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.
2024 Wellness Offerings
Yoga Classes
In person and virtual yoga classes are offered in two locations: Delmar and Saratoga. 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, September 15 and 29 starting at 5:30 pm.
Yoga Mandali - 454 Broadway, 2nd Floor
Sunday, September 8 and 22 starting at 5:30 pm.
To register email tashamarie@tolife.org. A virtual link is available please inquire with registration.
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.
Amsterdam Walking Program - Ongoing
Carmen Rodriguez, To Life! Breast Educator will be facilitating weekly and hourlong walks out of Amsterdam. Meeting Wednesdays starting at 5:00 pm. To join email Carmen at Carmen.Rodriguez1@nysmha.org to get meeting location and route details. If you are in our walking club, these steps count towards our Miami miles. If you are not in our walking club, read more under "Walk with Intention, Walking Club" posted on this page for more information.
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
Mindful Art Program
Thursday, September 12 ~ 1:00 - 3:00 pm
Join us for a short meditation and gentle breathwork followed by mindful art with a different project each time.
The 2nd Thursday of each month at Hope Club - 1 Penny Lane, Latham.
RSVP to Tasha tashamarie@tolife.org
Lymphedema Champions Resource Group
Tuesday, September 17 ~ 6:00 pm ~ Hope Club, 1 Penny Lane Latham
A safe space to discuss lymphedema challenges and acquire resources.
For more information email tashamarie@tolife.org or dpleskovic@tolife.org
To Life! Book Club
Next Meeting ~ Tuesday, September 24
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 'Three Women' by Lisa Taddeo
Virtual option available. To join email tashamarie@tolife.org.
Learn to Knit
Monday, September 23 ~1:00 - 3:00 pm
To Life! Delmar - 410 Kenwood Avenue, Delmar.
RSVP to Tasha tashamarie@tolife.org or call 518-439-5975.
Learn to Crochet
Thursday, September 26 ~ 4:30 - 6:30 pm
Learn to crochet with us. Any level is welcome to join.
To Life! Delmar - 410 Kenwood Avenue, Delmar.
RSVP to Tasha tashamarie@tolife.org or call 518-439-5975.
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