CANCER SUPPORT PROGRAMS IN MARCH & APRIL 2020
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Cancer Support Community offers professional programs of support and education
at no cost to participants
, thanks to the generosity of our donors.
We offer
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upport groups, educational workshops, mind/body healthy lifestyle classes, and social programs
for adults, children and family members affected by cancer. You can find all of these programs on our
online calendar
or
printable calendars.
We also offer
special events and educational workshops each month
. Read more below, and
reserve your spot online
or call 805.379.4777.
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Scholarship Awards
1st Place: $1000, (One in each category)
2nd Place: $500, (Two in each category)
3rd Place: $250, (Three in each category)
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COLON CANCER PREVENTION AND SCREENING UPDATE
with Dr. Rimma Shaposhnikov and Natalie Manitus, RDN
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Tuesday, March 3, 5:30 pm -7:00 pm
CSCVVSB, 530 Hampshire Road, Westlake Village
Please join us for an informative workshop by Rimma Shaposhnikov, gastroenterologist, and Natalie Manitius, GI Dietitian, to learn about the latest information such as screening modalities, how often you should be screened, treatment options, and dietary tips to prevent colorectal cancer.
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QIGONG FOR PEOPLE LIVING WITH CANCER
with John Slicker
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Tuesdays, March 3, 10, 17, & 24, 11:30 am -12:30 pm
CSCVVSB, 530 Hampshire Road, Westlake Village
Class participants must receive medical clearance from their doctors prior to the onset of the class.
This 4-week Qigong workshop is designed for people who are living with cancer. This class will introduce “Cleansing Qi Gong,” which may boost the immune system and may support the body’s innate healing abilities. Using a combination of slow movements, breathing, focused intention and some visualization we will learn how to connect and move with the Qi. Just wear loose comfortable clothing and come with an open mind.
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COMEDY NIGHT, LOVE & LAUGHTER
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Monday, April 13, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
CSCVVSB, 530 Hampshire Road, Westlake Village
Laugh the night away as stand-up comedians entertain you and your friends. The fabulous Comedian with a big heart, Jason Love, brings many amazing professional comedians every month. This month's line up includes comedians Adam Yenser, Matt Kirshen, and Jason Love.
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INTERMITTENT FASTING AND CHEMO
with Dr. Bahareh Bahadini
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Thursday, April 16, 12:00 pm -1:30 pm
CSCVVSB, 530 Hampshire Road, Westlake Village
Fasting may help with cancer treatment. There is a growing body of evidence supporting the role of fasting in both cancer treatment and prevention. Some research suggests that fasting helps fight cancer by lowering insulin resistance and levels of inflammation. Please join us and our speaker, Dr. Bahadini, to learn more about potential role and mechanism of fasting and cancer and cancer treatment.
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DISCOVERING YOUR POWER IN CHALLENGING TIMES -
A MIND MAPPING WORKSHOP
with Joana Breckner & Janet Solie
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Wednesday, April 29, 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
CSCVVSB, 530 Hampshire Road, Westlake Village
In this hands-on workshop, participants are introduced to Mind Mapping, a problem solving tool used for centuries by writers, scientists, educators and psychologists. Through creative brain storming, each person will build an individualized “game plan” and will take home their personalized mind map as a valuable resource and reminder of the power each of us possesses to help manage the chaos of cancer and overcome everyday obstacles.
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