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Survivorship Month - Tuesday Events

The 17th annual Survivorship celebrations will take place throughout June. We invite you to attend these free events, whether you were recently diagnosed, are in treatment, have completed treatment, or are a caregiver or friend supporting someone with cancer. 

Survivorship Week is presented by Duke Cancer Institute’s Supportive Care & Survivorship Center.

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Survivorship months events are free to all Duke cancer patients, families, and caregivers. Participate in rejuvenation activities, and learn about services and strategies to help reduce the impact of cancer on your emotional and physical health.

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Tuesday, June 3, 2025

Mindfulness can be a powerful tool to manage the stress that can accompany living with and life after cancer. By focusing on the breath and the present moment, patients and their caregivers will learn to discover the ability to respond rather than react to life’s stressors.

Use this link to register. Registration is required.

Join us at Duke Cancer Center Raleigh for a Survivorship Month Kick-off celebration!

Join us in the Gardens for an evening of community and celebration featuring live music, heavy hors d'oeuvres, and inspiring words from staff and patients. Registration is required. https://duke.is/kick-off

Resource Fair - 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Learn about the support resources we have for patients, families, and caregivers.

Patient Art Display - 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Explore artwork created by individuals with a cancer experience.

Pets at Duke - 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Experience the joy and comfort our therapy dogs bring to everyone they meet.

Salon Services and Make-Up Consultations - 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Receive professional haircuts and makeup guidance tailored to help you feel confident and comfortable. Services include wig styling, dry cuts, head shaves, and makeup/skincare guidance.

Scarf Tying - 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm
This offering is led by our experienced staff who understand the unique needs and concerns of people with cancer. They provide step-by-step guidance on tying scarves in different styles that cater to individual preferences and comfort levels. Whether you're looking for a simple yet elegant knot or a more intricate turban-style wrap, our team will teach you techniques that suit your style and help you feel comfortable and confident.

KidsCAN! Rocks - 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm
Decorate a rock with messages of support and hope to be placed in the KidsCAN! Rock Garden. This meaningful activity fosters creativity and connection while supporting families coping with cancer. 

Tai Chi - 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm
Experience a gentle and flowing movement practice rooted in traditional Chinese medicine. This session promotes balance, relaxation, and overall well-being. Use this link to register. 

Mind-Body Approaches to Coping with Cancer - 5:00 pm to 5:30 pm
Mindfulness can be a powerful tool to manage the stress that can accompany living with and life after cancer. By focusing on the breath and the present moment, patients and their caregivers will learn how to respond rather than react to life’s stressors. Use this link to register.

Join us at Duke Cancer Center Raleigh during our Survivorship Kick-off Celebration for Tai Chi. Experience a gentle and flowing movement practice rooted in traditional Chinese medicine. This session promotes balance, relaxation, and overall well-being. Use this link to register.

Join us at Duke Cancer Center Raleigh during our Survivorship Kick-off Celebration for Mind-Body Approaches to Coping with Cancer. 

Mindfulness can be a powerful tool to manage the stress that can accompany living with and life after cancer. By focusing on the breath and the present moment, patients and their caregivers will learn how to respond rather than react to life’s stressors. Use this link to register.

Tuesday, June 10, 2025

Join us at Duke Women’s Cancer Care Raleigh for an afternoon focused on women’s survivorship. 

Use this link to register. Registration is required.

Resource Fair: 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Learn about the many support resources we have for patients, families and caregivers.

Salon Services and Make-Up Consultations: 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm
Receive professional haircuts and makeup guidance tailored to help you feel confident and comfortable. Services include wig styling, dry cuts, head shaves, and makeup/skincare guidance.

Scarf Tying: 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm
This offering is led by our experienced staff, who understand the unique needs and concerns of people with cancer. They provide step-by-step guidance on how to tie scarves in different styles that cater to individual preferences and comfort levels. Whether you're looking for a simple yet elegant knot or a more intricate turban-style wrap, our team will teach you techniques that suit your style and help you feel comfortable and confident.

Pets at Duke: 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm
Spend time with our therapy dogs, who provide emotional comfort and companionship.

Gentle Yoga: 4:30 pm to 5:15 pm
Join us for a chair yoga class designed for cancer patients and survivors. This gentle movement practice promotes physical and emotional well-being. Use this link to register.  Registration is required. 

Breast/GYN Support Group: 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm
Join us for a special support group session focused on fostering connection and resilience. Dinner will be provided. Use this link to register.

Join us at Duke Women's Cancer Care Raleigh for a chair yoga class designed for cancer patients and survivors. This gentle movement practice promotes physical and emotional well-being. Use this link to register.

Join us Duke Women's Cancer Care Raleigh for a special support group session focused on fostering connection and resilience. Dinner will be provided. An additional registration is required. Use this link to register.

See a slide show from past events.

Tuesday, June 17, 2025

Mindfulness can be a powerful tool to manage the stress that can accompany living with and life after cancer. Through the focus on the breath and the present moment, patients and their caregivers will learn to discover the ability to respond rather than react to life’s stressors.

Use this link to register. Registration is required.

The Parenting with Cancer Meetup will take place at the Duke Cancer Center in Durham. 

The gathering is for individuals with cancer and their caregivers who are parents or guardians of young children and/or teens. At this meetup, attendees will have the opportunity to share parenting ideas while learning about child development and how different ages and stages of development can affect a child’s ability to adjust to the changes that cancer brings to your family.

Through conversation and collaboration with one another, the group will explore ways to support children through the uncertainty of cancer. Participants will gain practical suggestions and encouragement for parenting when there is a cancer diagnosis in the home that can create unique challenges.

Dinner and a parking pass will be provided. 

Use this link for registration. Registration is required

Tuesday, June 24, 2025

Join certified Yoga for Cancer instructor Laura Woodall virtually for gentle yoga, designed specifically for cancer patients and survivors. 

Use this link to register. Registration is required.

Join us for a young adult cancer meetup at the Duke Lifestyle and Weight Management Center. A Pilates and yoga class will be offered. 

You are welcome to bring a friend! Dinner will be provided. 

Use this link to register. Registration is required.

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This page was medically reviewed on 04/07/2025