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Yoga

Yoga is offered to patients of the Cancer Center and mats are provided. 

Practicing yoga since 2003, Holly Davidson leads these classes. She is a certified yoga teacher and is currently studying Yoga Therapy. She has her own studio in Ferndale and is certified through the Yoga Alliance as a Registered Yoga Teacher. Holly believes the more we get to know our bodies, the better we are able to compassionately take care of ourselves and live each day more fully. 
  • When: Tuesdays at 12:00 p.m. 
  • Location: PeaceHealth St. Joseph Cancer Center, Conference Room 
  • Cost: Free to all cancer patients 
  • Register: No registration necessary

Nutrition & Cancer Management

Learn about the importance of nutrition during cancer treatment, including tips on managing treatment-related symptoms. Our Registered Dietitian will also discuss the role of nutrition in cancer prevention and recurrence. 
  • When: The third Thursday of every month from 10:30-11:30 a.m. 
  • Location: PeaceHealth St. Joseph Cancer Center 
  • Cost: Free to all cancer patients 
  • Register: No registration necessary

Wig, Hat & Scarf Bank

Wigs, hats and scarves are available for free to PeaceHealth Cancer Center patients. 

Survivorship Resource Center

Volunteers staff the Survivorship Resource Center Library full-time, assisting patients and their families with all types of services, including finding information and resources and checking out books (free of charge).

Patient Journal

We offer a patient journal that guides people through treatment and assists them in keeping track of appointment schedules, test results, medication lists and other resources. 

Look Good, Feel Better

A joint service of the American Cancer Society, Look Good...Feel Better is designed to teach women undergoing treatment how to use makeup, wigs and scarves to enhance appearance and boost spirits. Cosmetic samples and makeovers are available. 
  • When: The second Monday of every other month
  • Location: PeaceHealth St. Joseph Cancer Center
  • Cost: Free to all cancer patients
  • Register: Contact us for dates, times and to register 

Healing Through Creativity

Skilled volunteers of the Cancer Center teach painting with watercolors and acrylics. 
  • When: Wednesdays from 1:30-3:30 p.m.
  • Location: PeaceHealth St. Joseph Cancer Center 
  • Cost: Free to all cancer patients
  • Register: Contact us for dates, times and to register (space is limited)
  • All supplies are provided, but participants must be at least 18 years of age

Fit vs. Fatigue

The PeaceHealth St. Joseph Cancer Center and Bellingham Athletic Club have partnered together for the benefit of local cancer patients to combat fatigue during cancer treatment.

It has been proven that nutrition and exercise can help reduce fatigue and actually yield more energy. 

Local patients, with their doctor’s permission, can qualify for a free membership to the Bellingham Athletic Club during their treatment time. Patients start with a 60-day membership and may choose to extend their membership if they are still using the facility after 60 days.  

For more information, contact Carol Brumet​, Cancer Center Outreach Coordinator, at (360) 788-8220.

Complementary Therapies Program

Our Complementary Therapies Program currently has licensed practitioners in massage, Reiki therapy and acupuncture. All of these modalities provide physical, emotional and spiritual support throughout a patient’s medical treatments. Used with - not instead of - medical care, this approach encourages the mind-body connection for healing and is offered to cancer patients receiving treatment locally. Registration is required and therapies are offered based on volunteer availability. 

These programs are available for free to PeaceHealth cancer patients. Contact us for more information.
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