EVENTS

Event Details

Event Title	The Wellness Exchange
Location	The Friday Center - 100 Friday Center Dr. Chapel Hill NC
Sponsor	UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center
Date	08/15/2026
Event Price

For more information, contact the event administrator: Carly Bailey carly_bailey@med.unc.edu

Session Status	Session	Session Date	Start Time	End Time	Cutoff	Session Price
Registering	Wellness Exchange Registration	08/15/2026			none	$30.00
Registering	The Wellness Exchange: Am Immersive Cancer Symposium- $5	08/15/2026	8:30 AM	4:00 PM	none	$5.00
Registering	The Wellness Exchange: Am Immersive Cancer Symposium- $15	08/15/2026	8:30 AM	4:00 PM	none	$15.00
Registering	The Wellness Exchange: Am Immersive Cancer Symposium- $20	08/15/2026	8:30 AM	4:00 PM	none	$20.00
Registering	The Wellness Exchange: Am Immersive Cancer Symposium- $10	08/15/2026	8:30 AM	4:00 PM	none	$10.00
Unavailable	The Wellness Exchange Registration	08/15/2026	8:30 AM	4:00 PM	none	$0.00
Registering	Chemo Brain- Educational Speaker	08/15/2026	9:00 AM	10:00 AM	none	$0.00
Registering	Writing Workshop with Krista Bremmer	08/15/2026	9:00 AM	10:00 AM	none	$0.00
Registering	Mixed Media Art Workshop	08/15/2026	9:00 AM	10:00 AM	none	$0.00
Registering	Low Impact Exercise Class	08/15/2026	9:00 AM	10:00 AM	none	$0.00
Registering	Singing Bowl Meditation with Amy Jae Ringola	08/15/2026	9:00 AM	10:00 AM	none	$0.00
Registering	Patient Connect- Spend time connecting with other program participants with cancer	08/15/2026	9:00 AM	10:00 AM	none	$0.00
Registering	20 Minute Massage	08/15/2026	9:00 AM	9:20 AM	none	$0.00
Registering	20 Minute Massage	08/15/2026	9:30 AM	9:50 AM	none	$0.00
Registering	20 Minute Massage	08/15/2026	10:30 AM	10:50 AM	none	$0.00
Registering	The Role of Exercise During and After Cancer Treatment- Educational Speaker	08/15/2026	10:30 AM	11:30 AM	none	$0.00
Registering	How Research Shapes Cancer Care- Educational Talk	08/15/2026	10:30 AM	11:30 AM	none	$0.00
Registering	Food Preparation and Nutrition Demo- Ashley Bradshaw	08/15/2026	10:30 AM	11:30 AM	none	$0.00
Registering	Gentle Yoga with Kathy Therber	08/15/2026	10:30 AM	11:30 AM	none	$0.00
Registering	Mindfulness Meditation- Lecture and Practice with Alison Crowley	08/15/2026	10:30 AM	11:30 AM	none	$0.00
Registering	Managing Mental Health- Educational Lecture	08/15/2026	10:30 AM	11:30 AM	none	$0.00
Registering	20 Minute Massage	08/15/2026	11:00 AM	11:50 AM	none	$0.00
Registering	Lunch- Vegan	08/15/2026	12:00 PM	1:00 PM	none	$0.00
Registering	Lunch-Vegetarian	08/15/2026	12:00 PM	1:00 PM	none	$0.00
Registering	Lunch- Gluten Free	08/15/2026	12:00 PM	1:00 PM	none	$0.00
Registering	Lunch- Dairy Free	08/15/2026	12:00 PM	1:00 PM	none	$0.00
Registering	Lunch- Regular Diet	08/15/2026	12:00 PM	1:00 PM	none	$0.00
Registering	Lunch- Other Dietary Restriction	08/15/2026	12:00 PM	1:00 PM	none	$0.00
Registering	Comedy Show with Gladys Friday	08/15/2026	1:00 PM	2:00 PM	none	$0.00
Registering	Food Preparation and Nutrition Demo- Ashley Bradshaw	08/15/2026	1:00 PM	2:00 PM	none	$0.00
Registering	Mixed Media Art Workshop	08/15/2026	1:00 PM	2:00 PM	none	$0.00
Registering	Gentle Yoga with Kathy Therber	08/15/2026	1:00 PM	2:00 PM	none	$0.00
Registering	Reiki- Educational Talk and Demonstration with Michael Tokarz	08/15/2026	1:00 PM	2:00 PM	none	$0.00
Registering	Caregiver Connect- Spend time connecting with other program participants who are caregivers	08/15/2026	1:00 PM	2:00 PM	none	$0.00
Registering	20 Minute Massage	08/15/2026	1:00 PM	1:20 PM	none	$0.00
Registering	20 Minute Massage	08/15/2026	1:30 PM	1:50 PM	none	$0.00
Registering	20 Minute Massage	08/15/2026	2:00 PM	2:20 PM	none	$0.00
Registering	Cancer and Nutrition- Educational Lecture- Ashley Bradshaw	08/15/2026	2:00 PM	3:00 PM	none	$0.00
Registering	Writing Workshop with Krista Bremmer	08/15/2026	2:00 PM	3:00 PM	none	$0.00
Registering	Spiritual Wellness- Educational Lecture with Lisa Williams	08/15/2026	2:00 PM	3:00 PM	none	$0.00
Registering	Low Impact Exercise Class	08/15/2026	2:00 PM	3:00 PM	none	$0.00
Registering	Mindfulness Meditation- Lecture and Practice with Alison Crowley	08/15/2026	2:00 PM	3:00 PM	none	$0.00
Registering	The Role of Physical Therapy to Support Physical Function- Educational Lecture	08/15/2026	2:00 PM	3:00 PM	none	$0.00
Registering	20 Minute Massage	08/15/2026	2:30 PM	2:50 PM	none	$0.00

The Wellness Exchange is an immersive, interactive wellness symposium for people with cancer, their caregivers, and their adult family members. During the Wellness Exchange, participants will have the opportunity to learn from guest speakers, laugh with a comedian, practice wellness through art and writing therapy, move their bodies with yoga and exercise, and rest through meditation, mindfulness, and reiki. During lunch, we will hear from NFL Legend Chris Draft and winningest ACC women's basketball coach Sylvia Hatchell. Participants will chose the sessions they wish to attend during the day. Breakfast and lunch will be served.

IMPORTANT NOTES ABOUT REGISTRATION:

There is a $30 registration fee. However, we don't want cost to be a barrier, so if you can't afford the $30, please select one of the other registration options. If you would like to donate in addition to the $30 registration fee you can do so at: https://go.unc.edu/GRHDonation . If you need help with the cost of the program, please message the event coordinator.
After selecting the registration fee amount, please read further down the page and select which sessions you would like to attend when you register by adding them to your basket
IMPORTANT- please only register for 1 session per hour
Please select which lunch you need- gluten free, dairy free, vegan, vegetarian, or regular lunch. If you have other dietary restrictions not listed, please email the event organizer- carly_bailey@med.unc.edu
If you have questions about registration or sessions please contact the event organizer- carly_bailey@med.unc.edu
On the day of the event, we will give you your schedule when you check in

The Wellness Exchange Schedule

Speakers and Sessions:

Speakers:

Chemobrain Lecture- Dr. Brent Small- Dr. Small is Senior Associate Dean for Research and Professor in the School of Nursing and a Full Member of the Cancer Outcomes Research Program at the UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center. Dr. Small’s research examines Cancer-Related Cognitive Impairment (CRCI), whereby persons diagnosed and treated for cancer often report cognitive problems that were not present prior to the cancer diagnosis.
Exercise During and After Cancer- Dr. Claudio Battaglini- Battaglini’s research focuses on the effects of acute and chronic exercise on physiological, psychological, and physical functioning in cancer patients. He is the founder and Director Emeritus of Get REAL & HEEL Breast Cancer Rehabilitation Program and Co-Director of the Exercise Oncology Research Laboratory. Over the past 19 years, Battaglini has published over 200 journal articles and scientific abstracts and five textbook chapters related to exercise oncology.
Nutrition and Cancer- Ashely Bradshaw Ashely is a registered dietitian in the cancer center and is certified in oncology nutrition.
Spiritual Wellness- Rev. Lisa Williams. Rev. Williams is a hospital chaplain at UNC Cancer Center and an ordained minister.
Research and Cancer- Come and learn about how research is beneficial to both patients and scientists.
Managing Mental Health- Come and learn about the different ways you can care for your mental and emotional health during and after cancer treatment.
The Role of Physical Therapy for Physical Function- Sophia Pelton- Sophia Pelton is physical therapist and lymphedema specialist. Her talk will cover the role of PT during and after treatment
Comedy Show with Gladys Friday- Denise Price Thomas- Gladys Friday is a Healthcare Comedienne. Gladys Friday – Stand Up (while you still can) Healthcare Comedy will keep her audience in “stitches!” She is always “cutting up”…..she works for surgeons! Gladys has been in healthcare over 30 years and she TELLS ALL about the people she has met along the way.

Interactive Workshops

Writing Workshop led by Krista Bremer. Krista is a local author and workshop facilitator. During this workshop Krista will guide you through some prompted writing exercises. No writing experience or equipment necessary.
Multimedia Art Workshop- During this workshop you will tap into your inner artist! No art experience, expertise, or equipment required!
Patient Connect- this is a small group meet and greet for patients to connect and talk.
Caregiver Connect- this is a small group meet and greet for caregivers to connect and talk

Movement

Low Impact Exercise- Join us for a fun workout to get your heart rate elevated and leave you feeling refreshed! No equipment necessary. This will be a low/moderate intensity body weight workout.
Gentle Yoga with Kathy Therber- Join us for a gentle yoga class. Kathy is a yoga therapist, cancer survivor, and expert in cancer and yoga. No experience or equipment required for this class.
Walking Groups- Feeling like you need to move? Join us for a 20 minute walk around the inside of the Friday Center. No registration required!

Healing Touch and Meditation

20 Minute Massage- Sign up for a 20 minute massage. Massages will be performed by licensed massage therapists either on a table or in a massage chair. All massages will be completed fully clothed and in a shared space with our participants receiving a massage.
Singing Bowls With Amy Jae Rignola. Immerse yourself in the healing sounds of singing bowls. This is a unique opportunity to rest and recharge your body. Singing bowls have been used for thousands of years in meditation, rituals, and sound therapy, they produce vibrations that promote deep relaxation, stress reduction, and physical healing.
Mindfulness Meditation with Alison Crowley- this is a hybrid talk and practice offering. During this session you will learn about different types of mindfulness and practice meditation with Alison Crowley. Alison is a yoga therapist and leads classes and meditations for people affected by cancer.
Reiki with Michael Tokarz- Reiki is a Japanese technique for stress reduction, relaxation, and energy healing that promotes balance across the body, mind, and spirit. This session will give you background on Reiki and also teach you how to practice yourself.