We very much hope that we can be of help to you, either by helping you get access to books and resources near home that may assist you, or by helping you decide whether to join a Cancer Help Program retreat or one of the increasing number of programs inspired, in part or in whole, by the Cancer Help Program that are developing around the United States. The workshops offer a rich variety of opportunities for both intellectual and experiential learning. The CCHP is not a cancer therapy or treatment program. It is a place to explore the issues, choices, feelings and concerns that people with cancer often have, in the company of others, with an experienced and concerned staff. Almost all participants in the Commonweal Cancer Help Program report highly positive experiences.
Some people come to learn about informed choices in conventional and complementary cancer therapies.
Others look forward to yoga, progressive deep relaxation, meditation and imagery. Some seek the companionship of others facing cancer and the deep sharing of experiences that takes place in the morning sessions. Others appreciate the delicious vegetarian diet and caring massage. Using art, poetry, dreams and sandtrays as practical and vivid approaches to self-exploration is surprisingly beneficial. Many participants report that they got the most benefit from experiences in the program that were entirely unexpected.