September 2019 Issue 105

Support Groups~Drop in!

Weekly Cancer Support Group All types of cancer & caregivers welcome.

Every Wednesday 6:00 - 7:30 pm

Breast Cancer Funded by The Breast Cancer Fund of OH

Tues., Sept. 10th & 24th 6:00 -7:30 pm

Caregiver Meeting

Tues., Sept. 10th & 24th 6:00 -7:30 pm

Blood Cancer In Partnership with: L & L Society

Mon., Sept. 9th 6:00 - 7:30 pm

Daytime Cancer Support Group All types of cancer & caregivers welcome.

Mon., Sept. 16th 1:00 - 2:30 pm/ Held at: TVC@Perrysburg

Young Cancer Survivors For those in their 20’s, 30’s, and 40’s

Offered in partnership with Mercy Health

Thurs., Sept. 5th 6:00 - 7:30 pm/ Held at: TVC@Perrysburg

Main Office: 5532 W. Central Ave. Suite B | Toledo, OH 43615-0713 | 419-531-7600 | www.thevictorycenter.org | Facebook Hours: Mon, Tues, Thurs 8am-4pm | Wed 8am-7pm | Fri 8am-3pm | 2nd Sat every month 10am-2pm

Healing Service

Tuesday, Sept. 17th 7:00pm-8:00pm

Join us in the Sanctuary of Epworth United Methodist Church for this monthly service that provides an op-portunity for prayer, reflection and meditation. Other guests welcome, too. The service includes music, Scripture reading and anointing with intercessory prayer (if desired). PLEASE RSVP to TVC. SIGN IN at the church when you attend.

4855 W. Central Ave. Toledo, OH 43615

This is basic hula hoop so no prior knowledge or skill is needed, just a desire to learn and have fun. Adult size hula hoops will be provided. Wear comfortable clothing and supportive flat shoes (like sneakers). Physical benefits include: builds core strength, reduc-es stress & increases vitality, & tones entire body. Instructor: Glenna Frey, RN, MSN, Certified Hoopnoti-ca Instructor. Sponsored by ProMedica. Limit 8. RSVP.

Hula Hoop for Fitness & Fun!

Wed., Sept. 18th 11:30am-12:30pm

Dot Art

Wed., Sept. 25th 1:00pm-3:00pm

Using dots to make an image is the focus of this art class. Join Dottie as she leads you through finding a design or concept for your project and teaches you how to

be successful with this simple technique. Various dot sizes may also add visual interest to your design. Relax and accomplish amazing results...one dot at a time! Facilitator: Dottie Huls, retired art teacher and survivor. Class limit of 15. RSVP.

Register Early! LADIES ONLY, please join us for this special opportunity to discuss intimacy issues ranging from reestablishing closeness to exploring sexuality after a diagnosis. Speakers will be Alyssa Kitts, PA-C, Gynecology Oncology, and Tina Kerr, RN, representative for Pure Romance products. You may anonymously submit questions when you register. Wine, cheese, and desserts will be served. Sorry, no children allowed. Doors open at 5:30pm. RSVP. Limit 24 Offered through a partnership through Mercy Health and The Victory Center.

Alyssa Kitts, PA-C, will speak on, “Intimacy Issues for Cancer Survivors: Keeping Intimacy Alive”

Addressing the overview of sexual health for all female cancer patients

Outcome of oncology treatment plans affecting women’s sexual health

Commenting on how providers can best serve the female need for sexual health discussion

Implementation of a new Female Sexual Health Initiative including treatments and resources for women

Wednesday Sept. 25th 6-8:00pm

TVC@Perrysburg!

Join us for a beautiful fall evening at the Univer-sity of Toledo’s Stranahan Arboretum! There will be a presentation on “Plant Sense” by UT professor Heidi Appel, PhD, Dean of the Honors College and Professor in the Depart-ment of Environmental Sciences. Plants sense their environment and interact based on what they sense. This interesting and interactive presentation will take place at the courtyard area across from the Arboretum. Park in the stone lot and follow the paved walkway to the courtyard. There are picnic tables or you may bring your own chair. You may also bring snacks and drinks. If there is rain, the presen-tation will be moved into a covered area. TOURING THE ARBORETUM: You may chose to tour the Arboretum on your own before the presentation , OR, you may take part in a guided tour after the presentation. See many beautiful trees in full fall color! Limit 30. RSVP.

Visit “University of Toledo’s Stranahan Arboretum” on Facebook!

“Plant Sense” At UT’s Stranahan Arboretum

Wed., Oct. 2nd 6:00pm-7:30pm

Each attendee will receive a free Thirty-One cosmetic bag, filled with personal care items!

Art Therapy~ Areka Foster, Art Therapist RSVP!

Re-useable shopping tote bags are great way to reduce the use of plastic bags. You can carry your groceries, library books, and farmer’s market veggies or use it as a purse. Plain totes can be stamped, painted, doodled- the possibilities are endless. Join us for a fun art thera-py session creating your own useful and decorative shopping bag. We will be using paints, markers, sten-cils and stamps. Please wear old clothes or a paint shirt. w/Areka Foster. Class limit 15. RSVP

Monday, Sept. 30th 5:00pm-7:00pm

Decorated Shopping Tote Bag

Friday, Sept. 20th 10:00am-12:00pm

Have you seen a Shamballa-style brace-let? With basic macramé techniques, a bit of cord and beautiful beads, you can make your own! You will learn the techniques to create a fun wrap-style brace-let. All supplies will be provided, but specific colors cannot be guaranteed. If you plan to bring beads, please bring 12-18 large hole round beads for each bracelet. You are also welcome to bring your own tools. Please bring your reading glasses if needed. w/Areka Foster. Class limit 15. RSVP

Shamballa Beaded Bracelet

Painting on Black Canvas TVC@Perrysburg!

Monday, Sept. 9th 1:00pm-3:00pm

During this art therapy session we will be painting on black canvas, which may seem like going backwards from darkest to light—or, black to white. The image will be painted in layers, which will add depth to your paint-ing. Join us for an exploration of bringing an image out of the dark. Feel free to bring your own ideas, but tech-niques and inspiration will be offered. This is a great time to make a Halloween or other holiday inspired painting. Please wear old clothes or bring a paint shirt. w/Areka Foster. Class limit 15. RSVP.

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By renovating homes...and changing lives in such a winsome and engag-ing way, Chip and Joanna have be-come more than just the stars of

Fixer Upper, they have become America’s new best friends. The Magnolia Story is the first book from Chip and Joanna, offering their fans a detailed look at their life together. From the very first renovation project they ever tackled together, to the project that nearly cost them everything; from the childhood memories that shaped them, to the twists and turns that led them to the life they share on

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September 2019 Issue 105

Join Professional Hair Stylist Kristen Comer as she shares wig fitting and styling tips. She will discuss what can be done to make your wig look more natu-ral, what accessories can be added, if coloring it is possible, and what products are compatible with your wig. She has over 25 years experience, so come learn the tricks of the trade! RSVP or drop-in.

Wig Tips with Kristen

Sat., Sept. 14th 10am-12pm TVC@Perrysburg!

Friday, Sept. 13th 1:00pm-2:00pm

Line Dancing

Come Dance with Me! Want to learn the Electric Slide or Cuban Shuffle? Join us and learn to line dance. It is also great exercise! Facilitated by survivor Mary Leugers, line dance instructor for 3 years with Olander Park. Class limit of 15. RSVP, please!

The Power of Acceptance

“Staying in the Moment”

Friday, Sept. 20th 1:00pm-2:30pm

Anxiety about the past and future robs us of mind-fulness, the ability to live in the present moment. We’ll us meditation and discussion to examine a variety of approaches that aid living in the moment. Presenter: Jane V. Lutz, MSN, meditation teacher and holistic practitioner. Class of 12. RSVP

Aromatherapy Consultation w/ Deb Reis RN, MSN

Weds., Sept. 4th & 18th 1:00pm-2:00pm (TVC@Central)

Discuss the benefits of aromatherapy with an aromatherapist experienced in the concerns of cancer patients. Learn to identify therapeutic-grade essential oils and their properties, and how they can be integrated into your health practices. Bring a list of symptoms or side effects you would like to improve, as there will be plenty of time for questions and answers based upon the interests of the group. Each session has a class size limit of 15, but you may register for each session. Caregivers welcome. RSVP, please.

Fri., Sept. 27th 1:30pm-2:30pm (TVC@Perrysburg)

Certified Clinical Aromatherapist Sponsored by ProMedica

Certified Clinical Aromatherapist

Aromatherapy Consultation w/ Patti Leupp RN, CRNA

Cancer

Survivor Book Club

Next Meeting: Thurs., Sept. 26th, 5-6pm*

Exercise your mind!

Fight Back with Nutrition

Friday, Sept. 27th 10:00am-11:30am

►Are you in treatment and have questions about what to eat? ►Are you a survivor who would like nutritional information to maintain your health? Then this class is for you! Meet in a casual, small group setting to learn how your nutrition can help you with your wellness goals. Plenty of information and time for individual questions. Register by calling TVC at 419-531-7600. Facilitated by Marcia Grandsko, Clinical Dietician. Sponsored by ProMedica.

Belly Dancing!

Thursday, Sept. 26th 7:00pm-8:00pm Belly Dancing is a low impact dance technique that can help you achieve a more joyful body image. Dance in your socks, barefoot, or in soft shoes. Ladies only….survivors, friends, and family are wel-come! No dance experience required. Hip scarves provided for class use. Instructor: Cheryl Johnson.

New York Times Bestseller

Weds., Oct. 9th - Nov. 13th 10:00-11:00am~pre-register only!

The Pink Ribbon Program is a Pilates-based post-operative exercise program to help breast cancer survivors regain mobility & improve quality of life. This 6 week program is intended to help improve strength, range of motion, and sense of wellbeing. Participants register for the entire 6 weeks. Facilitator: Kathy Farber, Ph.D., Pilates Instructor, Certified Post Rehabilitative BC Exercise Specialist Limited to 6 new students. Alumni may continue to attend future sessions. RSVP only.

Join The Victory Center team! Here’s how: 1) Go to komennwohio.org 2) Under the EVENTS tab, click on Race for the

Cure, then click Toledo 3) Click on JOIN A TEAM 4) Enter VICTORY CENTER GALS 5) Click “Join” 6) Complete your registration!

The team is led by survivors from TVC’s Breast Cancer Support Group!

Race for the Cure– with The Victory Center!

Sunday, Sept. 29th 9:30am Race Start

~ ALL CANCERS...This is a festival, not a walk!~ Saturday, Sept. 7th from 12:30-8:30pm

Centennial Terrace in Sylvania Opening ceremonies 12:30pm

FREE to register as a survivor or caregiver.

►Register with ACS at 1-877-957-7848 OR online at: https://tinyurl.com/relay-TVC-2019

►Please also RSVP to The Victory Center. ►To take part in the Survivor Luncheon at 1:30pm,

you must ALSO call 567-331-1244

RELAY Fest! With The Victory Center!

Saturday, Sept. 7th 12:30pm-8:30pm

Join us for a relaxing opportunity to make a Mary Engelbreit-inspired, “Inspiration Board”. Each partici-pant will receive a small 14x22 poster board. You will select from various design elements and inspira-tional words from “M.E”. If you like, bring your own pictures or other items to add. Facilitator: Barb Fur-niss, a 14 yr breast cancer survivor &12 yr creator of inspirational art! Class of 8. RSVP.

Inspiration Board

Thurs., Sept. 26th 10am-12pm TVC@Perrysburg!

Join Lisa Blake, meditation instructor and breast cancer survivor, as she offers this weekly opportunity to try meditation. Sign up for each week, or just those you are able to attend. She will integrate different methods each week. A great place to start or reinvigorate your mediation goals! Limit 8 per session. RSVP.

Stress Reduction & Guided Imagery

For Survivors:

Thursday, Sept. 5th 1:30-4:00pm

A wonderful way to provide relaxation for the mind and body. Please bring pillow & blanket. Identify stressors and practice deep breathing and progressive relaxation. Experience a wonderful guided imagery! Facilitator: Devorah Shulamit, RN, LSW. RSVP. Class size minimum 4, maximum 8.

Friday, Sept. 13th 10:00am-12:00pm

Zentangle is an easy to learn, relax-ing, and fun way to create beautiful images by drawing structured patterns. In Zentan-gle, you focus on process, not outcome. The Zen-tangle method is an art form, a life skill, a tool, a perspective, and an approach to mindfulness. The method enables you to easily access your intuition and develop your creativity. You learn how to shift your state of mind towards relaxation, focus, and inspiration. Zentangle art is non-representational and abstract. You are not trying to draw a person, object or scene. Instructor: Harley King, certified Zentangle Teacher. Limit 15. RSVP

Fundamentals of Zentangle

Learn to Meditate!

Wednesdays, Sept. 4th-25th 5:00pm-6:00pm

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Exercise Programs for All Survivors! Drop-in classes

An ACS Program at The Wig Bank

Wigs are FREE, and are brand new or are donated & gently used. Survivors are here to help with fittings and practical advice. Com-plete a simple registration form to receive a wig. Proof of income not required. Please call Sandy at 419-531-7600 for more information. One wig per person per calendar year. No appointment needed BUT you must come when the Wig Bank is open.

Wig Bank OPEN HOURS: 2nd & 4th Wednesday, and 2nd Saturday each month from 10-12. LOOK in the calendar for: Held at our PERRYSBURG Office!

September 2019 Issue 105

Yoga Mon-10:30-12pm Tues-12:30-1:30pm Tues-4:15-5:30pm Thurs- 5:30-7pm Yoga allows for gentle stretching, greater flexibility, deep breathing and better relaxation. Involves some floor positions; mats are provided. Led by Certified Yoga Instructor, Mike Zerner or Caroline Dawson.

Healthy Steps Tues-10-11am Wed- 10-11am Thurs-6:30-7:30pm Healthy Steps is a gentle exercise which moves the lymph system, using music and props. Can be done standing or seated. Led by Sandy Witt, Certified & Licensed in Lebed Method.

Nia Fitness Wed-11:30-12:30pm This type of movement connects body, mind, and spirit, and helps to release tension and emotions, making room for healing & balance. Led by RN

Deb Reis, Certified Nia Instructor.

Chair Yoga Thurs-1:30-2:30pm Chair yoga provides the movements of yoga from a comfortable seated position. Led by

Certified Yoga Instructor, Caroline Dawson.

Restorative Yoga Friday 12:00-1:00pm Restorative yoga is a slow-flow class, with props to provide support and comfort. Certified instructor is David Schmenk. Drop-in to attend!

Held At:

4324 west central avenue toledo, ohio 43615

5532 W. Central Ave., Suite B

Toledo, OH 43615-0713

Event: Over the Edge for Victory Date: Friday, September 6 Location: Toledo Edison Building, 300 Madison Ave., Downtown Toledo Time: 9:00am-6:00pm Building Specs: 16 stor ies, 225 feet

Details: The fir st 86 individuals to raise a minimum of $1,000 to support The Victory Center will have the oppor-tunity to rappel. Contact: Karen Evans, Special Events Manager at 419-531-7600 Web Address: www.ote4victory.org to register

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Join Certified Jazzercise Instructor/Owner Christy Owed for this low impact version of the classic exercise program. You must be able to move freely, but age is no barrier. Dress comfortably in cool clothing and good athletic shoes or cross trainers. Bring a water bottle. This class is not for those battling cancer related fatigue. Bring your own free weights (hand held), one for each hand, 1-5lb each. Class limit 10. RSVP.

Thursdays, Sept. 5-19th 10-11:00am (TVC@Perrysburg)