An inspiring outdoor wellness experience where movement, caregiving, cancer prevention, and integrative medicine come together through education, connection, and community. A blend of science + self-care in a refreshing, non-clinical outdoor setting.
Guests will enjoy guided movement, wellness education, integrative therapy demonstrations, refreshments, community connection, mini wellness experiences, gift bags, and optional picnic lunching following the event. Attendees are encouraged to bring a packed lunch for the community picnic at the close of the program.
Run of Show
9:00 AM | Arrival + Check-In
Stoney Creek Metro-Park || Ridgewood Shelter G, Washington, MI 48094
9:10 AM | Welcome + Grounding
Kristin Bednarowski, Henry Ford Health Cancer + Melissa Coulier, Founder of Recess Club
Opening remarks on the power of nature, movement, prevention, and community care.
9:25 AM | Guided Nature Walk + Gentle Movement
Led by Kristin Bednarowski + Melissa Coulier
A restorative group walk designed to encourage movement, nervous system regulation, conversation, and connection in nature.
10:15 AM | Reset + Refreshments
Healthy snacks and beverages available. Courtesy of Open Water.
Guests can explore integrative wellness stations.
10:25 AM | Cancer Prevention & Early Detection
Carmen Stokes, PhD, FNP-BC, CNE, LIONS
Henry Ford Health
A powerful conversation around prevention, screening, survivorship, advocacy, and the importance of patient navigation and community support.
10:45 AM | Integrative Therapies in Cancer Care
Andrea Matsumoto, NP
Henry Ford Health Radiation Oncology
Discussion on eastern and western medicine working together, integrative therapies, and supportive care options available for patients and caregivers.
11:00 AM | Caregiving, Resilience & Whole-Person Healing
Melissa Coulier
A personal and empowering talk on caregiving for her husband, Dave Coulier, during his fight with cancer. How they navigated hard seasons, holistic healing practices, and the importance of supporting both patients and caregivers through community, movement, and nature.
11:20 AM | Henry Ford’s Integrative Medicine Team
Massage Therapy + Nervous System Support
Kathryn “Kati” Glad, LMT, BCTMB, MBA
Henry Ford Center for Integrative Medicine
Discussion on therapeutic touch, stress reduction, lymphatic support, and restorative care.
Mini chair massage experiences available for guests.
Acupuncture Demonstration + Education
Zeyiad “Z” Elias, DAOM, LAc
Henry Ford Health
Live acupuncture demonstration featuring electrostimulation, education on oncology acupuncture, and interactive show-and-tell of acupuncture tools and techniques.
11:35 AM | Community Q&A + Connection
12:00 PM | Event Concludes
Guests receive gift bags and explore wellness booths.
Scroll images to learn more about our speakers!
Please RSVP so we know you're coming. Meet up address and all event details will be sent a few days in advance.
An inspiring outdoor wellness experience where movement, caregiving, cancer prevention, and integrative medicine come together through education, connection, and community. A blend of science + self-care in a refreshing, non-clinical outdoor setting.
Guests will enjoy guided movement, wellness education, integrative therapy demonstrations, refreshments, community connection, mini wellness experiences, gift bags, and optional picnic lunching following the event. Attendees are encouraged to bring a packed lunch for the community picnic at the close of the program.
Run of Show
9:00 AM | Arrival + Check-In
Stoney Creek Metro-Park || Ridgewood Shelter G, Washington, MI 48094
9:10 AM | Welcome + Grounding
Kristin Bednarowski, Henry Ford Health Cancer + Melissa Coulier, Founder of Recess Club
Opening remarks on the power of nature, movement, prevention, and community care.
9:25 AM | Guided Nature Walk + Gentle Movement
Led by Kristin Bednarowski + Melissa Coulier
A restorative group walk designed to encourage movement, nervous system regulation, conversation, and connection in nature.
10:15 AM | Reset + Refreshments
Healthy snacks and beverages available. Courtesy of Open Water.
Guests can explore integrative wellness stations.
10:25 AM | Cancer Prevention & Early Detection
Carmen Stokes, PhD, FNP-BC, CNE, LIONS
Henry Ford Health
A powerful conversation around prevention, screening, survivorship, advocacy, and the importance of patient navigation and community support.
10:45 AM | Integrative Therapies in Cancer Care
Andrea Matsumoto, NP
Henry Ford Health Radiation Oncology
Discussion on eastern and western medicine working together, integrative therapies, and supportive care options available for patients and caregivers.
11:00 AM | Caregiving, Resilience & Whole-Person Healing
Melissa Coulier
A personal and empowering talk on caregiving for her husband, Dave Coulier, during his fight with cancer. How they navigated hard seasons, holistic healing practices, and the importance of supporting both patients and caregivers through community, movement, and nature.
11:20 AM | Henry Ford’s Integrative Medicine Team
Massage Therapy + Nervous System Support
Kathryn “Kati” Glad, LMT, BCTMB, MBA
Henry Ford Center for Integrative Medicine
Discussion on therapeutic touch, stress reduction, lymphatic support, and restorative care.
Mini chair massage experiences available for guests.
Acupuncture Demonstration + Education
Zeyiad “Z” Elias, DAOM, LAc
Henry Ford Health
Live acupuncture demonstration featuring electrostimulation, education on oncology acupuncture, and interactive show-and-tell of acupuncture tools and techniques.
11:35 AM | Community Q&A + Connection
12:00 PM | Event Concludes
Guests receive gift bags and explore wellness booths.
Scroll images to learn more about our speakers!
Please RSVP so we know you're coming. Meet up address and all event details will be sent a few days in advance.
