Cancer Survivor Week 2013
Join us for a week of inspiring and informative events that will empower you to live the next exciting chapter of your life to the fullest. RSVP by May 30 for each event, either online at the links provided or by calling 619-543-2445.
Sunday, June 2
Seventh Annual Survivor Beach
7 a.m. – Noon
Scripps Pier
Join surfers, cancer survivors and supporters in raising funds and awareness for cancer research. New this year is a three-mile standup paddle race. For more information or to register, contact Nikisha Belt, 858-26-1230 or nbelt@ucsd.edu, or see Survivor Beach SUP.
Monday, June 3
Gentle Yoga
11 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Goldberg Auditorium Foyer, Second Floor, Moores Cancer Center
Drop into this yoga class for cancer patients, survivors and family member. This adaptive yoga class is modified to each participant's ability. Bring or borrow a mat, or sit in a chair. Register by May 30.
Writing Through Cancer
5 p.m. - 7 p.m.
Goldberg Auditorium Foyer, Second Floor, Moores Cancer
Discover the therapeutic benefits of written expression in ehlping you begin the next chapter of your life as a survivor. Register by May 30.
Tuesday, June 4
Survivor Education and Celebration Event - Encinitas
San Diego Cancer Center
1200 Garden View Road, Suite 200, Encinitas
Facility tours and reception: 5 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Survivor stories and physician presentation: 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Tour our beautiful new facility, enjoy a reception with music and appetizers, discover new support group resources and hear survivor storeis and an ainspiring talk from our physicians.
Register by May 30.
Wednesday, June 5
Expressive Arts Workshop
11 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Comer Commons, Second Floor, Moores Cancer Center
Create an expression of your cancer experience using a variety of artistic media. Register by May 30.
Thursday, June 6
Survivor Education and Celebration Event - La Jolla
Moores Cancer Center
Resource expo in lobby: 5 - 5:30 p.m.
Panel discussion: 5:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Reception: 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Discover a wealth of empowering resources and hear stories from other survivors and a panel discussion led by Drs. Mitchell and Vicario on how to take the next steps in your survivorship jounrey. The evening will conclude with a reception in the Bamboo Garden.
Register by May 30.