Yoga
Penn Radiation Oncology Quality of Life
Join our yoga practitioner Tali for an all levels yoga class that is geared towards cancer patients, survivors, and their family. Please contact RadOncPatientEngagement@uphs.upenn.edu for the link to join.
Location: Virtual - Microsoft Teams Video Conference. Audience: Patients. Other. Caregivers. Type of Event: Virtual Event Only.
Thursday, September 18, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Virtual/In-Person Breastfeeding Support Group
Women's Health HUP
This support group will take place virtually/ in-person and is facilitated by an experienced IBCLC. Come meet other parent and engage in peer breastfeeding support in a non-judgmental environment.
You may access the group virtually every Thursday from 12 PM-1 PM via Microsoft Teams using
Meeting ID: 256 954 288 036
Passcode: TYUdEa
or click the following link:
https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_YWQ4YTFiYTMtY2I4Zi00Y2JjLWI5MWEtNDUxZDQ1MjRmOGQx%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%2258e32bb7-141e-4bae-af01-f29f2a6613c2%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%2218c6d43a-15ac-4369-add1-8318d15a3a71%22%7d
In-person registration required. The group will meet in the Family Caregiver Center, 1 Ravdin. A scale will be provided.
An email invitation will be sent to those who register. Thank you!
For questions, please email: Maria.DiSciullo@pennmedicine.upenn.edu or call/text 215-410-1226.
Location: Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. Audience: Patients. Type of Event: Support & Networking Group.
Thursday, September 18, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Caregivers Together
Cancer Support Groups
This virtual group welcomes caregivers, family members, and other support persons (age 18+) of a person with a cancer diagnosis, to join at any time.
Oncology social workers will facilitate discussion, support and resources.
This group takes place on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month from 12 - 1 pm.
For more information contact: megan.melick@pennmedicine.upenn.edu or Laura.Kotler-Klein@pennmedicine.upenn.edu
To join the group, and get access to the virtual meeting, Sign Up. .
Location: Virtual. Audience: Caregivers. Type of Event: Support & Networking Group. Cancer Type: All Cancers.
Thursday, September 18, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Art Therapy - Open Studio
Penn Radiation Oncology Quality of Life
Join us for art therapy – no experience necessary! Led by art therapist Grace Childers, each art therapy open studio session will have easy and interesting projects to create. Art therapy can help: reduce stress and fatigue , promote physical, mental, and emotional wellness , encourage self-expression and creativity, Drop in any time during a session – no registration required!
Location: Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine. Address Building/Floor: CN Level - Radiation Oncology
The Studio is located to the left of the lobby when you step off the elevator. Audience: Caregivers. Patients. Type of Event: Other.
Thursday, September 18, 2025, 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM.
Art Therapy - Individual Session Slots
Penn Radiation Oncology Quality of Life
Sign up for an individual art therapy session with art therapist Grace Childers! During this session, you will work on easy and interesting art therapy projects one-on-one with Grace. reduce stress and fatigue , promote physical, mental, and emotional wellness , encourage self-expression and creativity, To sign up, please email Grace Childers: Grace.Childers@pennmedicine.upenn.edu.
Location: Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine. Address Building/Floor: CN Level - Radiation Oncology
The Studio is to the left of the front desk when you step off the elevator. Audience: Caregivers. Patients. Type of Event: Other.
Thursday, September 18, 2025, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM.
Virtual Chair-Based Yoga Classes
Cancer Support Groups
Led by Michelle Stortz, these chair-based yoga classes are designed to ease the side effects of treatment, reduce anxiety, improve quality of sleep and adapt to participants' needs. The classes are sponsored by Pennsylvania Hospital virtually.
Classes are held on Zoom twice weekly:
Mondays: 1 to 1:45 pm
Thursdays: 4 to 5:00 pm, Registration is required to receive the Zoom link.
Note: You may join the class up to 5 minutes after we begin. After that, the class will be closed. We hope you'll be able to join the next class!
Location: Virtual. Audience: Patients. Type of Event: Support & Networking Group. Cancer Type: All Cancers.
Thursday, September 18, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
4th Focus on Prostate Cancer
Abramson Cancer Center
Overview, The 4th Focus on Prostate Cancer conference is designed to address the personal and medical issues of those whose lives have been affected by prostate cancer. Gain knowledge and take action by getting important information from expert speakers. Find hope and support through inspiring stories, expert insights, and live virtual Q&A sessions. Learning Objectives, Patients and families will be able to: Identify the latest advances in prostate cancer treatment , Identify strategies for follow-up care related to survivorship and late effects of prostate cancer treatment , Demonstrate patient-active behavior in working with the healthcare team to make ongoing treatment decisions, Who Should Attend , Those at risk and anyone affected by prostate cancer , Family members, caregivers, advocates and members of the public.
Online Location: Virtual. Cancer Type: Prostate Cancer. Type of Event: Conference.
Friday, September 19, 2025, 7:45 AM – 3:30 PM.
Heart Transplant Support Group
Heart Transplant
Support groups are held virtually on Microsoft Teams every third Friday of the month from 11:00 AM - 12:30PM.
For more information, contact Rachel.Schendler@pennmedicine.upenn.edu.
Location: Virtual. Audience: Patients. Caregivers. Type of Event: Support & Networking Group.
Friday, September 19, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM.
IN PERSON Childbirth Prep Labor Lab
Women's Health HUP
This ONE-DAY accelerated and interactive course will review relaxation, stages of labor/vaginal deliveries, cesarean sections, anesthesia, postpartum, and hospital newborn care. Birthing parents and partners will have the opportunity to practice labor positions, breathing techniques, and swaddling/diapering newborns.
This class is led by a women's health RN/Childbirth Educator and is designed for those who want to receive all course content within one class day. Web-based learning materials will be provided. There will be a 45-minute break for lunch.
Families are encouraged to register separately for a virtual maternity tour session.
If you have any questions, please email Kelly McNulty at: childbirthclass@pennmedicine.upenn.edu or call/text (215) 410-1226.
Location: Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. Address Building/Floor: 2nd Floor Donner Building Conference Room
Between the Silverstein and Founders Buildings
TAKE THE SILVERSTEIN ELEVATORS TO THE 2ND FLOOR AND FOLLOW THE HALLWAY TOWARD THE FOUNDERS BUILDING. Audience: Patients. Type of Event: Class.
Saturday, September 20, 2025, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
Virtual ALL DAY (one session) Preparation for Childbirth Class
Women's Health HUP
This ONE-DAY online and interactive course covers topics such as: labor & delivery, cesarean sections, anesthesia, postpartum, and review of hospital newborn care. This class is designed for those who want to receive all course content within one class day. Web-based learning materials will be provided. A self-guided review of third trimester in pregnancy is encouraged with the provided materials. Breaks will be offered along with a mid-session break for lunch.
Due to the lengthy nature of this class, the virtual maternity tour will not be included, but families are encouraged to register separately for that session.
You will receive an email and Meeting ID link 1 day prior to the class start (PLEASE CHECK ALL EMAIL/JUNK MAIL FOLDERS).
If you have any questions, please email Kelly McNulty at: childbirthclass@pennmedicine.upenn.edu or call (215) 410-1226.
Location: Virtual. Audience: Patients. Type of Event: Class.
Sunday, September 21, 2025, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
Yoga
Penn Radiation Oncology Quality of Life
Join our yoga practitioner Tali for an all levels yoga class that is geared towards cancer patients, survivors, and their family. Please contact RadOncPatientEngagement@uphs.upenn.edu for the link to join.
Location: Virtual - Microsoft Teams Video Conference. Audience: Patients. Other. Caregivers. Type of Event: Virtual Event Only.
Monday, September 22, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Virtual Chair-Based Yoga Classes
Cancer Support Groups
Led by Michelle Stortz, these chair-based yoga classes are designed to ease the side effects of treatment, reduce anxiety, improve quality of sleep and adapt to participants' needs. The classes are sponsored by Pennsylvania Hospital virtually.
Classes are held on Zoom twice weekly:
Mondays: 1 to 1:45 pm
Thursdays: 4 to 5:00 pm, Registration is required to receive the Zoom link.
Note: You may join the class up to 5 minutes after we begin. After that, the class will be closed. We hope you'll be able to join the next class!
Location: Virtual. Audience: Patients. Type of Event: Support & Networking Group. Cancer Type: All Cancers.
Monday, September 22, 2025, 1:00 PM – 1:45 PM.
Art Therapy - Open Studio
Penn Radiation Oncology Quality of Life
Join us for art therapy – no experience necessary! Led by art therapist Grace Childers, each art therapy open studio session will have easy and interesting projects to create. Art therapy can help: reduce stress and fatigue , promote physical, mental, and emotional wellness , encourage self-expression and creativity, Drop in any time during a session – no registration required!
Location: Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine. Address Building/Floor: CN Level - Radiation Oncology
The Studio is located to the left of the front desk when you step off the elevator. Audience: Caregivers. Patients. Type of Event: Other.
Monday, September 22, 2025, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Kidney Transplant Support Group
Kidney Transplant
All meetings will be held virtually via Blue Jeans from 10-11am. Pre and post kidney transplant patients and caregivers are welcome to attend.
To subscribe to the e-mail list to receive the links to join each support group session, please email the kidney social work team at: KidneyTransplantSupportGroup@pennmedicine.upenn.edu, Links to the support group meeting will be sent out via e-mail, 1 day before the scheduled group. *Note: Safari sometimes runs into issues when launching the Blue Jeans meeting platform. If possible try to use a different web browser (i.e. Chrome or Explorer) for the meeting. To log in from a phone or tablet: download the Blue Jeans App, and then enter the meeting room details when it is time to log into the meeting, For further information or updates, please contact the kidney transplant social work team at: Email: KidneyTransplantSupportGroup@pennmedicine.upenn.edu, Phone: (215) 615-8055.
Location: Virtual. Audience: Caregivers. Patients. Type of Event: Support & Networking Group.
Tuesday, September 23, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Reiki Circle
Cancer Support Groups
Are you Reiki Curious? , Join us for Reiki meditation and Reiki self-practice. The meditation is a traditional Japanese, Reiki meditation that will help you connect to (Rei) Ki. Think qi, chi or prana, all words to describe universal life force energy already present in you. Come and connect with your breath, regulate your nervous system, tap into a deep sense of calm and just be. No Reiki experience necessary; just dress comfortably. , Meets Tuesdays 10-11 am
Sign up below to get access to the virtual class. .
Location: Virtual. Audience: Patients. Type of Event: Support & Networking Group. Cancer Type: All Cancers.
Tuesday, September 23, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
In-person Alumni-Patient Gathering
Penn Radiation Oncology Quality of Life
The gathering is a great way to connect with current patients, caregivers, and alumni patients. Please contact RadOncPatientEngagement@uphs.upenn.edu if you would like to join or if you have any questions.
Location: Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine. Audience: Patients. Other. Type of Event: Other.
Tuesday, September 23, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
CANCELLED - Yoga (in-person)
Penn Radiation Oncology Quality of Life
Join our yoga practitioner Tali for an all levels yoga class that is geared towards cancer patients, survivors, and their family. Pre-registration is required, please contact RadOncPatientEngagement@uphs.upenn.edu to sign up.
Location: Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine. Audience: Caregivers. Patients. Type of Event: Other.
Tuesday, September 23, 2025, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM.
Liver Transplant Support Group
Liver Transplant
Liver transplant support group meetings are open to Penn Medicine pre- and post- liver transplant patients, living donors, and caregivers. The support groups happen on every other Tuesday.
The groups run virtually from 12 to 1 pm.
For more information, contact: Kimberly Johnson
Kimberley.Johnson@pennmedicine.upenn.edu, All patients and family members are welcome.
Location: Virtual. Audience: Patients. Caregivers. Type of Event: Support & Networking Group.
Tuesday, September 23, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Art Therapy - Open Studio
Penn Radiation Oncology Quality of Life
Join us for art therapy – no experience necessary! Led by art therapist Grace Childers, each art therapy open studio session will have easy and interesting projects to create. Art therapy can help: reduce stress and fatigue , promote physical, mental, and emotional wellness , encourage self-expression and creativity, Drop in any time during a session – no registration required!
Location: Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine. Audience: Caregivers. Patients. Type of Event: Other.
Tuesday, September 23, 2025, 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM.
Young Adults with Advanced Cancer Support Group
Cancer Support Groups
Finding out you have cancer at a young age is hard. You are not alone. Please join our young adults with cancer networking virtual group to meet other young adults, ages 18-45 who are coping with advanced stage cancer.
This group meets twice a month and is led by oncology social workers. It provides a safe space to network with others, to exchange support, and to learn practical information and helpful resources.
Location: Virtual. Audience: Patients. Type of Event: Support & Networking Group. Cancer Type: All Cancers.
Tuesday, September 23, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM.
Art Therapy - Open Studio
Penn Radiation Oncology Quality of Life
Join us for art therapy – no experience necessary! Led by art therapist Grace Childers, each art therapy open studio session will have easy and interesting projects to create. Art therapy can help: reduce stress and fatigue , promote physical, mental, and emotional wellness , encourage self-expression and creativity, Drop in any time during a session – no registration required!
Location: Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine. Address Building/Floor: CN Level - Radiation Oncology
The Studio is located to the left of the front desk when you step off the elevator. Audience: Caregivers. Patients. Type of Event: Other.
Wednesday, September 24, 2025, 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Heart Surgery Pre-Operative Class
Cardiac Surgery Pre-Op
REGISTRATION
Because this class is taught by nurses working in the hospital, you must pre-register, we cannot accept walk-ins.
Register for the class by contacting your surgeon's office. Dr. Acker: 215-349-8305 , Dr. Atluri: 215-662-2956 , Dr. Bavaria: 215-662-2017 , Dr. Cevasco: 215-662-3517 , Dr. Desai: 215-615-0343 , Dr. Fuller: 215-590-2708 , Dr. Mascio: 215-590-2708 , Dr. Szeto: 215-662-9595 , Dr. Vallabhajosyula: 215-662-2957
This class is a wonderful chance for you and a family member or friend to take part in a small-group session where your questions about surgery and recovery will be addressed.
This class is offered to patients scheduled for open heart surgery at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania (HUP). A tour of HUP is offered after the class for those who are interested.
Address Building/Floor: Heart & Vascular Conference Room
2nd Floor East
Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine. Audience: Patients.
Wednesday, September 24, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
For more info visit www.pennmedicine.org. Circle of Support for Brain Tumor Caregivers (Virtual)
Cancer Support Groups
A group for family and friends of those with a brain tumor for connection, understanding and resources in a supportive environment. This group is co-facilitated by neuro-oncology social workers in Neurosurgery, Radiation Oncology and Medical Oncology. Sign Up to register and get the link to the virtual meeting.
For more information, please contact Arbena Merolli Trettin at 215-349-5426. Date/Time: Fourth Wednesday of each month at 11 AM, Location: Virtual, Led by: Social workers.
Location: Virtual. Audience: Caregivers. Type of Event: Support & Networking Group. Cancer Type: Brain Cancer / Brain Tumor.
Wednesday, September 24, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Life After Loss
Cancer Support Groups
The Abramson Cancer Center is proud to offer Life After Loss, a supportive group for patients and caregivers navigating grief and bereavement.
Offered twice a month, this hour-long group meets virtually.
Date/Time: The 2nd & 4th Wednesdays of the month from 12:00 - 1:00 pm.
Led by: Lauren Rhodewalt, MPH, MSW, LSW and Elizabeth Walmsley, MSS, LSW
For more information, please contact: Lauren Rhodewalt at Lauren.Rhodewalt@pennmedicine.upenn.edu.
Location: Virtual. Audience: Caregivers. General Public. Healthcare Professionals. Patients. Other. Penn Medicine Employees. Nurses. Type of Event: Support & Networking Group. Cancer Type: All Cancers.
Wednesday, September 24, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM.
Art Therapy - Open Studio
Penn Radiation Oncology Quality of Life
Join us for art therapy – no experience necessary! Led by art therapist Grace Childers, each art therapy open studio session will have easy and interesting projects to create. Art therapy can help: reduce stress and fatigue , promote physical, mental, and emotional wellness , encourage self-expression and creativity, Drop in any time during a session – no registration required!
Location: Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine. Address Building/Floor: CN Level - Radiation Oncology
The Studio is located to the left of the front desk when you step off the elevator. Audience: Caregivers. Patients. Type of Event: Other.
Wednesday, September 24, 2025, 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM.
Art Therapy - Individual Session Slots
Penn Radiation Oncology Quality of Life
Sign up for an individual art therapy session with art therapist Grace Childers! During this session, you will work on easy and interesting art therapy projects one-on-one with Grace. reduce stress and fatigue , promote physical, mental, and emotional wellness , encourage self-expression and creativity, To sign up, please email Grace Childers: Grace.Childers@pennmedicine.upenn.edu.
Location: Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine. Address Building/Floor: CN Level - Radiation Oncology
The Studio is located to the left of the front desk when you step off the elevator. Audience: Caregivers. Patients. Type of Event: Other.
Wednesday, September 24, 2025, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM.
ONLINE SOMATICS CLASS
Multiple Sclerosis Events
MS DANCERS AND MOVERS, As part of the MS Dance Movement Program this Fall we bring you two creative movement opportunities, Two six-week somatics class series with Cory Nakasue over zoom , An in-person dance and somatics workshop with Alex Pfister, Meggi Sweeney Smith and Cory Nakasue, New and returning participants are welcome- no experience necessary! We have received enthusiastic feedback on these classes and are looking forward to continuing this program. Classes are free to all. TO REGISTER: Please email Vanessa Zimmerman at vanessa.zimmerman@pennmedicine.upenn.edu
ONLINE SOMATICS CLASS INFO - taught over Zoom, Somatics is a practice focusing on nuances and perception of movement to build understanding of anatomy, alignment and posture that helps ease tension by finding new ways of moving though our everyday lives. The class will draw from many techniques such as yoga, Pilates, Alexander Technique, Feldenkrais etc. Series 1, Wednesdays, 6:30-7:30pm ET, Class dates: 9/17-10/22, Drop-ins welcome, …
Location: Virtual. Audience: Patients. Type of Event: Class. Virtual Event Only.
Wednesday, September 24, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Virtual Maternity Tour - HUP - 3400 Spruce Street Location
Women's Health HUP
Please join your Childbirth Educator, as you take a virtual tour of the maternity units at The Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania (HUP- 34th and Spruce Streets location). You will have a chance to ask questions as you are guided through our 1-hour tour.
PLEASE NOTE: This tour is included in the 3-Week Preparation for Childbirth Course!
You will need access to a computer/device to access the meeting. You will receive your class code at least 1 day prior to the start of the tour, via the email used upon registration. PLEASE CHECK ALL EMAIL FOLDERS AND JUNK MAIL PRIOR TO THE CLASS START. The email will come from Kelly McNulty.
For any other general class questions, please email Kelly McNulty at: childbirthclass@pennmedicine.upenn.edu or call/text (215) 410-1226.
Location: Virtual - Microsoft Teams Video Conference. Audience: Patients. Type of Event: Class.
Wednesday, September 24, 2025, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Yoga
Penn Radiation Oncology Quality of Life
Join our yoga practitioner Tali for an all levels yoga class that is geared towards cancer patients, survivors, and their family. Please contact RadOncPatientEngagement@uphs.upenn.edu for the link to join.
Location: Virtual - Microsoft Teams Video Conference. Audience: Patients. Other. Caregivers. Type of Event: Virtual Event Only.
Thursday, September 25, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Newly Diagnosed Patients - Cancer Support Group
Cancer Support Groups
This virtual group will offer patients who are within 6 months of diagnosis a safe, supportive space to connect and share on the changes and adjustments they are experiencing related to diagnosis and treatment. The group will be led by oncology social workers to provide emotional and practical support.
For more information: Please contact Amy at 267-253-1411.
Location: Virtual. Audience: Patients. Type of Event: Support & Networking Group. Cancer Type: All Cancers.
Thursday, September 25, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
VIRTUAL ONLY- Breastfeeding Support Group
Women's Health HUP
This support group will take place virtually and is facilitated by an experienced IBCLC. Come meet other parent and engage in peer breastfeeding support in a non-judgmental environment.
You may access the group virtually every Thursday from 12 PM-1 PM via Microsoft Teams using
Meeting ID: 256 954 288 036
Passcode: TYUdEa
or click the following link:
https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_YWQ4YTFiYTMtY2I4Zi00Y2JjLWI5MWEtNDUxZDQ1MjRmOGQx%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%2258e32bb7-141e-4bae-af01-f29f2a6613c2%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%2218c6d43a-15ac-4369-add1-8318d15a3a71%22%7d
An email invitation will be sent to those who register. Thank you!
For questions, please email: Maria.DiSciullo@pennmedicine.upenn.edu or call/text 215-410-1226.
Location: Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. Audience: Patients. Type of Event: Support & Networking Group.
Thursday, September 25, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Art-Based Cancer Support Group
Cancer Support Groups
Do you sometimes find that words are not enough to process your experiences? Are you looking for new or alternate ways to cope with stress during this time? Are you looking to find connection with others who have similar experiences? In these virtual support groups, participants will use traditional and non-traditional art materials commonly found at home to engage in creative processes for self-expression, relaxation, and relating to others. Previous art experience is not required. Groups will be facilitated by a registered art therapist.
Art-based support groups are the 2nd and 4th Thursday of every month from 12-1 pm.
Location: Virtual. Audience: Patients. Type of Event: Support & Networking Group. Cancer Type: All Cancers.
Thursday, September 25, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Art Therapy - Open Studio
Penn Radiation Oncology Quality of Life
Join us for art therapy – no experience necessary! Led by art therapist Grace Childers, each art therapy open studio session will have easy and interesting projects to create. Art therapy can help: reduce stress and fatigue , promote physical, mental, and emotional wellness , encourage self-expression and creativity, Drop in any time during a session – no registration required!
Location: Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine. Address Building/Floor: CN Level - Radiation Oncology
The Studio is located to the left of the lobby when you step off the elevator. Audience: Caregivers. Patients. Type of Event: Other.
Thursday, September 25, 2025, 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM.
Neuroendocrine Tumor Group
Cancer Support Groups
This is a virtual group open to any person that has been diagnosed with a Neuroendocrine Tumor and their adult family, friends and caregivers. The group offers education presentations and networking. Held monthly on the 4th Thursday of each month from 1 - 2:30 pm. For more information, please contact emma.briscoe@pennmedicine.upenn.edu.
Location: Virtual. Audience: Patients. Caregivers. Other. Type of Event: Support & Networking Group. Cancer Type: Neuroendocrine Tumors (NETs).
Thursday, September 25, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM.
Art Therapy - Individual Session Slots
Penn Radiation Oncology Quality of Life
Sign up for an individual art therapy session with art therapist Grace Childers! During this session, you will work on easy and interesting art therapy projects one-on-one with Grace. reduce stress and fatigue , promote physical, mental, and emotional wellness , encourage self-expression and creativity, To sign up, please email Grace Childers: Grace.Childers@pennmedicine.upenn.edu.
Location: Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine. Address Building/Floor: CN Level - Radiation Oncology
The Studio is to the left of the front desk when you step off the elevator. Audience: Caregivers. Patients. Type of Event: Other.
Thursday, September 25, 2025, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM.
Virtual Chair-Based Yoga Classes
Cancer Support Groups
Led by Michelle Stortz, these chair-based yoga classes are designed to ease the side effects of treatment, reduce anxiety, improve quality of sleep and adapt to participants' needs. The classes are sponsored by Pennsylvania Hospital virtually.
Classes are held on Zoom twice weekly:
Mondays: 1 to 1:45 pm
Thursdays: 4 to 5:00 pm, Registration is required to receive the Zoom link.
Note: You may join the class up to 5 minutes after we begin. After that, the class will be closed. We hope you'll be able to join the next class!
Location: Virtual. Audience: Patients. Type of Event: Support & Networking Group. Cancer Type: All Cancers.
Thursday, September 25, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
27th Life After Breast Cancer Conference
Abramson Cancer Center
Online Location: Virtual. Cancer Type: Breast Cancer. Type of Event: Conference.
Friday, September 26, 2025, 8:00 AM – 2:45 PM.
IN PERSON Childbirth Prep Labor Lab
Women's Health HUP
This ONE-DAY accelerated and interactive course will review relaxation, stages of labor/vaginal deliveries, cesarean sections, anesthesia, postpartum, and hospital newborn care. Birthing parents and partners will have the opportunity to practice labor positions, breathing techniques, and swaddling/diapering newborns.
This class is led by a women's health RN/Childbirth Educator and is designed for those who want to receive all course content within one class day. Web-based learning materials will be provided. There will be a 45-minute break for lunch.
Families are encouraged to register separately for a virtual maternity tour session.
If you have any questions, please email Kelly McNulty at: childbirthclass@pennmedicine.upenn.edu or call/text (215) 410-1226.
Location: Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. Address Building/Floor: 2nd Floor Donner Building Conference Room
Between the Silverstein and Founders Buildings
TAKE THE SILVERSTEIN ELEVATORS TO THE 2ND FLOOR AND FOLLOW THE HALLWAY TOWARD THE FOUNDERS BUILDING. Audience: Patients. Type of Event: Class.
Sunday, September 28, 2025, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
Yoga
Penn Radiation Oncology Quality of Life
Join our yoga practitioner Tali for an all levels yoga class that is geared towards cancer patients, survivors, and their family. Please contact RadOncPatientEngagement@uphs.upenn.edu for the link to join.
Location: Virtual - Microsoft Teams Video Conference. Audience: Patients. Other. Caregivers. Type of Event: Virtual Event Only.
Monday, September 29, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Virtual Chair-Based Yoga Classes
Cancer Support Groups
Led by Michelle Stortz, these chair-based yoga classes are designed to ease the side effects of treatment, reduce anxiety, improve quality of sleep and adapt to participants' needs. The classes are sponsored by Pennsylvania Hospital virtually.
Classes are held on Zoom twice weekly:
Mondays: 1 to 1:45 pm
Thursdays: 4 to 5:00 pm, Registration is required to receive the Zoom link.
Note: You may join the class up to 5 minutes after we begin. After that, the class will be closed. We hope you'll be able to join the next class!
Location: Virtual. Audience: Patients. Type of Event: Support & Networking Group. Cancer Type: All Cancers.
Monday, September 29, 2025, 1:00 PM – 1:45 PM.
Art Therapy - Open Studio
Penn Radiation Oncology Quality of Life
Join us for art therapy – no experience necessary! Led by art therapist Grace Childers, each art therapy open studio session will have easy and interesting projects to create. Art therapy can help: reduce stress and fatigue , promote physical, mental, and emotional wellness , encourage self-expression and creativity, Drop in any time during a session – no registration required!
Location: Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine. Address Building/Floor: CN Level - Radiation Oncology
The Studio is located to the left of the front desk when you step off the elevator. Audience: Caregivers. Patients. Type of Event: Other.
Monday, September 29, 2025, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
CANCELLED - Heart Surgery Pre-Operative Class
Cardiac Surgery Pre-Op
Because this class is taught by nurses working in the hospital, you must pre-register, we cannot accept walk-ins.
Register for the class by contacting your surgeon's office. Dr. Acker: 215-349-8305 , Dr. Atluri: 215-662-2956 , Dr. Bavaria: 215-662-2017 , Dr. Desai: 215-615-0343 , Dr. Fuller: 215-590-2708 , Dr. Mascio: 215-590-2708 , Dr. Szeto: 215-662-9595 , Dr. Vallabhajosyula: 215-662-2957
This class is a wonderful chance for you and a family member or friend to take part in a small-group session where your questions about surgery and recovery will be addressed.
This class is offered to patients scheduled for open heart surgery at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania (HUP). A tour of HUP is offered after the class for those who are interested.
Address Building/Floor: Heart & Vascular Conference Room
2nd Floor East
Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine. Audience: Caregivers. General Public.
Monday, September 29, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
For more info visit www.pennmedicine.org. Reiki Circle
Cancer Support Groups
Are you Reiki Curious? , Join us for Reiki meditation and Reiki self-practice. The meditation is a traditional Japanese, Reiki meditation that will help you connect to (Rei) Ki. Think qi, chi or prana, all words to describe universal life force energy already present in you. Come and connect with your breath, regulate your nervous system, tap into a deep sense of calm and just be. No Reiki experience necessary; just dress comfortably. , Meets Tuesdays 10-11 am
Sign up below to get access to the virtual class. .
Location: Virtual. Audience: Patients. Type of Event: Support & Networking Group. Cancer Type: All Cancers.
Tuesday, September 30, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
In-person Alumni-Patient Gathering
Penn Radiation Oncology Quality of Life
The gathering is a great way to connect with current patients, caregivers, and alumni patients. Please contact RadOncPatientEngagement@uphs.upenn.edu if you would like to join or if you have any questions.
Location: Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine. Audience: Patients. Other. Type of Event: Other.
Tuesday, September 30, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Yoga (in-person)
Penn Radiation Oncology Quality of Life
Join our yoga practitioner Tali for an all levels yoga class that is geared towards cancer patients, survivors, and their family. Pre-registration is required, please contact RadOncPatientEngagement@uphs.upenn.edu to sign up.
Location: Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine. Audience: Caregivers. Patients. Type of Event: Other.
Tuesday, September 30, 2025, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM.
Art Therapy - Open Studio
Penn Radiation Oncology Quality of Life
Join us for art therapy – no experience necessary! Led by art therapist Grace Childers, each art therapy open studio session will have easy and interesting projects to create. Art therapy can help: reduce stress and fatigue , promote physical, mental, and emotional wellness , encourage self-expression and creativity, Drop in any time during a session – no registration required!
Location: Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine. Audience: Caregivers. Patients. Type of Event: Other.
Tuesday, September 30, 2025, 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM.
Art Therapy - Open Studio
Penn Radiation Oncology Quality of Life
Join us for art therapy – no experience necessary! Led by art therapist Grace Childers, each art therapy open studio session will have easy and interesting projects to create. Art therapy can help: reduce stress and fatigue , promote physical, mental, and emotional wellness , encourage self-expression and creativity, Drop in any time during a session – no registration required!
Location: Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine. Address Building/Floor: CN Level - Radiation Oncology
The Studio is located to the left of the front desk when you step off the elevator. Audience: Caregivers. Patients. Type of Event: Other.
Wednesday, October 1, 2025, 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Life After an Allogeneic Bone Marrow Transplant (Patients)
Cancer Support Groups
This is a virtual group for patients and caregivers of Abramson Cancer Center who have completed an allogeneic stem cell transplant. Meet with others who share your experience and can understand. This is a safe and supportive space to discuss insights and challenges about life after transplant.
Patients exclusively: First Wednesday of each month from 11 am to Noon. Patients and/or their caregivers: Third Wednesday of the month from 11 am to Noon. To register or for more information, please contact Tiffany at 215.360.0585.
Location: Virtual. Audience: Patients. Type of Event: Support & Networking Group. Cancer Type: All Cancers.
Wednesday, October 1, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Art Therapy - Open Studio
Penn Radiation Oncology Quality of Life
Join us for art therapy – no experience necessary! Led by art therapist Grace Childers, each art therapy open studio session will have easy and interesting projects to create. Art therapy can help: reduce stress and fatigue , promote physical, mental, and emotional wellness , encourage self-expression and creativity, Drop in any time during a session – no registration required!
Location: Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine. Address Building/Floor: CN Level - Radiation Oncology
The Studio is located to the left of the front desk when you step off the elevator. Audience: Caregivers. Patients. Type of Event: Other.
Wednesday, October 1, 2025, 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM.
Art Therapy - Individual Session Slots
Penn Radiation Oncology Quality of Life
Sign up for an individual art therapy session with art therapist Grace Childers! During this session, you will work on easy and interesting art therapy projects one-on-one with Grace. reduce stress and fatigue , promote physical, mental, and emotional wellness , encourage self-expression and creativity, To sign up, please email Grace Childers: Grace.Childers@pennmedicine.upenn.edu.
Location: Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine. Address Building/Floor: CN Level - Radiation Oncology
The Studio is located to the left of the front desk when you step off the elevator. Audience: Caregivers. Patients. Type of Event: Other.
Wednesday, October 1, 2025, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM.
Virtual 3 Week Preparation for Childbirth Class Series
Women's Health HUP
This 3-week online (interactive) course covers antepartum, labor & delivery, cesarean sections, postpartum, and hospital-based newborn care. This class will run for 3 weeks on Wednesdays, 10/1, 10/8, and 10/15, from 6:30-9:00 PM.
A Virtual Tour of the Maternity Units at HUP is included! Please note: this course focuses on patients who plan to deliver at The Hospital of The University of Pennsylvania Hospital 3400 Spruce Street, but all are welcome to attend.
You will receive an email and Meeting ID code 1 day before the class starts, via the email used upon registration. PLEASE CHECK ALL EMAILS AND JUNK FOLDERS BEFORE THE CLASS STARTS.
For any general class questions, please email Kelly McNulty at: childbirthclass@pennmedicine.upenn.edu or call/text (215) 410-1226.
Location: Virtual - Microsoft Teams Video Conference. Audience: Patients. Type of Event: Class.
Wednesday, October 1, 2025, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
ONLINE SOMATICS CLASS
Multiple Sclerosis Events
MS DANCERS AND MOVERS, As part of the MS Dance Movement Program this Fall we bring you two creative movement opportunities, Two six-week somatics class series with Cory Nakasue over zoom , An in-person dance and somatics workshop with Alex Pfister, Meggi Sweeney Smith and Cory Nakasue, New and returning participants are welcome- no experience necessary! We have received enthusiastic feedback on these classes and are looking forward to continuing this program. Classes are free to all. TO REGISTER: Please email Vanessa Zimmerman at vanessa.zimmerman@pennmedicine.upenn.edu
ONLINE SOMATICS CLASS INFO - taught over Zoom, Somatics is a practice focusing on nuances and perception of movement to build understanding of anatomy, alignment and posture that helps ease tension by finding new ways of moving though our everyday lives. The class will draw from many techniques such as yoga, Pilates, Alexander Technique, Feldenkrais etc. Series 1, Wednesdays, 6:30-7:30pm ET, Class dates: 9/17-10/22, Drop-ins welcome, …
Location: Virtual. Audience: Patients. Type of Event: Class. Virtual Event Only.
Wednesday, October 1, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
CANCELLED - Yoga
Penn Radiation Oncology Quality of Life
Join our yoga practitioner Tali for an all levels yoga class that is geared towards cancer patients, survivors, and their family. Please contact RadOncPatientEngagement@uphs.upenn.edu for the link to join.
Location: Virtual - Microsoft Teams Video Conference. Audience: Patients. Other. Caregivers. Type of Event: Virtual Event Only.
Thursday, October 2, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Virtual/In-Person Breastfeeding Support Group
Women's Health HUP
This support group will take place virtually/ in-person and is facilitated by an experienced IBCLC. Come meet other parent and engage in peer breastfeeding support in a non-judgmental environment.
You may access the group virtually every Thursday from 12 PM-1 PM via Microsoft Teams using
Meeting ID: 256 954 288 036
Passcode: TYUdEa
or click the following link:
https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_YWQ4YTFiYTMtY2I4Zi00Y2JjLWI5MWEtNDUxZDQ1MjRmOGQx%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%2258e32bb7-141e-4bae-af01-f29f2a6613c2%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%2218c6d43a-15ac-4369-add1-8318d15a3a71%22%7d
In-person registration required. The group will meet in the Family Caregiver Center, 1 Ravdin. A scale will be provided.
An email invitation will be sent to those who register. Thank you!
For questions, please email: Maria.DiSciullo@pennmedicine.upenn.edu or call/text 215-410-1226.
Location: Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. Audience: Patients. Type of Event: Support & Networking Group.
Thursday, October 2, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Caregivers Together
Cancer Support Groups
This virtual group welcomes caregivers, family members, and other support persons (age 18+) of a person with a cancer diagnosis, to join at any time.
Oncology social workers will facilitate discussion, support and resources.
This group takes place on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month from 12 - 1 pm.
For more information contact: megan.melick@pennmedicine.upenn.edu or Laura.Kotler-Klein@pennmedicine.upenn.edu
To join the group, and get access to the virtual meeting, Sign Up. .
Location: Virtual. Audience: Caregivers. Type of Event: Support & Networking Group. Cancer Type: All Cancers.
Thursday, October 2, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
LGBTQIA+ Cancer Support Group
Cancer Support Groups
The Abramson Cancer Center is proud to offer a monthly support group for LGBTQIA+ folks with a cancer diagnosis or who are cancer survivors. Join us virtually the 1st Thursday of every month from 12 - 1 pm.
Location: Virtual. Audience: Patients. Type of Event: Support & Networking Group. Cancer Type: All Cancers.
Thursday, October 2, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Music-Based Cancer Support Group
Cancer Support Groups
Have you ever noticed how music can just make you feel better? How are you already using music to cope? How can music be utilized to promote well-being in mind and body? In this virtual support group, participants will engage in music experiences that may sound like guided relaxation to music, making music through facilitated song-writing, or sharing and listening to meaningful songs to craft an intentional playlist. We will explore shared emotions and experiences along the way. No musical experience is required. Groups will be facilitated by a board-certified music therapist.
This group is open to patients, families and staff. Music-based Support groups are the 1st and 3rd Thursday of every month from 12 - 1 pm.
Sign up to get access to the link to the virtual meeting. .
Location: Virtual. Audience: Patients. Healthcare Professionals. Penn Medicine Clinical Providers and Administrative/Ancillary Staff. Penn Medicine Employees. Penn Medicine Faculty & Staff. Other. Caregivers. Type of Event: Support & Networking Group. Cancer Type: All Cancers.
Thursday, October 2, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Art Therapy - Open Studio
Penn Radiation Oncology Quality of Life
Join us for art therapy – no experience necessary! Led by art therapist Grace Childers, each art therapy open studio session will have easy and interesting projects to create. Art therapy can help: reduce stress and fatigue , promote physical, mental, and emotional wellness , encourage self-expression and creativity, Drop in any time during a session – no registration required!
Location: Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine. Address Building/Floor: CN Level - Radiation Oncology
The Studio is located to the left of the lobby when you step off the elevator. Audience: Caregivers. Patients. Type of Event: Other.
Thursday, October 2, 2025, 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM.
Bariatric Surgery Video Chat Support Group
Bariatric Support Groups
This support group brings together bariatric surgery patients. Whether you’re pre- or post-surgery, support groups are a good opportunity to share experiences and receive support from the Penn Bariatric community.
Keep in mind that this session will include both audio and video with other Penn Medicine bariatric surgery patients.
You will receive a MyPennMedicine message and an email with instructions on how to join the group one business day before the event.
Location: Virtual. Audience: Patients. Type of Event: Support & Networking Group.
Thursday, October 2, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM.
Art Therapy - Individual Session Slots
Penn Radiation Oncology Quality of Life
Sign up for an individual art therapy session with art therapist Grace Childers! During this session, you will work on easy and interesting art therapy projects one-on-one with Grace. reduce stress and fatigue , promote physical, mental, and emotional wellness , encourage self-expression and creativity, To sign up, please email Grace Childers: Grace.Childers@pennmedicine.upenn.edu.
Location: Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine. Address Building/Floor: CN Level - Radiation Oncology
The Studio is to the left of the front desk when you step off the elevator. Audience: Caregivers. Patients. Type of Event: Other.
Thursday, October 2, 2025, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM.
Penn Medicine Virtual Stroke Support Group
Stroke Support Groups
Our Mission: To provide a safe place for those living with the effects of stroke, to come together for education and encouragement on a monthly basis.
How to Join: Send us an email at StrokeSupportGroup@pennmedicine.upenn.edu. Once we receive your email, you will be added to a reoccurring meeting through BlueJeans. Each month, you will receive an email with a unique link to join the meeting.
What to Expect: A safe space for the encouragement and support of others living with the effects of stroke. Education surrounding stroke resources, recovery expectations, and secondary prevention.
We look forward to hearing about your personal journeys of living with the effects of stroke.
Location: Virtual. Audience: Patients. Caregivers. Type of Event: Support & Networking Group.
Thursday, October 2, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Virtual Chair-Based Yoga Classes
Cancer Support Groups
Led by Michelle Stortz, these chair-based yoga classes are designed to ease the side effects of treatment, reduce anxiety, improve quality of sleep and adapt to participants' needs. The classes are sponsored by Pennsylvania Hospital virtually.
Classes are held on Zoom twice weekly:
Mondays: 1 to 1:45 pm
Thursdays: 4 to 5:00 pm, Registration is required to receive the Zoom link.
Note: You may join the class up to 5 minutes after we begin. After that, the class will be closed. We hope you'll be able to join the next class!
Location: Virtual. Audience: Patients. Type of Event: Support & Networking Group. Cancer Type: All Cancers.
Thursday, October 2, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Family Ties - Grieving the loss of a parent or child
Cancer Support Groups
Family Ties
Grieving the loss of a parent or child
The Abramson Cancer Center is proud to offer Family Ties, a supportive group for adults navigating the grief of losing a parent or child to cancer.
Offered monthly, this hour-long group meets virtually on the first Friday of the month from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM.
For more information, please contact:
Lauren Rhodewalt, MSW, LSW, MPH
lauren.rhodewalt@pennmedicine.upenn.edu
or
Rose Winchell, LSW, rose.winchell@pennmedicine.upenn.edu.
Location: Virtual. Audience: Other. Caregivers. General Public. Type of Event: Support & Networking Group. Cancer Type: All Cancers.
Friday, October 3, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Virtual Baby Basics Class
Women's Health HUP
This newborn class will take place virtually. Learn about your little one from diapering, bathing, feeding, sleep schedules, adjusting to parenthood, and much more.
Registration is required. You will receive an email approximately 1-2 days before the class start with the link to the meeting. PLEASE CHECK ALL EMAIL FOLDERS/JUNK MAIL BEFORE THE START OF CLASS.
For all general questions, or trouble accessing the class, please contact Kelly McNulty at: childbirthclass@pennmedicine.upenn.edu or call/text (215) 410-1226.
Thank you!
Location: Virtual - Microsoft Teams Video Conference. Audience: Patients. Type of Event: Class.
Saturday, October 4, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:15 PM.
Yoga
Penn Radiation Oncology Quality of Life
Join our yoga practitioner Tali for an all levels yoga class that is geared towards cancer patients, survivors, and their family. Please contact RadOncPatientEngagement@uphs.upenn.edu for the link to join.
Location: Virtual - Microsoft Teams Video Conference. Audience: Patients. Other. Caregivers. Type of Event: Virtual Event Only.
Monday, October 6, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
For Women Only - Cancer Support Group
Cancer Support Groups
This virtual group is “for women only.” It will offer women patients with any diagnosis of cancer a safe, supportive space to connect and share about the experience of having cancer. We will also be able to talk about treatment, side effects, and the effects on children, family and friends. We will talk about how cancer affects important relationships in your life. This group will be led by oncology social workers to provide emotional and practical support and guidance.
For more information: Please contact Courtney at 215.605.5304.
Location: Virtual. Audience: Patients. Other. Type of Event: Support & Networking Group. Cancer Type: All Cancers.
Monday, October 6, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Virtual Chair-Based Yoga Classes
Cancer Support Groups
Led by Michelle Stortz, these chair-based yoga classes are designed to ease the side effects of treatment, reduce anxiety, improve quality of sleep and adapt to participants' needs. The classes are sponsored by Pennsylvania Hospital virtually.
Classes are held on Zoom twice weekly:
Mondays: 1 to 1:45 pm
Thursdays: 4 to 5:00 pm, Registration is required to receive the Zoom link.
Note: You may join the class up to 5 minutes after we begin. After that, the class will be closed. We hope you'll be able to join the next class!
Location: Virtual. Audience: Patients. Type of Event: Support & Networking Group. Cancer Type: All Cancers.
Monday, October 6, 2025, 1:00 PM – 1:45 PM.
Art Therapy - Open Studio
Penn Radiation Oncology Quality of Life
Join us for art therapy – no experience necessary! Led by art therapist Grace Childers, each art therapy open studio session will have easy and interesting projects to create. Art therapy can help: reduce stress and fatigue , promote physical, mental, and emotional wellness , encourage self-expression and creativity, Drop in any time during a session – no registration required!
Location: Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine. Address Building/Floor: CN Level - Radiation Oncology
The Studio is located to the left of the front desk when you step off the elevator. Audience: Caregivers. Patients. Type of Event: Other.
Monday, October 6, 2025, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Virtual Infant CPR Class
Women's Health HUP
This non-certification course teaches the lifesaving skills of Infant CPR and the relief of choking. Skills are taught by Certified CPR Instructors. Due to this being a virtual course, instruction will be limited to observation only.
Family and Friends CPR is designed for individuals who want to learn CPR, but do not need a course completion card.
This course is ideal for new parents, grandparents, babysitters, and others interested in saving a life.
You will receive a class code via email, 1-2 days prior to the start of class. PLEASE CHECK ALL INBOX/JUNK MAIL FOLDERS PRIOR TO CLASS START.
For any questions, please email Kelly McNulty at: childbirthclass@pennmedicine.upenn.edu or call/text (215) 410-1226.
Location: Virtual. Audience: Patients. Type of Event: Class.
Monday, October 6, 2025, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM.
Virtual Breastfeeding Class
Women's Health HUP
This one-session class is for birth parents and partners/families who are interested in learning the basics of breastfeeding. The class is led by an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant from The Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. You will receive your link and all instructions 1-2 days prior to the event, via the email used upon class registration.
PLEASE CHECK ALL INBOX/JUNK FOLDERS PRIOR TO THE CLASS START.
Please note that this class will strictly cover breastfeeding education only. If you wish to take an online preparation for labor class, please visit our website at www.pennmedicine.org/ParentingPrep.
If you have any questions, please email Kelly McNulty at: childbirthclass@pennmedicine.upenn.edu or call/text (215) 410-1226.
Location: Virtual - Microsoft Teams Video Conference. Audience: Patients. Type of Event: Class.
Monday, October 6, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:15 PM.
Reiki Circle
Cancer Support Groups
Are you Reiki Curious? , Join us for Reiki meditation and Reiki self-practice. The meditation is a traditional Japanese, Reiki meditation that will help you connect to (Rei) Ki. Think qi, chi or prana, all words to describe universal life force energy already present in you. Come and connect with your breath, regulate your nervous system, tap into a deep sense of calm and just be. No Reiki experience necessary; just dress comfortably. , Meets Tuesdays 10-11 am
Sign up below to get access to the virtual class. .
Location: Virtual. Audience: Patients. Type of Event: Support & Networking Group. Cancer Type: All Cancers.
Tuesday, October 7, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
CANCELLED - Yoga (in-person)
Penn Radiation Oncology Quality of Life
Join our yoga practitioner Tali for an all levels yoga class that is geared towards cancer patients, survivors, and their family. Pre-registration is required, please contact RadOncPatientEngagement@uphs.upenn.edu to sign up.
Location: Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine. Audience: Caregivers. Patients. Type of Event: Other.
Tuesday, October 7, 2025, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM.
Liver Transplant Support Group
Liver Transplant
Liver transplant support group meetings are open to Penn Medicine pre- and post- liver transplant patients, living donors, and caregivers. The support groups happen on every other Tuesday.
The groups run virtually from 12 to 1 pm.
For more information, contact: Kimberly Johnson
Kimberley.Johnson@pennmedicine.upenn.edu, All patients and family members are welcome.
Location: Virtual. Audience: Patients. Caregivers. Type of Event: Support & Networking Group.
Tuesday, October 7, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Virtual Alumni-Patient Gathering: Speaker Series
Penn Radiation Oncology Quality of Life
The gathering is a great way to connect with current patients, caregivers, and alumni patients. Please contact RadOncPatientEngagement@uphs.upenn.edu if you would like to join or if you have any questions.
Location: Virtual - Microsoft Teams Video Conference. Address Building/Floor: Please contact RadOncPatientEngagement@uphs.upenn.edu for the link to join or if you have any questions. Audience: Patients. Other. Type of Event: Other.
Tuesday, October 7, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Art Therapy - Open Studio
Penn Radiation Oncology Quality of Life
Join us for art therapy – no experience necessary! Led by art therapist Grace Childers, each art therapy open studio session will have easy and interesting projects to create. Art therapy can help: reduce stress and fatigue , promote physical, mental, and emotional wellness , encourage self-expression and creativity, Drop in any time during a session – no registration required!
Location: Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine. Audience: Caregivers. Patients. Type of Event: Other.
Tuesday, October 7, 2025, 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM.
Post Treatment Transitions Cancer Support Group
Cancer Support Groups
Abramson Cancer Center at Penn Medicine is proud to offer the Post-Treatment Transitions Cancer Support Group, a supportive, confidential space for any cancer patient who has completed treatment. This group is held on the first and third Tuesdays of every month, from 2:00-3:00.
Location: Virtual. Audience: Patients. Type of Event: Support & Networking Group. Cancer Type: All Cancers.
Tuesday, October 7, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
IN PERSON Friends and Family Infant CPR
Women's Health HUP
This non-certification course teaches the lifesaving skills of Infant CPR and the relief of choking. Skills are taught by Certified CPR Instructors.
Family and Friends CPR is designed for individuals who want to learn CPR, but do not need a course completion card.
This course is ideal for new parents, grandparents, babysitters, and others interested in saving a life.
Class will take place on the 2nd floor, Donner Conference Room (in between Silverstein and Founders Buildings) at HUP, from 5:00-6:00 pm. Please utilize the Ravdin Lobby Valet (front hospital entrance) or Pavilion Building parking garage and allow for extra time, as class will begin promptly.
For any questions, please email Kelly McNulty at: childbirthclass@pennmedicine.upenn.edu or call/text (215) 410-1226.
Location: Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. Address Building/Floor: DONNER Conference Room
2nd Floor - in between the Sliverstein and Founders Buildings
TAKE THE SILVERSTEIN ELEVATORS TO THE 2ND FLOOR AND FOLLOW THE HALLWAY TOWARD THE FOUNDERS BUILDING. Audience: Patients. Type of Event: Class.
Tuesday, October 7, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Art Therapy - Open Studio
Penn Radiation Oncology Quality of Life
Join us for art therapy – no experience necessary! Led by art therapist Grace Childers, each art therapy open studio session will have easy and interesting projects to create. Art therapy can help: reduce stress and fatigue , promote physical, mental, and emotional wellness , encourage self-expression and creativity, Drop in any time during a session – no registration required!
Location: Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine. Address Building/Floor: CN Level - Radiation Oncology
The Studio is located to the left of the front desk when you step off the elevator. Audience: Caregivers. Patients. Type of Event: Other.
Wednesday, October 8, 2025, 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Heart Surgery Pre-Operative Class
Cardiac Surgery Pre-Op
REGISTRATION
Because this class is taught by nurses working in the hospital, you must pre-register, we cannot accept walk-ins.
Register for the class by contacting your surgeon's office. Dr. Acker: 215-349-8305 , Dr. Atluri: 215-662-2956 , Dr. Bavaria: 215-662-2017 , Dr. Cevasco: 215-662-3517 , Dr. Desai: 215-615-0343 , Dr. Fuller: 215-590-2708 , Dr. Mascio: 215-590-2708 , Dr. Szeto: 215-662-9595 , Dr. Vallabhajosyula: 215-662-2957
This class is a wonderful chance for you and a family member or friend to take part in a small-group session where your questions about surgery and recovery will be addressed.
This class is offered to patients scheduled for open heart surgery at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania (HUP). A tour of HUP is offered after the class for those who are interested.
Address Building/Floor: Heart & Vascular Conference Room
2nd Floor East
Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine. Audience: Patients.
Wednesday, October 8, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
For more info visit www.pennmedicine.org. Life After Loss
Cancer Support Groups
The Abramson Cancer Center is proud to offer Life After Loss, a supportive group for patients and caregivers navigating grief and bereavement.
Offered twice a month, this hour-long group meets virtually.
Date/Time: The 2nd & 4th Wednesdays of the month from 12:00 - 1:00 pm.
Led by: Lauren Rhodewalt, MPH, MSW, LSW and Elizabeth Walmsley, MSS, LSW
For more information, please contact: Lauren Rhodewalt at Lauren.Rhodewalt@pennmedicine.upenn.edu.
Location: Virtual. Audience: Caregivers. General Public. Healthcare Professionals. Patients. Other. Penn Medicine Employees. Nurses. Type of Event: Support & Networking Group. Cancer Type: All Cancers.
Wednesday, October 8, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM.
Art Therapy - Open Studio
Penn Radiation Oncology Quality of Life
Join us for art therapy – no experience necessary! Led by art therapist Grace Childers, each art therapy open studio session will have easy and interesting projects to create. Art therapy can help: reduce stress and fatigue , promote physical, mental, and emotional wellness , encourage self-expression and creativity, Drop in any time during a session – no registration required!
Location: Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine. Address Building/Floor: CN Level - Radiation Oncology
The Studio is located to the left of the front desk when you step off the elevator. Audience: Caregivers. Patients. Type of Event: Other.
Wednesday, October 8, 2025, 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM.
Art Therapy - Individual Session Slots
Penn Radiation Oncology Quality of Life
Sign up for an individual art therapy session with art therapist Grace Childers! During this session, you will work on easy and interesting art therapy projects one-on-one with Grace. reduce stress and fatigue , promote physical, mental, and emotional wellness , encourage self-expression and creativity, To sign up, please email Grace Childers: Grace.Childers@pennmedicine.upenn.edu.
Location: Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine. Address Building/Floor: CN Level - Radiation Oncology
The Studio is located to the left of the front desk when you step off the elevator. Audience: Caregivers. Patients. Type of Event: Other.
Wednesday, October 8, 2025, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM.
ONLINE SOMATICS CLASS
Multiple Sclerosis Events
MS DANCERS AND MOVERS, As part of the MS Dance Movement Program this Fall we bring you two creative movement opportunities, Two six-week somatics class series with Cory Nakasue over zoom , An in-person dance and somatics workshop with Alex Pfister, Meggi Sweeney Smith and Cory Nakasue, New and returning participants are welcome- no experience necessary! We have received enthusiastic feedback on these classes and are looking forward to continuing this program. Classes are free to all. TO REGISTER: Please email Vanessa Zimmerman at vanessa.zimmerman@pennmedicine.upenn.edu
ONLINE SOMATICS CLASS INFO - taught over Zoom, Somatics is a practice focusing on nuances and perception of movement to build understanding of anatomy, alignment and posture that helps ease tension by finding new ways of moving though our everyday lives. The class will draw from many techniques such as yoga, Pilates, Alexander Technique, Feldenkrais etc. Series 1, Wednesdays, 6:30-7:30pm ET, Class dates: 9/17-10/22, Drop-ins welcome, …
Location: Virtual. Audience: Patients. Type of Event: Class. Virtual Event Only.
Wednesday, October 8, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
CANCELLED - Yoga
Penn Radiation Oncology Quality of Life
Join our yoga practitioner Tali for an all levels yoga class that is geared towards cancer patients, survivors, and their family. Please contact RadOncPatientEngagement@uphs.upenn.edu for the link to join.
Location: Virtual - Microsoft Teams Video Conference. Audience: Patients. Other. Caregivers. Type of Event: Virtual Event Only.
Thursday, October 9, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Mesothelioma Virtual Support Group
Cancer Support Groups
This support group offers a positive space for patients with a Mesothelioma diagnosis and their loved ones.
Meeting via a secure telecommunication platform, this group is a safe space for patients to congregate and provide and receive support. Topics range from family and relationships issues, coping with the disease and symptoms, resources, work/life balance, and more.
SIGN UP to receive access to the Virtual Meeting link.
For more information, please contact Kayla at 267-234-4918.
Location: Virtual. Audience: Patients. Type of Event: Support & Networking Group. Cancer Type: Mesothelioma.
Thursday, October 9, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Virtual/In-Person Breastfeeding Support Group
Women's Health HUP
This support group will take place virtually/ in-person and is facilitated by an experienced IBCLC. Come meet other parent and engage in peer breastfeeding support in a non-judgmental environment.
You may access the group virtually every Thursday from 12 PM-1 PM via Microsoft Teams using
Meeting ID: 256 954 288 036
Passcode: TYUdEa
or click the following link:
https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_YWQ4YTFiYTMtY2I4Zi00Y2JjLWI5MWEtNDUxZDQ1MjRmOGQx%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%2258e32bb7-141e-4bae-af01-f29f2a6613c2%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%2218c6d43a-15ac-4369-add1-8318d15a3a71%22%7d
In-person registration required. The group will meet in the Family Caregiver Center, 1 Ravdin. A scale will be provided.
An email invitation will be sent to those who register. Thank you!
For questions, please email: Maria.DiSciullo@pennmedicine.upenn.edu or call/text 215-410-1226.
Location: Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. Audience: Patients. Type of Event: Support & Networking Group.
Thursday, October 9, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Music-Based Cancer Support Group
Cancer Support Groups
Have you ever noticed how music can just make you feel better? How are you already using music to cope? How can music be utilized to promote well-being in mind and body? In this virtual support group, participants will engage in music experiences that may sound like guided relaxation to music, making music through facilitated song-writing, or sharing and listening to meaningful songs to craft an intentional playlist. We will explore shared emotions and experiences along the way. No musical experience is required. Groups will be facilitated by a board-certified music therapist.
This group is open to patients, families and staff. Music-based Support groups are the 1st and 3rd Thursday of every month from 12 - 1 pm.
Sign up to get access to the link to the virtual meeting. .
Location: Virtual. Audience: Patients. Healthcare Professionals. Penn Medicine Clinical Providers and Administrative/Ancillary Staff. Penn Medicine Employees. Penn Medicine Faculty & Staff. Other. Caregivers. Type of Event: Support & Networking Group. Cancer Type: All Cancers.
Thursday, October 9, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Art Therapy - Open Studio
Penn Radiation Oncology Quality of Life
Join us for art therapy – no experience necessary! Led by art therapist Grace Childers, each art therapy open studio session will have easy and interesting projects to create. Art therapy can help: reduce stress and fatigue , promote physical, mental, and emotional wellness , encourage self-expression and creativity, Drop in any time during a session – no registration required!
Location: Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine. Address Building/Floor: CN Level - Radiation Oncology
The Studio is located to the left of the lobby when you step off the elevator. Audience: Caregivers. Patients. Type of Event: Other.
Thursday, October 9, 2025, 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM.
Art Therapy - Individual Session Slots
Penn Radiation Oncology Quality of Life
Sign up for an individual art therapy session with art therapist Grace Childers! During this session, you will work on easy and interesting art therapy projects one-on-one with Grace. reduce stress and fatigue , promote physical, mental, and emotional wellness , encourage self-expression and creativity, To sign up, please email Grace Childers: Grace.Childers@pennmedicine.upenn.edu.
Location: Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine. Address Building/Floor: CN Level - Radiation Oncology
The Studio is to the left of the front desk when you step off the elevator. Audience: Caregivers. Patients. Type of Event: Other.
Thursday, October 9, 2025, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM.
Virtual Chair-Based Yoga Classes
Cancer Support Groups
Led by Michelle Stortz, these chair-based yoga classes are designed to ease the side effects of treatment, reduce anxiety, improve quality of sleep and adapt to participants' needs. The classes are sponsored by Pennsylvania Hospital virtually.
Classes are held on Zoom twice weekly:
Mondays: 1 to 1:45 pm
Thursdays: 4 to 5:00 pm, Registration is required to receive the Zoom link.
Note: You may join the class up to 5 minutes after we begin. After that, the class will be closed. We hope you'll be able to join the next class!
Location: Virtual. Audience: Patients. Type of Event: Support & Networking Group. Cancer Type: All Cancers.
Thursday, October 9, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Wellness Program: Keep Moving with Emily
Multiple Sclerosis Events
This wellness group is open to Penn MS Center patients.
This event occurs every month on the second Thursday from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM starting 10/9/2025 until 12/11/2025. Join certified personal trainer and group fitness instructor, Emily Reilly in a virtual live-streamed meeting as she addresses living with MS and staying active.
*Tip, wear workout clothes and get ready to Keep Moving with Emily! Things to have handy for the exercise and MS meeting: - sturdy chair (with arm rests especially if need additional trunk support) - tennis ball - have a fan near by to stay cool (or a cool towel) - water - wear breathable comfy clothes This wellness group is open to Penn MS Center patients.
Click Sign Up to RSVP!
Join the event here: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89598962480?pwd=byt2UStleFhwRnNVTWlFRHZsWVhNdz09.
Location: Online. Audience: Caregivers. Patients. Type of Event: Virtual Event Only.
Thursday, October 9, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
17th Focus on Lung Cancer Conference
Abramson Cancer Center
OVERVIEW:
The 17th Focus on Lung Cancer conference is designed to address the personal and medical issues of those whose lives have been affected by lung cancer. Gain knowledge and take action by getting important information from our expert speakers. Receive hope and support by networking with others. Attend in-person or virtually from the location of your convenience. Who Should Attend: Those at risk, newly diagnosed, currently in treatment or survivor of non-small cell and small-cell lung cancer , Family members, caregivers, advocates, healthcare professionals, and members of the public, Learning Objectives: Patients and families will be able to: Identify the latest advances in lung cancer treatment , Demonstrate familiarity with the terminology and technical aspects of lung cancer care , Demonstrate patient-active behavior in working with the healthcare team to make ongoing treatment decisions.
Online Location: Virtually. Location: Hilton Hotel Philadelphia City Avenue. Cancer Type: Lung Cancer. Type of Event: Conference.
Friday, October 10, 2025, 7:30 AM – 2:45 PM.
For more info visit www.med.upenn.edu. IN PERSON Childbirth Prep Labor Lab
Women's Health HUP
This ONE-DAY accelerated and interactive course will review relaxation, stages of labor/vaginal deliveries, cesarean sections, anesthesia, postpartum, and hospital newborn care. Birthing parents and partners will have the opportunity to practice labor positions, breathing techniques, and swaddling/diapering newborns.
This class is led by a women's health RN/Childbirth Educator and is designed for those who want to receive all course content within one class day. Web-based learning materials will be provided. There will be a 45-minute break for lunch.
Families are encouraged to register separately for a virtual maternity tour session.
If you have any questions, please email Kelly McNulty at: childbirthclass@pennmedicine.upenn.edu or call/text (215) 410-1226.
Location: Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. Address Building/Floor: 2nd Floor Donner Building Conference Room
Between the Silverstein and Founders Buildings
TAKE THE SILVERSTEIN ELEVATORS TO THE 2ND FLOOR AND FOLLOW THE HALLWAY TOWARD THE FOUNDERS BUILDING. Audience: Patients. Type of Event: Class.
Saturday, October 11, 2025, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
IN-PERSON DANCE AND SOMATICS WORKSHOP
Multiple Sclerosis Events
As part of the MS Dance Movement Program this Fall we bring you two creative movement opportunities, Two six-week somatics class series with Cory Nakasue over zoom , An in-person dance and somatics workshop with Alex Pfister, Meggi Sweeney Smith and Cory Nakasue, New and returning participants are welcome- no experience necessary! We have received enthusiastic feedback on these classes and are looking forward to continuing this program. Classes are free to all. TO REGISTER: Please email Vanessa Zimmerman at vanessa.zimmerman@pennmedicine.upenn.edu, Parking: There is a parking garage directly across the street and street parking is usually available on the weekends, Wheelchair accessible, www.therotunda.org.
Location: The Rotunda. Address Building/Floor: The Rotunda,
4014 Walnut Street,
Philadelphia, PA 19104. Audience: Patients. Type of Event: Workshop.
Sunday, October 12, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM.
CANCELLED - Yoga
Penn Radiation Oncology Quality of Life
Join our yoga practitioner Tali for an all levels yoga class that is geared towards cancer patients, survivors, and their family. Please contact RadOncPatientEngagement@uphs.upenn.edu for the link to join.
Location: Virtual - Microsoft Teams Video Conference. Audience: Patients. Other. Caregivers. Type of Event: Virtual Event Only.
Monday, October 13, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Lung Transplant Support Group
Lung Transplant
Please join us for our monthly lung transplant support group!
Location: Virtual. Audience: Caregivers. Patients. Type of Event: Patient Education. Other.
Monday, October 13, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM.
For more info visit teams.microsoft.com. Virtual Chair-Based Yoga Classes
Cancer Support Groups
Led by Michelle Stortz, these chair-based yoga classes are designed to ease the side effects of treatment, reduce anxiety, improve quality of sleep and adapt to participants' needs. The classes are sponsored by Pennsylvania Hospital virtually.
Classes are held on Zoom twice weekly:
Mondays: 1 to 1:45 pm
Thursdays: 4 to 5:00 pm, Registration is required to receive the Zoom link.
Note: You may join the class up to 5 minutes after we begin. After that, the class will be closed. We hope you'll be able to join the next class!
Location: Virtual. Audience: Patients. Type of Event: Support & Networking Group. Cancer Type: All Cancers.
Monday, October 13, 2025, 1:00 PM – 1:45 PM.
Art Therapy - Open Studio
Penn Radiation Oncology Quality of Life
Join us for art therapy – no experience necessary! Led by art therapist Grace Childers, each art therapy open studio session will have easy and interesting projects to create. Art therapy can help: reduce stress and fatigue , promote physical, mental, and emotional wellness , encourage self-expression and creativity, Drop in any time during a session – no registration required!
Location: Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine. Address Building/Floor: CN Level - Radiation Oncology
The Studio is located to the left of the front desk when you step off the elevator. Audience: Caregivers. Patients. Type of Event: Other.
Monday, October 13, 2025, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
CANCELLED - Heart Surgery Pre-Operative Class
Cardiac Surgery Pre-Op
Because this class is taught by nurses working in the hospital, you must pre-register, we cannot accept walk-ins.
Register for the class by contacting your surgeon's office. Dr. Acker: 215-349-8305 , Dr. Atluri: 215-662-2956 , Dr. Bavaria: 215-662-2017 , Dr. Desai: 215-615-0343 , Dr. Fuller: 215-590-2708 , Dr. Mascio: 215-590-2708 , Dr. Szeto: 215-662-9595 , Dr. Vallabhajosyula: 215-662-2957
This class is a wonderful chance for you and a family member or friend to take part in a small-group session where your questions about surgery and recovery will be addressed.
This class is offered to patients scheduled for open heart surgery at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania (HUP). A tour of HUP is offered after the class for those who are interested.
Address Building/Floor: Heart & Vascular Conference Room
2nd Floor East
Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine. Audience: Caregivers. General Public.
Monday, October 13, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
For more info visit www.pennmedicine.org. Virtual Maternity Tour - HUP - 3400 Spruce Street Location
Women's Health HUP
Please join your Childbirth Educator, as you take a virtual tour of the maternity units at The Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania (HUP- 34th and Spruce Streets location). You will have a chance to ask questions as you are guided through our 1-hour tour.
PLEASE NOTE: This tour is included in the 3-Week Preparation for Childbirth Course!
You will need access to a computer/device to access the meeting. You will receive your class code at least 1 day prior to the start of the tour, via the email used upon registration. PLEASE CHECK ALL EMAIL FOLDERS AND JUNK MAIL PRIOR TO THE CLASS START. The email will come from Kelly McNulty.
For any other general class questions, please email Kelly McNulty at: childbirthclass@pennmedicine.upenn.edu or call/text (215) 410-1226.
Location: Virtual - Microsoft Teams Video Conference. Audience: Patients. Type of Event: Class.
Monday, October 13, 2025, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Kidney Transplant Educational Group
Kidney Transplant
All meetings will be held virtually via Blue Jeans from 10-11am. Pre and post kidney transplant patients and caregivers are welcome to attend.
To subscribe to the e-mail list to receive the links to join each educational group session, please email the kidney social work team at: KidneyTransplantSupportGroup@pennmedicine.upenn.edu, Links to the educational group meeting will be sent out via e-mail, 1 day before the scheduled group. *Note: Safari sometimes runs into issues when launching the Blue Jeans meeting platform. If possible try to use a different web browser (i.e. Chrome or Explorer) for the meeting. To log in from a phone or tablet: download the Blue Jeans App, and then enter the meeting room details when it is time to log into the meeting, For further information or updates, please contact the kidney transplant social work team at: Email: KidneyTransplantSupportGroup@pennmedicine.upenn.edu, Phone: (215) 615-8055.
Location: Virtual. Audience: Caregivers. Patients. Type of Event: Support & Networking Group.
Tuesday, October 14, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Reiki Circle
Cancer Support Groups
Are you Reiki Curious? , Join us for Reiki meditation and Reiki self-practice. The meditation is a traditional Japanese, Reiki meditation that will help you connect to (Rei) Ki. Think qi, chi or prana, all words to describe universal life force energy already present in you. Come and connect with your breath, regulate your nervous system, tap into a deep sense of calm and just be. No Reiki experience necessary; just dress comfortably. , Meets Tuesdays 10-11 am
Sign up below to get access to the virtual class. .
Location: Virtual. Audience: Patients. Type of Event: Support & Networking Group. Cancer Type: All Cancers.
Tuesday, October 14, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
In-person Alumni-Patient Gathering
Penn Radiation Oncology Quality of Life
The gathering is a great way to connect with current patients, caregivers, and alumni patients. Please contact RadOncPatientEngagement@uphs.upenn.edu if you would like to join or if you have any questions.
Location: Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine. Audience: Patients. Other. Type of Event: Other.
Tuesday, October 14, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
CANCELLED - Yoga (in-person)
Penn Radiation Oncology Quality of Life
Join our yoga practitioner Tali for an all levels yoga class that is geared towards cancer patients, survivors, and their family. Pre-registration is required, please contact RadOncPatientEngagement@uphs.upenn.edu to sign up.
Location: Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine. Audience: Caregivers. Patients. Type of Event: Other.
Tuesday, October 14, 2025, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM.
Living with Breast Cancer
Cancer Support Groups
This virtual group is open to all individuals with a breast cancer diagnosis to gather and share experiences in a supportive space. Led by oncology social workers, the group will also provide resources and encouragement for coping with diagnosis and treatment. It will be held the second Tuesday of each month, from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm via Bluejeans. For more information, please contact Lauren via email at Lauren.Rhodewalt@Pennmedicine.upenn.edu.
Location: Virtual. Audience: Patients. Type of Event: Support & Networking Group. Cancer Type: Breast Cancer.
Tuesday, October 14, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Art Therapy - Open Studio
Penn Radiation Oncology Quality of Life
Join us for art therapy – no experience necessary! Led by art therapist Grace Childers, each art therapy open studio session will have easy and interesting projects to create. Art therapy can help: reduce stress and fatigue , promote physical, mental, and emotional wellness , encourage self-expression and creativity, Drop in any time during a session – no registration required!
Location: Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine. Audience: Caregivers. Patients. Type of Event: Other.
Tuesday, October 14, 2025, 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM.
Virtual Baby Basics Class
Women's Health HUP
This newborn class will take place virtually. Learn about your little one from diapering, bathing, feeding, sleep schedules, adjusting to parenthood, and much more.
Registration is required. You will receive an email approximately 1-2 days before the class start with the link to the meeting. PLEASE CHECK ALL EMAIL FOLDERS/JUNK MAIL BEFORE THE START OF CLASS.
For all general questions, or trouble accessing the class, please contact Kelly McNulty at: childbirthclass@pennmedicine.upenn.edu or call/text (215) 410-1226.
Thank you!
Location: Virtual - Microsoft Teams Video Conference. Audience: Patients. Type of Event: Class.
Tuesday, October 14, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:45 PM.
Young Adults with Advanced Cancer Support Group
Cancer Support Groups
Finding out you have cancer at a young age is hard. You are not alone. Please join our young adults with cancer networking virtual group to meet other young adults, ages 18-45 who are coping with advanced stage cancer.
This group meets twice a month and is led by oncology social workers. It provides a safe space to network with others, to exchange support, and to learn practical information and helpful resources. .
Location: Virtual. Audience: Patients. Type of Event: Support & Networking Group. Cancer Type: All Cancers.
Tuesday, October 14, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM.
Virtual Physical Activity Group for Breast Cancer Survivors
Cancer Support Groups
This group meets monthly via Blue Jeans to help motivate and inspire breast cancer survivors to move. We offer space to support participants to become more active by setting realistic and achievable physical activity goals.
• Meets monthly on the 2nd Tuesday of the month at 7pm.
• For more information or to sign up for the group, please contact Doris Piccinin at doris.piccinin@pennmedicine.upenn.edu.
• A medical waiver will be required for this group. Once the medical waiver is returned, Doris will send a link to the monthly virtual meeting.
Location: Virtual. Audience: Patients. Type of Event: Support & Networking Group. Cancer Type: Breast Cancer.
Tuesday, October 14, 2025, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Art Therapy - Open Studio
Penn Radiation Oncology Quality of Life
Join us for art therapy – no experience necessary! Led by art therapist Grace Childers, each art therapy open studio session will have easy and interesting projects to create. Art therapy can help: reduce stress and fatigue , promote physical, mental, and emotional wellness , encourage self-expression and creativity, Drop in any time during a session – no registration required!
Location: Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine. Address Building/Floor: CN Level - Radiation Oncology
The Studio is located to the left of the front desk when you step off the elevator. Audience: Caregivers. Patients. Type of Event: Other.
Wednesday, October 15, 2025, 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Wellness Matters Nutrition Virtual Series
Cancer Support Groups
Wellness Matters Nutrition Virtual Series, This monthly series on oncology nutrition related topics focuses on nutrition tips on active treatment and beyond. Topics include Nutrition A to Z, Cancer and Heart Health, The Mediterranean diet, Nutrition and Bone Health, Go for the goal: Nutrition and goal setting, When? Third Wednesday of the month at noon. Sign up below to register and get access to the virtual meeting, or call 215-614-0651.
Location: Virtual. Audience: Patients. Type of Event: Support & Networking Group. Online Webinar. Patient Education. Cancer Type: All Cancers.
Wednesday, October 15, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
CANCELLED - Art Therapy - Open Studio
Penn Radiation Oncology Quality of Life
Join us for art therapy – no experience necessary! Led by art therapist Grace Childers, each art therapy open studio session will have easy and interesting projects to create. Art therapy can help: reduce stress and fatigue , promote physical, mental, and emotional wellness , encourage self-expression and creativity, Drop in any time during a session – no registration required!
Location: Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine. Address Building/Floor: CN Level - Radiation Oncology
The Studio is located to the left of the front desk when you step off the elevator. Audience: Caregivers. Patients. Type of Event: Other.
Wednesday, October 15, 2025, 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM.
CANCELLED - Art Therapy - Individual Session Slots
Penn Radiation Oncology Quality of Life
Sign up for an individual art therapy session with art therapist Grace Childers! During this session, you will work on easy and interesting art therapy projects one-on-one with Grace. reduce stress and fatigue , promote physical, mental, and emotional wellness , encourage self-expression and creativity, To sign up, please email Grace Childers: Grace.Childers@pennmedicine.upenn.edu.
Location: Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine. Address Building/Floor: CN Level - Radiation Oncology
The Studio is located to the left of the front desk when you step off the elevator. Audience: Caregivers. Patients. Type of Event: Other.
Wednesday, October 15, 2025, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM.
ONLINE SOMATICS CLASS
Multiple Sclerosis Events
MS DANCERS AND MOVERS, As part of the MS Dance Movement Program this Fall we bring you two creative movement opportunities, Two six-week somatics class series with Cory Nakasue over zoom , An in-person dance and somatics workshop with Alex Pfister, Meggi Sweeney Smith and Cory Nakasue, New and returning participants are welcome- no experience necessary! We have received enthusiastic feedback on these classes and are looking forward to continuing this program. Classes are free to all. TO REGISTER: Please email Vanessa Zimmerman at vanessa.zimmerman@pennmedicine.upenn.edu
ONLINE SOMATICS CLASS INFO - taught over Zoom, Somatics is a practice focusing on nuances and perception of movement to build understanding of anatomy, alignment and posture that helps ease tension by finding new ways of moving though our everyday lives. The class will draw from many techniques such as yoga, Pilates, Alexander Technique, Feldenkrais etc. Series 1, Wednesdays, 6:30-7:30pm ET, Class dates: 9/17-10/22, Drop-ins welcome, …
Location: Virtual. Audience: Patients. Type of Event: Class. Virtual Event Only.
Wednesday, October 15, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Bariatric Surgery Video Chat Support Group
Bariatric Support Groups
This support group brings together bariatric surgery patients. Whether you’re pre- or post-surgery, support groups are a good opportunity to share experiences and receive support from the Penn Bariatric community.
Keep in mind that this session will include both audio and video with other Penn Medicine bariatric surgery patients.
You will receive a MyPennMedicine message and an email with instructions on how to join the group one business day before the event.
Location: Virtual. Audience: Patients. Type of Event: Support & Networking Group.
Thursday, October 16, 2025, 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM.
CANCELLED - Yoga
Penn Radiation Oncology Quality of Life
Join our yoga practitioner Tali for an all levels yoga class that is geared towards cancer patients, survivors, and their family. Please contact RadOncPatientEngagement@uphs.upenn.edu for the link to join.
Location: Virtual - Microsoft Teams Video Conference. Audience: Patients. Other. Caregivers. Type of Event: Virtual Event Only.
Thursday, October 16, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
VIRTUAL ONLY- Breastfeeding Support Group
Women's Health HUP
This support group will take place virtually and is facilitated by an experienced IBCLC. Come meet other parent and engage in peer breastfeeding support in a non-judgmental environment.
You may access the group virtually every Thursday from 12 PM-1 PM via Microsoft Teams using
Meeting ID: 256 954 288 036
Passcode: TYUdEa
or click the following link:
https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_YWQ4YTFiYTMtY2I4Zi00Y2JjLWI5MWEtNDUxZDQ1MjRmOGQx%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%2258e32bb7-141e-4bae-af01-f29f2a6613c2%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%2218c6d43a-15ac-4369-add1-8318d15a3a71%22%7d
An email invitation will be sent to those who register. Thank you!
For questions, please email: Maria.DiSciullo@pennmedicine.upenn.edu or call/text 215-410-1226.
Location: Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. Audience: Patients. Type of Event: Support & Networking Group.
Thursday, October 16, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Art-Based Cancer Support Group
Cancer Support Groups
Do you sometimes find that words are not enough to process your experiences? Are you looking for new or alternate ways to cope with stress during this time? Are you looking to find connection with others who have similar experiences? In these virtual support groups, participants will use traditional and non-traditional art materials commonly found at home to engage in creative processes for self-expression, relaxation, and relating to others. Previous art experience is not required. Groups will be facilitated by a registered art therapist.
Art-based support groups are the 2nd and 4th Thursday of every month from 12-1 pm.
Location: Virtual. Audience: Patients. Type of Event: Support & Networking Group. Cancer Type: All Cancers.
Thursday, October 16, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Caregivers Together
Cancer Support Groups
This virtual group welcomes caregivers, family members, and other support persons (age 18+) of a person with a cancer diagnosis, to join at any time.
Oncology social workers will facilitate discussion, support and resources.
This group takes place on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month from 12 - 1 pm.
For more information contact: megan.melick@pennmedicine.upenn.edu or Laura.Kotler-Klein@pennmedicine.upenn.edu
To join the group, and get access to the virtual meeting, Sign Up. .
Location: Virtual. Audience: Caregivers. Type of Event: Support & Networking Group. Cancer Type: All Cancers.
Thursday, October 16, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Art Therapy - Open Studio
Penn Radiation Oncology Quality of Life
Join us for art therapy – no experience necessary! Led by art therapist Grace Childers, each art therapy open studio session will have easy and interesting projects to create. Art therapy can help: reduce stress and fatigue , promote physical, mental, and emotional wellness , encourage self-expression and creativity, Drop in any time during a session – no registration required!
Location: Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine. Address Building/Floor: CN Level - Radiation Oncology
The Studio is located to the left of the lobby when you step off the elevator. Audience: Caregivers. Patients. Type of Event: Other.
Thursday, October 16, 2025, 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM.
Art Therapy - Individual Session Slots
Penn Radiation Oncology Quality of Life
Sign up for an individual art therapy session with art therapist Grace Childers! During this session, you will work on easy and interesting art therapy projects one-on-one with Grace. reduce stress and fatigue , promote physical, mental, and emotional wellness , encourage self-expression and creativity, To sign up, please email Grace Childers: Grace.Childers@pennmedicine.upenn.edu.
Location: Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine. Address Building/Floor: CN Level - Radiation Oncology
The Studio is to the left of the front desk when you step off the elevator. Audience: Caregivers. Patients. Type of Event: Other.
Thursday, October 16, 2025, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM.
Virtual Chair-Based Yoga Classes
Cancer Support Groups
Led by Michelle Stortz, these chair-based yoga classes are designed to ease the side effects of treatment, reduce anxiety, improve quality of sleep and adapt to participants' needs. The classes are sponsored by Pennsylvania Hospital virtually.
Classes are held on Zoom twice weekly:
Mondays: 1 to 1:45 pm
Thursdays: 4 to 5:00 pm, Registration is required to receive the Zoom link.
Note: You may join the class up to 5 minutes after we begin. After that, the class will be closed. We hope you'll be able to join the next class!
Location: Virtual. Audience: Patients. Type of Event: Support & Networking Group. Cancer Type: All Cancers.
Thursday, October 16, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Heart Transplant Support Group
Heart Transplant
Support groups are held virtually on Microsoft Teams every third Friday of the month from 11:00 AM - 12:30PM.
For more information, contact Rachel.Schendler@pennmedicine.upenn.edu.
Location: Virtual. Audience: Patients. Caregivers. Type of Event: Support & Networking Group.
Friday, October 17, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM.
*Exhibitors Only* Gynecologic Oncology Advanced Surgical Course '25
Abramson Cancer Center
At the completion of this course, participants should be able to:
Develop deeper understanding of the upper abdominal, pelvic, and inguinal surgical anatomy
Describe the critical steps in performing advanced radical pelvic and high yield gynecologic oncology procedures
Describe trips, pitfalls, and strategies to approach complex gynecologic cases
Post Course Benefits
One to one individualized surgical mentorship for 6 months
Six 30-minutes one-to-one check-in meetings
Review mentees own surgical videos and provide feedback
Review and strategize surgical planning for upcoming complex cases
Complications: Provide feedback, support, and strategies to process the mental stress and how to move beyond those events.
Address Building/Floor: Penn Human Tissue Lab
3450 Hamilton Walk, 12 Stemmler Hall
Philadelphia, PA 19104. Cancer Type: Gynecological Cancer. Type of Event: Conference.
Saturday, October 18, 2025, 7:15 AM – 4:00 PM.
Penn Human Tissue Lab
3450 Hamilton Walk, 12 Stemmler Hall
Philadelphia, PA 19104.
For more info visit www.med.upenn.edu. IN PERSON Childbirth Prep Labor Lab
Women's Health HUP
This ONE-DAY accelerated and interactive course will review relaxation, stages of labor/vaginal deliveries, cesarean sections, anesthesia, postpartum, and hospital newborn care. Birthing parents and partners will have the opportunity to practice labor positions, breathing techniques, and swaddling/diapering newborns.
This class is led by a women's health RN/Childbirth Educator and is designed for those who want to receive all course content within one class day. Web-based learning materials will be provided. There will be a 45-minute break for lunch.
Families are encouraged to register separately for a virtual maternity tour session.
If you have any questions, please email Kelly McNulty at: childbirthclass@pennmedicine.upenn.edu or call/text (215) 410-1226.
Location: Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. Address Building/Floor: 2nd Floor Donner Building Conference Room
Between the Silverstein and Founders Buildings
TAKE THE SILVERSTEIN ELEVATORS TO THE 2ND FLOOR AND FOLLOW THE HALLWAY TOWARD THE FOUNDERS BUILDING. Audience: Patients. Type of Event: Class.
Sunday, October 19, 2025, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
Yoga
Penn Radiation Oncology Quality of Life
Join our yoga practitioner Tali for an all levels yoga class that is geared towards cancer patients, survivors, and their family. Please contact RadOncPatientEngagement@uphs.upenn.edu for the link to join.
Location: Virtual - Microsoft Teams Video Conference. Audience: Patients. Other. Caregivers. Type of Event: Virtual Event Only.
Monday, October 20, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Virtual Chair-Based Yoga Classes
Cancer Support Groups
Led by Michelle Stortz, these chair-based yoga classes are designed to ease the side effects of treatment, reduce anxiety, improve quality of sleep and adapt to participants' needs. The classes are sponsored by Pennsylvania Hospital virtually.
Classes are held on Zoom twice weekly:
Mondays: 1 to 1:45 pm
Thursdays: 4 to 5:00 pm, Registration is required to receive the Zoom link.
Note: You may join the class up to 5 minutes after we begin. After that, the class will be closed. We hope you'll be able to join the next class!
Location: Virtual. Audience: Patients. Type of Event: Support & Networking Group. Cancer Type: All Cancers.
Monday, October 20, 2025, 1:00 PM – 1:45 PM.
Art Therapy - Open Studio
Penn Radiation Oncology Quality of Life
Join us for art therapy – no experience necessary! Led by art therapist Grace Childers, each art therapy open studio session will have easy and interesting projects to create. Art therapy can help: reduce stress and fatigue , promote physical, mental, and emotional wellness , encourage self-expression and creativity, Drop in any time during a session – no registration required!
Location: Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine. Address Building/Floor: CN Level - Radiation Oncology
The Studio is located to the left of the front desk when you step off the elevator. Audience: Caregivers. Patients. Type of Event: Other.
Monday, October 20, 2025, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Reiki Circle
Cancer Support Groups
Are you Reiki Curious? , Join us for Reiki meditation and Reiki self-practice. The meditation is a traditional Japanese, Reiki meditation that will help you connect to (Rei) Ki. Think qi, chi or prana, all words to describe universal life force energy already present in you. Come and connect with your breath, regulate your nervous system, tap into a deep sense of calm and just be. No Reiki experience necessary; just dress comfortably. , Meets Tuesdays 10-11 am
Sign up below to get access to the virtual class. .
Location: Virtual. Audience: Patients. Type of Event: Support & Networking Group. Cancer Type: All Cancers.
Tuesday, October 21, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
In-person Alumni-Patient Gathering
Penn Radiation Oncology Quality of Life
The gathering is a great way to connect with current patients, caregivers, and alumni patients. Please contact RadOncPatientEngagement@uphs.upenn.edu if you would like to join or if you have any questions.
Location: Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine. Audience: Patients. Other. Type of Event: Other.
Tuesday, October 21, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Yoga (in-person)
Penn Radiation Oncology Quality of Life
Join our yoga practitioner Tali for an all levels yoga class that is geared towards cancer patients, survivors, and their family. Pre-registration is required, please contact RadOncPatientEngagement@uphs.upenn.edu to sign up.
Location: Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine. Audience: Caregivers. Patients. Type of Event: Other.
Tuesday, October 21, 2025, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM.
Liver Transplant Support Group
Liver Transplant
Liver transplant support group meetings are open to Penn Medicine pre- and post- liver transplant patients, living donors, and caregivers. The support groups happen on every other Tuesday.
The groups run virtually from 12 to 1 pm.
For more information, contact: Kimberly Johnson
Kimberley.Johnson@pennmedicine.upenn.edu, All patients and family members are welcome.
Location: Virtual. Audience: Patients. Caregivers. Type of Event: Support & Networking Group.
Tuesday, October 21, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Wellness Program: Keep Moving with Emily
Multiple Sclerosis Events
This wellness group is open to Penn MS Center patients.
This event occurs every month on the third Tuesday from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM starting 10/21/2025 until 12/16/25. Join certified personal trainer and group fitness instructor, Emily Reilly in a virtual live-streamed meeting as she addresses living with MS and staying active.
*Tip, wear workout clothes and get ready to Keep Moving with Emily! Things to have handy for the exercise and MS meeting: - sturdy chair (with arm rests especially if need additional trunk support) - tennis ball - have a fan near by to stay cool (or a cool towel) - water - wear breathable comfy clothes This wellness group is open to Penn MS Center patients.
Click Sign Up to RSVP!
Join the event here: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89598962480?pwd=byt2UStleFhwRnNVTWlFRHZsWVhNdz09.
Location: Online. Audience: Caregivers. Patients. Type of Event: Virtual Event Only.
Tuesday, October 21, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Art Therapy - Open Studio
Penn Radiation Oncology Quality of Life
Join us for art therapy – no experience necessary! Led by art therapist Grace Childers, each art therapy open studio session will have easy and interesting projects to create. Art therapy can help: reduce stress and fatigue , promote physical, mental, and emotional wellness , encourage self-expression and creativity, Drop in any time during a session – no registration required!
Location: Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine. Audience: Caregivers. Patients. Type of Event: Other.
Tuesday, October 21, 2025, 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM.
Post Treatment Transitions Cancer Support Group
Cancer Support Groups
Abramson Cancer Center at Penn Medicine is proud to offer the Post-Treatment Transitions Cancer Support Group, a supportive, confidential space for any cancer patient who has completed treatment. This group is held on the first and third Tuesdays of every month, from 2:00-3:00.
Location: Virtual. Audience: Patients. Type of Event: Support & Networking Group. Cancer Type: All Cancers.
Tuesday, October 21, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
PKD Patient & Family Education Group
Kidney Transplant
Virtual education session for PKD patients and their families/caregivers.
October Meeting Topic/Speaker: Kidney Transplant Surgery in Individuals with PKD
Ron Parsons, MD, Surgical Director, Kidney/Pancreas Program
To attend the session go to:
bit.ly/PennPKDgroup
For additional information, please email,
PKDGroup@pennmedicine.upenn.edu.
Location: Virtual. Address Building/Floor: Virtual. Audience: Caregivers. Patients. Type of Event: Education. Patient Education.
Tuesday, October 21, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
GSPP Lymphedema Virtual Support Group
Cancer Support Groups
The Lymphedema Support Group at Good Shepherd Penn Partners provides a safe place for anyone dealing with lymphedema as the result of impaired lymph system from birth or from an injury or illness. The group is run by certified lymphedema therapists who understand the challenges limb swelling can present.
During monthly meetings, we’ll discuss ways to minimize symptoms and enjoy life to the fullest extent possible. Participants have the opportunity to ask questions and learn from each other’s experiences.
To register, please Sign Up for the group, which will give you access to the virtual meeting link.
This group takes place on the Third Tuesday of the month from 5:00 to 6:30 pm.
Location: Virtual. Audience: Patients. Type of Event: Support & Networking Group. Cancer Type: Lymphoma.
Tuesday, October 21, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM.
2025 Spirituality & Health Symposium "What Sort of World Is This? Belief, Expression, and the Art of Care"
For Patients and Visitors
In this dynamic and interdisciplinary symposium, Dr. Jer D. W. Clifton, Senior Research Scientist at the University of Pennsylvania’s Positive Psychology Center, and Dr. Aaron Levy, Director of Health Humanities Initiatives at Penn Medicine, come together to explore the profound intersections between psychological science and the health humanities, demonstrating how, clinicians, chaplains and caregivers can integrate these insights into their practice.
We are offering 3 CEU credits for the event.
Location: Smilow Center for Translational Research. Address Building/Floor: Main Entrance: Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine, 3400 Civic Center Blvd. 1st Floor, West Pavilion. Room: Arthur H. Rubenstein Auditorium. Audience: Caregivers. Community Support Providers. Healthcare Professionals. Medical or Nursing Students. Nurses. Penn Medicine Employees. Penn Medicine Faculty & Staff. Researchers. Spiritual Care Providers. Type of Event: Conference. Professional Development.
Wednesday, October 22, 2025, 9:30 AM – 1:30 PM.
Art Therapy - Open Studio
Penn Radiation Oncology Quality of Life
Join us for art therapy – no experience necessary! Led by art therapist Grace Childers, each art therapy open studio session will have easy and interesting projects to create. Art therapy can help: reduce stress and fatigue , promote physical, mental, and emotional wellness , encourage self-expression and creativity, Drop in any time during a session – no registration required!
Location: Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine. Address Building/Floor: CN Level - Radiation Oncology
The Studio is located to the left of the front desk when you step off the elevator. Audience: Caregivers. Patients. Type of Event: Other.
Wednesday, October 22, 2025, 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Heart Surgery Pre-Operative Class
Cardiac Surgery Pre-Op
REGISTRATION
Because this class is taught by nurses working in the hospital, you must pre-register, we cannot accept walk-ins.
Register for the class by contacting your surgeon's office. Dr. Acker: 215-349-8305 , Dr. Atluri: 215-662-2956 , Dr. Bavaria: 215-662-2017 , Dr. Cevasco: 215-662-3517 , Dr. Desai: 215-615-0343 , Dr. Fuller: 215-590-2708 , Dr. Mascio: 215-590-2708 , Dr. Szeto: 215-662-9595 , Dr. Vallabhajosyula: 215-662-2957
This class is a wonderful chance for you and a family member or friend to take part in a small-group session where your questions about surgery and recovery will be addressed.
This class is offered to patients scheduled for open heart surgery at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania (HUP). A tour of HUP is offered after the class for those who are interested.
Address Building/Floor: Heart & Vascular Conference Room
2nd Floor East
Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine. Audience: Patients.
Wednesday, October 22, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
For more info visit www.pennmedicine.org. Circle of Support for Brain Tumor Caregivers (Virtual)
Cancer Support Groups
A group for family and friends of those with a brain tumor for connection, understanding and resources in a supportive environment. This group is co-facilitated by neuro-oncology social workers in Neurosurgery, Radiation Oncology and Medical Oncology. Sign Up to register and get the link to the virtual meeting.
For more information, please contact Arbena Merolli Trettin at 215-349-5426. Date/Time: Fourth Wednesday of each month at 11 AM, Location: Virtual, Led by: Social workers.
Location: Virtual. Audience: Caregivers. Type of Event: Support & Networking Group. Cancer Type: Brain Cancer / Brain Tumor.
Wednesday, October 22, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Life After Loss
Cancer Support Groups
The Abramson Cancer Center is proud to offer Life After Loss, a supportive group for patients and caregivers navigating grief and bereavement.
Offered twice a month, this hour-long group meets virtually.
Date/Time: The 2nd & 4th Wednesdays of the month from 12:00 - 1:00 pm.
Led by: Lauren Rhodewalt, MPH, MSW, LSW and Elizabeth Walmsley, MSS, LSW
For more information, please contact: Lauren Rhodewalt at Lauren.Rhodewalt@pennmedicine.upenn.edu.
Location: Virtual. Audience: Caregivers. General Public. Healthcare Professionals. Patients. Other. Penn Medicine Employees. Nurses. Type of Event: Support & Networking Group. Cancer Type: All Cancers.
Wednesday, October 22, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM.
Art Therapy - Open Studio
Penn Radiation Oncology Quality of Life
Join us for art therapy – no experience necessary! Led by art therapist Grace Childers, each art therapy open studio session will have easy and interesting projects to create. Art therapy can help: reduce stress and fatigue , promote physical, mental, and emotional wellness , encourage self-expression and creativity, Drop in any time during a session – no registration required!
Location: Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine. Address Building/Floor: CN Level - Radiation Oncology
The Studio is located to the left of the front desk when you step off the elevator. Audience: Caregivers. Patients. Type of Event: Other.
Wednesday, October 22, 2025, 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM.
Art Therapy - Individual Session Slots
Penn Radiation Oncology Quality of Life
Sign up for an individual art therapy session with art therapist Grace Childers! During this session, you will work on easy and interesting art therapy projects one-on-one with Grace. reduce stress and fatigue , promote physical, mental, and emotional wellness , encourage self-expression and creativity, To sign up, please email Grace Childers: Grace.Childers@pennmedicine.upenn.edu.
Location: Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine. Address Building/Floor: CN Level - Radiation Oncology
The Studio is located to the left of the front desk when you step off the elevator. Audience: Caregivers. Patients. Type of Event: Other.
Wednesday, October 22, 2025, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM.
Virtual Making it Work with Breastfeeding
Women's Health HUP
This class will cover feeding concerns such as how to choose a breast pump, pumping and storing milk, building a breast milk supply for when returning to work/school, and paced bottle feeding. This class is taught by an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant.
THIS IS NOT A BREASTFEEDING BASICS CLASS & IS IDEAL FOR THE PARENT WHO PLANS TO RETURN TO WORK/SCHOOL, but all are welcome.
You will receive a class code, and invite for the meeting, 1-2 days prior to class, via the email used upon registration. PLEASE CHECK ALL EMAIL FOLDERS/JUNK MAIL and confirm receipt of the link the day before class starts.
For any class questions, please email Kelly McNulty at: childbirthclass@pennmedicine.upenn.edu or call (215) 410-1226.
Location: Virtual - Microsoft Teams Video Conference. Audience: Patients. Type of Event: Class.
Wednesday, October 22, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM.
ONLINE SOMATICS CLASS
Multiple Sclerosis Events
MS DANCERS AND MOVERS, As part of the MS Dance Movement Program this Fall we bring you two creative movement opportunities, Two six-week somatics class series with Cory Nakasue over zoom , An in-person dance and somatics workshop with Alex Pfister, Meggi Sweeney Smith and Cory Nakasue, New and returning participants are welcome- no experience necessary! We have received enthusiastic feedback on these classes and are looking forward to continuing this program. Classes are free to all. TO REGISTER: Please email Vanessa Zimmerman at vanessa.zimmerman@pennmedicine.upenn.edu
ONLINE SOMATICS CLASS INFO - taught over Zoom, Somatics is a practice focusing on nuances and perception of movement to build understanding of anatomy, alignment and posture that helps ease tension by finding new ways of moving though our everyday lives. The class will draw from many techniques such as yoga, Pilates, Alexander Technique, Feldenkrais etc. Series 1, Wednesdays, 6:30-7:30pm ET, Class dates: 9/17-10/22, Drop-ins welcome, …
Location: Virtual. Audience: Patients. Type of Event: Class. Virtual Event Only.
Wednesday, October 22, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Yoga
Penn Radiation Oncology Quality of Life
Join our yoga practitioner Tali for an all levels yoga class that is geared towards cancer patients, survivors, and their family. Please contact RadOncPatientEngagement@uphs.upenn.edu for the link to join.
Location: Virtual - Microsoft Teams Video Conference. Audience: Patients. Other. Caregivers. Type of Event: Virtual Event Only.
Thursday, October 23, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Newly Diagnosed Patients - Cancer Support Group
Cancer Support Groups
This virtual group will offer patients who are within 6 months of diagnosis a safe, supportive space to connect and share on the changes and adjustments they are experiencing related to diagnosis and treatment. The group will be led by oncology social workers to provide emotional and practical support.
For more information: Please contact Amy at 267-253-1411.
Location: Virtual. Audience: Patients. Type of Event: Support & Networking Group. Cancer Type: All Cancers.
Thursday, October 23, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Virtual/In-Person Breastfeeding Support Group
Women's Health HUP
This support group will take place virtually/ in-person and is facilitated by an experienced IBCLC. Come meet other parent and engage in peer breastfeeding support in a non-judgmental environment.
You may access the group virtually every Thursday from 12 PM-1 PM via Microsoft Teams using
Meeting ID: 256 954 288 036
Passcode: TYUdEa
or click the following link:
https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_YWQ4YTFiYTMtY2I4Zi00Y2JjLWI5MWEtNDUxZDQ1MjRmOGQx%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%2258e32bb7-141e-4bae-af01-f29f2a6613c2%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%2218c6d43a-15ac-4369-add1-8318d15a3a71%22%7d
In-person registration required. The group will meet in the Family Caregiver Center, 1 Ravdin. A scale will be provided.
An email invitation will be sent to those who register. Thank you!
For questions, please email: Maria.DiSciullo@pennmedicine.upenn.edu or call/text 215-410-1226.
Location: Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. Audience: Patients. Type of Event: Support & Networking Group.
Thursday, October 23, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Art-Based Cancer Support Group
Cancer Support Groups
Do you sometimes find that words are not enough to process your experiences? Are you looking for new or alternate ways to cope with stress during this time? Are you looking to find connection with others who have similar experiences? In these virtual support groups, participants will use traditional and non-traditional art materials commonly found at home to engage in creative processes for self-expression, relaxation, and relating to others. Previous art experience is not required. Groups will be facilitated by a registered art therapist.
Art-based support groups are the 2nd and 4th Thursday of every month from 12-1 pm.
Location: Virtual. Audience: Patients. Type of Event: Support & Networking Group. Cancer Type: All Cancers.
Thursday, October 23, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Art Therapy - Open Studio
Penn Radiation Oncology Quality of Life
Join us for art therapy – no experience necessary! Led by art therapist Grace Childers, each art therapy open studio session will have easy and interesting projects to create. Art therapy can help: reduce stress and fatigue , promote physical, mental, and emotional wellness , encourage self-expression and creativity, Drop in any time during a session – no registration required!
Location: Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine. Address Building/Floor: CN Level - Radiation Oncology
The Studio is located to the left of the lobby when you step off the elevator. Audience: Caregivers. Patients. Type of Event: Other.
Thursday, October 23, 2025, 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM.
Neuroendocrine Tumor Group
Cancer Support Groups
This is a virtual group open to any person that has been diagnosed with a Neuroendocrine Tumor and their adult family, friends and caregivers. The group offers education presentations and networking. Held monthly on the 4th Thursday of each month from 1 - 2:30 pm. For more information, please contact emma.briscoe@pennmedicine.upenn.edu.
Location: Virtual. Audience: Patients. Caregivers. Other. Type of Event: Support & Networking Group. Cancer Type: Neuroendocrine Tumors (NETs).
Thursday, October 23, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM.
Art Therapy - Individual Session Slots
Penn Radiation Oncology Quality of Life
Sign up for an individual art therapy session with art therapist Grace Childers! During this session, you will work on easy and interesting art therapy projects one-on-one with Grace. reduce stress and fatigue , promote physical, mental, and emotional wellness , encourage self-expression and creativity, To sign up, please email Grace Childers: Grace.Childers@pennmedicine.upenn.edu.
Location: Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine. Address Building/Floor: CN Level - Radiation Oncology
The Studio is to the left of the front desk when you step off the elevator. Audience: Caregivers. Patients. Type of Event: Other.
Thursday, October 23, 2025, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM.
Virtual Chair-Based Yoga Classes
Cancer Support Groups
Led by Michelle Stortz, these chair-based yoga classes are designed to ease the side effects of treatment, reduce anxiety, improve quality of sleep and adapt to participants' needs. The classes are sponsored by Pennsylvania Hospital virtually.
Classes are held on Zoom twice weekly:
Mondays: 1 to 1:45 pm
Thursdays: 4 to 5:00 pm, Registration is required to receive the Zoom link.
Note: You may join the class up to 5 minutes after we begin. After that, the class will be closed. We hope you'll be able to join the next class!
Location: Virtual. Audience: Patients. Type of Event: Support & Networking Group. Cancer Type: All Cancers.
Thursday, October 23, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
TWO DAY (two session) VIRTUAL Childbirth Prep Class (Fri eve & Sat afternoon)
Women's Health HUP
This TWO-DAY, TWO SESSION accelerated course will review relaxation, stages of labor/vaginal deliveries, cesarean sections, anesthesia, postpartum, and hospital newborn care. CLASS WILL MEET ON FRIDAY, OCTOBER 24TH, from 6PM-9PM AND SATURDAY, OCTOBER 25TH, FROM 12:OOPM- 3:00PM
This class is led by a women's health RN and is designed for those who want to receive all course content within two class days. Web-based learning materials will be provided.
Families are encouraged to register separately for a virtual maternity tour session.
If you have any questions, please email Kelly McNulty at: childbirthclass@pennmedicine.upenn.edu or call/text (215) 410-1226.
Location: Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. Room: 2nd floor Donner Conference Room. Audience: Patients. Type of Event: Class.
Friday, October 24, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Virtual ALL DAY (one session) Preparation for Childbirth Class
Women's Health HUP
This ONE-DAY online and interactive course covers topics such as: labor & delivery, cesarean sections, anesthesia, postpartum, and review of hospital newborn care. This class is designed for those who want to receive all course content within one class day. Web-based learning materials will be provided. A self-guided review of third trimester in pregnancy is encouraged with the provided materials. Breaks will be offered along with a mid-session break for lunch.
Due to the lengthy nature of this class, the virtual maternity tour will not be included, but families are encouraged to register separately for that session.
You will receive an email and Meeting ID link 1 day prior to the class start (PLEASE CHECK ALL EMAIL/JUNK MAIL FOLDERS).
If you have any questions, please email Kelly McNulty at: childbirthclass@pennmedicine.upenn.edu or call (215) 410-1226.
Location: Virtual. Audience: Patients. Type of Event: Class.
Saturday, October 25, 2025, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
Virtual Baby Basics Class
Women's Health HUP
This newborn class will take place virtually. Learn about your little one from diapering, bathing, feeding, sleep schedules, adjusting to parenthood, and much more.
Registration is required. You will receive an email approximately 1-2 days before the class start with the link to the meeting. PLEASE CHECK ALL EMAIL FOLDERS/JUNK MAIL BEFORE THE START OF CLASS.
For all general questions, or trouble accessing the class, please contact Kelly McNulty at: childbirthclass@pennmedicine.upenn.edu or call/text (215) 410-1226.
Thank you!
Location: Virtual - Microsoft Teams Video Conference. Audience: Patients. Type of Event: Class.
Saturday, October 25, 2025, 10:00 AM – 12:15 PM.
Yoga
Penn Radiation Oncology Quality of Life
Join our yoga practitioner Tali for an all levels yoga class that is geared towards cancer patients, survivors, and their family. Please contact RadOncPatientEngagement@uphs.upenn.edu for the link to join.
Location: Virtual - Microsoft Teams Video Conference. Audience: Patients. Other. Caregivers. Type of Event: Virtual Event Only.
Monday, October 27, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Virtual Chair-Based Yoga Classes
Cancer Support Groups
Led by Michelle Stortz, these chair-based yoga classes are designed to ease the side effects of treatment, reduce anxiety, improve quality of sleep and adapt to participants' needs. The classes are sponsored by Pennsylvania Hospital virtually.
Classes are held on Zoom twice weekly:
Mondays: 1 to 1:45 pm
Thursdays: 4 to 5:00 pm, Registration is required to receive the Zoom link.
Note: You may join the class up to 5 minutes after we begin. After that, the class will be closed. We hope you'll be able to join the next class!
Location: Virtual. Audience: Patients. Type of Event: Support & Networking Group. Cancer Type: All Cancers.
Monday, October 27, 2025, 1:00 PM – 1:45 PM.
Art Therapy - Open Studio
Penn Radiation Oncology Quality of Life
Join us for art therapy – no experience necessary! Led by art therapist Grace Childers, each art therapy open studio session will have easy and interesting projects to create. Art therapy can help: reduce stress and fatigue , promote physical, mental, and emotional wellness , encourage self-expression and creativity, Drop in any time during a session – no registration required!
Location: Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine. Address Building/Floor: CN Level - Radiation Oncology
The Studio is located to the left of the front desk when you step off the elevator. Audience: Caregivers. Patients. Type of Event: Other.
Monday, October 27, 2025, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
CANCELLED - Heart Surgery Pre-Operative Class
Cardiac Surgery Pre-Op
Because this class is taught by nurses working in the hospital, you must pre-register, we cannot accept walk-ins.
Register for the class by contacting your surgeon's office. Dr. Acker: 215-349-8305 , Dr. Atluri: 215-662-2956 , Dr. Bavaria: 215-662-2017 , Dr. Desai: 215-615-0343 , Dr. Fuller: 215-590-2708 , Dr. Mascio: 215-590-2708 , Dr. Szeto: 215-662-9595 , Dr. Vallabhajosyula: 215-662-2957
This class is a wonderful chance for you and a family member or friend to take part in a small-group session where your questions about surgery and recovery will be addressed.
This class is offered to patients scheduled for open heart surgery at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania (HUP). A tour of HUP is offered after the class for those who are interested.
Address Building/Floor: Heart & Vascular Conference Room
2nd Floor East
Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine. Audience: Caregivers. General Public.
Monday, October 27, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
For more info visit www.pennmedicine.org. Kidney Transplant Support Group
Kidney Transplant
All meetings will be held virtually via Blue Jeans from 10-11am. Pre and post kidney transplant patients and caregivers are welcome to attend.
To subscribe to the e-mail list to receive the links to join each support group session, please email the kidney social work team at: KidneyTransplantSupportGroup@pennmedicine.upenn.edu, Links to the support group meeting will be sent out via e-mail, 1 day before the scheduled group. *Note: Safari sometimes runs into issues when launching the Blue Jeans meeting platform. If possible try to use a different web browser (i.e. Chrome or Explorer) for the meeting. To log in from a phone or tablet: download the Blue Jeans App, and then enter the meeting room details when it is time to log into the meeting, For further information or updates, please contact the kidney transplant social work team at: Email: KidneyTransplantSupportGroup@pennmedicine.upenn.edu, Phone: (215) 615-8055.
Location: Virtual. Audience: Caregivers. Patients. Type of Event: Support & Networking Group.
Tuesday, October 28, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Reiki Circle
Cancer Support Groups
Are you Reiki Curious? , Join us for Reiki meditation and Reiki self-practice. The meditation is a traditional Japanese, Reiki meditation that will help you connect to (Rei) Ki. Think qi, chi or prana, all words to describe universal life force energy already present in you. Come and connect with your breath, regulate your nervous system, tap into a deep sense of calm and just be. No Reiki experience necessary; just dress comfortably. , Meets Tuesdays 10-11 am
Sign up below to get access to the virtual class. .
Location: Virtual. Audience: Patients. Type of Event: Support & Networking Group. Cancer Type: All Cancers.
Tuesday, October 28, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
In-person Alumni-Patient Gathering
Penn Radiation Oncology Quality of Life
The gathering is a great way to connect with current patients, caregivers, and alumni patients. Please contact RadOncPatientEngagement@uphs.upenn.edu if you would like to join or if you have any questions.
Location: Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine. Audience: Patients. Other. Type of Event: Other.
Tuesday, October 28, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
In-person Alumni-Patient Gathering
Penn Radiation Oncology Quality of Life
The gathering is a great way to connect with current patients, caregivers, and alumni patients. Please contact RadOncPatientEngagement@uphs.upenn.edu if you would like to join or if you have any questions.
Location: Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine. Audience: Patients. Other. Type of Event: Other.
Tuesday, October 28, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Yoga (in-person)
Penn Radiation Oncology Quality of Life
Join our yoga practitioner Tali for an all levels yoga class that is geared towards cancer patients, survivors, and their family. Pre-registration is required, please contact RadOncPatientEngagement@uphs.upenn.edu to sign up.
Location: Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine. Audience: Caregivers. Patients. Type of Event: Other.
Tuesday, October 28, 2025, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM.
Art Therapy - Open Studio
Penn Radiation Oncology Quality of Life
Join us for art therapy – no experience necessary! Led by art therapist Grace Childers, each art therapy open studio session will have easy and interesting projects to create. Art therapy can help: reduce stress and fatigue , promote physical, mental, and emotional wellness , encourage self-expression and creativity, Drop in any time during a session – no registration required!
Location: Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine. Audience: Caregivers. Patients. Type of Event: Other.
Tuesday, October 28, 2025, 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM.
Virtual Baby Basics Class
Women's Health HUP
This newborn class will take place virtually. Learn about your little one from diapering, bathing, feeding, sleep schedules, adjusting to parenthood, and much more.
Registration is required. You will receive an email approximately 1-2 days before the class start with the link to the meeting. PLEASE CHECK ALL EMAIL FOLDERS/JUNK MAIL BEFORE THE START OF CLASS.
For all general questions, or trouble accessing the class, please contact Kelly McNulty at: childbirthclass@pennmedicine.upenn.edu or call/text (215) 410-1226.
Thank you!
Location: Virtual - Microsoft Teams Video Conference. Audience: Patients. Type of Event: Class.
Tuesday, October 28, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:45 PM.
Young Adults with Advanced Cancer Support Group
Cancer Support Groups
Finding out you have cancer at a young age is hard. You are not alone. Please join our young adults with cancer networking virtual group to meet other young adults, ages 18-45 who are coping with advanced stage cancer.
This group meets twice a month and is led by oncology social workers. It provides a safe space to network with others, to exchange support, and to learn practical information and helpful resources.
Location: Virtual. Audience: Patients. Type of Event: Support & Networking Group. Cancer Type: All Cancers.
Tuesday, October 28, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM.
Virtual 3 Week Preparation for Childbirth Class Series
Women's Health HUP
This 3-week online (interactive) course covers antepartum, labor & delivery, cesarean sections, postpartum, and hospital-based newborn care. This class will run for 3 weeks on Tuesdays, 10/28, 11/4, and 11/11, from 6:30-9:00 PM.
A Virtual Tour of the Maternity Units at HUP is included! Please note: this course focuses on patients who plan to deliver at The Hospital of The University of Pennsylvania Hospital 3400 Spruce Street, but all are welcome to attend.
You will receive an email and Meeting ID code 1 day before the class starts, via the email used upon registration. PLEASE CHECK ALL EMAILS AND JUNK FOLDERS BEFORE THE CLASS STARTS.
For any general class questions, please email Kelly McNulty at: childbirthclass@pennmedicine.upenn.edu or call/text (215) 410-1226.
Location: Virtual - Microsoft Teams Video Conference. Audience: Patients. Type of Event: Class.
Tuesday, October 28, 2025, 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Art Therapy - Open Studio
Penn Radiation Oncology Quality of Life
Join us for art therapy – no experience necessary! Led by art therapist Grace Childers, each art therapy open studio session will have easy and interesting projects to create. Art therapy can help: reduce stress and fatigue , promote physical, mental, and emotional wellness , encourage self-expression and creativity, Drop in any time during a session – no registration required!
Location: Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine. Address Building/Floor: CN Level - Radiation Oncology
The Studio is located to the left of the front desk when you step off the elevator. Audience: Caregivers. Patients. Type of Event: Other.
Wednesday, October 29, 2025, 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Art Therapy - Open Studio
Penn Radiation Oncology Quality of Life
Join us for art therapy – no experience necessary! Led by art therapist Grace Childers, each art therapy open studio session will have easy and interesting projects to create. Art therapy can help: reduce stress and fatigue , promote physical, mental, and emotional wellness , encourage self-expression and creativity, Drop in any time during a session – no registration required!
Location: Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine. Address Building/Floor: CN Level - Radiation Oncology
The Studio is located to the left of the front desk when you step off the elevator. Audience: Caregivers. Patients. Type of Event: Other.
Wednesday, October 29, 2025, 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM.
Art Therapy - Individual Session Slots
Penn Radiation Oncology Quality of Life
Sign up for an individual art therapy session with art therapist Grace Childers! During this session, you will work on easy and interesting art therapy projects one-on-one with Grace. reduce stress and fatigue , promote physical, mental, and emotional wellness , encourage self-expression and creativity, To sign up, please email Grace Childers: Grace.Childers@pennmedicine.upenn.edu.
Location: Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine. Address Building/Floor: CN Level - Radiation Oncology
The Studio is located to the left of the front desk when you step off the elevator. Audience: Caregivers. Patients. Type of Event: Other.
Wednesday, October 29, 2025, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM.
Bariatric Surgery Video Chat Support Group
Bariatric Support Groups
This support group brings together bariatric surgery patients. Whether you’re pre- or post-surgery, support groups are a good opportunity to share experiences and receive support from the Penn Bariatric community.
Keep in mind that this session will include both audio and video with other Penn Medicine bariatric surgery patients.
You will receive a MyPennMedicine message and an email with instructions on how to join the group one business day before the event.
Location: Virtual. Audience: Patients. Type of Event: Support & Networking Group.
Thursday, October 30, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Yoga
Penn Radiation Oncology Quality of Life
Join our yoga practitioner Tali for an all levels yoga class that is geared towards cancer patients, survivors, and their family. Please contact RadOncPatientEngagement@uphs.upenn.edu for the link to join.
Location: Virtual - Microsoft Teams Video Conference. Audience: Patients. Other. Caregivers. Type of Event: Virtual Event Only.
Thursday, October 30, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Virtual/In-Person Breastfeeding Support Group
Women's Health HUP
This support group will take place virtually/ in-person and is facilitated by an experienced IBCLC. Come meet other parent and engage in peer breastfeeding support in a non-judgmental environment.
You may access the group virtually every Thursday from 12 PM-1 PM via Microsoft Teams using
Meeting ID: 256 954 288 036
Passcode: TYUdEa
or click the following link:
https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_YWQ4YTFiYTMtY2I4Zi00Y2JjLWI5MWEtNDUxZDQ1MjRmOGQx%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%2258e32bb7-141e-4bae-af01-f29f2a6613c2%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%2218c6d43a-15ac-4369-add1-8318d15a3a71%22%7d
In-person registration required. The group will meet in the Family Caregiver Center, 1 Ravdin. A scale will be provided.
An email invitation will be sent to those who register. Thank you!
For questions, please email: Maria.DiSciullo@pennmedicine.upenn.edu or call/text 215-410-1226.
Location: Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. Audience: Patients. Type of Event: Support & Networking Group.
Thursday, October 30, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Art Therapy - Open Studio
Penn Radiation Oncology Quality of Life
Join us for art therapy – no experience necessary! Led by art therapist Grace Childers, each art therapy open studio session will have easy and interesting projects to create. Art therapy can help: reduce stress and fatigue , promote physical, mental, and emotional wellness , encourage self-expression and creativity, Drop in any time during a session – no registration required!
Location: Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine. Address Building/Floor: CN Level - Radiation Oncology
The Studio is located to the left of the lobby when you step off the elevator. Audience: Caregivers. Patients. Type of Event: Other.
Thursday, October 30, 2025, 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM.
Art Therapy - Individual Session Slots
Penn Radiation Oncology Quality of Life
Sign up for an individual art therapy session with art therapist Grace Childers! During this session, you will work on easy and interesting art therapy projects one-on-one with Grace. reduce stress and fatigue , promote physical, mental, and emotional wellness , encourage self-expression and creativity, To sign up, please email Grace Childers: Grace.Childers@pennmedicine.upenn.edu.
Location: Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine. Address Building/Floor: CN Level - Radiation Oncology
The Studio is to the left of the front desk when you step off the elevator. Audience: Caregivers. Patients. Type of Event: Other.
Thursday, October 30, 2025, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM.
Virtual Chair-Based Yoga Classes
Cancer Support Groups
Led by Michelle Stortz, these chair-based yoga classes are designed to ease the side effects of treatment, reduce anxiety, improve quality of sleep and adapt to participants' needs. The classes are sponsored by Pennsylvania Hospital virtually.
Classes are held on Zoom twice weekly:
Mondays: 1 to 1:45 pm
Thursdays: 4 to 5:00 pm, Registration is required to receive the Zoom link.
Note: You may join the class up to 5 minutes after we begin. After that, the class will be closed. We hope you'll be able to join the next class!
Location: Virtual. Audience: Patients. Type of Event: Support & Networking Group. Cancer Type: All Cancers.
Thursday, October 30, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
IN PERSON Childbirth Prep Labor Lab
Women's Health HUP
This ONE-DAY accelerated and interactive course will review relaxation, stages of labor/vaginal deliveries, cesarean sections, anesthesia, postpartum, and hospital newborn care. Birthing parents and partners will have the opportunity to practice labor positions, breathing techniques, and swaddling/diapering newborns.
This class is led by a women's health RN/Childbirth Educator and is designed for those who want to receive all course content within one class day. Web-based learning materials will be provided. There will be a 45-minute break for lunch.
Families are encouraged to register separately for a virtual maternity tour session.
If you have any questions, please email Kelly McNulty at: childbirthclass@pennmedicine.upenn.edu or call/text (215) 410-1226.
Location: Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. Address Building/Floor: 2nd Floor Donner Building Conference Room
Between the Silverstein and Founders Buildings
TAKE THE SILVERSTEIN ELEVATORS TO THE 2ND FLOOR AND FOLLOW THE HALLWAY TOWARD THE FOUNDERS BUILDING. Audience: Patients. Type of Event: Class.
Saturday, November 1, 2025, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
Yoga
Penn Radiation Oncology Quality of Life
Join our yoga practitioner Tali for an all levels yoga class that is geared towards cancer patients, survivors, and their family. Please contact RadOncPatientEngagement@uphs.upenn.edu for the link to join.
Location: Virtual - Microsoft Teams Video Conference. Audience: Patients. Other. Caregivers. Type of Event: Virtual Event Only.
Monday, November 3, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
For Women Only - Cancer Support Group
Cancer Support Groups
This virtual group is “for women only.” It will offer women patients with any diagnosis of cancer a safe, supportive space to connect and share about the experience of having cancer. We will also be able to talk about treatment, side effects, and the effects on children, family and friends. We will talk about how cancer affects important relationships in your life. This group will be led by oncology social workers to provide emotional and practical support and guidance.
For more information: Please contact Courtney at 215.605.5304.
Location: Virtual. Audience: Patients. Other. Type of Event: Support & Networking Group. Cancer Type: All Cancers.
Monday, November 3, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Virtual Chair-Based Yoga Classes
Cancer Support Groups
Led by Michelle Stortz, these chair-based yoga classes are designed to ease the side effects of treatment, reduce anxiety, improve quality of sleep and adapt to participants' needs. The classes are sponsored by Pennsylvania Hospital virtually.
Classes are held on Zoom twice weekly:
Mondays: 1 to 1:45 pm
Thursdays: 4 to 5:00 pm, Registration is required to receive the Zoom link.
Note: You may join the class up to 5 minutes after we begin. After that, the class will be closed. We hope you'll be able to join the next class!
Location: Virtual. Audience: Patients. Type of Event: Support & Networking Group. Cancer Type: All Cancers.
Monday, November 3, 2025, 1:00 PM – 1:45 PM.
Art Therapy - Open Studio
Penn Radiation Oncology Quality of Life
Join us for art therapy – no experience necessary! Led by art therapist Grace Childers, each art therapy open studio session will have easy and interesting projects to create. Art therapy can help: reduce stress and fatigue , promote physical, mental, and emotional wellness , encourage self-expression and creativity, Drop in any time during a session – no registration required!
Location: Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine. Address Building/Floor: CN Level - Radiation Oncology
The Studio is located to the left of the front desk when you step off the elevator. Audience: Caregivers. Patients. Type of Event: Other.
Monday, November 3, 2025, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Virtual Infant CPR Class
Women's Health HUP
This non-certification course teaches the lifesaving skills of Infant CPR and the relief of choking. Skills are taught by Certified CPR Instructors. Due to this being a virtual course, instruction will be limited to observation only.
Family and Friends CPR is designed for individuals who want to learn CPR, but do not need a course completion card.
This course is ideal for new parents, grandparents, babysitters, and others interested in saving a life.
You will receive a class code via email, 1-2 days prior to the start of class. PLEASE CHECK ALL INBOX/JUNK MAIL FOLDERS PRIOR TO CLASS START.
For any questions, please email Kelly McNulty at: childbirthclass@pennmedicine.upenn.edu or call/text (215) 410-1226.
Location: Virtual. Audience: Patients. Type of Event: Class.
Monday, November 3, 2025, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM.
Reiki Circle
Cancer Support Groups
Are you Reiki Curious? , Join us for Reiki meditation and Reiki self-practice. The meditation is a traditional Japanese, Reiki meditation that will help you connect to (Rei) Ki. Think qi, chi or prana, all words to describe universal life force energy already present in you. Come and connect with your breath, regulate your nervous system, tap into a deep sense of calm and just be. No Reiki experience necessary; just dress comfortably. , Meets Tuesdays 10-11 am
Sign up below to get access to the virtual class. .
Location: Virtual. Audience: Patients. Type of Event: Support & Networking Group. Cancer Type: All Cancers.
Tuesday, November 4, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Yoga (in-person)
Penn Radiation Oncology Quality of Life
Join our yoga practitioner Tali for an all levels yoga class that is geared towards cancer patients, survivors, and their family. Pre-registration is required, please contact RadOncPatientEngagement@uphs.upenn.edu to sign up.
Location: Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine. Audience: Caregivers. Patients. Type of Event: Other.
Tuesday, November 4, 2025, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM.
Liver Transplant Support Group
Liver Transplant
Liver transplant support group meetings are open to Penn Medicine pre- and post- liver transplant patients, living donors, and caregivers. The support groups happen on every other Tuesday.
The groups run virtually from 12 to 1 pm.
For more information, contact: Kimberly Johnson
Kimberley.Johnson@pennmedicine.upenn.edu, All patients and family members are welcome.
Location: Virtual. Audience: Patients. Caregivers. Type of Event: Support & Networking Group.
Tuesday, November 4, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Virtual Alumni-Patient Gathering: Speaker Series
Penn Radiation Oncology Quality of Life
The gathering is a great way to connect with current patients, caregivers, and alumni patients. Please contact RadOncPatientEngagement@uphs.upenn.edu if you would like to join or if you have any questions.
Location: Virtual - Microsoft Teams Video Conference. Address Building/Floor: Please contact RadOncPatientEngagement@uphs.upenn.edu for the link to join or if you have any questions. Audience: Patients. Other. Type of Event: Other.
Tuesday, November 4, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Art Therapy - Open Studio
Penn Radiation Oncology Quality of Life
Join us for art therapy – no experience necessary! Led by art therapist Grace Childers, each art therapy open studio session will have easy and interesting projects to create. Art therapy can help: reduce stress and fatigue , promote physical, mental, and emotional wellness , encourage self-expression and creativity, Drop in any time during a session – no registration required!
Location: Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine. Audience: Caregivers. Patients. Type of Event: Other.
Tuesday, November 4, 2025, 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM.
Post Treatment Transitions Cancer Support Group
Cancer Support Groups
Abramson Cancer Center at Penn Medicine is proud to offer the Post-Treatment Transitions Cancer Support Group, a supportive, confidential space for any cancer patient who has completed treatment. This group is held on the first and third Tuesdays of every month, from 2:00-3:00.
Location: Virtual. Audience: Patients. Type of Event: Support & Networking Group. Cancer Type: All Cancers.
Tuesday, November 4, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Art Therapy - Open Studio
Penn Radiation Oncology Quality of Life
Join us for art therapy – no experience necessary! Led by art therapist Grace Childers, each art therapy open studio session will have easy and interesting projects to create. Art therapy can help: reduce stress and fatigue , promote physical, mental, and emotional wellness , encourage self-expression and creativity, Drop in any time during a session – no registration required!
Location: Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine. Address Building/Floor: CN Level - Radiation Oncology
The Studio is located to the left of the front desk when you step off the elevator. Audience: Caregivers. Patients. Type of Event: Other.
Wednesday, November 5, 2025, 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
Heart Surgery Pre-Operative Class
Cardiac Surgery Pre-Op
REGISTRATION
Because this class is taught by nurses working in the hospital, you must pre-register, we cannot accept walk-ins.
Register for the class by contacting your surgeon's office. Dr. Acker: 215-349-8305 , Dr. Atluri: 215-662-2956 , Dr. Bavaria: 215-662-2017 , Dr. Cevasco: 215-662-3517 , Dr. Desai: 215-615-0343 , Dr. Fuller: 215-590-2708 , Dr. Mascio: 215-590-2708 , Dr. Szeto: 215-662-9595 , Dr. Vallabhajosyula: 215-662-2957
This class is a wonderful chance for you and a family member or friend to take part in a small-group session where your questions about surgery and recovery will be addressed.
This class is offered to patients scheduled for open heart surgery at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania (HUP). A tour of HUP is offered after the class for those who are interested.
Address Building/Floor: Heart & Vascular Conference Room
2nd Floor East
Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine. Audience: Patients.
Wednesday, November 5, 2025, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM.
For more info visit www.pennmedicine.org. Life After an Allogeneic Bone Marrow Transplant (Patients)
Cancer Support Groups
This is a virtual group for patients and caregivers of Abramson Cancer Center who have completed an allogeneic stem cell transplant. Meet with others who share your experience and can understand. This is a safe and supportive space to discuss insights and challenges about life after transplant.
Patients exclusively: First Wednesday of each month from 11 am to Noon. Patients and/or their caregivers: Third Wednesday of the month from 11 am to Noon. To register or for more information, please contact Tiffany at 215.360.0585.
Location: Virtual. Audience: Patients. Type of Event: Support & Networking Group. Cancer Type: All Cancers.
Wednesday, November 5, 2025, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Art Therapy - Open Studio
Penn Radiation Oncology Quality of Life
Join us for art therapy – no experience necessary! Led by art therapist Grace Childers, each art therapy open studio session will have easy and interesting projects to create. Art therapy can help: reduce stress and fatigue , promote physical, mental, and emotional wellness , encourage self-expression and creativity, Drop in any time during a session – no registration required!
Location: Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine. Address Building/Floor: CN Level - Radiation Oncology
The Studio is located to the left of the front desk when you step off the elevator. Audience: Caregivers. Patients. Type of Event: Other.
Wednesday, November 5, 2025, 12:30 PM – 2:30 PM.
Art Therapy - Individual Session Slots
Penn Radiation Oncology Quality of Life
Sign up for an individual art therapy session with art therapist Grace Childers! During this session, you will work on easy and interesting art therapy projects one-on-one with Grace. reduce stress and fatigue , promote physical, mental, and emotional wellness , encourage self-expression and creativity, To sign up, please email Grace Childers: Grace.Childers@pennmedicine.upenn.edu.
Location: Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine. Address Building/Floor: CN Level - Radiation Oncology
The Studio is located to the left of the front desk when you step off the elevator. Audience: Caregivers. Patients. Type of Event: Other.
Wednesday, November 5, 2025, 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM.
ONLINE SOMATICS CLASS
Multiple Sclerosis Events
MS DANCERS AND MOVERS, As part of the MS Dance Movement Program this Fall we bring you two creative movement opportunities, Two six-week somatics class series with Cory Nakasue over zoom , An in-person dance and somatics workshop with Alex Pfister, Meggi Sweeney Smith and Cory Nakasue, New and returning participants are welcome- no experience necessary! We have received enthusiastic feedback on these classes and are looking forward to continuing this program. Classes are free to all. TO REGISTER: Please email Vanessa Zimmerman at vanessa.zimmerman@pennmedicine.upenn.edu
ONLINE SOMATICS CLASS INFO - taught over Zoom, Somatics is a practice focusing on nuances and perception of movement to build understanding of anatomy, alignment and posture that helps ease tension by finding new ways of moving though our everyday lives. The class will draw from many techniques such as yoga, Pilates, Alexander Technique, Feldenkrais etc. Series 1, Wednesdays, 6:30-7:30pm ET, Class dates: 9/17-10/22, Drop-ins welcome, …
Location: Virtual. Audience: Patients. Type of Event: Class. Virtual Event Only.
Wednesday, November 5, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM.