Wellness Programs

Treating the whole you.

There’s more to you than your cancer, and we don’t want you to forget that. That’s why we provide a variety of wellness programs to address your mind and your spirit, as well as your body.

These classes are free to all Capital Health cancer patients, thanks to a generous contribution by the estate of the Sandra L. Capelli Foundation.

Most of these classes and programs are held at the Capital Health Medical Center in Hopewell and some are offered via Zoom.

For more information on our Wellness Programs or to register, please complete the form below and someone will contact you in a timely manner.

See below for additional class details and descriptions.

Wellness Center Information

Yoga Classes

Capital Health offers yoga classes to those undergoing treatment at our Cancer Center, to give patients a stress-free, relaxed environment where they can wind down and enjoy the company of others.

Yoga has been shown to benefit those undergoing cancer treatment in a number of ways, including:

Less fatigue
Reduced stress and anxiety
Enhanced physical functioning
Improved sleep overall

Tai Chi

Tai Chi is self-paced system of exercise that promotes gentle physical movement and stretching. Originating in China, Tai Chi is used to help one embrace the mind, body, and spirit.

This ancient form of martial art combines deep breathing and relaxed, flowing movements to help the user find inner peace, comfort, and serenity with themselves and their surroundings. When learned correctly and practiced regularly, it is a positive force that can be used to improve your overall health, including:

Reduced stress and anxiety
Enhanced immune system
Improved joint function
Lowered blood pressure
Increased flexibility and balance

Strength & Fitness Classes

You can take charge after this life-changing event and really improve your quality of life! Exercise is your secret weapon during and after cancer treatment. It can help you not only survive, but thrive. Exercise is also an excellent way to reduce depression, anxiety, pain, and discomfort while providing you with the energy to do the things you love. This class focuses on helping you maintain your quality of life by protecting and enhancing your strength, flexibility, and balance.

These classes are held at Capital Health Medical Center – Hopewell (Suite 405) and are available at no charge to Capital Health Cancer Center patients in active treatment or who are within eight months of their last treatment.

Wellness Retreats

Each quarter we hold two-hour retreats that will take the patient through an opening meditation, slow-flow yoga combined with breathing techniques to reduce stress and tension, led by a Capital Health yoga therapist. The patients will also enjoy a healthy cooking demonstration led by a Capital Health Cancer Center registered dietitian and certified specialist in oncology nutrition. The retreat wraps up with a restorative yoga segment to bring complete relaxation to our patients.

To watch our most recent retreat, click here.