Getting started is easy ... Just call or drop in and speak with one of Wellspring Calgary's peer support volunteers. The volunteer will provide you with information about the programs and services offered at the centre and if you like, speak privately with you about your circumstances and concerns.

If you are interested in attending any of Wellspring’s programs and services, you will be asked to complete a Membership Registration Form which provides us with your contact information and a little bit about you. We'll keep you up-to-date about new programs through regular e-blasts or phone calls. All information is kept strictly confidential and subject to strictt Privacy Policies.

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The Wellspring Experience ... Newcomers to our centre can expect to relax in a warm, home-like setting that is both comfortable and safe. You can participate in registered individual or group programs of your choice as well as week-end workshops. There are also a number of Drop-In classes specifically for those who wish to come and go freely that do not require registration.

Because of the generosity of individual donors, corporate supporters and grassroot fundrasiers, everything we offer to you through Wellspring is free of charge and you are welcome to participate for as long as you like.

Peer support - One-to-one support with trained volunteers who are cancer survivors or  
have been caregivers to a person with cancer to assist you through your cancer journey, for as long as you need

Energy Programs - Reiki, Reflexology, Therapeutic Touch are gentle and soothing
approaches to promoting health and well-being.

Relaxation and Visualization - Also known as "Guided Imagery", uses mindfulness-based imagery and scripts to help reduce stress and achieve a sense of relaxation and calm.

Expressive Arts - Class options include ChinesE Calligraphy, Watercolor Techniques, Contemplative Arts Mixed Media, Journaling and more.

Yoga - Yoga combines body awareness techniques through gentle stretching and movement with meditative and breathing exercises. It can help reduce stress as well as help you to achieve a sense of calm and well-being.

Brain Fog - Brain fog, chemo brain and chemo fog are informal terms used to describe the cognitive deficits often associated with cancer and cancer treatment. Brain fog is an educational and experiential program that introduces participants to cognitive enhancement strategies.

Healthy Steps - Moving you to Better Health with the Lebed Method, is a therapeutic research-based exercise and movement program designed to help you thrive!

Return to Work Program - An eight-week program that covers: personal readiness to work, managing health, employment standards and legal rights and the management of finances and benefits.

WORKSHOPS

Workshops and information sessions are offered periodically and provide practical advice
on the day-to-day  considerations of living with cancer.