Meet the facilitator - Michaela   Michaela graduated from Wilfred Laurier University in 2021 with a degree in Psychology and a specialization in research. During her undergraduate degree, she worked at HopeSpring Cancer Support Centre starting in July of 2020 by creating and facilitating the Chemo Brain workshop and now enjoys volunteering with us in a variety of capacities as she pursues further education.

Chemo Brain: The Impact of Cancer Treatments on Memory, Thinking, and Attention The workshop will provide an understanding of what Chemo Brain is (i.e., regarding verbal or visual memory, problems with attention and concentration, as well as its effects on how one processes information), why cancer patients suffer from memory problems related to chemotherapy, and strategies for managing and improving memory problems during and after cancer treatment. Date: Sunday afternoon Time: 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. Location: Zoom Designed for: Members, caregivers, family members. FALL PROGRAM SCHEDULE Date: Sep 28 Oct 26 Nov 30 Dec 28 REGISTER HERE WINTER PROGRAM SCHEDULE (2026) Date: Jan 25 Feb 22 Mar 29 Apr 26 REGISTER HERE Disclaimer:  If you need to cancel or reschedule your appointment, please give us at least 24 hours’ notice by cancelling through your appointment confirmation email or by emailing us at volunteer@hopespring.ca so we can assist you. We kindly ask for as much notice as possible, as many of our programs have waiting lists. Late cancellations or missed appointments can delay support for other members who are eager to participate.

Want to learn more about what the Chemo Brain Workshop is like?

Check out our video with our facilitator, Michaela: