Our programs and services are available:

  • To anyone in our service area who has been diagnosed with any type of cancer, as well as their families
  • At no cost
  • Regardless of insurance coverage

Survivors Academy

Your physical health is vitally important when facing a cancer diagnosis. Eating a balanced diet, staying active, and connecting with others can improve your recovery and mood.

Classes and workshops are available at no cost to people with cancer and their families in Northeast Indiana. We offer in person and virtual options.

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MEDITATION

NUTRITION

Registered Dietitian Sue Delagrange is available for one-on-one nutrition consultations at no cost. Call us at 260.484.9560 to learn more.

MELT METHOD

Every Wednesday from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m.
Instructed by Laura Hillyard, B.A., A.A.S., CBP; Trained practitioner in the Melt Method©

MELT Method eases pain and relaxes your body with a focus on hydration, using specialty balls and rollers. Equipment is provided.

Location: Healing Arts Center, 6316 Mutual Dr., Fort Wayne, IN 46825

STRENGTH BUILDING

Every Tuesday from 2:15 to 3:15 p.m.
Facilitated by Carla Jennings, FIT4U Personal Training

Exercises in this class will be modified to meet each person’s mobility or energy related needs. This allows everyone to participate fully and comfortably.

Location: Healing Arts Center, 6316 Mutual Dr., Fort Wayne, IN 46825

SUPPORT GROUPS

Contact Lauren Richwine at LRichwine@cancer-services.org or (260) 484-9560 for virtual access to any support group.

Breast Cancer:
Facilitated by Rebecca Rader, MSW, and Denise Deeds

  • Second Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
  • Third Tuesdays, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.

Both support groups meet at 6316 Mutual Dr., Fort Wayne and have a virtual attendance option. Download the 2025 list of guest speakers here.

Colorectal Cancer: Second Mondays, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Facilitated by Liz Fenimore, LCSW

This support group is open to adults with a current or previous colorectal cancer diagnosis of any type or stage. The group meets at 6316 Mutual Dr., Fort Wayne and has a virtual attendance option.

Lung Cancer: First Mondays, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Facilitated by Liz Fenimore, LCSW

This support group is open to adults with a current or previous lung cancer diagnosis of any type or stage. The group meets at 6316 Mutual Dr., Fort Wayne and has a virtual attendance option.

Prostate Cancer: First Thursdays, 6 to 7:30 p.m.
Facilitated by Bill Seidel

This support group meets at 6316 Mutual Dr., Fort Wayne and has a virtual attendance option. Spouses welcome.

Your Cancer Experience: A Community Support Group
For adults with any cancer diagnosis

First and third Tuesdays, 11 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Facilitated by Eva Vega, Client Advocate
(In-person only)
Modoc’s Market, 205 S Miami St., Wabash

Fourth Mondays, 12 to 1:30 p.m.
Facilitated by Becky Kreps, LCSW, OSW-C, Client Advocate
Cancer Services West, 2190 North Pointe Dr., Warsaw.

Su Experiencia con el Cáncer: Un Grupo de Apoyo Comunitario
Segundo martes, 3-4:30 p.m.
Solo asistencia virtual
Facilitado por Eva Vega, Persona de Apoyo. Este grupo será dirigido por alguien que habla español.

TAI CHI FOR HEALTH

Live virtual class: 10 to 11 a.m. on Tuesdays and Thursdays
Instructed by Celeste Motherwell

Contact Lauren Richwine at LRichwine@cancer-services.org or (260) 484-9560 for access.

In-person classes:

    • Mondays, 12:30 to 1:30 p.m., The League, 5821 S. Anthony Blvd., Fort Wayne
    • Thursdays, 2 to 3 p.m., Cancer Services (6316 Mutual Dr., Fort Wayne)

Monday: Instructed by Celeste Motherwell
Thursday: Instructed by Alan Clayton

YOGA FOR CANCER RECOVERY

Restorative Yoga: 12 to 1 p.m. on Wednesdays, 6316 Mutual Drive
Facilitated by Jenny Young

Chair Yoga: Currently on hiatus.