The Therapeutic Learning Center is devoted to assisting anyone whose life has been touched by cancer. All programs, classes and support groups are free and open to the public. However if you are not a cancer survivor or cancer caregiver please consider a donation to help us continue to offer wellness programs in the future.

Wellness Programs and Exercise Classes are held at the PET/CT Imaging Center, Suite A, 4000 N. Illinois Lane, Swansea, IL.

Wellness Programs

Look Good...Feel Better^®
Cosmetologists help women undergoing treatment learn how to use make-up and to cope with appearance-related side effects. Each participant will receive a complementary make-up kit valued at $250 and learn to care for and use wigs, scarves, turbans and hats.
- Offered monthly
- Please contact Laura at 618-236-1000 for the next scheduled program.

Journey To Wellness
A 7-week program for breast cancer survivors that integrates educational workshops, supportive discussion, and a variety of restorative physical exercises to help women recover from the emotional and physical effects of breast cancer treatment. For all breast cancer patients who have completed their cancer treatment. Program includes information from an Oncology Physician, Plastic Surgeon, Registered Oncology Dietitian, Registered Oncology Nurse, Physical Therapist and Professional Fitness Instructors.
- Please contact Laura at 618-236-1000 for the next scheduled program.

Freedom From Smoking
Do you need to Quit Smoking? “Freedom From Smoking” can help. This program is a three-part smoking cessation program taught by a respiratory therapist in a supportive group setting. It can help you learn how to “Quit for Life.” Session 1: Participants identify why they smoke and what motivates them to quit. Session 2: Learn coping skills and reward systems. Session 3: Learn skills to quit for good including healthy eating and exercise habits. Program sponsored by Memorial Hospital and the Therapeutic Learning Center.
- Please contact Laura at 618-236-1000 for the next scheduled program.
- RSVP is required to attend the program.

Healing Writing
Do you have issues or worries that add stress to your daily life? Join this class to learn the benefits of expressive writing and techniques that you will be able to use in reducing stress in your life. This 2-session workshop is conducted by a cancer survivor and writer.
- Please contact Laura at 618-236-1000 for the next scheduled program.

Exercise Classes

Yoga for Wellness
Want to relax, relieve stress and improve your endurance, strength and flexibility? Yoga can enrich your life.
- Mondays Noon to 1:00 PM
- Tuesdays 5:30 – 6:00 PM
- Please contact Laura at 618-236-1000 for more information.

TAI CHI for Wellness
Learn movements that are gentle, slow and are designed to enhance better health, de-stress and provide awareness of mind, body and spirit.
- Wednesday 12:10 – 12:45 PM
- Please contact Laura at 618-236-1000 for more information.

Seated Yoga
A gentle Yoga class that anyone can do! This class will ease you into the world of Yoga.
- Tuesdays 12:30 - 1:30 PM
- Please contact Laura at 618-236-1000 for more information.

The LeBed Method
This exercise program was designed to use movement to promote healing and the prevention of complications from Breast Cancer surgery. The program may help reduce Lymphedema risk by reducing lymphatic fluid build-up by using gentle movements and deep breathing. Women of all ages and ability levels are welcome. Participants must fill out a medical form prior to attending class.
- Wednesdays 9:15 – 10:15 AM
- RSVP is required to Laura at 618-236-1000

Support Groups

Joy-Filled Living
A Group for those Living with Advanced Cancer.
Introducing a new weekly group just for those with advanced cancer who want to learn to Hope, Laugh & Enjoy life again. Sessions will be led by Advanced Cancer Patient, Barb Kissel, and will focus on techniques for living in the moment.
You are not alone!
- Join us Mondays from 2:00pm to 3:00pm
- Starting June 4th 2012
- In the PET/CT Imaging Program Room at Memorial & St. Elizabeth’s Cancer Center
4000 N. Illinois Lane, Suite A, Swansea, IL 62226
- Call Laura for more information at (618) 236-1000

Sponsored by the Therapeutic Learning Center at Memorial & St. Elizabeth’s Cancer Center.

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General Cancer Support Group
 “Angels” meets at the Warren Bilhartz Cancer Center’s Resource Center in Maryville, IL at 1:00 PM on the 3rd Wednesday of the month. All Cancer patients, family members or cancer caregivers are welcome to attend.
- RSVP to Lynn Sanderson at 288-9044

Cancer Support & Inspiration Group
1605 Lincoln Knolls Dr., Edwardsville
Meets 1st Monday of the Month at 6:30 PM
- Please contact Jeri Lampman, 618-656-2128 for more information.

Breast Cancer Support Group
Memorial Hospital: Hope Blooms meets on 2nd Tuesday of the month from 7-9pm at Memorial Hospital Auditorium, Hwy 50 in O’Fallon.
- Please contact Beth Arenas at 618-257-5936 for more information.

St. Elizabeth Hospital: Life After Breast Cancer meets the 4th Monday of the Month at 7:30 PM.
- Please contact Betty Dumsdorff at 618-473-2813 for more information.

Warren Billhartz Cancer Center, Maryville, IL: SHARE meets the 3rd Tuesday at 7:00 PM.
- Please contact Wendy or Cindy at 618-288-9044 for more information.

TLC Cancer Assistance

Free wigs / turbans / nutritional supplements for cancer patients undergoing treatment and in financial need in Madison and St. Clair Counties. (If supply available) Donations accepted.
- Please contact Laura at 618-236-1000 for more information.