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| Cancer Survivors' Conference 2010 will provide equal parts inspiration and education Show DetailsHide Details |
| Feb 26, 2010 |
Date: Tuesday, March 16, 2010
Time: 8am to 2:30pm
Place: University of Puget Sound
Cost: Free with reservations
Debra Jarvis, cancer survivor, hospital oncology chaplain, acclaimed presenter and author of “It’s Not About the Hair,” will be the keynote speaker at the second annual Pierce County Survivors' Conference on Tuesday, March 16, from 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. in Tacoma.
This event, sponsored by more than 20 local community organizations and cancer care advocates, is free and open to all people affected by cancer as patients, family members and caregivers. The conference provides a unique opportunity for our local community of survivors to connect in a day-long series of seminars and workshops that explore the physical, mental and the spiritual aspects of cancer survivorship. This event will be held at the University of Puget Sound, 1500 N. Warner in Tacoma.
Register by phone or online
Space is limited. Cost is free with reservation. To register, call Rosie at (253) 207-5179 or visit http://events.cancer.org/piercecountycancersurvivorconference2010
Event highlights and break-out sessions
• Continental breakfast and lunch
• Exhibitor booths
• Keynote Speaker: Debra Jarvis - “If it’s Not About the Hair, What is it About?”
• Is Laughter the Best Medicine?
• Treatment to Survivorship: What’s the Plan? (Building Your Own Survivorship Plan/Program)
• The Survivor's Guide to Food, Vitamins and a Healthy Lifestyle
• Quality of Life After Cancer: Tools for the Journey
• Mindfulness and the Cancer Patient
• Customized Exercise—Gaining Energy after Cancer Through Movement
• What to Eat Now: Nutrition for Cancer Survivors
• Sexuality After a Cancer Diagnosis
• Panel Discussion: Being Your Own Champion—How to Navigate the Health System So You Get the Best Possible Care
Sponsors
This event is made possible by the sponsorship of more than 20 community organizations and cancer advocates. Special thanks to our Presenting Sponsor, The University of Puget Sound, for its generous donation of the conference facility and audiovisual support. Major sponsors include:
• University of Puget Sound
• American Cancer Society
• The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society
• Franciscan Health System
• MultiCare Health System
• NW Medical Specialties
• Diagnostic Imaging Northwest
• Tacoma Radiology Associates
• Susan G. Komen for the Cure - Puget Sound Affiliate
• The Carol Milgard Breast Center
Volunteers Needed
We are in need of volunteers to assist us during the conference. Please let us know as soon as possible if you are interested in volunteering. THANK YOU!
Please contact Michael Umpstead at 253-207-5140 or Michael.umpstead@cancer.org
The conference is free and open to all people affected by cancer as patients, family members and caregivers. Register online or call the American Cancer Society at 253-207-5179. Seating is limited and registration is required.
Contact:
Tricia Sinek | Franciscan Cancer Care, Community Care Manager
253-426-6746 | triciasinek@fhshealth.org
Internet Address:
http://events.cancer.org/piercecountycancersurvivorconference2010
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