Encore
YWCA Encore is a gentle exercise programme for women who have
had breast cancer.
Attending for two hours weekly, for eight weeks,
participants participate in specifically designed hydrotherapy
and land-based exercises with healthy lifestyle information,
relaxation and peer support.
We aim to help you:
- improve mobility and flexibility in your arms and
shoulders
- relieve any discomfort you may be experiencing as a result of
surgery
- reduce the risk of lymphoedema and manage the symptoms of
existing lymphoedema
- laugh, relax and have fun
Participants are eligible to attend from eight weeks post
surgery. YWCA Encore benefits participants regardless of whether
they attend eight weeks or 30 years post surgery.
Click here to
see the Encore Brochure.
We work with many other organisations in the breast cancer
space, here are some useful website links:
www.nzbcf.org.nz
New Zealand Breast Cancer Foundation
www.breastcancernetwork.org.nz
www.breastcancer.org.nz
Breast Cancer Aotearoa Coalition
www.lymphoedema.org.nz
www.breastcancersupport.co.nz