Wellness Programs
To Life! strives to offer meaningful wellness programs to support the overall emotional and physical well-being of breast cancer patients and survivors. Classes are held virtually and/or in person (as noted) and are free for breast cancer survivors and thrivers, family & caregivers.
2025 Wellness Offerings
Yoga Classes
In person and virtual yoga classes are offered in Delmar. Instructor Cheryl Barrell (RYT-200) will lead the class for participants of all yoga experience and levels. Cheryl believes in a sustainable yoga practice and leads anatomy informed asana practices that include breath work and meditation. As always check with your healthcare provider before starting a new exercise program.
Bethlehem YMCA - 900 Delaware Avenue, Delmar
Sunday, April 27 ~ 5:30 pm
Sunday, May 25 ~ 5:30 pm
Sunday, June 8 and 22 - 5:30 pm
Walk With Intention, Walking Club - Ongoing
To Life! Is walking with intention! Walk with us as we head to the beaches of Miami, Florida! We will add up the total miles and hours that we each walk and make our way to Miami. Miami is 1473 miles from Albany. Together we will get there!
Walking will take place on your own time and we will connect weekly to check in. We will host monthly walks in person around the capital region at various times, to be sure all are included. For more info or to join, email tashamarie@tolife.org. You can join this program continuously through the year.
Morning Meditations
Learn the art of mindfulness for a better you. We will sit in stillness and practice gentle breath work and body scans in order to improve our overall health and wellbeing. Hope Club ~1 Penny Lane, Latham
Generally meeting the first Tuesdays of each month from 9:30 am - 10:30 am.
Email Tasha for more information and to confirm schedule - tashamarie@tolife.org
To Life! Book Club
Read with us! Book discussions held every 5-6 weeks from 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm in the gallery at 110 Spring Street, Saratoga Springs.
We are reading 'No! I don't Want to Join A Book Club' by Virginia Ironside
Next read is 'No I Don't Want To Be Pink' by Dena Taylor
Virtual option available. For more information and to join email tashamarie@tolife.org.
Caregiving and Fatigue
Thursday, April 24 and May 29 ~ 6:00 pm,19 Linden Avenue, Troy
(The workshop is in the "barn" at the top of the driveway.)
Understanding compassion fatigue, grief skills and self-care.
For details and to RSVP email Tasha at Tasha tashamarie@tolife.org.
Thrive with Hypnosis with Deb Raftery, MA CCH
May 6, 13 and 20 ~ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm, To Life! Delmar - 410 Kenwood Avenue, Delmar
Learn about self hypnosis and the power it has to offer healing.
Bring a friend. 10 spaces available.
For details and to RSVP email Tasha at Tasha tashamarie@tolife.org.
Soul Care Circle Sound Healing
Monday, May 12 ~ 5:45 pm - 7:00 pm,19 Linden Avenue, Troy
(The workshop is in the "barn" at the top of the driveway.)
For details and to RSVP email Tasha at Tasha tashamarie@tolife.org.
Nature Walks with Wilton Wildlife Preserve
Thursday, May 22 at 4:00 pm
Thursday, May 29 at 4:00 pm
Saturday, June 7 at 10:30 am
Join us for a nature walk led by Allyson Paradis, Environmental Education Coordinator. Please wear comfortable, supportive footware and plan for 1.5 hours of time.
Meet at Saratoga North Parking Lot #1, 80 Scout Road, Wilton.
For details and to RSVP email Tasha at Tasha tashamarie@tolife.org.
What We're Working On
Adventures in Art with Kathy Zazarine
June 5, 12 and 19 ~ 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Learn Collage Therapy
For details on all programs and to RSVP email Tasha at Tasha tashamarie@tolife.org.
Reiki Energy Sessions with Judy Rosch
Certified Reiki practitioner Judy Rosch is offering complimentary virtual Reiki Energy sessions. Reiki can help promote relaxation and healing and can have a rejuvenating and refreshing effect. Judy has a BS in Nursing and worked in the health field since 1970. Judy also earned certificates as a Brennan Healing Science Practitioner and a Chopra Center Ayurvedic Lifestyle instructor. Judy has been a long time supporter and friend of To Life! For appointments, please contact Judy directly at judy.rosch@gmail.com.
YANA Yoga
YANA Yoga offers complimentary yoga classes to survivors and thrivers. YANA Yoga is located in Malta at 100 Saratoga Village Blvd., Suite 26. Email Ellen at ellen@yanayoga.net for more information and to sign up.
Helpful Wellness Links
Exercise, Mindfulness and Nutrition Programs
- Breast Cancer Coalition of Rochester - gentle yoga and more
- Breast Cancer Freebies
- Breast Cancer in Women of Color - NYU Langone Medical Center
- Breast Cancer Network of Western NY
- Breast Cancer and Nutrition - Dana Farber Cancer Institute
- Cancer Dietitian - Life Style Tips for Prevention and Survivorship - Julie Lanford MPH, RD, CSO, LDN - Live and Recorded Cooking Videos via YouTube
- Exercises for Breast Cancer Survivors - YouTube
- Plant Based Cooking Talk and Demonstration with Patty Wukitsch, MS, RD, CDN of Hannaford Supermarkets
- Lymphedema Exercises
- Mindful Meditation for Breast Cancer Survivors - YouTube
- Moving for Life
- Nature Walks and Programs hosted by Mohawk Hudson Land Conservancy Properties
- QiGong for Breast Cancer Survivors - YouTube
- QiGong Gentle Practice - YouTube
- SHARE
- Surviving Breast Cancer Wellness Programs
- The Hope Club - Latham, NY - Facebook Page
- YWCA of White Plains & Central Westchester - Tai Chi & Gentle Yoga for Breast Cancer Survivors - Email & Access Calendar
Meditation/Relaxation Apps
- Breathe2Relax
- Colorfly
- Headspace
- Insight Timer
- Smiling Mind
- Tarah Brach Guided Meditation
- Ten Percent Happier
- Tibetan Healing Sound Experience