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 17th June & Tuesday 16th Sept 2025
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 April 2025 – Sept 2025 (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
*Please note the Walking Group does not take place during the months July & August.
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: Thursday 22nd May & Tuesday 9th Sept 2025
Time: 10.30am – 12.30pm
Tutor: Jane McClenaghan (Nutritional Therapist)
gentle yoga to regain strength and balance
These sessions will help you improve your levels of physical fitness, flexibility and positive well being, supporting you to become more active.
Please wear comfortable clothing.
Dates: Thursday 23rd, 30th April, Thursday 7th, 14th, 21st and 28th May.
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 13th May, Wed 9th September.
Time: 10.00am – 12.00pm
(Light refreshments provided)
let your chi (energy) flow
These sessions will combine slow, flowing movements, rhythmic breathing and meditative focus on balance and life energy.
The sessions aim to improve physical health, reduce stress and enhance immune functions.
Date: Thurs 3rd, 10th, 17th, 24th September.
Time: 11:00am – 12.30pm
Facilitator: Mary Connolly, Lead Complementary Therapist
mindfulness based self-care
In this taster session, you will learn how to begin to regulate your nervous system through mindfulness – based practices of self-compassion and loving kindness.
Research indicates that self-compassion is strongly associated with psychological wellbeing. Higher levels of self-compassion are linked to increased feelings of happiness, optimism, curiosity and connectedness, as well as decreased feelings of lonliness and isolation.
Date: Wednesday 22nd April
Time: 1.30pm – 3.30pm
Facilitator: Veronica Ellis
understanding crystals
Why are crystals so important I hear you ask?
Crystals can have a very positive energy in your home and for yourself. Come along, take part & learn how to use crystals, and understand their properties, to effect postive changes in your life.
Date: Wed 3rd June
Time: 12:30 – 2pm
Facilitator: Mary Connolly Lead Complementary Therapist.
colour therapy
This workshop will explore the energy and meaning behind colour and how it affects our mood and our daily lives.
Date: Wed 20th May
Time: 12:30 – 2pm
Facilitator: Mary Connolly Lead Complementary Therapist.
Responding positively to Stress & Anxiety
This workshop will explore tips and techniques we can use in our every day lives, which will help us deal and cope with stressful life/health challenges. Make time for yourself in the midst of a very busy life
Date: Wednesday 16th Sept
Time: 12.30pm – 2.00pm
Facilitator: Mary Connolly Lead Complementary Therapist.
bowel screening awareness workshop
The Women’s Resource & Development Agency will deliver their Bowel Screening Awareness workshop in Cancer Lifeline.
Come along and meet up with others in your community. We will provide information on the signs and symptoms to look out for, how you can reduce your risk of bowel cancer and how to use the Screening test.
Date: Tues 9th June
Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm
To book your place contact the office on 02890 351 999.