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is to ensure that all people impacted by cancer are empowered by knowledge, strengthened by action, and sustained by community.
All programs and services are provided free of charge.
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PLEASE NOTE:
Our Westlake location will close for a remodel on Wed. June 26 and re-open Fri. July 5. Please check with your group facilitator for temporary locations.
Special Thanks to the companies who will be assisting with our makeover!
RAM Construction
 
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Check Out Our Picnic Photos!
On June 1, a great crowd of over 350 people helped us celebrate our annual Cancer Survivors Day Picnic. Our first-ever Wings of Hope Butterfly Release was a memorable part of this year's picnic. Click here for photos!
 A Special "Thank You" to these generous donors for making our picnic a success!
City of Thousand Oaks
Conejo Rental Center
Dance 4 Wellness
Ginny McMath
Kiwanis Club of Thousand Oaks
Judi Bumstead Photography
National Charity League (Vista Robles and Conejo Valley  Chapters) Pacific Beverages
Starbucks Coffee (Lindero Canyon Road)
Soroptomist International
The Sun Valley Group
Vitello's Italian Trattoria
Waste Management
Guest Speakers:
Dale Richter, 2013 Celebration of Hope Honoree
Mai Brooks, M.D., Professional Advisory Board Member
Ned Davis, Councilmember, City of Westlake Village
Steve Spector, Chair, CSCVVSB Board of Directors
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Volunteer Profile: Laurie De Jesus
 For Laurie De Jesus and her mother Sandy Miller, giving back is a family affair. Like so many others, Laurie and Sandy have had their lives permanently altered by cancer. The disease that took her father when Laurie was 17, and later took Sandy's best friend, is not strong enough to dampen their altruistic spirit and energetic drive to help the participants of the Cancer Support Community... Click here to read Laurie's full profile.
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*NEW* Support Groups at CSCVVSB
Women's Breast Cancer Support GroupDate & Time: Mondays, 5-6:30pmLocation: CSCVVSB, 530 Hampshire Rd, Westlake Village 91361This group is specifically for women with early stage breast cancer (Stage I and II). The goal of this group is to provide a safe place for women to express their feelings about what they are experiencing; become empowered with knowledge, strengthened by action and sustained by community. Sponsored by Genentech.
Men's Caregiver Support Group Date & Time: 1st & 3rd Wednesdays, 6:30-8pmLocation: CSCVVSB, 530 Hampshire Rd, Westlake Village 91361
Men who support a loved one with cancer face special challenges. They are often unfamiliar with their new role as an active, supportive caregiver. Discover new ways to strengthen and provide both practical and emotional support to your loved one. Orientation/interview are not required.
Please call 805.379.4777 for information on either group.
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Kindred Spirits to Benefit CSCVVSB
Date: Sunday, June 23, 7:30pm
Location: Walt Disney Concert Hall, LA
Tickets: Click here or call 323-319-4TIX (4849)
Proceeds benefit the Cancer Support Community!
This is your chance to experience the annual Kindred Spirits humanitarian aid concert, benefiting CSC this year! This world-class concert brings together celebrities and renowned performers to provide outstanding entertainment. Click here for details.
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Women United in Celebration
Two recent educational events honored and helped Latina cancer survivors and their loved ones. Hosted annually by CSCVVSB's Latino Outreach Program, Mujeres Unidas en Celebracion (Women United in Celebration), was held on April 27 in Northridge and May 18 in Oxnard.
Click here to see photos and learn more about the featured speakers and fun activities!
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CSCVVSB Awarded Non-Profit of the Year
Cancer Support Community Valley/Ventura/Santa Barbara was recently honored as the 2013 Non-Profit of the Year by the Greater Conejo Valley Community Foundation.
Pictured left to right are Adam Weisner of Union Bank as he congratulates CSCVVSB staff: Suzanne Drace, President, Maddy Sattler, VP Special Events & Development, Marty Nason, Co-founder and VP of Programs, Karen Eckhardt, VP Communications & Development, and Steve Spector, CSCVVSB Board Chair.
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Thank You, Orientation Leaders!
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CSCVVSB president Suzanne Drace with Mermaid Tavern general manager
Robert Haupt
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On Thursday, May 30, CSCVVSB held a thank you dinner for the wonderful volunteers who lead our weekly orientation sessions. Special thanks to the Mermaid Tavern for donating the delicious dinner!
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Welcome, Maria Maziejka
 We are excited to introduce the newest member of the CSCVVSB team, Maria Maziejka. Maria will be serving as the morning receptionist beginning mid-June. Maria Maziejka comes to the Cancer Support Community from Northern Virginia where she had an eclectic career as a teacher, event coordinator and retail manager at the Inn at Little Washington. In addition, Maria volunteered her time and talents with the east coast non-profit, Life with Cancer. Very much a people person, she will greet you with a warm smile and sympathetic ear as front desk receptionist. She believes life is a gift to be celebrated each day and has found a niche being part of such a dynamic organization that offers hope and encouragement to everyone who walks through the doors.
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Leaving a Legacy: Nancy McIsaac
Since helping us open our doors more than 20 years ago, Nancy McIsaac has always been a generous and enthusiastic friend to the CSCVVSB. We are grateful to Nancy for sharing her story with us.
Why did you choose to take advantage of the planned giving options offered by CSCVVSB?
I chose to remember CSCVVSB in my will because it has been my primary cancer charity over the past 20 years. I have participated in its growth and observed the healthy environment of the facility and spirit of hope felt by the participants. It is gratifying to me that through my support, participants have the opportunity for programs and activities to guide them through their recovery...
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Volunteer Opportunities at CSCVVSB
Check out the new volunteer opportunities at CSCVVSB! Click here to see an updated list.
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