We are taking this opportunity to connect with our community, keep our members informed, and share tips and tricks from our trainers, program directors, and staff members! We hope you will stay tuned and follow along!
Dear Connection friends,
I am thrilled to extend warm greetings to our entire community as I step into the role of Executive Director here at The Connection. It is with great excitement and a profound sense of responsibility that I join this renowned organization. Read More …
Today marks a bittersweet moment as we bid farewell to our Executive Director, Wendy Graeb, on her last day before retirement. Wendy’s unwavering dedication and passion have been the driving force behind The Connection’s success for nearly three decades. Read More …
Have you ever heard of “forest bathing”? It is a practice of therapeutic relaxation where one spends time in a forest or other natural atmosphere, at a slow pace, without distraction, focusing on sensory engagement, in order to connect with nature and to de-stress. Certain trees and plants release compounds including essential oils that can Read More …
Women undergoing cancer treatment and their family members receive nutrient-rich, organic, meals and sides through our “Pathways Cooks” program. The delicious and healthy meals and sides are delivered each week directly to the women’s homes. The Pathways Cooks program has delivered over 14,000 meals to the doorsteps of women with cancer and their families since 2011. One of these recipients shared her story below: Read More …
The Pathways Women’s Cancer Teaching Project empowers breast and gynecological cancer survivors by giving them a forum to share their cancer journeys with doctors and medical, nursing and physician assistant students. Lisa Merck was one of the most devoted Patient Educators. For 6 years, Lisa shared her experiences being diagnosed with and treated for breast Read More …
Toxins are all around us – in food, water, the air, cleaning supplies, cosmetics, even our electronic devices. We have built-in detoxification systems, but they can benefit from extra support with a 10-14 day basic detox program (without pills, flushes or cleanses) as described below. I have done this plan myself and will explain how it Read More …
My cancer diagnosis taught me to speak up and ask, “What do I need to know?” and “What can I be doing for myself?” Read More …
Many people hear the words “High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT)” and assume that this type of workout is only meant for a very fit or young person or an athlete. In fact, HIIT training is relative to fitness level. You push to YOUR “maximum” with regular rest intervals. Read More …
Reiki is a Japanese form of energy healing, a type of alternative medicine. Reiki practitioners use a technique called palm healing or hands-on healing through which a “universal energy” is said to be transferred through the palms of the practitioner to the patient in order to encourage emotional or physical healing. Read More …