cscaz.org to schedule the interview before registering.

This program is being offered to you via Zoom only, which is a virtual/online platform that is FREE and accessible with any smartphone, laptop, desktop, or tablet. To access the Zoom link, after completing your interview, please register here and login information will be sent to you with your confirmation email after registering. You will also receive a reminder email the morning of the program with the same information.

For any questions, please contact a member of our staff directly at (602) 712-1006 or support@cscaz.org. 

A gentle morning yoga class where you will be guided through a series of postures to release tension and stress from the body and bring calmness to the mind. This class sequence will include breath work, a seated warm up, an optional standing series, a seated cool down, and a meditative relaxation. We will unite gentle postures and mindful breathing to encourage mind and body connection and awareness. This class is suitable for all levels and will offer modification suggestions and access to props to support your body, wherever you are in your cancer journey.

My name is Chenoa and I am so excited to provide this safe space for you to start or deepen your practice. I completed my 200 hour yoga teacher training at Nexus Institute of Yoga and Wellness, a Yoga Alliance certified school. I am honored to be able to share my practice with you while incorporating a physical therapy approach to support healthy healing and improve overall well being.

In Anticancer Living, Cohen (2016) tells us, “Patients who exercised while undergoing chemo or radiation were more likely to have received all their treatments on time; experienced increased self-esteem and physical functioning; reported less brain fog and more mental clarity; experienced less fatigue and improved sleep; reported less nausea and improved appetite; experienced less nerve pain and numbness in extremities, had improved mood and less depression and anxiety; experienced shorter hospital stays and fewer trips to the doctor; and, most important, experienced a higher general quality of life” (p. 205). Sounds like a protocol we all should embrace. Healthy living through movement!

In honor of this life-sustaining practice, you are invited to join us in “15-minutes of movement” on Tuesdays and Thursdays. The sessions, which will be held on Zoom, will be at 9:30 and 4:30 pm. Take a break and enjoy 15 minutes that will help reinvigorate your day. Each day the movement will be a bit different so that we learn all sorts of different movement techniques to add to our daily movement quota.

This program is being offered to you via Zoom only, which is a virtual/online platform that is FREE and accessible with any smartphone, laptop, desktop, or tablet. To access the Zoom link, please register here and login information will be sent to you with your confirmation email. You will also receive a reminder email the morning of the program with the same information. For any questions, please contact a member of our staff directly at (602) 712-1006 or info@cscaz.org. Thank you.

With thoughtful, caring and expert instruction, the staff and volunteers of The Walter Hive will lead you through Expressive Arts classes that focus on exploring the changes and challenges you are facing through various artistic methods. This class is only open to 15 people and will take place at The Walter Hive in Scottsdale, so register today. We kindly ask that you be on time to ensure class begins on time. When you arrive at The Walter Hive, look for the giant double doors for access.

The Japanese practice of shinrin yoku, or Forest Bathing, is good for both physical and mental wellbeing. It is proven to reduce stress hormone production, improve feelings of happiness and free up creativity, as well as lower heart rate and blood pressure, boost the immune system and accelerate recovery from illness.

This summer, we will be taking interesting field trips to special locations in Northern Arizona.  Pack your lunch and plenty of water and be on time for a 10:30 am departure on the following dates:

• On Wednesday, August 28 we will depart from CSCAZ at 10:30 am to take a Forest Bathing Fieldtrip to Fort Tuthill.   

If you are diagnosed with cancer that has metastasized (or spread) to other areas of the body, your needs may be different from those who have cancer at an earlier stage. In this group, we’ll provide a safe space to explore the unique ways in which cancer is impacting your life.  By building a community with others who “get it,” you can learn how to increase your quality of life and support one another through the ups and downs of a complex cancer journey. Led by a licensed clinician, this group is focused on increasing hope, empowerment, and community.

A brief interview is required to determine appropriate group placement. Please call (602) 712-1006 or email support@cscaz.org to schedule the interview before registering.

This program is being offered to you via Zoom only, which is a virtual/online platform that is FREE and accessible with any smartphone, laptop, desktop, or tablet. To access the Zoom link, after completing your interview, please register here and login information will be sent to you with your confirmation email after registering. You will also receive a reminder email the morning of the program with the same information.

A brief interview is required to determine appropriate group placement. Please call (602) 712-1006 or email support@cscaz.org to schedule the interview before registering. 

This program is being offered to you via Zoom only, which is a virtual/online platform that is FREE and accessible with any smartphone, laptop, desktop, or tablet. To access the Zoom link, please register here after completing your interview and login information will be sent to you with your confirmation email. You will also receive a reminder email the morning of the program with the same information.

For any questions, please contact a member of our staff directly at (602) 712-1006 or support@cscaz.org.  Thank you.

This support group is open to anyone with a current or recent cancer diagnosis. In this group, we will provide a safe space to explore what cancer means in your life and in return you will find a community of individuals who will stand with you and who understand your story because they have lived it. The primary focus of this group is to support your emotional and social needs as we strive to be there for one another throughout the challenges of your cancer journey.

A brief interview is required to determine appropriate group placement. Please call (602) 712-1006 or email support@cscaz.org to schedule the interview before registering.

This program is being offered to you via Zoom only, which is a virtual/online platform that is FREE and accessible with any smartphone, laptop, desktop, or tablet. To access the Zoom link, please register here after completing your interview and login information will be sent to you with your confirmation email. You will also receive a reminder email the morning of the program with the same information.

For any questions, please contact a member of our staff directly at (602) 712-1006 or support@cscaz.org. Thank you.

This support group is open to anyone with a current or recent cancer diagnosis. In this group, we will provide a safe space to explore what cancer means in your life and in return you will find a community of individuals who will stand with you and who understand your story because they have lived it. The primary focus of this group is to support your emotional and social needs as we strive to be there for one another throughout the challenges of cancer.

While the group will be conducted at the HonorHealth Shea campus, individuals from other treatment providers are also welcome to attend. In-person participation is encouraged, but virtual attendance is also available if attending in-person is not feasible.

A brief interview is required to determine appropriate group placement. Please call (602) 712-1006 or email support@cscaz.org to schedule the interview before registering.

After completing the brief interview, please register here to attend in-person or virtually via Zoom, which is a virtual/online platform that is FREE and accessible with any smartphone, laptop, desktop, or tablet. To access the Zoom link, login information will be sent to you with your confirmation email after registering. You will also receive a reminder email the morning of the program with the same information.

For any questions, please contact a member of our staff directly at (602) 712-1006 or support@cscaz.org .  Thank you.

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Discover effective strategies to manage common side effects of chemotherapy with both medications and non-medicated therapies. Learn about over-the-counter products that can help and receive a comprehensive handout with recommendations.

Don't miss out on this informative session! See you there!

This support group is open to anyone with a current or recent breast cancer diagnosis. In this group, we will provide a safe space to explore what cancer means in your life and in return you will find a community of individuals who will stand with you and who understand your story because they have lived it. The primary focus of this group is to support your emotional and social needs as we strive to be there for one another throughout the challenges of cancer.

A brief interview is required to determine appropriate group placement. Please call (602) 712-1006 or email support@cscaz.org to schedule the interview before registering.

This program is being offered to you via Zoom only, which is a virtual/online platform that is FREE and accessible with any smartphone, laptop, desktop, or tablet. To access the Zoom link, please register here after completing your interview and login information will be sent to you with your confirmation email. You will also receive a reminder email the morning of the program with the same information.

For any questions, please contact a member of our staff directly at (602) 712-1006 or support@cscaz.org    .  Thank you.

This support group is designed for men only and is opened to those who have a current or recent cancer diagnosis. In this group, we will provide a safe space to explore what cancer means in your life and in return you will find a community of men who will stand beside you and who understand your story because they have lived it. The primary focus of this group is to support your emotional and social needs as we strive to be there for one another throughout the challenges of cancer.

A brief interview is required to determine appropriate group placement. Please call (602) 712-1006 or email support@cscaz.org to schedule the interview before registering.

This program is being offered to you via Zoom only, which is a virtual/online platform that is FREE and accessible with any smartphone, laptop, desktop, or tablet. To access the Zoom link, after completing your interview, please register here and login information will be sent to you with your confirmation email after registering. You will also receive a reminder email the morning of the program with the same information.

For any questions, please contact a member of our staff directly at (602) 712-1006 or support@cscaz.org. 

A gentle morning yoga class where you will be guided through a series of postures to release tension and stress from the body and bring calmness to the mind. This class sequence will include breath work, a seated warm up, an optional standing series, a seated cool down, and a meditative relaxation. We will unite gentle postures and mindful breathing to encourage mind and body connection and awareness. This class is suitable for all levels and will offer modification suggestions and access to props to support your body, wherever you are in your cancer journey.

My name is Chenoa and I am so excited to provide this safe space for you to start or deepen your practice. I completed my 200 hour yoga teacher training at Nexus Institute of Yoga and Wellness, a Yoga Alliance certified school. I am honored to be able to share my practice with you while incorporating a physical therapy approach to support healthy healing and improve overall well being.

In Anticancer Living, Cohen (2016) tells us, “Patients who exercised while undergoing chemo or radiation were more likely to have received all their treatments on time; experienced increased self-esteem and physical functioning; reported less brain fog and more mental clarity; experienced less fatigue and improved sleep; reported less nausea and improved appetite; experienced less nerve pain and numbness in extremities, had improved mood and less depression and anxiety; experienced shorter hospital stays and fewer trips to the doctor; and, most important, experienced a higher general quality of life” (p. 205). Sounds like a protocol we all should embrace. Healthy living through movement!

In honor of this life-sustaining practice, you are invited to join us in “15-minutes of movement” on Tuesdays and Thursdays. The sessions, which will be held on Zoom, will be at 9:30 and 4:30 pm. Take a break and enjoy 15 minutes that will help reinvigorate your day. Each day the movement will be a bit different so that we learn all sorts of different movement techniques to add to our daily movement quota.

This program is being offered to you via Zoom only, which is a virtual/online platform that is FREE and accessible with any smartphone, laptop, desktop, or tablet. To access the Zoom link, please register here and login information will be sent to you with your confirmation email. You will also receive a reminder email the morning of the program with the same information. For any questions, please contact a member of our staff directly at (602) 712-1006 or info@cscaz.org. Thank you.

Expressive Arts focuses on projects that help participants explore the changes and challenges they find themselves in through various artistic methods. Appropriate class for cancer patients, caregivers, family members, and friends. No experience necessary. Materials provided for those pre-registered.

Each week we will be focused on a unique project:

October 2: Expressive Arts Making Fall Leaf Gardens

October 9: No expressive arts today -- instead from 10 am - 12:30 pm we will be taking a Forest Bathing Fieldtrip to Griffith Springs. Bring your lunch, beverage, sun screen, hat and walking shoes and meet at CSCAZ for a 10:00 am departure.

October 16: Expressive Arts making Oragami

October 23: No expressive arts today -- instead from 10 am - 12:30 pm we will be taking a Forest Bathing Fieldtrip to Aspen Corner up on the San Francisco Peaks to see the glorious fall colors. Bring your lunch, beverage, sun screen, hat and walking shoes and meet at CSCAZ for a 10:00 am departure.

October 30: Expressive Arts Making Yarn Gnomes

If you are diagnosed with cancer that has metastasized (or spread) to other areas of the body, your needs may be different from those who have cancer at an earlier stage. In this group, we’ll provide a safe space to explore the unique ways in which cancer is impacting your life.  By building a community with others who “get it,” you can learn how to increase your quality of life and support one another through the ups and downs of a complex cancer journey. Led by a licensed clinician, this group is focused on increasing hope, empowerment, and community.

A brief interview is required to determine appropriate group placement. Please call (602) 712-1006 or email support@cscaz.org to schedule the interview before registering.

This program is being offered to you via Zoom only, which is a virtual/online platform that is FREE and accessible with any smartphone, laptop, desktop, or tablet. To access the Zoom link, after completing your interview, please register here and login information will be sent to you with your confirmation email after registering. You will also receive a reminder email the morning of the program with the same information.

A brief interview is required to determine appropriate group placement. Please call (602) 712-1006 or email support@cscaz.org to schedule the interview before registering. 

This program is being offered to you via Zoom only, which is a virtual/online platform that is FREE and accessible with any smartphone, laptop, desktop, or tablet. To access the Zoom link, please register here after completing your interview and login information will be sent to you with your confirmation email. You will also receive a reminder email the morning of the program with the same information.

For any questions, please contact a member of our staff directly at (602) 712-1006 or support@cscaz.org.  Thank you.

This support group is open to anyone with a current or recent cancer diagnosis. In this group, we will provide a safe space to explore what cancer means in your life and in return you will find a community of individuals who will stand with you and who understand your story because they have lived it. The primary focus of this group is to support your emotional and social needs as we strive to be there for one another throughout the challenges of your cancer journey.

A brief interview is required to determine appropriate group placement. Please call (602) 712-1006 or email support@cscaz.org to schedule the interview before registering.

This program is being offered to you via Zoom only, which is a virtual/online platform that is FREE and accessible with any smartphone, laptop, desktop, or tablet. To access the Zoom link, please register here after completing your interview and login information will be sent to you with your confirmation email. You will also receive a reminder email the morning of the program with the same information.

For any questions, please contact a member of our staff directly at (602) 712-1006 or support@cscaz.org. Thank you.

Meet our Facilitator: Linda Ruvalcaba, MA, LPC (she/her/ella) is a proud Chicana and Bilingual Psychotherapist from Phoenix, Arizona. She graduated from Arizona State University in 2008 with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and from Northern Arizona University in 2011 with a Master of Arts in Counseling. Linda spent several years working in community mental health before starting her own therapy practice in 2019, Therapy Girl LLC. Linda specializes in trauma, anxiety, grief, and in working with the Latinx community, activists and community leaders.

This program is being offered to you via Zoom only, which is a virtual/online platform that is FREE and accessible with any smartphone, laptop, desktop, or tablet. To access the Zoom link, please register here and login information will be sent to you with your confirmation email.  You will also receive a reminder email the morning of the program with the same information.

For any questions, please contact a member of our staff directly at (602) 712-1006 or info@cscaz.org.  Thank you.

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This support group is designed for anyone who has a cancer diagnosis. the group starts on September 5th and meets weekly on Thursdays. If you would like a safe place to explore what cancer means in your life, to find community of people who have your back, and to know there are others who understand you story because they are living it, this is the support group for you.

We ask that all interested participants schedule a pre-group interview before attending group by calling (928)236-2333 or email NAZ@cscaz.org

This support group is open to anyone with a current or recent cancer diagnosis. In this group, we will provide a safe space to explore what cancer means in your life and in return you will find a community of individuals who will stand with you and who understand your story because they have lived it. The primary focus of this group is to support your emotional and social needs as we strive to be there for one another throughout the challenges of cancer.

While the group will be conducted at the HonorHealth Shea campus, individuals from other treatment providers are also welcome to attend. In-person participation is encouraged, but virtual attendance is also available if attending in-person is not feasible.

A brief interview is required to determine appropriate group placement. Please call (602) 712-1006 or email support@cscaz.org to schedule the interview before registering.

After completing the brief interview, please register here to attend in-person or virtually via Zoom, which is a virtual/online platform that is FREE and accessible with any smartphone, laptop, desktop, or tablet. To access the Zoom link, login information will be sent to you with your confirmation email after registering. You will also receive a reminder email the morning of the program with the same information.

For any questions, please contact a member of our staff directly at (602) 712-1006 or support@cscaz.org .  Thank you.