We have met new people who have had diverse backgrounds and have found them to be new friends which we can share our experiences with.
Speedy PD Race for Parkinson's Disease: 17th Annual Event
July 11, 2025
Cancer Program
Welcome to the Meadowlark Cancer Program — the newest of our community health programs. It builds off of what we’ve learned from the Meadowlark Parkinson’s Program and the Meadowlark Memory Program. In keeping with our mission, programming is free of charge and open to anyone in the Flint Hills or neighboring communities.
Cancer is difficult, finding resources shouldn’t be. Yet for many in the region, a cancer journey involves navigating multiple medical providers in potentially different cities. That’s why our Cancer Program is committed to giving you easy access to educational programming, reliable resources, and a compassionate cancer community.
A cancer diagnosis isn’t linear, there is no “normal” path. One day you’re a patient; another time a caregiver; and potentially a survivor facing a recurrence, spread, or lingering treatment side effects. Or, perhaps you’re juggling multiple roles at one time. We’ll continue to grow and adjust programming with this reality in mind. To keep up-to-date of Cancer Program offerings, please join our mailing list. To see a list of upcoming opportunities, click here.
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Regular Programming: What to Expect Each Month
The Meadowlark Cancer Program's Leadership Team is continuously planning and developing new program opportunities. Sign up for the mailing list [button above!] and follow us on Facebook to stay in the know!
Understand & Empower: Monthly Cancer Education
Understand & Empower is a monthly education series designed to inform, encourage, and connect adults affected by cancer. Each session explores a new topic—such as treatment side effects, emotional wellness, nutrition, communication, caregiving, self-care, and more. Dates, times, and locations vary.
Turning Point Virtual Learning: Group Watch
Join us monthly to watch a live virtual class from Turning Point, a program of The University of Kansas Health System. These research-based sessions focus on building resilience, managing stress, and supporting emotional well-being during serious illness.
Gather in person, learn together, and leave with tools to care for your whole self. To learn more about Turning Point, click here.
Dates and times vary. Group Watch typically meets in the KSU Classroom at Meadowlark (2121 Meadowlark Road, Manhattan, Kan.).
Her Cancer Collective: A Supportive Space for Women
Her Cancer Collective is a welcoming group for women at any stage of the cancer experience—whether you're newly diagnosed, going through treatment, or navigating life after cancer. It’s a place to connect, share stories, and lift each other up.
This group is all about community, support, and finding strength in one another. We’ll talk honestly, share resources, celebrate wins, and offer encouragement through the ups and downs. You’ll find practical help, emotional support, and real conversations with people who truly get it.
You don’t have to face this alone. Her Cancer Collective is here to walk alongside you.
The first meeting for Her Cancer Collective is set for 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 9, 2025, at the Nature Exploration Center at Sunset Zoo in Manhattan, Kan.
Contact Us!
If you have an educational topic suggestion, a potential resource for the resource library, questions or suggestions, reach out to info@meadowlark.org.