Welcome. We are glad you are here.
Survivor Wellness is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization supporting cancer survivors and their caregivers.
WHAT IS A CANCER SURVIVOR?
“An individual is considered a cancer survivor from the time of diagnosis, through the balance of his or her life. Family members, friends, and caregivers are also impacted and are therefore included in this definition.” (NCI, 2021)
At Survivor Wellness, programming is available to cancer patients, cancer survivors, family members, loved ones and caregivers - collectively, CANCER SURVIVORS.
Any CANCER SURVIVOR may enroll to receive access to the free and reduced cost programming offered at Survivor Wellness.
We strive to reduce the financial burden of a cancer diagnosis, treatment and beyond. In addition, we strive to increase mental, emotional, physical, social, and spiritual health through the services and support offered to the cancer survivors, thrivers, previvors, and caregivers who walk through the doors at Survivor Wellness.
Survivor Wellness does not discriminate on the basis of race, culture, gender, sexuality, nation of origin, disability, or age. Survivor Wellness welcomes all cancer survivors (as defined above), including those that belong to marginalized groups such as the LGBTQ+ and BIPOC communities. Members of all communities are at risk of developing cancer in their lifetimes; however, social determinants of health (SDOH) in members of marginalized communities lead to an increased risk and likelihood of developing cancer.
HOW TO BEGIN:
• Please ENROLL to participate. Click here to enroll.
The online form should take under 10 minutes to complete. After enrollment, you will receive a Welcome email with further information. You may request a call as well.
ENROLLED MEMBERS:
• Please visit the SCHEDULE page to view all programming.
• Join most SUPPORT GROUPS and COMMUNITY EVENTS without an appointment or a reservation.
• Join GROUP WELLNESS CLASSES by sending your RSVP by 24 hours prior by email, phone or text. (Space is limited to 8-12 per class)
• Enrolled members may request INDIVIDUAL WELLNESS SERVICES. Services are offered on a request-only basis; once requested, our staff reviews all member requests. Appointments are booked as available. Members must complete a Well-Being Assessment to receive services.
• INDIVIDUAL COUNSELING is provided by clinical social worker interns. Enrolled members may request Individual Counseling by contacting our offices. A counselor will reach out with more information.
• COMMUNITY EVENTS, WORKSHOPS and RETREATS are held periodically, and include Community Events, Garden Parties, Workshops, and Retreats. All paid events are offered at a reduced rate for members of Survivor Wellness.
The best place to start at Survivor Wellness is at the 59 House, our main house located at 59 S 1100 E, with the red door.
New members - those with the diagnosis and their caregivers - are welcome to join the weekly Wednesday Night Support Group from 5:30-7:30pm. Caregivers' Group is held on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays, same time, same place.
Please note: the last Wednesday of each month is a pot luck - some come to nourish, others to be nourished.
Visit our WELLNESS PARTNERS for reduced-cost services at our location.
Several of the volunteer professionals (who volunteer their time to provide Individual Wellness Services for enrolled members) operate their for-profit WELLNESS PARTNER Businesses at Survivor Wellness, offering their services to the general public while extending a reduced-rate to enrolled members of Survivor Wellness.
LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR WELLNESS PARTNER BUSINESSES here.
Please note: a portion of the proceeds from the Wellness Partner Businesses benefits Survivor Wellness. Thank you for your support.
SURVIVORS at the SUMMIT, held each summer, is an annual event held continuously for over 25 years. Join the journey to the Summit. Carry your own Tribute Flags. Carry on this community tradition of honoring cancer survivors while supporting Survivor Wellness.
DONATE! Survivor Wellness is a nonprofit organization; your gift is tax deductible. We are supported by individual donors, corporate donors, and foundations.
VOLUNTEER! Visit this page to volunteer at events, in the houses, or in another capacity at Survivor Wellness, please visit the page.
The WELLNESS INSTITUTE supports the education of interns, trainees and students specializing in cancer wellness and integrative health care practices.
Contact us if you are interested in offering your services to the cancer survivor community as a volunteer staff member, or in becoming a Wellness Partner Business.
