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Surviving & Thriving Retreat 2010

"Reach for the Stars"

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

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

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.

Friday, June 18
4:00 PM - 6:00 PM Arrival & Check-in
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM Dinner
7:00 PM - 7:30 PM Opening Credits – Dr. Peter Ravdin, Director CTRC Breast Clinic/Mary Jackson
7:30 PM - 8:00 PM Celebrity Mix-Up
8:00 PM - 9:00 PM Laugh to the Top – Mr. Mack Dryden
 
Saturday, June 19
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Breakfast
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Gully Washers, Twisters and Shakers, Oh My! – Ms. Penny Powers
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM Option A: Kung Fu Panda Tai Chi – Sharon Milford
      Option B: You Ought to Be In Pictures (Art Activity)– TBA
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Lunch
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM Option A: Reach for the Stars – Ms. Penny Powers
      Option B: Dancing with the Stars – Ms. Miranda Key
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM "Ready for My Close-Up” – Ms. Starley Murray
6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Oscar Gala with Surprise Guests
9:00 PM - 10:00 PM The Sound of Music - Karaoke
 
Sunday, June 20
7:30 AM - 8:00 AM Awakenings: Guided Meditation
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM Breakfast
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM It's A Wonderful Life: Sunday Service – Chaplain Darwin Huartson
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Option A: Everybody Has A Story - Darwin Huartson & David Garcia
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM Option B: Yoga of the "Crazy Heart" – Ms. Hilery Hutchinson
11:30 PM - 12:30 PM Lunch
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM Option A: The Leading Man – Dr. Joel Marcus
      Option B: It Might Get Loud: Drumming Circle
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM And The Winner Is……- Closing Ceremony  
       
Massage & Reiki By Appointment
   

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
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  Doctor's Name
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  NOTE: Wheelchair accessible rooms are limited. We may not be able to accommodate all people with mobility challenges.
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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.

Sponsors

We would like to thank the following organizations for their support to this years Surviving & Thriving Conference.



Contributors

Special thanks to the following businesses for their donations:

  • Cancer Center Council
  • Freebirds World Burrito
  • Healing Spirit Massage Therapy
  • Julie's Monogram Place
  • Louis Tussaud’s Waxworks & Ripley’s Believe It or Not!
  • O’Reilly Auto Parts
  • Rome’s Pizza
  • San Antonio Symphony
  • Santikos Theatres
  • Seaworld
  • Six Flags Fiesta Texas

Special thanks to the following individuals for their donations:

  • Anderson, Geraldine
  • Autry, Maggie
  • Baribault, Todd
  • Boesewetter, Barbara
  • Burns, Kelly
  • Carroll, Evelyn
  • Goodwin, Epp
  • Graza-Peche, Nora
  • Guild, Lydia
  • Hartsell, Jenny
  • Health Information Systems
    (Medical Records) staff
  • Jackson, Mary
  • Lee, Brenna
  • Mason, Debbie
  • Nashawati, Melissa
  • Pruski, Stephen
  • Rocha, Luis
  • Scales, Cathy
  • Sondergeld, Lindsay
  • Stamm, Karen
  • Thompson, Ian M.D.
  • Wood, Leslie
  • Wright, Kim
  • Zimmerman, Marsha

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.


Surviving and Thriving Video