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| News From The Women's Cancer Resource Center February 2012 |
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Greetings!
WCRC's 25th Anniversary Gala on February 6 promises to be a joyous
celebration at Yoshi's Oakland with dining and jazz featuring Linda Tillery
and Nicolas Bearde and friends.
Tickets are selling fast, so if you haven't done so already, please purchase yours today.
If you can't attend, join the celebration by making a donation in honor of
WCRC's 25 Years of Community, Compassion and Change.
See you there!
With gratitude,
Peggy
Peggy McGuire
Executive Director
PS: WCRC's March ebulletin will feature photos and news from the gala. Stay tuned! |
Thanks to Sak's Fifth Avenue and their 2011 Key to the Cure Event! WCRC received a portion of the sales from shoppers who made purchases from October 20th through the 23rd at Sak's Fifth Avenue in San Franciscom resulting in nearly $21,000 that will support programs and services! Thank you Sak's and especially to Konrad Janus who coordinated the event!
For other ways to support WCRC, please click here. |
 Save the date - this year's Swim A Mile for Women with Cancer will be held on October 6 and 7, 2012.
The 2011 Swim raised $380,854 in support of the services provided by WCRC. This compares to about $40,000 in the first Swim A Mile and $290,000 in 2010. Outstanding!
The new Lifesaver Program, which provides support and mentorship to swimmers, was a big reason this year's swim was so successful. If you are interested in being a Lifesaver this year, please read the job description and fill out the application.
One important question for Masters swimmers -- we are considering holding open at least one slot a day solely for you, at the very beginning and/or the very end of the day. If you are interested, send an email to swim@wcrc.org. Thanks! |
The Latino Cancer Collaborative of Contra Costa held a Celebration of Life event for cancer survivors on January 13, 2012. About 40 clients who have been served by organizations of the collaborative attended the event. They enjoyed dinner followed by lottery, raffles, and dancing. |
We offer a wide variety of events to offer you comfort, community and information. Join us for creativity, movement, healthy eating and so much more. For the full description of classes and presenters, please visit WCRC's website. You can see all the events currently scheduled. All classes and workshops are free of charge and you must register to attend.
On-going
In addition to Gentle Yoga on Wednesdays, team-taught by Bonnie Maeda and several other teachers, there is a new yoga class Sundays from 1 -2 pm taught by Sarah Elias.
:: REGISTRATION REQUIRED ::
 Art Therapy Workshop
2nd Thursdays, 6:00 - 8:00 pm
Taught by Merideth Bowen Shamszad, MFT Intern, Supervised by Merry Ross, MFT #37401 at the Living Arts Counseling Center (livingartscenter.org)
:: REGISTRATION REQUIRED ::
Creative Writing
Body Stories: a monthly writing workshop for women (and gender nonconforming folks) dancing with cancer and other health issues. Led by Leah Lakshmi Piepzna-Samarasinha. Come to this supportive space to write your stories of living with cancer or other illness. No experience is necessary. Leah Lakshmi Piepzna-Samarasinha is a queer Sri Lankan writer, performer and teacher living with chronic illness.
4th Sunday of each month from 2-4 pm.
:: REGISTRATION REQUIRED ::
 Opening the Heart - Meditation Classes - Sarah Puyans
Saturdays, 10:30 am - 12 noon
With gentle support, learn tools and practices to open the heart/mind. Beginners welcome.
With Sarah Puyans who has many years of meditation experience in various traditions.
:: REGISTRATION REQUIRED ::
 Chair Yoga
Thursdays :: 5 to 6 pm
with Vicky Griffin
This class offers a gentle sequence with a steady flow, guided relaxation, pranayama breathing practices and meditation.
:: REGISTRATION REQUIRED ::
- NEW CLASSES -
- FEBRUARY -
 Fast & Fresh with Spices
with Meridithe Mendelsohn
Wednesday :: February 1
6-8 pm
Meridithe will prepare whole grain and vegetarian dishes that feature spice combinations from many parts of the world. As a caterer and cancer program administrator, Meridithe has first-hand knowledge of what people need to do in order to eat a healthy diet every day. www.modernlarder.net
:: REGISTRATION REQUIRED ::
 Nutrition Night :: Boosting Your Immune System with Good Nutrition
Thursday :: February 2
6:30 to 8 pm
Join personal chef and nutrition consultant, Sandy Der, to learn about food that boosts your immune system function. Visit her website.
Sponsored by:
:: REGISTRATION REQUIRED ::
 Cooking Club - Fermentation Part I
Wednesday :: February 15
6 - 8 pm
Join personal chef and nutrition consultant, Sandy Der, for a demonstration on pickling vegetables; pickles, sauerkraut & kim chee.
:: REGISTRATION REQUIRED ::
 Why Raw?
Thursday :: February 23
6:30 - 8 pm
Find out about the benefits of "Raw Food Nutrition." Join Brigitte Saviskas, (raw plant-based nutrition educator) for a talk and raw food demo to help you get started with easily incorporating more healthful, raw, living foods into your daily life.
:: REGISTRATION REQUIRED ::
 Cannabis and Health
Wednesday :: February 29
6:30 - 8 pm
Come and learn about the latest science around the use of cannabis to treat disorders such as arthritis, MS and cancer. This seminar will bring the latest research to the consumer in a user-friendly format. With Amanda Reiman, MSW PhD, Director of Research and Patient Services for Berkeley Patients Group.
:: REGISTRATION REQUIRED ::
- MARCH -
Nutrition Night - Pain and Nutrition
Thursday :: March 1
6:30 - 8 pm
Join personal chef and nutrition consultant, Sandy Der, to learn how diet and nutrition can affect pain.
www.BetterWayToWellness.com
:: REGISTRATION REQUIRED ::
Sponsored by:
 Seven Steps to Optimal Health
Tuesday :: March 13
6:30 - 8:00 pm
With Debra Sue Kelvin, LAc
We'll review 7 steps to achieving greater health now + the underlying causes of disease progression.
www.healthychi.com
:: REGISTRATION REQUIRED ::
Becoming a Medical Cannabis Patient
Thursday :: March 15
6:30 - 8 pm
Interested in becoming a medical cannabis patient? Not sure where to start? This seminar will covers the basics of becoming a patient, including the recommendation process, obtaining medicine, and the legal issues every new patient should be aware of.
With Amanda Reiman, MSW PhD, Director of Research and Patient Services for Berkeley Patients Group.
:: REGISTRATION REQUIRED ::
Cooking Club - Fermentation Part II
Wednesday :: March 21
6 - 8 pm
Join personal chef and nutrition consultant, Sandy Der, for a demo on making fermented beverages including natural sodas and kombucha. Using lactofermentation we will make a tonic soda and learn to ferment tea into kombucha. Bring a quart size glass jar so you can bring home a kombucha starter "scoby."
:: REGISTRATION REQUIRED ::
Products and Strains, Methods of Ingestion
Thursday :: March 29
6:30 - 8 pm
Come and learn about the ways in which cannabis can be prepared, the importance of genetics, and the newest ways to ingest cannabis safely. With Amanda Reiman, MSW PhD, Director of Research and Patient Services for Berkeley Patients Group.
:: REGISTRATION REQUIRED ::
Women's Cancer Resource Center - Policy for Participation in Programs
WCRC commits to provide a safe and welcoming environment. To this end, program staff/ facilitators will provide screening, assessment, ground rules and feedback for participants. If necessary, program staff/ facilitators may decide to limit an individual's participation or ask an individual to leave if they feel it is in the best interest of the other program participants. |
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Support Groups
WCRC hosts a bi-monthly group for LGBT women with cancer needs new members. This group is currently ON-HOLD until group participation increases. This is a safe and supportive environment to share your concerns and common experiences with others. The group is facilitated by Cheryl Jones, MS, a therapist who has been working with people with cancer and their loved ones for 25 years. To see if the group might serve your needs, you can call Cheryl at 510-653-7374.
A newly-formed Complementary and Alternative Support group, facilitated by Brigitte Savikas, will be meeting the last Saturday of the month from 1-3 pm at the Women's Cancer Resource Center at 5741 Telegraph Avenue, Oakland, CA 94609. The purpose of this CAM group is to support each other by sharing and exploring complementary and alternative approaches and protocols. Registration is required. Please call Brigitte at 240-305-2415.
Other support groups include:
African American women with cancer
2nd and 4th Wednesdays from 6:30 - 8:00 pm
Women with metastatic cancer
Tuesdays from 5:30 - 7:00 pm
Adults with blood-related cancers and their families, friends & caregivers
1st Mondays from 7:30 -9:00 pm
For more information about the support groups sponsored by WCRC, please call 510.420.7900.
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In the JanRae Community Art Gallery
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Painting by
Shawn Weeden |
The Art of Living Black Satellite Art Exhibition
Reception: Friday, February 17th , 7-9 pm. Entertainment, refreshments. This group show includes: Paula deJoie, Virginia Jourdan, Dana King, Momo, Shawn Weeden, and TheArthur Wright. The show runs through March 22 and may be seen during WCRC's open hours: Monday-Thursday, 2-6 pm. |
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Volunteer Recognition Event
WCRC Volunteers! Join us on Friday, April 20, 2012, 6-9 pm, for a fabulous celebration of the vital role that you play in the work and mission of the Women's Cancer Resource Center!
This year's event will be held at Uptown Body & Fender, 401 26th St, between Broadway and Telegraph Ave. Festivities will include dinner and music, and other fun and community-building activities and celebrations. Please contact eveline@wcrc.org to reserve your spot early and to receive a detailed update closer to the event. |
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Volunteer
Join Our Volunteer Community!
 Help change the course of cancer in your community.
Volunteers play an essential role in WCRC's mission to provide information, resources and emotional and practical support to women at risk for and diagnosed with cancer. Attend the Volunteer Orientation on the first Tuesday of each month to find out more about WCRC, the services volunteers provide and requirements for volunteering. We look forward to seeing you!
Volunteer Orientation and Training Dates
Volunteer Orientations are the first step to getting involved with the WCRC Volunteer Community! Volunteer Orientations take place regularly on the first Tuesday of every month, 6:00-7:00 pm, RSVP required. The next orientation will be held on February 7. Please contact eveline@wcrc.org for more information or visit the volunteering page on our website.
The next Volunteer Training will be held on Saturday, March 3, from 9 am to 5 pm.
To attend the training, you must first complete a
Volunteer Application and attend a Volunteer Orientation. |
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You Are What You Eat
Are we what we eat? Given that our bodies are constantly renewing itself and require fresh building materials, I suppose we are what we eat. Read the entire article. |
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Our Mission
The Women's Cancer Resource Center creates opportunities for women with cancer to improve their quality of life through education, supportive services and practical assistance.
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