Did you miss Coffee and Oodles this week? Here’s our prompt, and a bit more about our process!
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Fresh Ink: Freedom Is A Place Inside Me
We are proud to share the work of our writers here on our blog, including this piece, which is part of a series entitled Fresh Ink. We value the voices of our community members and would love to share your words. If you would like to contribute to our blog here at Cactus Cancer Society, please email christina@cactuscancer.org.
Continue readingThe May 2024 Research Round-Up is Here!
Here at Cactus Cancer Society, we’re always interested in amplifying the voices and experiences of young adults facing cancer, and making sure this population is represented in research. Check out the research opportunities below to see how you can use your story to help others!
Continue readingChristina’s Corner: May 2024
I turned 35 this past weekend. I have been reflecting on a lot of things, but primarily what a privilege it is to be getting older. There are so many people I care about who are no longer here, and the aches and pains that come with another year feel trivial in comparison. I expected to be in a much different place in my life by the time I was 35, but I truly have not been happier than I feel right now. Not because my life is perfect, but because I know myself better than ever before, and I can confidently say I am very clear about what is worth worrying about and what is not.
Continue readingMay 2024 Programs
Begin Again
Start each month with intention setting, journaling, and breathwork with Tara O’Donoghue from Lov Yoga in this monthly drop-in program! This hour-long program will fill you with everything you need to help create a positive mindset for the month!
Monday, May 6 @ 10:00-11:00am PT / 12:00-1:00pm CT / 1:00-2:00pm
Coffee and Oodles
Need a break, but don’t have a lot of time? Join us for Coffee and Oodles! This short, refreshing drop-in program combines our fun art workshop environment with our popular journaling techniques as participants respond to a prompt in whichever medium speaks to them most: drawing or writing.Â
Wednesday, May 8 @ 9:30-10:00am PT / 11:30am-12:00pm CT / 12:30-1:00pm ET
Wednesday, May 15 @ 9:30-10:00am PT / 11:30am-12:00pm CT / 12:30-1:00pm ET
Wednesday, May 22 @ 9:30-10:00am PT / 11:30am-12:00pm CT / 12:30-1:00pm ET
Wednesday, May 29 @ 9:30-10:00am PT / 11:30am-12:00pm CT / 12:30-1:00pmÂ
Guys Discussion Group
Led by LCSW Dennis Heffern, in this guys-only program, shoot the breeze with fellow cancer patients and survivors. Nothing is off the table. You won’t want to miss it! This month our guys group will be taking place the THIRD Monday of the month, due to the Memorial Day holiday!
Monday, May 20Â @ 5:00-6:30pm PT / 7:00-8:30pm CT / 8:00-9:30pm ET
10 Questions with Scarlett
We are so excited to introduce a community member, Scarlett Callahan, who has joined our Cactus Cancer Society Team. Read on for more!
Continue readingGrab Your Merch For Our Birthday Bash!
We love celebrating our birthday! (Who doesn’t?!)
Be sure to snag your own piece of Cactus Cancer Society birthday merch! But just like a delicious birthday cake, it can’t stick around forever — they’ll be in our shop until April 30th.
Continue readingYour April Sip of Coffee + Oodles
Did you miss Coffee and Oodles this week? Here’s our prompt, and a bit more about our process!
Continue readingFresh Ink: Courage
We are proud to share the work of our writers here on our blog, including this piece, which is part of a series entitled Fresh Ink. We value the voices of our community members and would love to share your words. If you would like to contribute to our blog here at Cactus Cancer Society, please email christina@cactuscancer.org.
Continue readingGifts? For Our Birthday? You’re The Best!
We’re turning 9, so we’ve set a goal of raising $9,000 for our birthday! To help us reach our goal, host your own Facebook fundraiser and ask your friends to donate in support of Cactus Cancer Society.
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