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Providing support, education, and hope to those facing cancer in Pasadena and the greater San Gabriel Valley since 1990. Visit CancerSupportSGV.org

Sip, Savor & Support is almost here! ✨ Huge than Sip, Savor & Support is almost here! ✨ Huge thanks to our incredible volunteers who planted succulent centerpieces and helped us prep for Sunday’s big event at our beautiful Altadena estate. We can’t wait to see you there! 🌸
Grateful for everyone who came out to relax, recha Grateful for everyone who came out to relax, recharge, and connect at this month’s Sound Bath. 🌙💆‍♀️
Next one: Tuesday, November 3 — currently at capacity! If your plans change, please call us at 626-796-1083 so someone from the waitlist can join the experience. 💞

#CancerSupportCommunity #CSCSGV #SoundBath #HealingCommunity #CancerSupport #MindBodySpirit #WellnessJourney #TogetherWeCan #SelfCareMatters #SupportAndHealing
🎓 Five Exciting Educational Opportunities This 🎓 Five Exciting Educational Opportunities This November! 🎓

From estate planning and nutrition for survivorship to advanced care planning, complementary therapies, and coping with grief during the holidays — there’s something for everyone this month at CSC! 💙

These expert-led programs are designed to inform, empower, and support you on your wellness journey.

🗓️ Don’t miss out — register online today to save your spot!

#CancerSupportCommunity #CSCStrong #WellnessEducation #CancerSupport #SanGabrielValley #CommunityPrograms #LearnAndGrow #CancerCare #SupportAndHope
We ❤️ that you love our classes! Your enthusia We ❤️ that you love our classes! Your enthusiasm keeps us inspired. Every one of our November Healthy Lifestyles classes is already at capacity — wow! 🙌

If you’d like to join the waitlist, give us a call at 📞 626-796-1083.
✨ New on the Blog! ✨ Meet Dr. Joanne Mortimer ✨ New on the Blog! ✨

Meet Dr. Joanne Mortimer, Medical Oncologist and Baum Family Professor in Women’s Cancers, who has spent over 40 years on the frontlines of breast cancer care and research. 💗

Dr. Mortimer shares how far treatment has come—from the early days of limited options to today’s breakthroughs in genetics and survivorship—and why, even with all our progress, honesty and hope must go hand in hand.

Read her full story at cancersupportsgv.org/news/blog/ or through the link in bio.

#CancerSupportCommunity #CSCSGV #BreastCancerAwareness #BreastCancerResearch #Oncology #WomensHealth #CancerSupport #Survivorship #HopeInHealing
It was a pleasure having lunch with Dr. Fernando R It was a pleasure having lunch with Dr. Fernando Roth! 💙 He’s such a wonderful person, and we had an inspiring conversation about his work as a cardiologist—and so much more. Stay tuned for our upcoming article featuring Dr. Roth and his insights into heart health and compassionate care.

#CancerSupportCommunity #CSCSGV #HeartHealth #CommunityConnections #HealthcareHeroes #CompassionateCare #TogetherWeThrive #SupportCommunity #WellnessInAction
In a nail-biting match, the San Marino Titans tipp In a nail-biting match, the San Marino Titans tipped the scales and spiked out a win against Polytechnic School. This game was truly neck-and-neck—right down to the final point—but at the end of the rally, it was all in for cancer support. 💕🎗️

Tonight’s showdown wasn’t just about the score—it was about serving up hope. With t-shirt sales, a raffle, and concessions, the Titans rallied together in honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

A special thank you to Jennifer Park, a valued member of our CSC community and a recent Lunch & Learn speaker on menopause and gynecological cancers, for connecting us with San Marino High School. Her daughter, #12, was a total rockstar on the court—acing points for a cause and helping bring home the win. 🙌

We’re already setting up the next play with the boys’ basketball team to support cancer awareness in January. 🏀 Does your school or club want to score big for cancer support? Send us a DM or email us at info@cancersupportsgv.org! 💪 @pasadenapoly smhsgirlsvball 

#AllInForCancerSupport #TitansWin #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth #CommunityStrong
✨ New on the Blog! ✨ Meet Dr. Nima Naghshineh ✨ New on the Blog! ✨

Meet Dr. Nima Naghshineh, a plastic surgeon whose work balances artistry, science, and compassion. In his private practice, about 40% of patients are breast cancer survivors seeking breast reconstruction—a process he describes as a chance to “stop thinking about the cancer and start dreaming again.” 💙

Read more about Dr. Nima’s journey, his insights on reconstruction options, and what’s ahead in the field at cancersupportsgv.org/news/blog/ or through the link in bio.

#CancerSupportCommunity #CSCSGV #BreastCancerSupport #BreastReconstruction #PlasticSurgery #HopeAndHealing #PatientCare
🌼 Día de los Muertos Community Ofrenda 🌼 J 🌼 Día de los Muertos Community Ofrenda 🌼

Join us for a special drop-in ofrenda honoring our loved ones. 🕯️ No registration required!

You are welcome to bring: 
- a photo of someone you miss to place on the alter
-your loved one's favorite non-perishable snack to leave as an offering

We will have letter writing paper so you can write a letter to a loved one. 

🗓️ Photos can be collected and picked up after Nov 3 — or, if you choose to leave them, we will lovingly place them on the altar again next year.

Let’s come together as a community to honor memory, love, and connection. 💛✨

#DiaDeLosMuertos #CommunityOfrenda #HonorAndRemember #CSCStrong #SanGabrielValley #CancerSupportCommunity
✨ New on the Blog! ✨ Meet Cristal Morse and Do ✨ New on the Blog! ✨
Meet Cristal Morse and Douglas Nyland, two incredible Physician Relations Liaisons at City of Hope. They turn personal experience into a mission of shared care, connecting patients and physicians, and ensuring no one navigates cancer care alone. 💙 Read their inspiring story at cancersupportsgv.org/news/blog/ or through the link in bio.
🎀 October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month 🎀 🎀 October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month 🎀

Breast cancer is the most common cancer in women — but thanks to early detection and treatment advances, survival rates are better than ever. 💪

This month, we are shining a light on breast health and support:
✨ Learn the signs & symptoms
✨ Know your risk factors
✨ Stay on top of prevention & screening
✨ Join us for our October Lunch & Learn: “Navigating Breast Cancer Together” — a multidisciplinary conversation about screening, diagnosis, treatment, and recovery.

We’re here for you with daily support groups and programs to ensure that no one faces breast cancer alone. 💗

#BreastCancerAwareness #BreastCancerSupport #EarlyDetectionSavesLives #LunchAndLearn #CancerSupportCommunity #CommunityOfSupport #HealthEquityInAction
On this Yom Kippur, we pause to reflect, to honor On this Yom Kippur, we pause to reflect, to honor those we have lost, and to recommit to supporting everyone impacted by cancer.

May this sacred day of atonement and renewal inspire us to bring more compassion, healing, and hope to our community.

#YomKippur #GmarChatimahTovah #DayOfAtonement #CancerSupportCommunity #CommunityOfSupport #HealthEquityInAction
✨ Our Program Manager, Lora McManus, has been co ✨ Our Program Manager, Lora McManus, has been connecting with more incredible members of our Professional Advisory Network. Stay tuned—feature articles highlighting their expertise and impact are coming soon to our blog! 💻🌟 @cityofhope @drnimaplasticsurgery
✨ Announcing our Sip, Savor & Support Raffle Pri ✨ Announcing our Sip, Savor & Support Raffle Prize! ✨

Win the ultimate culinary tour of our 2025 Sip, Savor & Support restaurant partners 🍷🍴

This incredible prize includes eight $100 gift cards—one from each of our participating restaurants—for a total of $800 in dining experiences so you can sip, savor, and SPLURGE!

🍽️ Featured Restaurant Partners:
1913 Restaurant & Bar
Agnes Restaurant & Cheesery
Bone Kettle
Bistro 45
Gale's Restaurant
Mijares Mexican Restaurant
Pez Coastal Kitchen
Roe Fusion 

🎟️ Ticket Pricing:
▪️ 1 Ticket – $50
▪️ 3 Tickets – $100
▪️ 10 Tickets – $200

📅 Raffle will be drawn on October 12, 2025
✅ You do not need to be present to win!

📍Tickets available in person at the event OR by contacting us directly:
📞 (626) 796-1083
📧 info@cancersupportsgv.org
✉️ Mail: 331 W. Sierra Madre Blvd., Sierra Madre, CA 91024

⚠️ Please note: Tickets cannot be purchased online or via electronic payment—sales MUST be completed in person or by direct contact with us.

#SipSavorSupport #WineDineDoGood #CancerSupportCommunity #sonoonefacescanceralone
🎀🥗 Lunch & Learn: Navigating Breast Cancer T 🎀🥗 Lunch & Learn: Navigating Breast Cancer Together: : A Multidisciplinary Approach to Screening, Diagnosis, Treatment, and Recovery

📅 Wednesday, October 29 | 🕧 12:30 – 2:00 PM
📍 In-Person at CSC SGV
Join us for a special Breast Cancer Awareness Month seminar featuring expert physicians from Keck Medicine of USC and USC Arcadia Hospital.

👩‍⚕️👨‍⚕️ Dr. Mary Yamashita, Dr. Emily Siegel, Dr. Henry Wang, Dr. David Daar, and Dr. Hye Ri Han will share their expertise on:
🔎 Early detection & screening
🧪 Diagnostic advancements
💊 Treatment options
🌱 Recovery & survivorship
🗣️ Followed by an interactive Q&A session to answer your questions.
🍴 Lunch will be provided.
Open to patients, survivors, caregivers, and the community.

🔗 Register now – link in bio

💗 #BreastCancerAwareness #LunchAndLearn #CSCSGV #CommunitySupport #EarlyDetection
🎃🌵 Pumpkin Succulent Centerpieces Workshop
📅 Thursday, October 16 | 🕐 1:00 – 2:00 PM
📍 In-Person at CSC SGV
Create a beautiful succulent arrangement on a pumpkin in this hands-on workshop — perfect for fall décor or as a gift. 🍂
👩‍🏫 Led by Nancy Burau
⚠️ This workshop is FULL.
📞 Call us to be added to the waitlist and we’ll contact you if a spot opens up.
💛 #PumpkinSucculent #FallWorkshop #CSCSGV #HandsOnHealing #Community
🎹🎶 CSC Piano Bar: Sing-Along Night! 📅 Th 🎹🎶 CSC Piano Bar: Sing-Along Night!

📅 Thursday, October 23 | 🕕 6:00 – 7:00 PM
📍 CSC SGV Community Room
📍 331 W. Sierra Madre Blvd., Sierra Madre

Step into your very own CSC Pop-Up Piano Bar and sing along to timeless favorites from the 60s & 70s! 🎤✨

🎵 The Beatles • Carole King • Elton John • Aretha Franklin … and more!
👩‍🎤 Led by Ann Louise Christensen – piano & vocal teacher and entertainer – this uplifting, family-friendly hour of music is perfect for all ages. Bring your kids and grandkids to join the fun!
🔗 Register now – link in bio

💛 #CSCSGV #PianoBar #LiveMusic #FamilyFriendlyFun #CommunityEvents #SingAlong
💛🕊️ Grief, Loss & Resilience 📅 Wednesda 💛🕊️ Grief, Loss & Resilience
📅 Wednesday, October 22 | 🕐 1:00 – 2:00 PM
📍 In-Person at CSC SGV
Join us for a meaningful conversation about navigating grief and loss. 🌱 Frances Kim, Community Health Worker with the Los Angeles County Department of Mental Health, will share insights on the impact of grief and loss — and guide us in exploring healthy grieving and building resilience.
🔗 Register now – link in bio
💛 #GriefSupport #Resilience #MentalHealth #CSCSGV #CommunityHealing
🎀 September is Thyroid Cancer Awareness Month 🎀
Thyroid cancer is one of the fastest-growing cancer diagnoses, especially among women — but with early detection, survival rates are very high.

Swipe through to learn:
🌸 What you should know about thyroid cancer
🌸 Signs & symptoms to watch for
🌸 Risk factors to be aware of
🌸 How prevention & early screening save lives

Perform regular neck self-checks, keep up with routine exams, and talk to your doctor if you notice any changes in your neck, voice, or swallowing. Awareness is the first step to action.

#ThyroidCancerAwareness #ThyroidHealth #CancerSupportCommunity #KnowYourRisk #HealthEducation #HealthEquityInAction
🧠✨ Salud Mental y Estigma: Cambiando la Histo 🧠✨ Salud Mental y Estigma: Cambiando la Historia
📅 Lunes, 14 de octubre | 🕓 4:00 – 5:00 PM
📍 Virtual por Zoom
Aprende sobre la salud mental y cómo el estigma puede afectar tu bienestar. 💬 Este taller, presentado por el Programa de Promotores de Salud Mental del Departamento de Salud Mental del Condado de Los Ángeles, te dará herramientas para cambiar la narrativa y abrir la conversación.
🔗 Regístrate GRATIS — link en bio
💚 #SaludMental #SinEstigma #Comunidad #Bienestar #CSCSGV #EventoVirtual
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