Surviving & Thriving Retreat 2010

The Surviving and Thriving Retreat is a special event where cancer survivors and caregivers can get away from the pressure and stress of every day life to gain new skills and knowledge to enhance their quality of life.

At the retreat, survivors celebrate life through a variety of workshops, lectures and group activities that promote health & wellness, support, and laughter. Attendees come away feeling empowered and renewed.

Topics span a wide range of subjects. Attendees come away with increased knowledge about long-term side effects, psychosocial adjustment, nutrition support, health & beauty, and the numerous other aspects of cancer survivorship. Caregivers learn that they are not alone with their challenges and are given tools to optimize the relationship with their loved-one.

The weekend also provides an opportunity to share your insights with other people who have experienced what you are going through.

Approximately 75 adult cancer survivors and caregivers from throughout the United States are expected to be in attendance for this year's event which is scheduled for June 18 - 20, 2010 at the John Newcombe Conference Center in New Braunfels, Texas. New Braunfels rests deep in the heart of the Texas Hill Country. Founded in 1845 by German settlers, New Braunfels is over-flowing with old world heritage and small town Texas charm. The theme for the weekend is "Reach for the Stars".

If you have not registered and would like to attend

Click here for a copy of the Survive & Thrive Pamphlet

Mack Dryden

Mack Dryden
Comedian,
Motivational Speaker,
Actor,
and Writer
Two-time Cancer Survivor

Over the years, Mack has performed for an amazingly diverse array of clients from cancer survivors to Fortune 500 companies.

In addition to being an electrifying motivational speaker and hilarious emcee, Mack Dryden is a comedian/actor/writer who has appeared on numerous television shows, in several feature films and whose writing and voice are heard on more than 500 radio stations every week. Creating hilarious custom humor for a wide variety of industries and clients comes naturally to the former staff writer for Politically Incorrect with Bill Maher, and his stories of surviving two battles with cancer, and a stay in an African prison, are as inspiring as they are laugh-out-loud funny.

Penny Powers

Penny Powers
Inspirational Speaker, Coach, Author
Cancer Survivor

As a coach, speaker, trainer and author, Penny helps others accomplish their goals and realize their visions. She has successfully coached many individuals whose goals were to improve their lives.

An award-winning story teller and humorist, Penny speaks at local, state, national, and international conferences.

• Penny is certified by the International Coach Federation and a Distinguished Toastmaster. Her bachelor's degree is in psychology/education and her master's degree is in communications.

• She teaches communications at a local college in San Antonio, Texas, with an emphasis on interpersonal, intrapersonal and business and professional communications.

Nestled deep within the rolling Texas Hill Country, The John Newcombe Tennis Ranch is an intimate setting where you can relax in the country atmosphere.

The retreat features various activities such as creativity workshops, massage, yoga and meditation that focus on your mental, physical and spiritual well being, helping to boost your recovery from the impact of a cancer diagnosis and treatment.

All times and events are tentative & subject to change.

Registration

• The $150 registration fee (Cash or Check Only) includes meals, lodging, activities and materials.
• Mail deposit to:
  Patient & Family Services – MC 8201
  CTRC at UTHSCSA
  7979 Wurzbach Road
  San Antonio, Texas 78229

Surviving & Thriving 2010 Registration Form
	Are you a Survivor or Caregiver	Survivor Caregiver
*	First Name
*	Last Name
*	Address
*	City
*	State	Select State Alabama Alaska Arizona Arkansas California Colorado Connecticut Delaware Dist of Columbia Florida Georgia Hawaii Idaho Illinois Indiana Iowa Kansas Kentucky Louisiana Maine Maryland Massachusetts Michigan Minnesota Mississippi Missouri Montana Nebraska Nevada New Hampshire New Jersey New Mexico New York North Carolina North Dakota Ohio Oklahoma Oregon Pennsylvania Rhode Island South Carolina South Dakota Tennessee Texas Utah Vermont Virginia Washington West Virginia Wisconsin Wyoming
*	Zip
*	Daytime Phone Number	(example: 2105551212)
	Alternate Phone Number	(example: 2105551212)
	Email
	Emergency Contact Person Name
	Emergency Contact Person Phone
	Doctor's Name
	Doctor's Phone
	Allergies
*	Are you a Vegetarian?	Yes No
*	Are you in a wheelchair?	Yes No
	Do you have any limitations we need to be aware of? (unable to climb stairs, hearing impaired, etc...)
	NOTE: Wheelchair accessible rooms are limited. We may not be able to accommodate all people with mobility challenges.
	Name the person(s) that you would like to room with.
	Please describe clearly any special needs:
	If you would like a copy for your records please print before submitting.
Please enter text in image:
* Mandatory Fields

For more information please contact Mary Jackson at (210) 450-5574.

To print a copy of the registration click here.

Scholarships

• A limited number of scholarships will be awarded based on availability and financial need.



• The amount of assistance provided will be determined using Federal Poverty Guidelines.



• You will need to provide a completed scholarship application along with proof of family income.

For more information please contact Mary Jackson at (210) 450-5574.

Contributors

Video

In this short video you can get a taste of what you might experience at a Surviving & Thriving Conference. You will hear two of the featured speakers attest to the benefits of the experience as well as hear what a three-time attendee has to say about her meaningful weekend.