Providence Center for the Healing Arts

 Providing for a whole community

Have you ever wanted to try Tai Chi?  Take a ceramics or art class? You don't need to go far. What began as a complementary therapy resource for the cancer center is now opened to the wider community. The Center for the Healing Arts at Providence Hospital's Novi campus opened in 1999 at the then-new Assarian Cancer Center. The Center provides a wide variety of programs, services and resources that include: art classes, yoga, massage, music therapy and a knitting group. These programs can help to address an individual in terms of the whole self: thinking, creative, spiritual, physical and loving. This philosophy allows individuals to attain balance in their everyday lives.

The Center for the Healing Arts offers services at Providence Hospital's Novi and Southfield campuses.  The Center also offers a bi-monthly "Boost Camp Day," which is a daylong retreat for individuals or groups interested in making life improvements and practical repairs. The program provides enrichment, personal exploration and a healthy dose of humor to its participants. It is designed to help people live well and offers an easy way to incorporate the concepts of wholeness and wellness in daily life. See below for details.
 

Boost Camp Day

Designed to help you live well, Boost Camp offers an easy way to embrace concepts of wholeness and wellness in your daily life. Boost Camp is open to anyone interested in exploring valuable, practical ways for making life improvements and repairs. Call (248) 465-5455 for future dates, more information or to register.

Call for details.
Providence Park Conference Rooms
$50 per person, includes materials & lunch
 

Yoga

The Providence Center for the Healing Arts offers a variety of yoga classes for people of all ages & abilities. Come experience the numerous benefits of this ancient practice.

Novi Classes
(Assarian Cancer Center, 47601 Grand River Avenue, Novi) 

Yoga for Backs - All levels - learn basic yoga postures to strengthen and maintain a healthy back
Beginner/Intermediate - All levels - learn breath and various poses to relax, lengthen and strengthen
Mixed Level - All levels - for students who know the basics of yoga and want a little more challenge
Ashtanga - Intermediate and Advanced level - a set flow of postures that are dynamic and empowering
Vinyasa - Intermediate and Advanced level - a dynamic and invigorating flow of postures and breath
Night Lite Yoga - All levels - experience a calming basic yoga class with meditation to close the day.  
Yoga for Seniors - All levels - gentle class for students who would like to improve flexibility, strength and balance
*Intro to Yoga - Beginners - for students who are completely new to yoga *includes optional 15 minute meditation at end of class
Prenatal Yoga - gentle yoga for pregnancy that focuses on relaxation, strengthening, balance and breath.
Mommy & Baby - postnatal yoga that gives mom and baby a chance to bond on a different level
*Kid's Yoga I: children 5-7 years old   *Kid's Yoga II: children 8-12 years old. Experience yoga playfully and creatively.
Teen Yoga - High school students
**Yoga for SNC - permission and parent participation required - especially designed collaboratively with Physical Therapy to help children with special needs work to achieve long-term health benefits.

1-month unlimited passes are $85
3-month unlimited passes are $250
10-class punch cards are $80 (4-month expiration)
5-class punch cards are $45 (2-month expiration)
Walk-in classes are $10
*Preregistration required for Kid's Yoga sessions and Intro to Yoga sessions.

Southfield Classes in Fisher Auditorium
(Providence Hospital Campus, 16001 W. Nine Mile Road) 

1-month unlimited passes are $85
3-month unlimited passes are $250
10-class punch cards are $80 (4-month expiration)
5-class punch cards are $45 (2-month expiration)
Walk-in classes are $10

Massage Therapy

The Providence Center for the Healing Arts would like you to experience the benefits of a professional massage from our nationally certified and oncology trained massage therapist. This ancient art has been shown to be effective on a wide range of conditions including anxiety, stress, tension, chronic fatigue, pain, and headaches. Make your appointment today and escape the strains of daily life. [Patients currently undergoing treatment should bring a physician’s referral.]

Novi
by appointment
$50 for a 50 minute session
call (248) 465-5455 for appointment
 

Reduce Stress with Meditation

Everyday life can stress you out! Experience a one-hour meditation session in the serenity of the reflection space. Learn proper breathing techniques that can be used at home or on the job. A mat is suggested, but not necessary.

Novi
Individual sessions by appointment
$5 per session
call (248) 465-5455 for appointment
 

Gentle Tai Chi

The Providence Center for the Healing Arts invites you to experience the pleasure of Tai Chi Chuan, an ancient Chinese exercise that promotes flexibility, balanceand strength. Relax, meditate and enjoy the benefits of Tai Chi as Judy Buresh guides you through this ancient form of movement.This class provides an easy introduction to Tai Chi and is available to everyone.

Novi
Thursdays, 10:15 - 11:00 a.m.
Assarian Cancer Center Reflection Space
$5 per session
 

Ceramics

Explore the art of playing with clay. Escape the everyday and mundane while exploring your creativity in a three-dimensional art form.  Get your hands dirty!  Have Fun! Call (248) 465-5497 for more information or appointments.

Novi
Mondays, Tuesdays, & Wednesdays, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Thursdays, 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Fridays by appointment
Assarian Cancer Center Ceramics Studio (lower level)
$10 lab fee
 

Colored Pencil Workshop

The Center for the Healing Arts is pleased to offer a beginning colored pencil workshop.  Join Gilda's Club member Nancy Duke as she provides introductory instruction in this non-toxic art form. To register please call (248) 465-5455.

Novi ­
2nd Tuesday of every month, 1 - 3:00 p.m.
Assarian Cancer Center, Creative Arts Studio (second floor)
$2 per session
 

Explore Art & Color with Darcy

The Providence Center for the Healing Arts invites you to explore your creativity with Explore Art & Color with Darcy. In these workshops volunteer artist Darcel Deneau will help you transform a block of wood into a piece of multi-dimensional art using acrylics and a variety of techniques. This project presents a unique challenge in an encouraging environment and is open to individuals with all levels of experience.

Novi ­
4th Thursday of every month, 1 - 3:00 p.m.
Assarian Cancer Center, Creative Arts Studio (second floor)
$5 per session
 

Create with Janis (formerly Create with Kathy)

Explore the posssibilities of the Creative Arts Studio. Volunteer Janis Madias will be available to provide instruction and guidance in a variety of techniques & projects. If you are looking for a challenge, an artisitic outlet or just moment of escape; Create with Janis provides an open & encouraging atmosphere for individuals with all levels of experience.

Novi ­
Mondays, 10:00 a.m. - noon
Assarian Cancer Center, Creative Arts Studio (second floor)
$5 suggested donation per session
 

Knittin’ Yarns

Join the Knittin’ Yarns knitting circle and create handmade shawls, hats and scarves for yourself or those in need. Your handiwork will be of comfort, hope and peace. Experts, novices and those who want to learn are all welcome! Join us!

Novi
Wednesdays, 1:00  – 3:00 p.m
Assarian Cancer Center, 2nd floor conference room

 

Food for Life Cooking Classes

This four-week series covers a variety of cancer-related nutrition topics and demonstrates how to prepare meals loaded with antioxidants and phytochemicals, high-fiber and low-fat foods, and healthy dairy alternatives. The series also includes a session on healthy weight maintenance and meal planning. Each class includes a nutrition video followed by a cooking demonstration and sampling of the delicious & healthy food prepared. Classes are open to cancer survivors, friends, family, and those interested in cancer prevention and healthy eating. These classes are sponsored by The Cancer Project.

Novi
Thursdays, 6:30 – 8:30 p.m

8/14/08 -  Fueling Up on Low-Fat Foods & Favoring Fiber
8/21/08 -  Discovering Dairy Alternatives & Replacing Meat
8/28/08 -  Planning Healthy Meals & Antioxidants & Phytochemicals
9/4/08 -  Immune-Boosting Foods & Maintaining a Healthy Weight

Assarian Cancer Center, 2nd floor conference room
$10 per session suggested donation
Please call (248) 465-5455 to register
 

Know before you Go!
Call: (248) 465-4488 for a recording of the latest in class changes. 

Also available at the Assarian Cancer Center:

Patient Support Group
Although family and friends are often very supportive through a cancer journey, patients also find it greatly helpful to have support from individuals who truly know the cancer experience. Our support groups are a place to share the emotional journey of cancer, discuss concerns, share information, and provide peer support. If you are in need of emotional support along your cancer journey, and are interested in the camaraderie and peer support of a support group, please contact oncology social work at (248) 465-5466.

Oncology Social Work Support
Wondering about available resources for yourself or a loved one during a cancer journey? In need of support for yourself or a loved one? Oncology social work services are available in Novi - Assistance is available with: transportation, community resources, emotional support, insurance, medications, and advocacy. Contact (248) 465-5466 for assistance or to schedule an appointment.

 Look Good...Feel Better
Sponsored by American Cancer Society - Look Good... Feel Better is a free program sponsored by the American Cancer Society in partnership with the National Cosmetology Association which helps women who are currently undergoing cancer treatment cope with appearance-related side effects including hair loss and changes in complexion and fingernails. It is offered in a group setting, with products generously donated by major cosmetic companies and is essentially a fun "make-over" session lead by a licensed cosmetologist. Please contact (248) 465-5466 for dates/times and to register for the program.