A Morning of Exercise, Education & Wellness
Sunday, October 27
10am-1pm
Staenberg Family Complex, Creve Coeur
This free day of exercise and wellness is dedicated to educating the community on the different types of hereditary cancers, and ways to mitigate one’s risk while helping everyone commit to being the healthiest version of themselves, with or without a cancer diagnosis!
Guests can participate in several specialty classes like Restorative and Roll, Tai Chi, Yoga for Cancer, Strength Over Cancer, and a Zumba-thon. In addition to learning more about the Hamsa Wellness Community education and support resources available, community partners will be on hand to share information about hereditary cancer risks, cancer rehabilitation, resources for financial support, genetic testing and counseling, and more. Attendees will be able to enjoy a complimentary massage and snacks while they enjoy a health-focused morning with The Hamsa Wellness Community.
Beyond Pink is open to members and non-members alike.
Visit with the following organizations:
- The J’s Hamsa Wellness Community
- Beautycounter
- Cancer Support Community
- Missouri Baptist Breast HealthCare Center
- Pink Ribbon Good
- ReVital (Cancer Rehabilitation)
- Siteman Cancer Center
- SSM Health
- Arts as Healing
- St. Louis Ovarian Cancer Awareness – SLOCA
Register for Free Below!
Did you know?
Hereditary cancer is a concern, especially for women and men of Ashkenazi Jewish ancestry.
- 1 in 40 women and men of Ashkenazi Jewish heritage carries a BRCA gene mutation; 10 times greater than the general population.
- Carrying a BRCA gene mutation significantly increases one’s risk of developing a hereditary cancer (including breast, ovarian, pancreatic, and prostate) and there is a 50% chance of being passed to the next generation.
- Individuals who carry a BRCA mutation have the opportunity to make choices that can help save a life.
- In addition to BRCA gene mutations, there are numerous other mutations linked to hereditary cancers such as ATM, CHEK2, TP53, PALB2, and Lynch Syndrome
Supports
Enterprise Holdings Foundation
Lester Family
Merle Fox & Jeff Bikshorn
Palan Family
Isaacs Family
Kaminer Family
The Sidney & Bobby Guller Family Foundation
Robert and Grace Brod Family Foundation: Jessica & Andy Millner
Jennifer and Danny Soshnik
Rhonda and Andy Oberman
Jennifer & Danny Soshnik
Michelle & Donn Luxx
Zumba/High Low: A fusion of Latin and pop music, featuring aerobic interval training with fast and slow rhythms for a fun workout.
Restorative and Roll: Designed to release tension and pain by unwinding fascia and connective tissues through gentle movements.
Yoga for Cancer: A gentle, restorative yoga methodology tailored to meet the needs of cancer patients and survivors.
The Hamsa Wellness Community (formerly known as Sharsharet Supports STL) is a cancer community program at the J and a community partner of the national nonprofit Sharsheret organization. The Hamsa Wellness Community educates individuals regarding hereditary cancer risks, especially women and men of Ashkenazi Jewish ancestry, who have an increased risk of carrying a hereditary cancer gene mutation. The Hamsa Wellness Community also supports those facing a cancer diagnosis – especially those with breast and ovarian cancer – anywhere along their journey.
In partnership with the J’s Fitness team, the Hamsa Wellness Community offers programs like Yoga for Cancer, Strength Over Cancer, and Oncology Massage led by oncology-trained instructors and therapists. The Hamsa Wellness Community welcomes the full spectrum of diversity and supports all who reach out. These programs are available to J members and the public.
The Hamsa Wellness Community is founded on five pillars: Connection, Hope, Educations, Strength, and Support. These pillars focus on the care of the whole person and provide those dealing with cancer diagnosis a community during what is often an extremely challenging time.
Contact
Debbi Braunstein, Hamsa Wellness Community Director
314.442.3266