Caregivers Connect

The Caregivers Connect group is meant to nourish the mind, body & spirit; to bring Caregivers together, acknowledge & celebrate their dedication, selflessness, and the hard work that goes into their role. 

Taking place monthly at The 11 Day Power Play Cancer Resource Center, this gathering is an opportunity to connect, receive educational resources and the chance to learn a craft or new skill!

Prepare to be pampered! Books, journals, and self-care items will be provided throughout the year. We will also have teas, cold beverages and healthy snacks from Her Kitchen to enjoy during our gatherings.

For more information, please contact group facilitator Theresa Bonito, at 716-845-1300 ext. 5053 or The 11 Day Power Play Cancer Resource Center at (716)845-8659, Option *1.

Our 2nd year schedule is here!

2026 - 2027 Schedule

September 9^th  Goody Girl Flower Farm: Come and experience the beauty of the colors & fragrance of our local flowers and learn the art of floral arranging. Everyone will leave with a custom-made bouquet to enjoy.  

October 14^th`  Join us for a session of Soothing Skin Care for Caregivers! Come and spend a relaxing hour with the team from Nickel City Skin Spa + Boutique to learn techniques to nourish, protect & pamper your skin.

November 11^th HerKitchen:  Join us for a lunch & learn as they share with us recipes for some calming foods to help us avoid stress & get our holiday prep done with pleasure & enjoyment! 

December 9^th Tis the Season to Eat Cookies! Join the team from Kate’s Cookies Creations for a cookie decorating workshop!

January 13^th We welcome a Reiki Master & Meditation Instructor who will visit to help you find your calm in a busy world. This session will share simple ways to reduce stress, recharge & reconnect with yourself.

February 10^th   Self-Compassion Through Conversation and Practical Exercises with "Roswell Parks own" Megan Sendker, Caregiver and Workforce Clinical Program Coordinator:  Caring for others is deeply meaningful, but it can also be emotionally and physically demanding. Join us to explore simple, practical strategies that help you respond to yourself with the same kindness, compassion, and understanding you so freely offer to others.

March 10^th   KB Percussion Adventures will engage the group for a community Drumming Circle! No experience required. Drumming enhances both physical and mental wellness, come join the fun!

April 14^th   Join Roswell Park’s own Kayla Kio, Registered Dietitian, from the Department of Nutrition and Food Services.

May 12^th   Jackie Albarella from WGRZ Ch 2 will share some tips & tricks on gardening and answer questions you may have such as spring &  fall planting, growing & cutting herbs, overall garden health and so much more! Join us for a chat with a Master Gardener!

June 9^th   Join the Roswell Park Creative Arts team in a hands on activity in the Art Heals Gallery Studio on the 1st floor. Come and explore the healing benefit of visual creativity!

July 14^th  Join Dr. Kate Glaser, Assistant Professor of Oncology, Program Leader – Community Health Center Outreach and Patient Navigation, Department of Cancer Prevention & Control at Roswell Park as she leads this session on balance and reconnecting with yourself. In this session designed to help you balance energy, enhance sleep quality, cultivate awareness, and build sustainable wellness habits, you will discover new tools and insights, guiding you through mind, body, and breath. Through intention setting, breathwork, and reflective practices, you’ll develop a personalized toolkit you can return to. The session will with a grounding check‑in and intention, followed by guided body and breath awareness, reflective closing and journaling activity.