Cancer Workshops – LiveWell
Cancer Workshops - LiveWell 
An SMRC Evidence-Based Self-Management Program originally developed at Stanford University.
What is it?
2.5 hour self-management workshops that meet once per week for 6 weeks– led by trained peer leaders. Currently offered virtually. Classes are highly participatory. The focus is on building skills for managing your health and maintaining an active and fulfilling life. There is no cost for this program. Each participant receives a free copy of the companion book, Living a Healthy Life with Chronic Conditions.
Who is it for?
People who are living with and/or have been affected by cancer.
Workshop topics include:
- Techniques to deal with symptoms of cancer and its treatments such as fatigue, pain, sleeplessness, shortness of breath, stress and emotional problems
- Fear of recurrence
- Changes in body image
- Appropriate exercise for maintaining and improving strength and endurance
- Healthy eating
- Making decisions about treatment and complementary therapy
- Working more effectively with health care providers
- Communicating with friends and family
- Action planning
- Problem solving
- Decision making
The LiveWell with Cancer Workshops do not interfere with current medical treatment and are designed to complement a persons’ health care regime by teaching participants self-management skills.