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OAKVILLE BEAVER Friday, October 9, 2009 · 10 Cancer coaches assist on road to healing By Angela Blackburn OAKVILLE BEAVER STAFF You've been diagnosed with cancer or you've had your surgery or treatment ­­ now what? Where do you go, to whom do you turn for guidance and more? For those who may be new or going through a diagnosis of cancer, there are some new faces on the horizon: cancer coaches. Organizing them is the not-forprofit National Association of Professional Cancer Coaches (NAPCC). Through both, a new program is set to begin in Oakville next week. A Community Cancer Coaching Program will run a six-week, weekly workshop at Knox Presbyterian Church located at 89 Dunn St. The program will run Wednesdays from 13:30 p.m. from Oct. 14 to Nov. 18. Eight to 10 participants can be accommodated. "I got involved because a very dear client of mine had cancer and of course, my mom, who I lost three years ago," said long-time Oakville resident Denise McCoubrey. She is a holistic nutritionist who has operated her own service, Optimal Health, from her home office for the last decade. "It's all about balance," said McCoubrey of both health and healing. Often, cancer patients feel overwhelmed, shocked and unsure of where to turn. Some may deal with it intellectually, others experience raw emotion. Whatever the approach and treatment, it is an individual process and one in which individuals don't need to feel as though they are without power. McCoubrey believes in mind, body and spirit in balance to achieve best possible results, be it day-to-day health or progress on the road to healing. Denise McCoubrey "There always is more than one way to look at things," said McCoubrey, noting people can be empowered with basic information. The six-week program involves providing just that. According to McCoubrey, it will examine various aspects of health each week, including nutrition, supplements, relaxation, exercise, the environmental connection and lifestyle. Each session offers basic steps people can take towards improvement. The program is offered through NAPCC, which directs those interested to certified cancer coaches in their region. "There are things you can do to help yourself," said McCoubrey, adding, "You can take control." While cancer may seem overwhelming, there are many who go into remission, many who achieve cancer-free status and many ways to work against the disease. The NAPCC is a registered Canadian non-profit association. "Our coaches are trained health care practitioners -- registered nutritionists, registered nurses, naturopaths, psychologists, medical doctors -- with an interest in supporting the cancer patient. We offer free Six-Step community programs or private oneon-one guidance in a welcoming and compassionate setting," explained founder and CEO Jeannette Marshall. The Six-Step Community Program does charge a nominal fee to cover materials and binder workbook. It aims to teach and inspire cancer patients to replace fear with dignity, empowerment and healing from cancer, according to Marshall. The first week of the program will look at self-risk assessment and natural strategies for boosting resistance to cancer or setting the groundwork for repair. Week two will deal with understanding cancer and knowing medically-based treatment options. The third week will look at environmental links to cancer and building the immune system through personal environment. The role of food and nutrients will be the focus of the fourth week, followed by nutrition and the side effects of medical treatments, stress reduction and the mind/body role in health and healing. For more information, visit www.napcc.ca or call 905-844-5275. The Regional Oakville Municipality of Halton ROAD CLOSURE www.halton.ca Thanksgiving Residential Waste Collection Notice Please Note Collection Day Changes Mon Oct. 12 Thanksgiving Due to the Thanksgiving holiday, household waste collection services the week of October 12 will take place the day after your regular collection day. Please place your waste at the curb by 7 a.m. on your scheduled holiday collection day. Please check your 2009 Waste Management Guide and Collection Calendar for your collection area details, or visit www.halton.ca/waste to use our "Search by Address" tool. South side of Upper Middle Road (Regional Road 38), at Postmaster Drive, Town of Oakville Tues 13 Wed 14 Thurs 15 Fri 16 Sat 17 LE UPPER MIDD ROAD CLOSED . RD (REG. RD 38) Collection moves Collection moves REEVES GATE ST M A STER DR HER DETOUR ROUTE Halton Waste Management Site will be closed Monday, October 12, 2009 Regular Operating Hours Open Monday to Saturday South side of Upper Middle Road at Postmaster Drive will be closed to for road construction activity Scheduled Start Date: Scheduled Completion Date: Contract Number: Construction Supervisor: Monday, October 19, 2009 Friday, October 23, 2009 R-2229B Jennifer Trimble, Ext. 7690 091109 Please check your 2009 Waste Management Guide and Collection Calendar or visit us online at www.halton.ca/waste for more information. PO ITAGE WAY THIRD LINE