$Account.OrganizationName
)
Mid-January 2010
In this issue
  • Coming Up in Jan & Feb
  • TWC Gets a Makeover!
  • Run for Hope with Team Wellness
  • Give Hope & Stay Connected
  • Total Reading Time: 3.5 minutes


    Coming Up in Jan & Feb

    Sign up now for these free events!

    Women's Cancers with Amer Karam, MD
    Thursday, January 21, 6:30-8:30 pm
    TWC V/V, 530 Hampshire Rd., Westlake Village

    Dr. Amer Karam of UCLA will conduct this informative seminar about the different types of gynecological cancers affecting women. Dr. Karam is a gynecologic and surgical oncologist who specializes in the diagnosis and treatment of patients with breast and/or gynecologic cancer. Refreshments will be served. Please RSVP via email or at 805.379.4777.

    "Chemo Brain" with Lorne Label, MD
    Thursday, January 28, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
    Community Memorial Hospital Board Room, 147 N. Brent St., Ventura

    Forgetfulness and mental fog are sometimes experienced by people who have undergone cancer treatment. Although the symptoms are usually temporary, they can be frustrating and debilitating. Dr. Lorne Label will review the causes and manifestations of "chemo brain" symptoms, current medical research, risk factors, and treatment strategies. Dr. Label is the founder of the Brain Longevity Center in Thousand Oaks, which provides an integrative medical approach to memory impairment. Please RSVP by calling 805.652.5459.

    Comedy Night: Laughter IS the Best Medicine!
    Monday, February 8, 7:00 - 8:30 pm

    TWC V/V, 530 Hampshire Rd., Westlake Village

    Laugh the night away as a stand-up comedian entertains you and your friends at TWC V/V. Part of an ongoing series of comedy nights made possible by the funds raised at the Stand Up for Cancer Survivors fundraiser held in 2009. Performer TBA. Please RSVP by Feb. 3 via email or at 805.379.4777.

    Success Over Stress with Ed Rockey, Ph.D.
    Monday, February 15, 6:30 - 8:30 pm

    TWC V/V, 530 Hampshire Rd., Westlake Village

    Having Cancer Can Be Stressful! This seminar offers an eclectic approach to managing stress through discussion, hands-on work, take-home activities, and life-style suggestions. Ed Rockey, a two-time cancer survivor and professor of Applied Behavioral Science at Pepperdine University in Westlake Village, is back by popular demand! Please RSVP by Feb. 10 via email or at 805.379.4777.

    Look Good, Feel Better
    Thursday, February 18, 6:00 - 8:00 pm

    TWC V/V, 530 Hampshire Rd., Westlake Village

    Look Good, Feel Better helps women in active cancer treatment learn techniques to restore their self-image and cope with appearance-related effects. Sponsored by the American Cancer Society. Please RSVP 800.227.2345.

    Breast Cancer Connection: Reconstruction Options with Jay Granzow, MD
    Thursday, February 25, 7:00-8:30pm

    TWC V/V, 530 Hampshire Rd., Westlake Village

    Learn about the different types of breast reconstruction procedures available, as well as the pros and cons of each type. The myths surrounding each procedure, typical recovery times, and insurance coverage will be discussed. Dr. Granzow is the Assistant Professor of Surgery, Division of Plastic Surgery at UCLA David Geffen School of Medicine and Assistant Chief of Plastic Surgery at Harbor UCLA Medical Center. Light dinner will be served. Please RSVP by Feb. 22 via email or at 805.379.4777.

    TWC Gets a Makeover!
    Len Painting

    The Group Rooms in TWC V/V's Westlake Village community are sparkling with new paint and beautiful new flooring, thanks to some hard-working and kind-hearted neighbors!

    Jeff Boyer of J&B Enterprises, Leonard Chapman of "Honey-Do Boys," Brian Keith, and Norm MacDonald of "Honey-Do Boys" and a past TWCV/V participant, donated their time, talents, and tools to paint and re-floor the rooms where our support groups are held. The carpeting in these rooms was torn out and new windows and drywall installed during the repair of the South wall of the building. You can see photos from the project here.

    Flooring 101 generously donated the new flooring, in addition to donating proceeds from a special promotion during October to TWC V/V's breast cancer support programs. You can visit Flooring 101's website at www.floors101.com.

    "We could not have asked for a better organization to align ourselves with...This is an issue that is close to the hearts of many here at Flooring 101," said Flooring 101 General Manager Ian Newton.

    We also want to thank City of Oxnard City Corps for moving the furniture beforehand, and Dave Friedl and Dave Corridori from CR Print for moving it after the improvements were completed.

    Because of the generosity and dedication of Len, Norm, Jeff, Brian, Flooring 101, City Corps, Dave, and Dave we were able to make necessary building repairs without taking money from our programs and reducing the level of service we provide families affected by cancer.

    Our heartfelt appreciation goes out to everyone who believes in our mission and has stepped up to make a difference!

    Pictured: For Leonard Chapman, one half of The Honey-Do Boys, age is just a number. Although he's in his 80s, he can frequently be seen at TWC V/V and other local organizations doing any and all odd jobs with a smile on his face.

    Run for Hope with Team Wellness
    LA Marathon Runner

    Join Team Wellness to run or walk in the LA Marathon 5K while raising money for TWC V/V!

    Participate in honor of someone you know who has been touched by cancer, to celebrate your survivorship, or just to show your support, all while meeting new people and making a difference in the lives of people affected by cancer.

    Details and registration will be available soon at www.TwcVv.org, or call Maddy Sattler at 805.379.4777 for info.

    Give Hope & Stay Connected
    Kids Circle makes a difference in the lives of children affected by cancer.

    Text a $5.00 donation. Text the word COMMUNITY to the phone number 90999 to donate $5 and give hope to a child affected by cancer!. Full terms and conditions at www.mgive.com/a.

    Find us on Facebook

    Follow us on Twitter

    We promise to never sell, rent, trade or share your e-mail with any other organization.

    Quick Links...