Cancer Care @ the JCC

cancer yoga
cancer care 3
Shirley Kohn Spa Day for Women Living with Breast or Ovarian Cancer
Zentangle
Fruit, Nuts, and Vegetables
Women Doing Water Exercise
Woman Doing Virtual Yoga Class
Woman Doing Yoga
Yoga at the MMJCCM


The cancer care at the JCC program is based on the four pillars of health: MOVE, RESTORE, NOURISH, and CONNECT. All of our programs are based on scientific findings of the importance of a plant-based diet and regular exercise in easing the side effects of cancer treatment and boost healing.

Created in partnership with Alison Estabrook, M.D., a nationally recognized breast cancer surgeon, this innovative program is designed to share the latest in medical information while also bringing complementary health and wellness programming to those living at risk of and/or impacted by breast cancer. Click here to read more about Dr. Estabrook.

Cancer Care programs are FREE for those being tested or treated for cancer. An intake form is require to receive your discount code.  

MOVE

Free Ongoing Cancer Care Exercise Classes

The following fitness classes are free and designed specifically for those being tested or treated for cancer. Please click the links below to register.

VIRTUAL

HYBRID

IN PERSON

 


RESTORE

Daily Drop-In Meditation (Virtual)

Activate peace and calm whether you're brand new to meditation or an experienced practitioner, all are welcome.

Mornings: Mon–Fri, 7:30–8:30 am. Click here to participate.
Evenings: Mon–Thu, 5:45–6:45 pm. Click here to participate.

For more information about meditation instructors, click here.

Breast + Ovarian Cancer Support Massage

Tuesdays, Thursdays + Fridays, 10 am-2 pm
To schedule an appointment, Please fill out the JCC Cancer Care Massage Intake Form and submit it. We will call you to make an appointment. Prescription required.

Receive supportive, holistic bodywork, employing massage techniques suitable for individuals undergoing treatment or for those who are post-treatment and/or postsurgery from therapists Dominique Bousquet and Ericka Clinton.

If you have any concerns or questions about oncology massage please email oncologymassage@mmjccm.org.

Please understand the specific nature of this program. We are responsible for utilizing our limited time to best serve patients. If you are unable to make your scheduled appointment, please let us know as soon as possible so that we have the opportunity to rebook the time. A cancellation fee will be charged, as set forth below, for any cancellation unless such cancellation is due to a medical emergency, or you are having COVID-19-related symptoms. Please let us know of any health issues immediately. Documentation will be required.
Cancellation Fees: JCC Members ($55), and General Public ($65)
 


NOURISH

Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan is working together with Plant Powered Metro New York to present plant-based cooking classes and demos that address different aspects of a healthy diet and the ways in which nutrition can help protect against and improve a variety of health conditions.

To view upcoming nutrition programs, click here.


CONNECT

Broadway's Best for Breast Cancer

Join Caroline Kohles, JCC Senior Director of Health and Wellness, and amazing Broadway entertainers for our virtual series celebrating life and fostering learning. Hear top health and wellness experts discuss how life is affected during and after cancer—all without leaving your sofa! As always, we will tell you how to take advantage of the complementary and supportive care of the JCC’s programs.

This special program is cosponsored by the Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan and Dr. Alison Estabrook, a nationally recognized breast cancer surgeon who is currently professor emeritus of surgery at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. She was founder and chief of the Comprehensive Breast Center, Mount Sinai West, in New York City, and co-founder of Breastlink New York, an affiliate of Radnet. The program is endorsed by JCC community partners Sharsheret, The Nia Technique, and the American Cancer Society.

To enjoy a sampling of musical numbers from Broadway's Best for Breast Cancer, click here. To view recordings of past programs, click here.

Positive Psychology Hour

Learn how the science and practice of positive psychology can help you fortify your resilience. Hear from leading experts in the field of positive psychology who offer a variety of skills that can help you build your inner strength and coping skills. This series is offered in partnership with Wholebeing Institute and moderated by Caroline Kohles, JCC Senior Director of Health and Wellness. 

To register, click here.

Watch past webinars here.

Wholebeing Institute is dedicated to teaching the science of human flourishing and is based in Massachusetts. For more information go to WholebeingInstitute.com.

Shirley Kohn Spa Day for Individuals Impacted by Breast or Ovarian Cancer

This annual free day of pampering and renewal is designed to lift the spirits while pampering the body. The day's sessions may include self-massage, Zentangle art therapy, and mind/body exercises including yoga, meditation, and Moving for Life, all specifically designed for women living with cancer.

This program has been named in loving memory of Shirley Kohn by the support of her friends and family. This program was created in partnership with Dr. Alison Estabrook, a nationally recognized breast cancer surgeon, and is co-sponsored by SHARE, Sharsheret, The NIA Technique, and Moving for Life.

Support

The Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan is proud to partner with Sharsheret to provide support services for those impacted by cancer.


To be placed on our email list, please click the button below to join our email list, and make sure to check off Cancer Care in the list of options.

Cancer Care Classes

Zentangle: Intro to Therapeutic Doodling: Take All Five and Save
Zentangle: Intro to Therapeutic Doodling: Take All Five and Save

Virtual. Zentangle is easy-to-learn, relaxing, and fun. Drawing patterns, called tangles, allows you to focus, get lost in repetition, all while creating beautiful Zentangle art. The main goal is to relax your mind, relieve stress and achieve a meditative state.

-
-
50.00
Members
50.00
Public
50.00
Fitness + Pool Members
Clutter Clearing 101
Clutter Clearing 101

Virtual. In this 4 week series get to the underlying reasons why you have clutter and how it's affecting you in your life. Get expert help to declutter your home. Learn highly effective techniques, including how to decide what to keep or what to let go. Discover the joys of living clutter-free! 

-
-
200.00
Members
200.00
Public
Beginner Pelvic Floor Workshop 1 + 2: Don’t Suffer in Silence (Women Only): Take Both and Save
Beginner Pelvic Floor Workshop 1 + 2: Don’t Suffer in Silence (Women Only): Take Both and Save

Virtual. Many factors can weaken pelvic floor muscles, including pregnancy, childbirth, surgery, aging, and being overweight. If these muscles weaken, you may lose bladder control when you sneeze. If they are too tight, you may have lower back, pelvic, or hip pain.

-
-
35.00
Members
40.00
Public
Clutter Clearing: Paper Series
Clutter Clearing: Paper Series

Virtual. In this series you will identify what type of paper clutter you have, learn how to set up a current system and go through your backlog of paper. Some of the topics covered in this class include paper, books, cards, newspapers, magazine articles, photos and more.

-
-
200.00
Members
200.00
Public
[VIRTUAL] Functional Fitness for Bone
Health + Injury Prevention (Lecture + Demonstration)
[VIRTUAL] Functional Fitness for Bone
Health + Injury Prevention (Lecture + Demonstration)

Virtual. Learn exercises and appropriate postural alignment to maintain and regain bone health, creating new movement patterns to stave off fractures of the spine and increase strength and mobility of the wrists, ankles, and hips. Please wear loose-fitting clothing.

-
20.00
Members
25.00
Public
[IN PERSON] Functional Fitness for Bone
Health + Injury Prevention (Lecture + Demonstration)
[IN PERSON] Functional Fitness for Bone
Health + Injury Prevention (Lecture + Demonstration)

In Person. Learn exercises and appropriate postural alignment to maintain and regain bone health, creating new movement patterns to stave off fractures of the spine and increase strength and mobility of the wrists, ankles, and hips. Please wear loose-fitting clothing.

-
20.00
Members
25.00
Public
Pain Relief with Pilates and More: Relieve Your Arthritis Pain
Pain Relief with Pilates and More: Relieve Your Arthritis Pain

In Person. Arthritis is joint pain that makes movement either impossible or painful. Through a series of Pilates exercises and stretches, movement can become pain free. Learn how you can get moving again to experience the pleasure of daily activity and exercise that are essential to good health.

-
27.00
Members
35.00
Public
25.00
Fitness + Pool Members
Eating for Bone Health
Eating for Bone Health

Virtual. Learn how diet can promote healthy bones, and discover the foods that support a strong and healthy skeletal system.

Presenter: Jason Machowsky RD, CSSD, RCEP, CSCS

-
15.00
Members
15.00
Public

Help us continue to ensure accessible programming for everyone. Please support Cancer Care at the Marlene Meyerson JCC Manhattan.