We offer information and education for anyone on their cancer journey. From lectures hosted by top medical experts, legal, and financial experts to spirituality and self-care, our information and education programs can help participants and families prepare for difficult times while providing much-needed support.
From lectures hosted by top medical experts, legal, and financial experts to spirituality and self-care, our information and education programs can help participants and families prepare for difficult times while providing much-needed support. Please contact us at 814-651-0920 to schedule an appointment.
Join Karen as she discusses healthy options for symptom management and how to get the most out of your food while going through cancer treatment.
December’s class will feature: Healing Baking with Karen and Sarah
Led by Karen Schnaekel, RDN, CSO, LDN
Dietitian II, Oncology Navigation Program
Allegheny Health Network, Cancer Institute at Saint Vincent Hospital
Are you a UPMC patient? Please join us for this educational session. The objective of this class is to review the risk of lymphedema in patients who have had treatment for breast cancer. We will review what is lymphedema, why oncology patients more at risk, current guidelines for risk reduction strategies, pre-operative and post-operative exercises and treatment options for those experiencing swelling. This class is recommended either before or after breast cancer surgery or treatment.
Sign UpAre you an AHN patient? Please join us for this educational session. The objective of this class is to review the risk of lymphedema in patients who have had treatment for breast cancer. We will review what is lymphedema, why oncology patients more at risk, current guidelines for risk reduction strategies, pre-operative and post-operative exercises and treatment options for those experiencing swelling. This class is recommended either before or after breast cancer surgery or treatment.
Sign UpJoin us as Lisa introduces nutritional and comforting autumn soups, just in time for the season. Registration required.
Led by Lisa Rose, Vegan Lifestyle Coach & Educator
Sign UpJoin us for tastings and discussions about ways to support our health and wellness. We’ll discuss foods and beverages that soothe our souls and lift our spirits, such as chocolates and more. We’ll discuss kitchen herbs and the many uses of herbal teas, as well as simple tasty snacks and a multitude of affordable, also accessible, nourishing delights.
Led by Leslie M Alexander, PhD, RH (AHG)
As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, The Erie Cancer Wellness Center relies on our friends, donors, partners, and community supporters. The organization is 100% privately funded, not receiving government monies or insurance reimbursement. Funding for The Erie Cancer Wellness Center is provided by tax-deductible donations from a caring community of individuals, families, foundations, and businesses.
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