positive wellbeing programmes
These will be delivered face to face in Cancer Lifeline. Please contact us if you would prefer to join in online.
fatigue management programme
Fatigue is a feeling of tiredness and lack of energy that everyone will experience at some time during and / or after a cancer diagnosis and its treatments.
The effects of Fatigue will be different for everyone but can cause great difficulty with doing everyday activities that are important to us. Fatigue can make you feel frustrated, overwhelmed, and depressed. Fatigue is also now known to be one of the long-term side effects of Covid-19, which is affecting so many of us now too.
In this session you will hear from other people who are maybe experiencing the same feelings and symptoms as you. It will help you to understand the causes of fatigue and will provide some useful advice, tips, and techniques to help you to start to overcome fatigue. Begin to make positive changes to your energy levels, mood, wellbeing, and quality of life.
Date: Tues 3rd November 2026 & Tuesday 2nd February 2027
Time: 2.00 – 3.30pm
Facilitator: Dot Thompson (Occupational Therapist BHSCT)
get active - walking group
Going for a nice walk or a gentle stroll, may help, if you are experiencing poor sleep, feel anxious etc…
Our Walking Group walks locally in North Belfast. Once a month we organise one off trips to places of interest such as public parks across the city and others as suggested by group participants. You must attend for three weeks in a row to take part in the outings.
The Walking Group is led by our experienced walking leaders Liz & Richard who have both completed their Walking Leaders Course via Belfast Health & Social Care Trust (BHSCT). Group is designed for people of all walking abilities.
Please wear comfortable footwear & clothing.
Date: Every Wednesday during Oct 2026 – March 2027 (except during holiday closures)
Time: 2.00 – 3.30pm (Please note the group kick starts on Wed 16th Oct 2024).
Leaders: Liz Cameron, Richard Moran, Jennifer Turnbull & Denis Hughes
Vital Nutrition for living well
Are you confused about nutrition? Do you want to make some changes to your diet, but don’t know where to start?
If you are looking for simple and straightforward ways to make positive changes to your diet, then our nutritionist Jane McClenaghan is here to help you make sense of healthy eating.
Jane will help you to set realistic and achievable goals and guide you on the best foods to add to your shopping basket.
Dates: Tuesday 17th Nov 2026 & Tuesday 23rd Feb 2027
Time: 10.30am – 12.30pm
Tutor: Jane McClenaghan (Nutritional Therapist)
YOGA FOR GENTLE MOVEMENT
These sessions will help you improve your levels of fitness, physical & positive well being and flexibility supporting you to become more active.
Please wear comfortable clothing.
Dates: Thursday 15th, 22nd 29th October, Thursday 12th, 19th, 26th November 2026
Time: 11.00am – 12.30pm
Facilitator: Mary Connolly, Lead Complementary Therapist.
FEEL GOOD mornings
Our Feel-Good Mornings are an opportunity to enhance your general appearance and self-image through one to one hair slots, hair care, wig information, skin care etc… they are a chance to try out new taster activities to support your well being.
The sessions will also have information stalls from a range of community, statutory and voluntary organisations. Having the opportunity to connect with other service providers can open up new opportunities for additional support.
Dates: Wed 14th Oct, Wed 11th November 2026 (Male & Female)
Wed 17th Feb 2027 (Male Only)
Time: 10.00am – 12.00pm
(Light refreshments provided)
YOGA FOR REDUCING STRESS
Yoga helps relax tense muscles, promotes deep breathing and encourages mindfulness.
Yoga also supports you to find a more restful state, reducing overall stress and anxiety levels.
Please wear comfortable clothing
Date: Thurs 21st, 28th Jan 2027, 4th, 11th, 18th, 25th Feb 2027.
Time: 11:00am – 12.30pm
Facilitator: Mary Connolly, Lead Complementary Therapist
MINDFULNESS MADE EASY
Mindfulness is the practice of paying attention to the present moment with openess, curiousity and kindness towards yourself.
It helps reduce stress, improve focus and trains your mind to notice thoughts, sensations and be aware of your surroundings.
This session will bring you to a more peaceful & harmonious state of mind.
Date: Wednesday 18th November 2026
Time: 12.30 – 2:00pm
Facilitator: Mary Connolly, Lead Complementary Therapist
A light lunch will be provided.
BACH FLOWER REMEDIES
Bach flower remedies may be able to support you through difficult times such as poor health, grief, life stress, anxiety or feeling overwhelmed, to name but a few.
The remedies can be taken alongside any medication you are on, as they do not affect the physical body, but act more on the emotional wellbeing aspect.
This one-off session will help you explore the benefits of Bach Flower Remedies in your life so that you may feel more balanced and able to deal with everyday life.
You will be able to select your own Bach Flower for home use.
Date: Wed 10th March 2027
Time: 12:30 – 2pm
Facilitator: Mary Connolly Lead Complementary Therapist.
A light lunch will be provided.
A HOLISTIC APPROACH...
Holistic living is about recognising that all aspects of your life – mental, emotional, physical and spiritual are connected.
It addresses the root causes of issues rather than the symptoms and creating harmony across all areas of your life.
We will address some techniques to bring more balance into your daily life.
Date: Wed 20th January 2027
Time: 12:30 – 2pm
Facilitator: Mary Connolly Lead Complementary Therapist.
A light lunch will be provided.
Breast Awareness Workshop
Take time to prioritise your health.
This session will explore the importance of breast awareness and breast screening. It will include a practical demonstration on how to check your breasts and highlights the signs and symptoms to look out for.
This session will be particularly beneficial to male and female family members affected by cancer.
Date: Tuesday 20th Oct 2026
Time: 10.30am – 12.00pm
cervical screening awareness
This session highlights the benefits of regular cervical screening as well as what happens at a smear test.
The session includes information on the types of results and what they mean.
This session is for females only.
Date: Tues 16th February 2027
Time: 10:30am – 12:00pm
What is peripheral Neuropathy
Peripheral Neuropathy is a condition resulting from damage to nerves in the body’s extremities such as hands and feet.
It can often cause discomfort including numbness and a tingling sensation. This can be a very distressing side effect of treatment following a cancer diagnosis.
We are delighted to welcome to Cancer Lifeline Edel Aughey, Macmillan Consultant Nurse, Oncology from Northern Ireland Cancer Centre, who will talk directly to you about the condition.
The purpose of the session is to:
- Help understand what peripheral neuropathy is.
- Discuss what causes peripheral neuropathy
- Be aware of the signs and symptoms
- Review treatment options and how to manage peripheral neuropathy
- Share helpful tips on living well with peripheral neuropathy.
Date: Tues 26th January 2027
Time: 2:00 – 3:30pm
Facilitator: Edel Aughey, Macmillan Consultant Nurse, Oncology