PROGRAM GUIDE
FALL 2026
October, November, December
HELPING YOU FEEL SEEN, SUPPOR TED AND STRONG
TA BL E O F CONTE NT S 1
Welcome to Waterford Place
2
Educational Presentations
3
Family Programs
3
Support Programs
4
Mind, Body and Spirit Programs
6
Wellness Programs
8
Salon and Spa Programs
9
Partnerships and Resources
1310 Waterford Drive Aurora, IL 60504 (331) 301-5280 waterfordcrc.com Hours: Monday and Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Waterford Place will be closed on Nov. 26 and 27 for Thanksgiving and Dec. 24 and 25 for Christmas.
WELCOME TO WATERFORD PLACE At Waterford Place, we understand that each person’s cancer journey is unique. Whether you are newly diagnosed, undergoing treatment, adjusting to life after treatment, living with advanced cancer or caring for someone you love, we’re here for you. Waterford Place Cancer Resource Center provides services and support, at no cost to participants, to anyone affected by a cancer diagnosis. This guide offers a variety of free programs designed to support your whole self: body, mind and spirit. Inside, you’ll find wellness classes, support groups, educational workshops, creative therapies and personalized services — available to you and your loved ones throughout the season. There is no one right way to move through this experience, but you don’t have to do it alone. Wherever you are in your journey, we hope you’ll find comfort, connection and community here.
How to Get Started: Call (331) 301-5280 to schedule an orientation, available in English or Spanish. Then, complete a Participant Information form available online at waterfordcrc.com.
Register for Programs Now: • Online at waterfordcrc.com • Call (331) 301-5280 • Download the “Waterford Wellness at Rush” app. Available now on iOS and Android.
New This Season: • Core Confidence: Pilates for Breast Cancer Survivors • Fascia Flow: Stretch, Hydrate, Restore
Fall 2026
1
EDU CAT IO NAL P R E S E N TAT I O NS Personalized Financial
Understanding Your Breast
Resource Consultation
Reconstruction Options
By appointment only
Tuesday, Nov. 10 • 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Cancer not only affects your physical
Keith C. Hood, MD, FACS
health, it also affects your financial well-
Rush Copley Medical Center
being. Several resources are available to
Breast reconstruction is a personal decision.
help you manage the financial impact of
Learn about implant-based and autologous
cancer, including federally-funded
reconstruction, immediate or delayed
programs and private nonprofit
reconstruction, aesthetic flat closure,
organizations. Schedule a meeting with a
recovery, potential risks and how treatment
financial navigator to learn what financial
decisions may affect your options. Bring
resources are available to you.
your questions and get the information you need to make informed choices.
Welcome to Waterford Place Orientation By appointment only All new participants are invited to attend an introductory orientation to discover
oncology for breast cancer, with a focus on how new technologies and treatment approaches are improving patient care.
the valuable resources available at
Post-Surgical Adaptations and
Waterford Place.
Whole-Body Recovery
Technology Consultation By appointment only Need help connecting to virtual programs through your personal computer, laptop or tablet? Schedule a virtual or phone consultation for assistance with setting up an email or installing and using the Teams application on your device. Beyond the Bell: The Next Chapter, A Cancer Conversation Tuesday, Oct. 6 • 6 to 7:15 p.m. Allen Bloom, MD Kaitlin Ryczek, OTR/L, CSRS, CLT, CHT Laura Rollins, LSW The end of treatment can bring new questions, emotions and challenges. Join a multidisciplinary panel of experts for a conversation about recovery, rebuilding and finding your way forward after cancer. Updates in Radiation Oncology for Breast Cancer Tuesday, Oct. 13 • 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Vasudha Lingareddy, MD, FACRO RUSH MD Anderson Cancer Center at Rush Copley Learn about recent advances in radiation
2 Fall 2026
Thursday, Oct. 29 • 6 to 7 p.m. Monica Mohanty, Certified SomaYoga Therapist, C-IAYT, CYT 500 Harmony Within, LLC Surgery affects more than the surgical site. It changes how the nervous system senses, protects and moves the body. Learn why guarding, tightness or hesitation may continue after healing and explore gentle practices to reconnect with your body. No yoga or movement experience is needed as this is about awareness, not performance. Busting Common Nutrition Myths Tuesday, Nov. 3 • 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Michelle Cordes, RD, CSO, LDN RUSH MD Anderson Cancer Center at Rush Copley Fact or fiction? Dietitian Michelle Cordes will explore common misconceptions about nutrition and what’s behind them. Get practical, evidence-based nutrition guidance to support anyone undergoing cancer treatment.
Knowing the Signs: When Your Loved One Needs More Care and Support Wednesday, Nov. 18 • 6 to 7 p.m. Tiffany Lewis, Community Liaison Sanctuary Hospice Caring for a loved one during cancer treatment can feel overwhelming, but knowing what to expect can make the journey easier. Learn to recognize when additional care may be needed and when to seek medical help, support good nutrition during treatment and find resources and support for both the patient and family. Living with Uncertainty Tuesday, Dec. 1 • 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Laura Rollins, LSW RUSH MD Anderson Cancer Center at Rush Copley A cancer diagnosis changes us. No matter the treatment plan or the stage of cancer, our lives are never really the same. Learn skills to make peace with the uncertainty a cancer diagnosis can bring.
FAMILY PROGRAMS Hocus Pocus Family Focus
festive props. Color holiday pages and
Thursday, Oct. 22 • 6:30 to 8 p.m.
winter mandalas while you wait your turn.
Caring Arts Foundation
Refreshments will be provided. Space is
Bring the kids for some Halloween fun,
limited. Register early.
artfully done! Design a trick-or-treat bag,
Presents for Patients
make a mask, enjoy spooky music and —
Monday, Dec. 7 • 6 to 8 p.m.
with the help of mixologist Mad Zac —
Take part in this festive, fun, family-
create your own mocktail potion with
Family Holiday Photos
ingredients of your choice and a commemorative beaker keepsake for each child to take home. Don’t forget to wear a costume! Space is limited. Please register immediate family members only.
Monday, Nov. 2 • 5 to 8 p.m. Caring Arts Foundation Pose for a holiday photo with your family, complete with a winter backdrop and
friendly evening of gift-making for the person in your life who has cancer. All supplies and instructions will be provided. Enjoy light refreshments and entertainment, too.
S U P PO RT P R O GR AM S Our groups allow participants to connect with others experiencing similar circumstances. Goals are to exchange information and strategies for decision-making, help navigate the cancer journey and allow participants to connect, share and exchange support. For an optimal group experience, we encourage at least five attendees; however, the group will still meet even if there are fewer participants. Virtual options are available for most groups. Please confirm your preference when registering. Aurora Multiple Myeloma
Survivorship Support Group
The Family and Friends Collective
Networking Group (Hybrid)
Third Mondays: Oct. 19, Nov. 16 and
Second Wednesdays: Oct. 14, Nov. 11
First Wednesdays: Oct. 7, Nov. 4 and
Dec. 21 • 6:30 to 8 p.m.
and Dec. 9 • 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Dec. 2 • 6 to 8 p.m.
For those looking for support as they
Whether you’re a partner, sibling, friend
Educationally supported by the
transition into life after treatment, this
or adult child supporting someone with
International Myeloma Foundation, this
informal group provides a safe place to
cancer, you don’t have to carry the weight
group is open to individuals diagnosed
share experiences, successes and ongoing
alone. Pause, reflect and connect with
with Multiple Myeloma and their loved
challenges. For all those living through
others walking a similar path. Led by a
ones. For more information or to sign up,
and beyond cancer.
licensed social worker, this monthly group
please contact Valarie Traynham, group leader, at aurora@IMFsupport.org or call (630) 423-6510.
Together Through Cancer Second Wednesdays: Oct. 14, Nov. 11 and Dec. 9 • 6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Breast FRIENDs (First Resource in
Cancer affects everyone differently, but
Experiencing and Navigating a
no one has to go through it alone. Led by
Diagnosis)
a licensed clinical social worker, this warm,
Third Mondays: Oct. 19, Nov. 16 and
judgment-free space offers comfort,
Dec. 21 • 6 to 7:30 p.m.
conversation and mutual support.
Facilitated by a licensed social worker and
Connect with others who understand
breast health navigator, Breast FRIENDs is
what it’s like to walk this path. For
for anyone who has been diagnosed with
everyone, whether newly diagnosed, in
breast cancer, regardless of treatment
treatment or navigating life afterward.
type or stage. This informal group
Virtual access available.
provides support and a safe place to share experiences, successes and ongoing challenges.
offers open conversation, coping strategies and community. All are welcome, even if you just want to listen. Soul Tending and Support Group First Thursdays: Oct. 1, Nov. 5 and Dec. 3 6 to 7:30 p.m. Soul Tending and Support is a cancer support group related to faith where healing and meaning can be found in the cancer experience. In a supportive and confidential meeting space, you may share and hear how faith and reliance on a higher power can help in coping with cancer. Facilitated by a social worker or chaplain.
Fall 2026
3
S U P PO RT P R O GR AM S Gyne SISTERs (Sharing Inspiration
a safe space for men affected by cancer to
isolation men often feel when dealing with
and Support Through Education and
share experiences, successes and ongoing
cancer and offers a welcoming space for men
Resources)
challenges. Designed for in-person
of all backgrounds and cancer experiences to
Second Thursdays: Oct. 8, Nov. 12 and
connection, with a virtual access option
connect, share and support each other. Ideal
Dec. 10 • 3 to 4:30 p.m.
available for members who cannot attend
for those who prefer the convenience and
Open to anyone who has had a
physically. A light dinner is provided.
privacy of an online setting.
gynecological cancer diagnosis, Gyne
COUNSELING
SISTERs is co-facilitated by a licensed
Oncology-Focused,
social worker and a registered nurse.
Short-Term Counseling By appointment only
Waterford Place Men’s
Short-term counseling to address
Support Options
cancer-related issues is available to those
Two ways to connect, share, and support
diagnosed with cancer and their families.
other men living with cancer — choose what works for you.
Man Up To Cancer – Illinois
Up to five sessions are provided to
Waterford Place Men’s
Chapter (Virtual Only)
address sadness, worries, communication,
Group (In-Person)
Second Tuesdays: Oct. 13, Nov. 10 and
Fourth Tuesdays: Oct. 27 and Nov. 24
Dec. 8 • 6:30 to 8 p.m.
6:30 to 8 p.m.
Via Zoom
An informal, face-to-face group providing
This monthly virtual group addresses the
returning to work, body esteem and other issues as they relate to a cancer diagnosis.
MIN D, B O DY AN D S P I R I T P R O GR AMS Vibrational Sound Therapy
Audrey Stoppel, BSN, RN, Radiation
By appointment only
Oncology
Sandy LaBianco-Brown, Certified
RUSH MD Anderson Cancer Center
Vibrational Sound Therapist
This guided imagery experience
Vibrational sound therapy is a one-on-one
incorporates cleansing breathwork and an
service using Himalayan singing bowls
array of relaxation techniques designed to
gently placed on the body to promote total
balance emotions, decrease physical and
relaxation and decrease the effects of stress
psychological distress and promote the
on the body and mind. The tones and
practice of living in the moment.
vibrations combine to produce an immediate state of tranquility as sound waves act like a massage for the nervous system.
Giving Back Society Fridays: Oct. 16, Nov. 20 and Dec. 18 10 to 11:30 a.m.
beautiful mix of shaped beads to pair effortlessly with your autumn wardrobe. This one-of-a-kind, handcrafted bracelet will add
Reiki
Lisa Lapinski
By appointment only
Are you looking for opportunities to pay it
Sandy LaBianco-Brown, Reiki Master
forward by helping other cancer patients
dressy looks.
Karen Jendruczek, Reiki Practitioner
on the journey? Join the Waterford Place
Reiki Share
Lupita Gomez, Reiki Practitioner
Giving Back Society to brainstorm ideas
Wednesday, Oct. 28 • 1:30 to 2:30 p.m.
This one-on-one service is an energetic
and participate in activities that make a
Sandy LaBianco-Brown, Reiki Master
relaxation therapy that offers stress
difference in the cancer community.
Share and experience the healing nature of
Autumn Earth-Tone Bracelet
reiki energy. Participants will offer reiki to one
reduction, mental clarity, relief of pain, improved sleep and other benefits.
Wednesday, Oct. 28 • Noon to 1 p.m.
Guided Meditation
Sandy LaBianco-Brown, Reiki Master
Mondays: Oct. 19, Nov. 16 and Dec. 21
Embrace the warmth of the season with this
6:30 to 7:30 p.m.
earth-tone, fall-inspired bracelet featuring a
4 Fall 2026
a touch of rustic elegance to both casual and
another, giving and receiving a treatment in a group setting. For those who have a Reiki Level 1 certification or higher.
M I N D, B O DY AND S P I R I T P R O GR AMS
HeartMath Meditation (Virtual)
create your own? Paint a beautiful autumn
Mixed Media Art Class: Festival of Light
Thursday, Dec. 17 • 1 to 2 p.m.
landscape using acrylics, watercolors or
Tuesday, Dec. 22 • 1:30 to 3 p.m.
Audrey Stoppel, BSN, RN, Radiation
pastels. All materials and inspiration
Barbara Weigand
Oncology
provided, but you’re welcome to bring a
Many cultures and faiths celebrate light
RUSH MD Anderson Cancer Center
favorite fall photo. Enjoy as much
during the dark days of December, from
Discover HeartMath Meditation, a simple,
guidance as you like and leave with a
Christmas lights and candles to menorahs and
yet powerful, meditative technique that
lasting piece of autumn art to display at
more. We'll capture the beauty of winter light,
uses heart-focused breathing to improve
home.
from glowing sunsets on snow to candlelit
clarity, harmony of the mind and body, and balance. It can help shift your emotional state and calm your mind. The same class is offered each quarter.
Mixed Media Art Class: Autumn Landscapes Tuesday, Oct. 27 • 1:30 to 3 p.m. Barbara Weigand Why drive for fall color when you can
Mixed Media Art Class: Pick Your Own Harvest Fruit Tuesday, Nov. 24 • 1:30 to 3 p.m.
scenes, using acrylics, watercolors or pastels. All materials, inspiration and guidance are provided. No experience is necessary.
Barbara Weigand
Craft and Chat
Who doesn't love apple picking?
Tuesdays: Oct. 6 and 20, Nov. 3 and 17,
Celebrate the fall harvest by painting a
Dec. 1 and 15 • Noon to 1:30 p.m.
colorful still life of seasonal fruits. Choose
Join us to chat, drink tea or coffee and
acrylics, watercolors or pastels. We'll
work on your crafting project. Bring your
provide all the supplies, inspiration and
knitting, crochet, needlepoint, coloring or
guidance you need. No experience is
whatever project you’re working on. This
necessary, just come ready to have fun and
informal participant gathering is led by a
create a beautiful work of art.
facilitator.
Fall 2026
5
W E L L NE S S P R O GR AMS No experience is necessary, and all supplies are provided. Caregivers are encouraged to attend. Group Movement: Level 2 Mondays • 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. Judy Siek, 500 eCYT, Certified Cancer Exercise Trainer and Group Fitness Instructor Designed for those who have completed treatment, this class offers a mix of exercise, yoga and Pilates to help you gain or regain strength, mobility and endurance. If you’re looking for more of a challenge, this class is a step above in intensity in comparison to other classes offered at Waterford Place.
WEEKLY MOVEMENT PROGRAMS
Group Movement: Level 1 Mondays • 11:30 a.m. to Noon
Mondays
Wednesdays
Judy Siek, 500 eCYT, Certified Cancer
10:30 to 11:15 a.m. — Group
10 to 10:45 a.m. — Gentle Pilates
Exercise Trainer and Group Fitness Instructor
Movement: Level 2
11 to 11:45 a.m. — Lymphedema-
Designed for those who are newly
11:30 a.m. to Noon — Group
Focused Movement
diagnosed or in active treatment, this
Movement: Level 1
5 to 6 p.m. — Restorative Yoga
class will help you feel better physically,
Tuesdays
Thursdays
mentally and emotionally. Physical activity can reduce fatigue, increase endurance, boost energy levels and improve mood.
10:30 to 11:15 a.m. — Core
Chair Yoga and Mobility
Cancer Survivors
Fridays
With the use of bands, light weights and
5:30 to 6:30 p.m. — Fascia Flow:
other props, you will build or rebuild strength
Stretch, Hydrate, Restore
and stamina. NEW Core Confidence: Pilates for
11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.—
Confidence: Pilates for Breast
9:30 to 10:15 a.m. — Tai Chi/ Moving Meditation
Discover the role of fascia — your body’s
therapeutic yoga that cultivates
connective tissue network — through mindful,
relaxation and balance and uses props
stretchy movement. Explore how subtle shifts
to support the body. Each restorative
can affect the way you move and feel, with an
pose will be held for five to six minutes
emphasis on curiosity, comfort and whole-
to release tension and deepen
body connection.
relaxation.
shoulder mobility in a safe and encouraging
Gentle Pilates
Lymphedema-Focused Movement
environment. It’s designed for those who
Wednesdays • 10 to 10:45 a.m.
Wednesdays • 11 to 11:45 a.m.
already have a baseline of fitness and are
Judy Siek, 500 eCYT, Certified Cancer
Judy Siek, 500 eCYT, Certified
ready to deepen their Pilates practice through
Exercise Trainer and Group Fitness Instructor
Cancer Exercise Trainer and Group
more intentional, targeted movement that
Low-impact Pilates is a series of exercises
Fitness Instructor
builds confidence and control.
that develop the body’s strength, flexibility
This class will address cancer-related
and control.
lymphedema through gentle movement
Restorative Yoga
and stretches for both the upper and lower
Breast Cancer Survivors Tuesdays • 10:30 to 11:15 a.m. Judy Siek, 500 eCYT, Certified Cancer Exercise Trainer and Group Fitness Instructor This class gently supports survivors in rebuilding core strength, stability and
NEW Fascia Flow: Stretch, Hydrate, Restore Tuesdays • 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Kate Fleming, Yoga Instructor and Yoga Therapist, ERYT-500, C-IAYT
6 Fall 2026
Wednesdays • 5 to 6 p.m. Chitra Singh, Certified Yoga Instructor Restorative yoga is a gentle, calming,
body. Modifications are offered so that everyone can participate safely. A yoga mat is recommended.
W EL L NE S S P R O GR AMS Chair Yoga and Mobility Thursdays • 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Judy Siek, 500 eCYT, Certified Cancer Exercise Trainer and Group Fitness Instructor This all-level class includes breathwork, meditation and gentle movement to enhance mobility and strengthen muscles and bones. Tai Chi/Moving Meditation Fridays • 9:30 to 10:15 a.m. Kristi Niedzwiecki, ACE Certified Fitness Instructor Center yourself as you become aware of your own energy, while relaxing and strengthening your body without injury or strain. Tai chi is an ancient form of meditative exercise that helps to harmonize mind and body. A simplified
Healing Kitchen
routine is taught with traditional postures and slow, soft movements. Nutrition Consultations By appointment only
Michelle Cordes, RD, CSO, LDN
Mini Muffin Tin Chicken
Michelle Cordes, RD, CSO, LDN
The Healing Kitchen emphasizes the
Ricotta Meatballs
Rush Copley Medical Center
role of nutrition in overall well-being.
Thursday, Nov. 12 • 6 to 7 p.m.
Nutrition consultations are available for
Through a blend of education and
Discover juicy chicken meatballs that
anyone diagnosed with cancer at any
hands-on experiences, participants
are perfect for dinner, meal prep or a
stage of diagnosis. Our registered dietitian
gain valuable insights into healthy
quick snack. Pair them with your
will discuss basic meal preparation and
dietary choices. Be empowered
favorite marinara sauce or enjoy them
current diet trends, help you manage
with knowledge and practical skills
on their own for a simple, protein-
treatment-related side effects and choose
to foster a sense of control and
packed option. Join us for a delicious
healthier foods.
resilience.
demonstration.
Music and Wellness
Fig, Apple and Apricot Compote
Chocolate Peanut Butter Balls
Wednesdays: Oct. 21, Nov. 18 and Dec. 16
Thursday, Oct. 8 • 6 to 7 p.m.
3 to 4:30 p.m.
Thursday, Dec. 10 • 6 to 7 p.m.
Learn to make a delicious, dried fruit
Anna Ruffle and Linda Jedrzejek
At this festive make-and-take event,
compote simmered with aromatic
Explore wellness through music and
create delicious, chocolate peanut
spices. This naturally sweet, no-
creativity in this research-informed
butter balls using only five
added-sugar recipe is perfect for
program. Engage in songwriting,
ingredients. No cooking required.
breakfast, dessert or as a topping for
instrument play, movement and guided
They're quick, easy and perfect for
yogurt and oatmeal. Attend this tasty
relaxation to support emotional
holiday parties, cookie trays or
demonstration and discover a simple
expression, stress reduction and
homemade gifts.
way to add flavor and nutrition to
connection. No musical experience is
your meals.
needed, only a willingness to explore, create and heal through music.
Fall 2026
7
S A L O N A N D S PA P R O GR AMS Simply Beautiful Skin Wednesday, Oct. 28 • 6 to 7:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 13 • 10 a.m. to Noon Geralyn O’Brien, Licensed and Oncology-Focused Esthetician Developed to help you manage skin changes during cancer treatment, this class will demonstrate how to implement a skin care regimen with safe products to enhance your natural beauty. Simply Beautiful Hair Mondays: Oct. 19, Nov. 16 and Dec. 21 3 to 5 p.m. Jenny Burns, Licensed Cosmetologist and Medical Hair Loss Expert If you need help managing hair changes related to cancer treatment, this class is for you. Topics to be covered include initial hair loss, wigs and head coverings, hair regrowth and safe products that can help with achieving your hair care goals. The same class is offered each month to accommodate different schedules. Waterford Place Wig Boutique and Salon By appointment only Jenny Burns, Licensed Cosmetologist and Medical Hair Loss Expert Beverly Warren, Medical Hair Loss Practitioner To help you feel comfortable and confident, salon services are available for those experiencing hair loss due to cancer treatments. Services include addressing treatment-related hair changes, customizable complimentary wigs, wig care,
treatment-related side effects, reduce
than good. When skin is compromised, it
stress and pain, and enhance your overall
needs products that are safe and gentle
quality of life, oncology massage combines
to bring it back to health. Yessenia will
compassion with special massage
assess your skin care needs and provide
treatments. Our skilled therapists provide
appropriate treatment to help restore
gentle and nurturing touch, ensuring your
and maintain healthy skin.
comfort throughout the session.
Reflexology
Oncology Skin Care Consultations
By appointment only
By appointment only
Delilah Bakos, Certified Reflexologist
Geralyn O'Brien, Licensed and
The practice of reflexology involves
Oncology-Focused Esthetician
massaging or applying pressure to various
Individual consultations are available to
acupressure points on the foot to reduce
help you manage skin changes due to
stress and support overall health.
cancer treatment. Services include a comprehensive review of products and cosmetics, recommendations for oncology-safe products, and addressing skin-related issues.
Acupuncture By appointment only Amy Yehoshua, LAc, MSOM Acupuncture is a holistic approach that considers the interconnectedness of
options for head coverings, and assistance
Oncology Facials
with styling hair as it grows back.
By appointment only
harmony and well-being. This process
Yessenia Ontiveros
helps to promote and maintain overall
Licensed and Oncology-Focused
health, improve quality of life, alleviate
Esthetician
symptoms related to cancer and
Cancer treatments may leave the skin
enhance the body's natural healing
dry, sensitive and lacking proper nutrients,
mechanisms.
Oncology Massage By appointment only Michelle Haugen, LMT, CLT Wren Patel, LMT, RN, MSN Experience the healing benefits of oncology massage. Designed to address
8
Fall 2026
and traditional skin care methods and products can sometimes do more harm
body, mind and spirit, aiming to restore
Partnerships and Resources To enhance services and support to you and others affected by cancer, Waterford Place Cancer Resource Center offers programs through partnerships with Imerman Angels and Man Up to Cancer. Imerman Angels: Mentors Imerman Angels is a not-for-profit organization that provides peer support and personalized mentoring for those affected by cancer. Their goal is to provide comfort and understanding for all cancer fighters, survivors, previvors and caregivers through a personalized, one-on-one connection with someone who has been there. You are invited to make a difference by being a mentor. Mentors are beacons of hope, sources of strength and invaluable companions on the road to recovery. By sharing your experiences, knowledge and insights, you empower those facing cancer to confront challenges with resilience and courage. If you want to make a positive impact on someone’s journey, please consider signing up to become a mentor. Training will be provided. Scan the QR code or visit the Waterford Place resource page to learn more. Man Up to Cancer: Support Group Man Up to Cancer is a support community that
“check out” rather than reach out. This leads to mental health problems, strained relationships and poor medical outcomes. Studies show that formal support groups improve quality of life for cancer patients. As a partner, Waterford Place offers a men's support group under the Man Up to Cancer banner. Meetings are held once a month virtually via Zoom. Scan the QR code or visit the
encourages men
Waterford Place resource page to learn more.
to connect and
Bereavement Support
avoid isolation during their cancer journeys. A not-for-profit that offers peer-to-peer support, the organization is changing what it means to “man up” in the face of cancer. It’s not just about being tough — it means having the courage to accept help, knowing that a pack is smarter and stronger than a lone wolf.
By appointment only Available through St. Croix Hospice St. Croix Hospice provides 13 months of bereavement support after a loss, including check-in calls, grief newsletters, and resource referrals. Services are open to the public and
Visit our resource page for additional resources and to learn more about these partnerships.
include both virtual and in-person support groups. Call (855) 278-2764.
When faced with cancer, men tend to
Fall 2026
9
Contact Us
Monday and Friday • 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 9 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Phone: (331) 301-5280 Email: AskWaterford@rush.edu
Find Us Waterford Place is located at 1310 Waterford Drive • Aurora, IL 60504 Online at waterfordcrc.com Call (331) 301-5280 Download the “Waterford Wellness at Rush” app. Available on iOS and Android.