June E-News 
 
 
The mission of CSCVVSB  

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.
Wednesday, June 18
6:00pm
The Oaks
 
Join this movement at The Oaks mall with rock star aerobic instructors and live DJ music where participants enjoy an irresistible hour of fat blasting, cardio-thumping exercise while dancing to their favorite tunes.  This friendly flash-mob is guaranteed to make you feel fantastic emotionally and physically while raising dollars and awareness for Cancer Support Community VVSB!

Tickets are available at the door or in advance by clicking here. 

Those who purchase tickets in advance receive a free gift at arrival!
  

Survivor Profile: Doug Casterline 

 

Photo by Ginny Rickey
In honor of Men's Cancer Awareness Month, we would like to thank Doug for sharing his story.

With a three-week-old baby boy at home, cancer was the last thing on Doug Casterline's mind when he was diagnosed with Stage IV thymus cancer in 2006.

"Having a new born son added fuel to my fire as I struggled with the thought that I wouldn't have the opportunity to be a father for very long," recalls Doug. "I was in a real tailspin and [my wife] Roslynn was amazing at holding our family together."

Click here to read Doug's story.
 
National Cancer Survivor's Day Picnic: Photos!       
Click here to see photos from our National Cancer Survivor's Day Picnic held at CscVvsb on May 31st.

A special "Thank You" to these
generous donors for making our picnic a success:

Ann Hohimer 
City of Thousand Oaks 
Conejo Rental Center 
Dance 4 Wellness 
Kellogg Garden Products 
Kiwanis Club of Thousand Oaks
Jerry's Tribute Band 
Judi Bumstead Photography
Moonlight Orchestra (donated by Ed Nani) 
National Charity League (Vista Robles and Conejo Valley Chapters) 
Pacific Beverages 
Starbucks Coffee (Lindero Canyon Road and Westlake Blvd.) 
Soroptimist International 
The Sun Valley Group 
Vitello's Italian Trattoria 
Waste Management

Our thanks also to the Guest Speakers who shared their stories of hope: 
Art Connolly, CscVvsb Alumnus/Speakers Bureau 
Melissa J. Cohen, MD, UCLA Oncologist 
Lisa Allison, CscVvsb Board of Directors Chair  
Volunteer Spotlight: Marilyn Way

For sixteen years, Marilyn Way's cheerful spirit and friendly nature have helped CscVvsb in countless ways. As Volunteer Coordinator for five years, Marilyn worked hard to build a dedicated volunteer corps that provided thousands of hours' worth of help with events, front desk staffing, and office work. After her retirement in 2011, Marilyn continued to give back to CscVvsb, scheduling the front desk volunteers, interviewing potential volunteers, and doing front desk reception shifts herself.  

 

Click here to read more. 

 
Have Cancer, Will Travel: Tips for Vacationers During or After Treatment       
 
You may have finished your cancer treatment but still feel more fatigued or vulnerable than usual, or you may be currently on active treatment. Either way, dreaming about and planning a trip-and then experiencing new places and people-can be an effective prescription.

 Click here for ten tips to keep in mind when planning travel during or after cancer treatment, from Cancer Today Magazine. 
  
Leaving a Legacy: David Wank
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In honor of Father's Day we are sharing the story of David Wank and his family, who became active CscVvsb supporters after seeing how much the program helped David's father.

It was a simple and heartfelt letter from his father that motivated David Wank to become a supporter of the Cancer Support Community Valley/Ventura/Santa Barbara. David's father, Melvin, attended a CSCVVSB support group after being diagnosed with bladder cancer in 1998. Two years after his diagnosis, Melvin wrote a note of appreciation to his support group. Unfortunately, he was not able to send it, and David found the letter while cleaning out his father's desk after his passing.

Click here to continue reading.
Speakers Bureau: Helping to Spread the Word
  
Are you a CscVvsb participant looking for a meaningful way to give back? Whether you're a survivor or a family member, you're invited to join our Speakers Bureau!

Community Outreach is so important for CscVvsb - because if people don't know we're here, they can't get the help they need. 

 

Speakers Bureau members share their stories with community groups and local companies to get the word out about what CscVvsb has to offer. The group currently meets twice a month. 

 

Want to learn more? Want the Speakers Bureau to visit your organization? Please contact Suzanne Drace at 805.371.0417 or via email.  

 
Volunteer Opportunities at CscVvsb

Interested in giving back to the Cancer Support Community Valley/Ventura/Santa Barbara? There are many ways to make a difference.
 
Click here to view current volunteer opportunities! 
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