I attended The Living Well course which aims to provide people living with cancer and those close to them the essential information on how to support health and wellbeing. It explores the different ways in which cancer impacts on your life and teaches the tools to help you manage change positively. There is time to share experiences and learn from others, information on healthy eating and healthy cooking, and ideas on how to manage stress through simple relaxation and breathing exercises.
These courses have been developed in partnership with the National Cancer Survivorship Initiative at the recommendation of NHS Cancer Reform Strategy, and focusing on recovery, health and well being for all those living with and beyond cancer.
The Living Well course was run as a 2-day residential, based at their centre just outside Bristol.
The Main House at Penny Brohn |
The support is complementary, and can be used alongside main stream medical treatment. A medical team will focus on treating the disease; while their specialists focus more on the whole person. Founded 30 years ago, today Penny Brohn Cancer Care has supported many thousands of people affected by cancer through a range of therapeutic courses and information services. The Charity continues to set the standard in complementary cancer care and has the backing of leading oncologists, healthcare professionals and complementary therapists. |
My early morning walk along the river. |
Me ! |