A morning of fellowship, activity and education for cancer survivors on May 5 at the Greater Wichita YMCA's Farha Sports Center - South, 3405 S. Meridian Ave., Bldg. 200. There is no cost to attend, but registration is required. The retreat is open to any cancer survivor; prior involvement in LIVESTRONG at the YMCA isn't necessary. If you have any questions, please contact Program Director Debbie Cruz at 316.776.8178 or debbie.cruz@ymcawichita.org.
Click Here to Register by Monday, May 2
The LIVESTRONG at the YMCA program is a place where cancer survivors reclaim their energy and strength. Our Survivor Retreat brings individuals from all walks of life together who not only share a common journey, but also an unstoppable will to embrace hope and enjoy life.
Learn more about LIVESTRONG at the YMCA at ymcawichita.org/livestrong.
About Our Speakers
Topic: Nutrition, Tiny Transformations: What to focus on, and What to forget!
Time: 9:20-10:50 AM
Erica is a registered dietitian nutritionist and licensed dietitian with eight years of experience. She has a master's degree in clinical nutrition from Rush University in Chicago, Illinois and a bachelor’s degree in dietetics. She is also a board certified specialist in oncology nutrition and specializes in nutrition for cancer, diabetes, heart disease, weight management and bariatric surgery. She was the Emerging Dietetic Leader in Wichita in 2017. In her spare time, Erica enjoys trying new recipes and spending time with her husband and her baby girl, Holly.
Topic: Expecting the Unexpected in the Survivor Journey
Time: 11:15 AM-12:30 PM
Peggy is the executive director and COO of Wichita Medical Research and Education Foundation. She is a long-time public policy volunteer for Susan G Komen for the Cure and other health care organizations, including the Kansas University Cancer Center. Peggy is a 10-year breast cancer survivor. In her work with Komen, Peggy has spoken with many women and men at the beginning of their cancer journey, during and after. Once diagnosed with triple negative breast cancer, she believes she isn’t necessarily a better advocate, but one with a different voice.