Understanding Clinical Trials: A Guide for Patients & Caregivers Date: Wednesday, May 22, 2024Time: 12:00 - 1:00 pmLocation: ONLINE (Zoom)RSVP: Form below Workshop Description: Learning about cancer clinical trials is important for making good decisions about treatment. These trials help doctors find better ways to treat cancer. In this workshop learn about what trials […]
Caring for Someone with Cancer: Caregiver & Compassion Fatigue Date: Tuesday, June 18, 2024Time: 12:00 - 1:00 pmLocation: ONLINE (Zoom)RSVP: Form below Workshop Description: When a person is diagnosed with a serious illness like cancer, their friends and family often become primary caregivers. These informal or familial caregivers usually lack preparation for the significant […]
2 Part Alexander Technique: Physical Stress Relief for People Impacted by Cancer Date: Tuesday, July 2nd & July 9th, 2024Time: 12:00 - 1:00 pmLocation: CSCVVSB Office: 4195 E Thousand Oaks Blvd., #107, WLVRSVP: Form below Workshop Description: The Alexander Technique educational approach is used in daily movement and functions and can help relieve physical […]
2 Part Alexander Technique: Physical Stress Relief for People Impacted by Cancer Date: Tuesday, July 2nd & July 9th, 2024Time: 12:00 - 1:00 pmLocation: CSCVVSB Office: 4195 E Thousand Oaks Blvd., #107, WLVRSVP: Form below Workshop Description: The Alexander Technique educational approach is used in daily movement and functions and can help relieve physical […]
How to Manage Chemobrain: Strategies for Cognitive Wellness Date: Thursday, July 11th, 2024Time: 12:00 - 1:00 pmLocation: ONLINE (Zoom)RSVP: Form below Workshop Description: Join us for an informative workshop on managing chemobrain and cognitive wellness. Cognitive challenges are very common after cancer and its treatment. Medications alone are unlikely to address the diverse symptoms […]
Biomedical Aspects of Cancer- 101 Date: Thursday, July 18th, 2024Time: 12:00 - 1:15 pmLocation: ONLINE (Zoom)RSVP: Click here Workshop Description: This Workshop provides a high-level overview of medical aspects of cancer, including cancer epidemiology, risk factors, prevention and screening, symptoms, and diagnosis/staging/prognosis. It also provides information concerning cancer surgery, radiation therapy, chemotherapy, and other […]
Introduction to Mindfulness: Mindfulness Essentials for People Impacted by Cancer Date: Tuesday, July 23rd, 2024Time: 12:00 - 1:00 pmLocation: ONLINE (Zoom)RSVP: Form below Workshop Description: Come join this Introduction to Mindfulness workshop where you’ll have an opportunity to participate in an experiential mindfulness process. You’ll also learn the basics of mindfulness and we’ll de-mystify […]
Eating Well with Cancer Date: Wednesday, August 14th, 2024Time: 12:00 - 1:00 pmLocation: ONLINE (Zoom)RSVP: Form below Workshop Description: The workshop aims to educate individuals undergoing cancer treatment and survivors on vital nourishment strategies. Attendees will understand the significance of maintaining good nutrition throughout and post-treatment. The session will cover how balanced nutrition contributes […]
Bunny Yoga Date: Saturday, August 17, 2024Time: 11:00 - 12:30 pmLocation: CSCVVSB Office, 4195 E Thousand Oaks Blvd., #107 Westlake Village, CA 91362RSVP: programs@cancersupportvvsb.org Unwind and enjoy a fun morning doing yoga with adorable bunny companions! Participation is free and is intended for children aged 5-13 impacted by cancer Attendance is limited to 12 […]
GI Side Effects of NSC Lung Cancer Treatments Date: Tuesday, August 20th, 2024Time: 12:00 - 1:00 pmLocation: ONLINE (Zoom)RSVP: Form below WORKSHOP IS ONLINE ONLY Workshop Description: Join us for an Educational Workshop on the gastrointestinal side effects of Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer treatments. The speaker will address the potential gastrointestinal side effects of […]
Bingo Night Date: Friday, August 23, 2024Time: 5:00 - 6:30 pmLocation: CSCVVSB Office, 4195 E Thousand Oaks Blvd., #107 Westlake Village, CA 91362RSVP: Form below Join us for an evening of excitement, camaraderie, and the thrill of the win! We will have refreshments, prizes and fun! Feel free to bring your favorite snack to […]
CALM Art: Relaxation for People Impacted by Cancer Date: Thursday, August 29thTime: 12:00 - 1:00 pmLocation: CSCVVSB 4195 E Thousand Oaks Blvd., #107 Westlake Village, CA 91362RSVP: Form below Download the flyer here. Workshop Description: CALM Art stands for Creative Alpha-wave Lessons for Mindfulness, focusing on using meditative art practices to rest and unclutter […]