Events
NBCR SPEAKER SERIES
Please join the NBCR community for our monthly Speaker Series events as we explore ways to heal and expand our awareness through healthy practices! Sessions are for anyone affected by cancer…newly diagnosed, in treatment and beyond as well as loved ones and caregivers. During the NBCR Speaker Series events, participants who have been affected by cancer are eligible to receive a gift certificate for services such as oncology massage, acupuncture, reiki, guided imagery, manual lymph drainage, health coaching, yoga therapy and nutrition and wellness counseling.
If you were unable to attend our sessions live, some recordings are available at the bottom of this page. The sessions are just a click away!
Who knows more about cancer care than oncology nurses?
Join us to hear what two experienced nurses from the Anna Jaques Cancer Center have learned in their combined 30-plus years of caring for those affected by cancer.
You are invited to bring your questions and share your stories. Come gain valuable insight within a supportive community of cancer survivors and caregivers. We look forward to seeing you there!
*Participants who have been affected by cancer and live in the communities north of Boston are eligible to receive a gift certificate for services such as oncology massage, acupuncture, reiki, guided imagery, manual lymph drainage nutrition education and health coaching.*
Dr. Colleen Yavarow is a Medical Oncologist practicing at Anna Jacques Hospital, affiliated with Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center. She completed medical school at University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine, an internship and residency at Lahey Clinic Medical Center, and a fellowship at Saint Elizabeth’s Medical Center in Boston. She practiced in greater Boston for several years and has relocated to the north shore where she has enjoyed practicing for the last seven years. Dr. Yavarow has an interest in supportive care, symptom management, and enhancing quality of life.
Di Erwin, RN became a nurse 35 years ago after serving 3 years as a Peace Corps volunteer in Liberia West Africa. As a nurse, she has worked in Cardiac Care, Intensive Care and Recovery Room before joining the Oncology team 12 years ago. She is honored to be an oncology nurse and humbled by how much she learns from patients on the cancer journey each day. Di has a grown son and two lovely granddaughters living in the area. She and her golden doodle, Clementine, walk daily and hike on weekends.
Susan Lancaster, RN graduated from the University of Massachusetts Lowell with her Bachelor of Science in Nursing in 1998. She has been an Oncology Certified Nurse for the past 22 years. She has held positions in management and education within oncology and loves working directly in patient care above all. Susan has worked at the Anna Jaques Cancer Center in Newburyport, MA since 2007
In this section you will find recording of our past sessions! Click on them and enjoy the offerings anytime!
From February 27 enjoy the recording of “Emotional Freedom Technique for Cancer Wellness.”
From April 17, 2023 enjoy the video recording of “The Importance of Self-Care: The Role of Acupuncture During and After Treatment”
From February 28, 2023 enjoy the video recording of 7 Easy Steps to Upgrade Your Nutrition with Colleen Lawton.
From August 30, 2023 enjoy the video recording of Writing for Comfort and Joy with Aine Greaney.
From March 22, 2022 enjoy the video recording of Overcoming Cancer Related Fatigue: An Oncologist’s Best Advice with Dr. Colleen Yavarow.
From February 28, 2022 enjoy the video recording of Riding Out the Waves: How an Oncology Social Worker Can Help You Navigate the “New Normal” with Sara Lahaie, LICSW and Erin Goodfellow, LICSW, OSW-C
From October 26, 2021 enjoy the video recording of Heal Your Whole Self with Robin Bavaro, RN, HN-BC, NC-BC
From September 28, 2021 enjoy the video recording of Fighting Cancer in the Kitchen with Colleen Lawton.
From June 21, 2021 enjoy the video recording of Tips for Improving Your Balance with Jennifer Freeman, RYT-200.
From May 25, 2021 enjoy the video recording of Spiritual Approaches to Illness with
Rev. Joel Grossman and Rev. Loretta Mangano.
From April 28, 2021 enjoy the video recording of 3 Powerful Practices for Inner Peace with Dina Crawford, MHA, CLDC.
From February 22, 2021 enjoy the video recording of What You See is What You Get! How to Use Guided Imagery and Visualization for Health and Wellness with Holistic Nurse, Janice Anderson.
June 18, 2020: Enjoy the audio recording of our second NBCR Speaker Series event, "Tools for Mindful Living in Challenging Times".
October 8, 2020: Easy Yoga Home Care Practices for Relief with Carol Gamble (R) with Rose Russo (L) deomonstrating. Missed this session? No problem. Click here to take the class!
October 15, 2020: Finding Ease through Simple Meditation Practices with Arleen Damon. Missed this session? No problem. Click here to take the class!
October 29, 2020: Acupressure for Calm with Maggie Miller from the Dempsey Center in Maine. To see the entire session, please click here. To download the slide show, please click here. Add this wonderful practice to your self healing journey!
November 12, 2020: Get in the Kitchen with Kristen Carlson, November’s offering in coordination with Through it Together, a dynamic group of organizations committed to reaching our cancer community during these pandemic times. Couldn’t come? Click here to view this session now. Be sure to download her wonderful recipes and nutritional information!