Education Programs

Information and education programs focus on the practical, from what to expect from treatment to how to balance practical concerns such as finances, working, health insurance as well as the emotional side of the disease.

To register, please call (331) 301-5280.

Personalized Financial Resource Consultation

By appointment only
Cancer not only affects your physical health, it also affects your financial well-being. Several resources are available to manage the financial impact of cancer, including federally-funded programs and private nonprofit organizations. Schedule a meeting with a financial navigator to learn what financial resources are available to you. 

Welcome to Waterford Place Orientation

By appointment only
All new participants are invited to attend an introductory orientation to discover the valuable resources available at Waterford Place.

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 Webex application on your device.

Listening to the Body After Treatment: Noticing Change Without Judgment

Tuesday, April 14 • 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. (Register Online)
Monica Mohanty, Licensed Yoga Teacher, CYT-500
For those experiencing physical changes during or after cancer treatment, this session will provide simple, body-aware tools to help you better understand and respond to your body’s needs. A calming, adaptable Soma Yoga practice will focus on comfort, relaxation and reconnecting with the body. No yoga experience required.

Finding Meaning, Purpose and Joy After Cancer

Thursday, April 30 • 6 to 7 p.m. (Register Online)
Laura Rollins, LSW, RUSH MD Anderson Cancer Center
This warm, reflective session explores how the cancer experience can shift values, priorities and sense of self. Discover gentle pathways to meaning-making and growth, learn how to reconnect with joy, creativity and a sense of purpose and hold space for hope and whatever comes next.

Living Well Through Illness: Understanding Palliative and Hospice Care

Tuesday, May 5 • 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. (Register Online)
Rosa Macias, APEX Health Services
Palliative and hospice care are often misunderstood as end-of-life services, but they are truly about living well through serious illness by offering comfort, guidance and support even early in the care journey. These services focus on improving quality of life for both patients and families, often in the comfort of their own home. Understanding what they offer can empower people to make informed, compassionate choices.

Wellness Begins Here: A Unite for HER Orientation

Thursday. May 28 • 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. (Register Online)
Unite for HER
Connect with a caring community focused on healing, education and empowerment when you attend Unite for HER’s Wellness Orientation, a warm introduction to the Wellness Passport Program. Learn about supportive services and integrative therapies like yoga, meditation, reiki and counseling. A registered dietitian will discuss whole-food nutrition. Breakfast and lunch will be provided.

Navigating a New Cancer Diagnosis: Seeking Expert Care and Second Opinions

Wednesday, June 17 • 6 to 7 p.m. (Register Online)
Valarie Traynham, Patient Advocate and Community Health Leader
Facing a new cancer diagnosis can feel overwhelming. This presentation is designed to help you better understand your care options, learn when a second opinion might be helpful and feel more confident having informed conversations with your health care team. Whether you’re newly diagnosed or supporting a loved one, you’ll leave with clarity, reassurance and practical next steps. 

Mental Health After Cancer: Anxiety, Depression and Emotional Recovery

Thursday. June 18 • 6 to 7 p.m. (Register Online)
Kara Olimene, LCSW, Olimene Counseling Services, Inc
Join us for a warm, supportive conversation focused on the emotional realities of cancer survivorship and reducing the stigma around mental health care. Explore common mental health challenges, practical tools for managing anxiety, fear of recurrence and mood changes and learn when and how to seek professional support.