Womens, Mens, Unisex, and Teens workshops are available via Zoom and participants are welcome to attend as many virtual workshops as they like.
Topics to help manage the appearance-related side effects of treatment include:
Skin care and make-up; designed for women, we address the common side-effects of cancer treatment like skin dryness and sun sensitivity; tips to correct and conceal redness, sallowness, pigmentation and dark circles; and techniques for drawing on eyebrows and eyelashes. This Virtual Workshop pairs perfectly with our Home-Delivered Confidence Kit service.
Wigs and headwear; offering advice on wig selection, wig care, scarf styling and alternative headwear options.
Self-care; designed for men, we offer valuable tips for managing changes to the skin and scalp like dryness and sun sensitivity, provide practical assistance for caring for brittle nails and dry cuticles, discuss easy but effective general grooming advice, and offer guidance on headwear options.
Each week, a range of experts also present unisex virtual workshops to help improve energy, mobility, nutritional health, and mental wellbeing. Topics include:
Breathwork; intentional and conscious breathing techniques designed to improve physical, mental, and emotional well-being.
Chair Yoga; traditional yoga poses adapted to the chair, to strengthen muscles and joints and improve mobility, health and wellness.
Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT); also known as 'Tapping', EFT is the stimulation of acupressure points on different parts of the body by applying pressure or tapping, for the purpose of reducing anxiety, stress and negative emotions.
Exercise; physio-led exercise sessions to assist with maintaining mobility and overall wellness during cancer treatment.
Meditation; bringing balance and calm into life to promote overall wellbeing.
Nutrition; anti-inflammatory foods and nutritional considerations to assist with some of the side effects of treatment.
Oncology, Lymphatic and Scar Massage; gentle, nurturing and non-invasive massage techniques to assist with some of the common symptoms of treatment.
Pilates; gentle movement to help improve strength, mobility, stability and overall wellness.
Qigong; a practice similar to Tai Chi for calming the mind, relaxing the body and increasing energy levels.
Reiki; a technique to promote deep relaxation, reduce stress and anxiety, and support the body's natural healing processes.
Self-care coaching; tools and methods to reduce stress, improve resilience and enhance overall quality of life.
To register for a Virtual Workshop, visit our Workshop Registration page.