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Mission
The mission of Wellness House of Annapolis is to support and educate those impacted by cancer, helping them regain health and well-being in a comforting, home-like environment.
Vision
Wellness House of Annapolis provides a safe space for cancer patients and their loved ones to learn, connect, and support each other during treatment and recovery.
Help
Wellness House of Annapolis relies on generous donations to support families in their cancer recovery journey.
Upcoming MEMBER Events
View our upcoming member events for adults and children
- April 14, 2026
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(In-Person) Tai Chi
April 14, 2026 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Tai chi is a practice that involves a series of slow gentle movements and physical postures, a meditative state that joins mind and body, Tai chi originated as an ancient martial art in China. Over the years, it has become more focused on health promotion and rehabilitation.
Facilitated by Joan Harris-Ternovan, Tai Chi Instructor -
(In-Person) Jewelry Making Workshop
April 14, 2026 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Each month, Leigh and her assistants, Pat Ross and Rusty Dodson, lead participants through a new jewelry or craft project. Projects may include necklaces, earrings, bookmarks, mobiles, or driftwood sculptures, typically incorporating beads and wire. Sessions include instruction
in relevant jewelry-making skills, and activities are designed to be suitable for all skill levels.
Facilitated by Leigh Gruber, Wellness House Volunteer -
(Online) Zentangle®, Meditative Art
April 14, 2026 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Meets on the second Tuesday of each month
Zentangle® is a portable art that uses simple strokes to create patterns and beautiful designs. This elegant art form blends meditation with drawing. No drawing experience or expertise is needed.
Basic Materials Needed:
pencil, copier paper or drawing paper, fine tip pen where the ink flows (ballpoint is not recommended), Q-TipAdvanced Materials (if desired):
Pigma Micron pen/black sizes 01 and 05, TortillonFacilitated by Dawn Schulman, CZT (Certified Zentangle® Teacher)
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(In-Person) Grief Therapy Group
April 14, 2026 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm
In this monthly group, we will spend 90 minutes exploring topics of grief and loss. We will cover a range of topics from felt emotions, the journey of grief, anxiety, mindfulness, etc. We will explore through story sharing, witnessing, prompts, and psycho-education. Please join us, in circle, to explore how can you live with grief. * This group is intended for people who have experienced the loss of a loved one.
*This group is intended for people who have experienced the loss of a loved one.
Facilitated by Lisa Eschbach, LCSW-C, CSAT, Mother Hunger Facilitator
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(Online) Living with Cancer Support Group
April 14, 2026 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Meets weekly on Tuesday
This evening support group is for anyone who has been diagnosed with cancer at any point in their cancer experience. Facilitated by a licensed counselor, this group is designed for individuals with cancer to connect with one another by sharing information, challenges, celebrations, and feelings surrounding day-to-day life with cancer.Facilitated by Virginia Barnes Ricketts, MS, LCPC
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- April 15, 2026
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(In-Person) Yoga with Kathleen
April 15, 2026 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Come join Kathleen in a gentle yoga-flow class and discover how soft movement, breath and relaxation can replenish your energy and soothe your soul. Centering breathwork and warm-up stretches will bring you to the present moment, followed by a gentle movement of postures designed to release tension foster flexibility and create a peaceful state of mind. Modification will be offered in a safe and support environment.
Facilitated by Registered Yoga Instructor, Kathleen James
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(Online) Sound Meditation
April 15, 2026 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Meets the second Wednesday of each month
Feel yourself slip into a peaceful, meditative state as the calming sound waves of crystal & Himalayan singing bowls, bells, chimes, and vocal tones surround you.
Facilitated by Stacee Johnson,
Yoga & Sound Meditation Teacher -
(Online) Oncology Yoga Class
April 15, 2026 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Meets weekly on Wednesday
The class is designed to address the specific needs of cancer patients and survivors. The practice helps mitigate side effects, support the immune system, and reach healthcare guidelines for movement. Our goal is to provide an empowering experience to participants.
Facilitated by Stephanie Gaines-Bryant
Registered Yoga Instructor, Owner Radio Yogi Health & Fitness, LLC -
(Online) Healing in Color
April 15, 2026 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
A support group for women of color who are impacted by cancer. This is for any stage of cancer- survivorship, metastatic, newly diagnosed, active treatment. The goal is to empower, educate, and support one another through a safe space where women of color are able to process and express themselves. Please bring a journal and a pen.
Facilitated by Leah Saliter
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WAYS TO GET INVOLVED
Learn more about our Wellness House events, activities, and how you can get involved.
Classes & Activities
From Therapeutic Art to Yoga, Meditation, and more, Wellness House offers a wide variety of classes and activities for support.
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About Us
Free Programs and Services for Cancer Recovery and Healing
Wellness House of Annapolis provides free services and programs to those who have been touched by cancer. From support groups for children, teens, and adults to healthy living services such as yoga, reiki, meditation, and therapeutic art classes, our goal is to help you and your loved ones find the strength and support you need to focus on recovery and healing.
Children & Family
Thriving through life’s challenges by learning and practicing resiliency skills.
Adult
Support Groups, Classes, and Well-being Services
The Wellness House offers over 35 free programs and services to cancer patients and their loved ones from diagnosis to survivorship. Services and classes are offered weekdays and some evenings, Mondays through Thursdays. Through the generosity of our community, all programs are offered free of charge.
How You Can Help Support Us
Learn more about how you can support the Wellness House Of Annapolis
Your contributions help support the Wellness House of Annapolis in providing essential programs and services to individuals and families affected by cancer, all at no cost to them. These include counseling, yoga, nutrition classes, support groups, and more, fostering a compassionate and healing community. You can make a one-time or recurring gift, dedicate your donation in honor or memory of a loved one, and take advantage of workplace giving or matching programs. All donations are tax-deductible and make a direct impact.
Podcast
Wellness Rising is a podcast exploring health & wellness beyond cancer with experts.
Wellness Rising is an original production of Wellness House of Annapolis. Hosted by Executive Director, Mary Jermann, our podcast invites listeners to explore ideas and therapies that support cancer recovery, health, and wellness by conventional medicine. Featuring expert guests from the fields of mental, physical and spiritual wellness, Wellness Rising creates a pathway for learning innovative and effective healing treatments and modalities that might be challenging to learn about anywhere else.
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