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Breast Cancer Awareness Campaign
Cancer Support Community VVSB is pleased to partner with Brighton® Collectibles Westlake for National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. During the month of October, Brighton will be donating $10 from each sale of a special edition pink bracelet. Come visit us at the Westlake Village Brighton store, 180 Promenade Way, Thousand Oaks 91362, on Sunday October 15 and Saturday October 21 from 11am-1pm. More details coming soon!
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Celebration of Hope Garden Party
Our 2023 Celebration of Hope raised more money than last year and we thank all of our guests for their support and attendance! Our 2023 event sponsors included:
- Presenting Sponsor – Amgen
- Gold Sponsor – Bill & Joanne Miller Charitable Foundation
- Oncology Heroes Sponsor – UCLA Health
- Silver Sponsors – Cassar Family Foundation and Seagen
- Bronze Sponsors – A2 Biotherapeutics, Los Robles Medical Center & Montecito Bank & Trust
- Bid Paddle Sponsor – Radiation Oncology Centers of Ventura County
- Table Signage Sponsor – Port of Hueneme
- Table Sponsors – The Ballmann Family, Jason & Kecia Altman, Dr. Michael Shoar, Dr. Deane Wolcott, Lisa & Donald Waldrep, M.D., the Roschke Family, Bill & Terry Schmidt, Hoss Financial, Glen Rose & John Cofiell and Dignity Health St. John’s Hospital
THANK YOU to those that attended the SOLD OUT Celebration of Hope Garden Party! Click here to view photos from the event.
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We've Moved! - Amazon Wish List
Many have asked, “how can I help?” We appreciate your offers! We’ve created an Amazon Wish List for assorted items that will be used for the new office. We are very thankful for the surprise deliveries we’ve received! Our new address is 4195 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd., Suite 107, Westlake Village. Thank you!
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Newcomer's Welcome Orientation
Mondays at 12:00 PM (or by appointment)
Online (via Zoom)
Are you or is someone you know impacted by cancer? You are not alone. We are here to support you! Please come to our Orientation and meet Maddie, our Program Coordinator. She will walk you through our different programs like support groups, counseling, and mind/body classes. Remember these are at no cost!
Click here to get started or email our Program Team.
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In-Person Workshop: Under the Sea Crafting with Melisa Castanon, MSW
Monday, October 9, 12:00 - 1:00 PM
CSCVVSB office: 4195 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd, #107, WLV 91362
Let’s paper-craft! Come join us to craft and enjoy the company of other people impacted by cancer. This is the time for community building while using your creativity to make something for yourself, your friend, kids, or grandkids! Download the flyer for more information.
Click here to register to attend.
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Online Workshop: Latest Advancements in Breast Cancer Treatment with Nikita Shah, MD
Thursday, October 12, 12:00 - 1:00 PM
Online (via Zoom)
Join us for an informative and empowering workshop dedicated to the latest advancements in breast cancer treatment. Topics will include early detection and diagnosis, personalized treatment approach, and surgical innovation. Download the flyer for more information.
Click here to register to attend.
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Online Workshop: California End of Life Options Act with Lanyard K. Dial, MD
Tuesday, October 24, 12:00 - 1:00 PM
Online (via Zoom)
In this workshop we will review the California End of Life Option Act (EOLA) that went into effect in June 2016. We will review the newest report, discuss the EOLA process, and answer questions regarding all end-of-life care issues. If you have any questions you want Dr. Dial to cover, please send us an email.
Download the flyer for more information.
Click here to register to attend.
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NEW In-Person Support Group Starting in October!
Life after Cancer: Survivorship Support Group (all cancer types) with Brenda Birdwell, MSW
2nd & 4th Mondays, 10:00 - 11:30 AM (first meeting 10/9)
CSCVVSB office (4195 E. Thousand Oaks Blvd., #107, WLV)
The need for emotional support doesn’t stop when treatment ends. Active treatment is over, but it does not mark the end of your cancer journey. Instead, you're about to embark on another leg of the trip; all about adjusting to life as a cancer survivor. This in-person twice-a-month support group is for mutual support for people who are post treatment (any types of cancer).
Download the flyer for more information.
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Breast Cancer Support Groups
Be with individuals who understand what you are going through. Join us to find support with those who have had a breast cancer diagnosis.
Download the flyer to see the different support groups for breast cancer we offer. These groups are facilitated by Marty Nason, RN, MN, Jody Tompkins, MA, LMFT, and Diane Martell, LMFT.
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All Cancer Support Groups
Although we don’t have a liver cancer specific group, we have all cancer groups for people with cancer only. Each type of cancer has its unique treatment challenges, but common to all are the hopes and fears and the need to share with others undergoing the same life-changing experience.
Download the flyer to see the time and dates of our weekly all cancer support groups. Groups are facilitated by Marty, RN, MN, Joyce Boucher, MSW, LCSW, LMFT, Anne Gessert, MS, LMFT.
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November:
Evening of Remembrance - Thursday, November 11th
December:
Holiday Open House - Friday, December 8th
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CSCVVSB operates Monday through Thursday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. | | | | |
