Virtual reality for patients
By Suzanne Asselin Visiting Rome, Jerusalem and other scenic locales while receiving chemotherapy treatment in the Segal Cancer Centre’s oncology clinic is now possible thanks to Virtual Reality (VR) technology. This new therapeutic approach has been realized with he...
New look has Hope & Cope connection
Thanks to Hope & Cope volunteer Heleena Wiltzer, volunteers throughout the Jewish General Hospital are sporting a new look, modeled here by volunteer Beth Stutman. A long-time volunteer and donor to the hospital, Heleena has always been proud of her association...
Hope and Cope has such talent
By Sonia Hazan Today, we will meet Sandy Lipkus, an accomplished 21-year Hope & Cope veteran who is in charge of our team of volunteers in the Radio-oncology Department at the Jewish General Hospital. Before Sandy joined Hope & Cope in 2000, she was already a...
Volunteers bring empathy and understanding to their roles as support group facilitators
By Marylin Smith Carsley A cancer diagnosis can be isolating, which is why support groups are so essential to the recovery process. The promise of support enables individuals to accept their diagnosis, and embark on the emotional and physical path of treatment. Hope...Meet our Donors: Marlene and Joel King
By Hena Kon As generous philanthropists, Immediate Past Co-Chairs and current Board members, Marlene and Joel King are true champions of Hope & Cope in every sense of the word. No strangers to cancer – each of their fathers died of the disease – they are...Upcoming Events
Mar
23
Thu
10:00 am
Mourning Walk
@ Smith House, Mount-Royal Park
Mourning Walk
@ Smith House, Mount-Royal Park
Mar 23 @ 10:00 am – 11:30 am
Weekly walks in peaceful surroundings with others who are grieving the loss of a loved one due to cancer. Start time is 10 a.m. at Smith House in Mount Royal Park. For more information or[...]
12:00 pm
Open Art Studio and tea – in person
@ Hope & Cope Cancer Wellness Centre
Open Art Studio and tea – in person
@ Hope & Cope Cancer Wellness Centre
Mar 23 @ 12:00 pm – 1:30 pm
Free sessions for cancer survivors and caregivers. Self expression through art.
1:00 pm
Group Reiki – online
@ Hope & Cope online
Group Reiki – online
@ Hope & Cope online
Mar 23 @ 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm
Reiki is a Japanese method of channeling energy that can help achieve peace of mind and physical well-being. Two Reiki masters will lead this workshop that will include an introduction to Reiki and 20 minutes[...]
2:00 pm
Reiki Thursdays – in person
@ Hope & Cope Cancer Wellness Centre
Reiki Thursdays – in person
@ Hope & Cope Cancer Wellness Centre
Mar 23 @ 2:00 pm – 4:15 pm
Membership required. Free 1-on-1 Reiki sessions for cancer survivors and caregivers. By appointment only. Please register at the reception desk or call 514 340-3616.
Mar
24
Fri
10:30 am
Feel-Good Yoga – online
@ Hope & Cope online
Feel-Good Yoga – online
@ Hope & Cope online
Mar 24 @ 10:30 am – 11:45 am
The practice of this form of exercise aims to achieve a state of peace and relaxation. The class emphasizes gentle movement, breathing techniques and relaxation and has three main benefits: it calms the nervous system,[...]
Mar
27
Mon
1:00 pm
Gentle Workout with Anh Thy – in...
@ Hope & Cope Cancer Wellness Centre
Gentle Workout with Anh Thy – in...
@ Hope & Cope Cancer Wellness Centre
Mar 27 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Enjoy these easy bodyweight exercises to strengthen your muscles. For Cancer Survivors only. Registration mandatory with Anh Thy: 514 340-3616, ext 212 or anh.thy.lequang.ccomtl@ssss.gouv.qc.ca. Physical Activities* *DISCLAIMER: For your safety, BEFORE you register for any[...]
3:00 pm
Voices of Hope Choir – online
@ Hope & Cope online
Voices of Hope Choir – online
@ Hope & Cope online
Mar 27 @ 3:00 pm – 5:00 pm
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER Membership required. Open to cancer survivors, caregivers and volunteers.
7:00 pm
Webinar: Understanding your Ment...
@ Hope & Cope online
Webinar: Understanding your Ment...
@ Hope & Cope online
Mar 27 @ 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
During this free online webinar, you will better understand your mental health with Lauren Deckelbaum To register, click registration.
Mar
28
Tue
10:30 am
Workshop: The Toolbox against St...
@ Hope & Cope Cancer Wellness Centre
Workshop: The Toolbox against St...
@ Hope & Cope Cancer Wellness Centre
Mar 28 @ 10:30 am – 11:30 am
Join us for our interactive in person workshop on The Toolbox Against Stress. Learn about the benefits of journaling, music therapy and other coping mechanisms! Space is limited, so register early! Hosted by McGill nursing students:[...]
1:00 pm
Relaxation et thé – en français ...
@ Hope & Cope in-person
Relaxation et thé – en français ...
@ Hope & Cope in-person
Mar 28 @ 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
In French. In-person event, call to register at 514-340-3616. Open to cancer survivors and their caregivers.