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< Back Thriving Pink Kicks Off PINKtober with Annual Walk & Thrive Event Sep 29, 2025 Community wellness walk at Northstar Park Pond launches Breast Cancer Awareness Month activities DAVIS, CA – September 3, 2025 – Thriving Pink invites the community to join their annual Walk & Thrive event on Saturday, October 4, 2025, from 10:00-11:30 AM at Northstar Park Pond in Davis. The community wellness walk kicks off the organization's PINKtober celebration in recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The easy 1+ mile walk around Northstar Park Pond welcomes participants of all fitness levels and encourages community members to "come as you are—or go all out!" Walkers are invited to wear team t-shirts, tutus, fun outfits, or comfortable walking shoes for the casual, family-friendly event. "Walk & Thrive embodies our mission of helping people live their best lives while building community connections," said Denise Rose, Board Chair of Thriving Pink. "This annual walk brings together thrivers, families, and friends in a celebration of wellness and support for those impacted by breast cancer in Yolo County." The event serves as the opening celebration for Thriving Pink's many PINKtober activities throughout October. Thriving Pink serves as Yolo County's sole nonprofit providing support and resources to help those impacted by breast cancer thrive. The event is free and open to all community members with participants gathering at 3500 Anderson Road. Walk & Thrive Details: ● Date/Time: Saturday, October 4, 2025, 10:00-11:30 AM ● Location: Northstar Park Pond, Davis, CA ● Parking: Public lot at 3500 Anderson Road ● Distance: Easy 1+ mile walk ● Cost: Free ● Contact: info@thrivingpink.org Following the Walk & Thrive event, the community is invited to continue the PINKtober activities at Huei's Garden Tour from 12:00-4:00 PM at 234 Luz Place in Davis, featuring a peaceful stroll through an Asian-inspired garden. Community members interested in hosting fundraisers, volunteering, or supporting Thriving Pink through donations or sponsorships are encouraged to visit www.thrivingpink.org/donate or contact info@thrivingpink.org . About Thriving Pink Thriving Pink is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to helping those in Yolo County impacted by breast cancer to thrive by providing a compassionate network of support and resources. During October, Thriving Pink hosts programs and fundraising events to raise awareness and funds for our mission. Services and programs are available in Spanish. Previous Next

< Back Pink Gala celebrates grant recipients SPECIAL TO THE ENTERPRISE May 27, 2023 Courage, resilience and determination — all this is needed and more for a fight against cancer, a difficult journey which no one should go through alone. Every year, our amazing community comes together to honor that journey at the Thriving Pink Gala. Over 280 attendees and supporters lifted up and lit pink candles together at the beautiful Yin Ranch Estate to recognize the 26 grant awardees, and many other survivors and thrivers in our community. “Our hearts are filled with gratitude for our caring community which supports so many local women and their families,” said Thriving Pink Executive Director Leslie Hunter. All proceeds from the Gala that was held on May 5, 2023 directly benefit Granting Pink, a core Thriving Pink program which provides financial assistance for urgent and immediate needs. “A total of over $278,400 in critical individual grants have been provided since we started seven years ago” shared Granting Pink Chair Rose Cholewinski of SwimAmerica Davis. All recipients are from Yolo County and many are newly diagnosed women referred to Thriving Pink by local medical doctors and nurses. In addition to the much needed financial assistance, Thriving Pink is dedicated to providing a compassionate network of resources ranging from Pink Peers and mentors, to support groups and professionally facilitated educational workshops. Many grant awardees who came to the Gala event were overwhelmed with the incredible love and support from our community. “I work two part-time jobs to support my family. When you see me, please know that you see my faith, my family, my two daughters, and this amazing community. I was 27 years old when I was diagnosed and went through a double mastectomy and treatment. This means so much to me,” shared Maria Del Rio, a grant awardee. Many Local Pink Heroes were recognized as Community Service Awardees and partners at the Pink Gala including Linda Dunn of Bloom Again, the George & Lena Valente Foundation, Dr. Claudia DeYoung of Kaiser Permanente, Tana Toll, RN at Dignity Health, Dr. Alicia Silva of Sutter Hospital, and Yolo County Supervisor Jim Provenza. Health care partners from Sutter Health, Kaiser, Dignity Health, Northbay Health and CommuniCare also joined the special event. A special presentation also recognized Davis Firefighters Local 3494 for their unwavering commitment as Platinum Pink partners of Thriving Pink. “We have been with Thriving Pink from the beginning and it is amazing to see this volunteer driven organization grow over the years. The Pink Team is really making a positive difference for so many and we’re so honored to be part of it,” shared Emily Lo, Davis Fire Department Battalion Chief/Local 3494. A special thank you to our dedicated event committee who made this night so special, including Emma Hunter, our Gala Chair/Co-MC, and Krysten Cholewinski, our Co-MC. The special occasion was made even more beautiful by Kelly Currywood of Circle Z Farms who provided the floral centerpieces as gifts for the awardees. This Gala event’s incredible success, thanks to our generous donors, partners, volunteers, and supporters, has raised over half of the annual amount needed to replenish our Granting Pink Fund. All donations directly help those in Yolo County impacted by breast cancer. To give or donate to Thriving Pink, visit www.thrivingpink.org . Thank you to all our wonderful community partners and sponsors: Pink Gala Presenting Sponsors: Kaiser Permanente Napa/Solano, Dignity Health, Jim & Lucinda Childress, Woodland McDonald’s, Yin Ranch Pink Gala Table Sponsors: Sutter Health, Gayle & Stan Barry, Mary & Harris Liu, SwimAmerica Davis, Mara & Dennis Lindsay, Perfect Union, Brooks Painting, Robert Wiebe & Joni Rubin, James Anderson, FIT House, CC & Regina Yin, Jim & Lori Schilling-Davis, Yolo County Supervisor Lucas Frerichs & Stacie Frerichs, Kaiser South Sacramento. Platinum Pink Partners: Davis Firefighters Local 3494, Woodland McDonald’s, The George and Lena Valente Foundation, In Memory of Ann Murray Paige Hot Pink Partners: Black Bear Diner Davis, Blue Sea Resources Inc & Celeste Hanagan, Cancer Champions, Coleman Fung, JoAnn Stodden, Jim & Lucinda Childress, Brooks Painting & Jeremy Brooks, Kathleen & Paul Hart, Michael & Mary Miller, Vandergriff Brent Family Fund, Zumbathon Team, In Memory of Adrienne Anderson, ARP Mini Grant Yolo County, Kaiser Permanente, Dignity Health Bright Pink Partners: Guneet & Bubbly Bajwa, MD, Davis Ace Hardware & Aggie Ace Hardware, Davis Enterprise, Kim Eichorn, Patty & Dave Krueger/Greiner Heating & Air, Jim & Colleen Schneider, NorthBay Health Care, Robert Wiebe & Joni Rubin, SwimAmerica Davis, Lori Schilling-Davis & James Davis, Woodland Sunrise Rotary, Lleyton Yang, Katie and Bryan Bolich, Bobtail Apparel, ACEs Aware Mini Grant, Sutter Health, Davis Food Co-Op, In Memory of Cindy Ditler (partial listing). —Submitted by the Thriving Pink board of directors. 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< Back Thriving Pink’s ProspeROSA holds first ‘cafecito’ event in Woodland GERARDO ZAVALA May 21, 2023 Thriving Pink’s ProspeROSA – a program aimed at providing outreach and support to the Latino and Spanish-speaking breast cancer community – held its first “cafecito” event Saturday at City Park in Woodland. The event was the first since the program held since it held its open house in early March and welcomed several breast cancer “guerreras” – Spanish for warriors. Several “guerreras” told their stories over coffee and pan dulce highlighting their struggles ranging from chemotherapy complications to common stigmas associated with breast cancer. Letitia Garcia, a breast cancer survivor who was diagnosed in 2016, said this was her first time attending a Thriving Pink event. “I’ve known about the organization for about a year,” she explained. “I got this invite a couple of days ago and I said, ‘I have to go and be there with my gals,’ because we’re all going through this journey together.” She noted that the journey is a difficult one and commended the program for providing a space for the Hispanic community to speak about their experiences. “Especially our women who are not speaking, are afraid and need somebody to talk to and that they can connect with,” she stressed. “Come and join us, we’d love to have you.” Maria Del Rio, the Spanish community coordinator for the program, said events like this were created because of a lack of support for the Latino population battling breast cancer. “For Latinos, we’re very community-driven,” Del Rio remarked. “Building networks and sharing a meal, that’s meaningful and provides support.” She explained that everyone attending has gone through similar struggles and is often more understanding of each other than relatives or friends who haven’t had breast cancer before. Del Rio is herself a breast cancer survivor and argued that she would’ve benefited from a support group with other Latinas. “I was diagnosed at 27 with stage two breast cancer and… my friends were there to support me, but I couldn’t find a network of people that was my age or knew someone who has gone through this,” she recounted. When she learned about the program, Del Rio said she was thrilled to be a part of developing something for Yolo County’s Latino community. “I wish I had that when I was going through chemo and through all of my treatment, which I’m still going through now,” she highlighted. “So it’s nice to see this community being built and just being a part of that.” Dr. Alicia Silva, a chairperson for the program, spearheaded the creation of ProspeROSA after noticing that there was a lack of resources available for her Spanish-speaking patients. “Today is a very special day because this is our very first event that’s really focused on Latinas in Yolo County having a get-together,” she argued. “I think it would be amazing if we could have a Latina support group.” Silva also highlighted the need to create more awareness among the Latino community because although breast cancer rates for Latinos in Yolo County are roughly the same as the average rate for other communities, they are often diagnosed in more advanced stages leading to worse outcomes. “So this is really important and really special,” she stressed. ProspeROSA’s headquarters are located at 501 2nd St. in Davis and serve as a place for individuals to connect, build community, check out books and other resources in Spanish and English and participate in programs, according to Board of Directors Chair Joni Rubin. The program has two upcoming events – a Spanish Zoom workshop at 5:30 p.m. on June 28 focusing on self-care for breast cancer survivors, and a Spanish workshop at 5:30 p.m. on July 6 featuring a leading genetics and breast cancer doctor. Previous Next

< Back Thriving Pink: A new home for expanding programs SPECIAL TO THE ENTERPRISE Sep 2, 2022 Our home has always been in our community;to serve, support and advocate for the needs of those diagnosed with breast cancer in Yolo County. We are committed to showing up wherever we can make a meaningful difference. Sometimes at educational workshops, wellness seminars, and community outreach programs.Other times at local hospitals, with walking groups at the park, in the homes of those who are newly diagnosed, and more recently, in the virtual world via Zoom. We will soon have a new home, a real place for gathering, which will be the heart of our community in so many ways. Starting in October 2022, Thriving Pink will be opening a new office and community room at 501 Second Street in downtown Davis. The Pink Place will serve as a gathering place for our entire Thriving Pink community. The location is open and spacious on the first floor with an integrated private office, meeting space, kitchen, and resource library. It will accommodate in-person and hybrid virtual meetings, and includes an outdoor patio area as well. “We are really excited to see this dream come true,” Thriving Pink founder Mary Yin Liu said.“Our programs are growing and expanding after seven years, and we care deeply about our community.This will be a wonderful home and place for our community and volunteers to gather, and provide meaningful support.” Thriving Pink plans to host an Open House with a Pink Ribbon cutting at their holiday reception in early December. As we near the end of summer, the Thriving Pink team also plans several special events to provide unique opportunities for connection and support for the community. “Our workshops are open to the entire community. We welcome everyone to join us,” said Leslie Hunter, Thriving Pink’s new executive director. All of Thriving Pink’s programs and services are provided at no cost to the community. To RSVP to attend a workshop or volunteer to support Thriving Pink’s programs, please email info@thrivingpink.org . Sept. 10 , Thriving Pink Volunteer Day: Creating and assembling care-related items for comfort bags which will be distributed to local hospitals and to newly diagnosed survivors. 7-8 p.m. Monday, Sept. 12: Dr. Melissa Williams “Advances in Breast Cancer Research and Treatment” 9 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 17: Morning Walk at Northstar Pond (Parking at 3500 Anderson Rd, Davis) 7-8 p.m. Monday, Sept. 26: Presentation by Breast Cancer Prevention Partners to focus on cancer prevention by reducing exposure to toxic chemicals and radiation linked to the disease. Sept. 24-25: Thriving Pink Annual Renewal Retreat. This is an annual retreat weekend for individuals in Yolo County newly diagnosed with breast cancer offers meaningful support and resources. The retreat is professionally facilitated and thoughtfully planned by pink peers who have been on the same journey through a cancer diagnosis. Thriving Pink honors, celebrates, and supports those who are impacted by breast cancer. The local nonprofit organization provides individual financial grants to help with essential needs, including medical and quality of life care, educational workshops and wellness seminars facilitated by medical providers, and a pink peer mentoring program for those who are newly diagnosed. “The most important part of Thriving Pink is the realization that no one is in this alone,” said Gayle Norman Barry, who serves as chair of the Mentoring Pink program for Thriving Pink. “There are other survivors always willing to reach out and lend a hand. I found chemo to be tiring and from talking with others, realized that I can take this one step at a time and fight each battle as it comes. There is a place to go to find a group of women who understand and are there to help in every way from the initial diagnosis through the entire journey. I am really passionate about helping others to provide encouragement and support.” Chris Pineda, a local nurse, grant recipient, and Thriving Pink volunteer, said, “I was inspired by Gayle and appreciate the support. I now have a healing plan in addition to my treatment plan.” — Submitted by Thriving Pink board of directors. Previous Next

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< Back City of Woodland proclaims October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month Angelica Vera-Franco Oct 6, 2024 The city of Woodland proclaimed the month of October 2024 to be Breast Cancer Awareness Month. In the proclamation read by Councilwoman Victoria Fernandez during Tuesday’s city council meeting, she noted that breast cancer is among the most commonly diagnosed cancers in American women, estimating that “1-in-8 women will be diagnosed with breast cancer over the course of their lifetime with over 4 million women now living in the U.S. with a history of breast cancer.” The proclamation goes on to state it will be “renewing its commitment to fighting this disease, providing education on risk reduction and early detection and supporting those affected by breast cancer.” This proclamation was established in partnership with Thriving Pink, a non-profit organization that was established in 2016 with a mission to help local breast cancer survivors in Yolo County through a network of support, programs and services at no charge. “Thriving Pink helps the breast cancer community from the time of initial diagnosis and throughout survivorship, providing individual financial grants for immediate and essential needs and programs such as Pink Peer mentors for newly diagnosed individuals, renewal retreats for those who have completed treatment and wellness/educational workshops for all,” the resolution states. Holly Rodriguez, a physical therapist and who is on the Board of Directors for Thriving Pink expressed appreciation for the proclamation passed and emphasized the resources and support that the organization provides for the community. “We’d like to thank the Woodland city council for recognizing October’s Breast Cancer Awareness Month and the efforts of Thriving Pink with the risk of breast cancer in one in eight women, as you said in the U.S. and it’s also one in 1,000 men. It’s important to us that the community knows that there are Thriving Pink resources and support available at no cost,” Rodriguez said. Former mayor of Woodland, Xochitl Rodriguez, also spoke about ProsperRosa, a program that is offered to help the Spanish-speaking and Latino community with resources about breast cancer. Thriving Pink has an office located in Davis. For additional information about resources and programs available, visit www.thrivingpink.org . Previous Next

Patti Hadrava Why I Volunteer When I was diagnosed in 2006, I struggled on my own and was paralyzed with fear about my diagnosis. I did not have much support during my treatments and went online to find a group chat to help me get through this. One day when I went for her treatment, I was given a bag containing a heart pillow and other items. I was touched that someone took the time to care enough to help out a stranger. I now use my sewing talents to make heart pillows and quilts for others. I really wanted to volunteer and give back. The pillows are especially meaningful because after surgery many women find that the seat belt of their car will rub right where the stitches and scars are, irritating the spot and causing discomfort. The pillows, shaped like hearts, soften the weight of the belt and ease the irritation. Our amazing sewing group made 20 pillows their first year and now make up to 200 pillows and 30 quilts every year. Thriving Pink’s volunteer group, Stitches of Love, also gives out comfort bags with helpful items, and financial grants to help many others. I would say that the world and community around breast cancer has changed a lot in the last 15 years. And that is a very, very good thing. This story was developed in partnership with @KLJ Studios in Woodland.

< Back Thriving Pink, a group of extraordinary volunteers, with guest Joni Rubin, on Imagining Yolo Davis, Oct. 13, 2023 Pieter Pastoor Oct 14, 2023 Thriving Pink has a very simple mission: "Our vision is that no one goes through breast cancer alone, whether newly diagnosed or in long-term survivorship." On today's Imagining Yolo Davis , Joni Rubin explains the extraordinary group of volunteers who make it all happen. Joni, chair of the Davis nonprofit's board of directors , "has more than 30 years of experience as a healthcare and wellness leader, innovator, and educator. Diagnosed with breast cancer in 2008, Joni relied on the support of family, friends, colleagues, and community throughout her journey. Paying it forward, Joni is a strong advocate for the breast cancer community. She leads our outreach efforts, supports our mentorship programs, and is also a Pink Peer and mentor to many in our community." Listen to the program here: https://kdrt.org/audio/thriving-pink-group-extraordinary-volunteers-guest-joni-rubin-recorded-oct-13th-2023 Previous Next

< Back Thriving Pink: Pink Gala recognizes grant recipients Special to The Enterprise Mar 30, 2024 Next month, Thriving Pink will host its eighth annual Thriving Pink Gala at the beautiful Yin Ranch Indoor Pavilion on Friday, April 26. Our community will be recognizing all the recent grant awardees with their families, many generous community partners, and community service awardees: Rose Cholewinski (Granting Pink Chair), Sneha Geethakrishnan (UC Davis), and Guillermina Perez (ProspeROSA Committee Member). Each of these outstanding women have been dedicated volunteers and positive leaders supporting our breast cancer community. Please mark your calendar to join us to celebrate and recognize these Local Pink Heroes. Visit www.thrivingpink.org to reserve your seat for this good cause. Thriving Pink’s grant program will provide financial assistance this year to 27 inspiring and very deserving local women who have been diagnosed and impacted by breast cancer in Yolo County. These individual financial grants provide direct support for immediate and essential needs, including medical care, rent, groceries, treatment, and prescriptions. We will be “Honoring the Journey” and supporting each of these incredible women at the upcoming Thriving Pink Gala. Many breast cancer survivors face challenging financial hardships while going through extensive treatment with limited health insurance. So many of these women care more about their families than themselves, and they worry about providing for the basic needs of their children and loved ones. The grant committee works closely with many medical providers, nurses, and physicians who refer their patients to receive mentoring support and financial grants from Thriving Pink. We wish to thank our generous and caring community for embracing our mission which helps Thriving Pink to provide so many women in the breast cancer community with a network of compassionate care and practical resources. Thriving Pink’s Granting Pink Chair, Rose Cholewinski, owner of SwimAmerica-Davis, shared “I am so proud of our community partners who ensure Thriving Pink can continue to do this good work. We have been able to provide a total of over $300,000 since this program started to help many in our community who are fighting an uphill battle with this disease that has taken too many loved ones.” “The generosity and personal support provided for those of us who receive these generous gifts makes Thriving Pink unique in this community,” says Martha Ozonoff, a past grant recipient who volunteers her time as a Thriving Pink board member to help the community. Another grant recipient recently shared, “I am thankful for Thriving Pink and the great support from this caring community. Your generosity has helped to pay for my medical care and treatment which is so very helpful, and I appreciate all the love and support from other women who have been on the same journey.” Thriving Pink also provides Pink Peers with support groups for newly diagnosed women, and open workshops which are professionally facilitated and led by medical providers on the 2 nd and 4 th Mondays of each month. Please join the Pink Team for a upcoming calendar events, visit the website calendar at www.thrivingpink.org , and RSVP to info@thrivingpink.org . The Thriving Pink team is focused on its mission to serve and support thrivers and survivors impacted by breast cancer in Yolo County. As a volunteer-driven, local nonprofit, Thriving Pink is led by a dedicated group of board members and community leaders, including many who have been through this difficult diagnosis of breast cancer and want to give back to the local community. “What’s Raised Here, Stays Here,” says Joni Rubin, Thriving Pink Board Chair and local breast cancer survivors/thriver. “I mentor and support others because no one should go through this journey alone. Thank you for supporting our Thriving Pink community! “We truly appreciate all the generous supporters and donors who give their time and resources to support Thriving Pink and this amazing financial grant program. 100% of the donations will stay in this community to directly help local breast cancer survivors,” shared Leslie Hunter, Executive Director of Thriving Pink. Until there is a cure, Thriving Pink is committed to its mission to help others through this difficult breast cancer journey. If you or someone you know would like to volunteer or needs support for a recent diagnosis of breast cancer, please contact Thriving Pink at info@thrivingpink.org or visit www.thrivingpink.org . Together, we are building stronger families and a stronger community. — Submitted by the Thriving Pink Board of Directors Previous Next

< Back Programa ProspeROSA de Thriving Pink proporciona recursos sobre cáncer de seno Angela Underwood Apr 10, 2024 Thriving Pink trabaja para conectar a las mujeres con apoyo Thriving Pink, es el recurso del Condado Yolo para la lucha y supervivencia de pacientes con cáncer de seno, trabaja arduamente para oscurecer el tono del color asociado con la enfermedad generalizada. "Un diagnóstico de cáncer de seno puede conllevar importantes desafíos físicos, emocionales, espirituales y financieros," dijo Joni Rubin, presidenta de la junta directiva. "Nuestra visión en Thriving Pink es que nadie pasará sola por el cáncer de seno." Citando altas estadísticas de cáncer de seno, con una de cada ocho mujeres diagnosticadas, Rubin dijo que el apoyo y los recursos de la comunidad son muy importantes a lo largo del camino con el cáncer de seno. Según Rubin, muchos pacientes de Winters reciben las subvenciones financieras del programa "Granting Pink" del grupo, y añade: "Queremos asegurarnos de que cualquier persona que pueda beneficiarse de nuestro apoyo sepa acerca de nosotros y pueda participar en nuestros programas y servicios sin costo." Los talleres educativos, las caminatas mensuales y el programa "Pink Peer Mentorship" también benefician a los residentes de Winter. El programa "ProsperRosa" de Thriving Pink apoya a las comunidades latinas y de habla hispana en Winters con programas de extensión virtual para las comunidades rurales del Condado Yolo. "Cada mes, tenemos dos talleres educativos en Zoom que están abiertos a cualquier persona," dijo Rubin, y agregó que los temas incluyen avances en el tratamiento del cáncer y el bienestar posterior a la curación. “Se nos ha unido gente de lugares tan lejanos como Nueva York y Canadá." La cirujana y presidenta de ProspeROSA, Alicia Silva, quien creció en Woodland, dijo que le apasiona brindar apoyo y educación a la comunidad hispana/latina que enfrenta el cáncer de seno. "Ser diagnosticado con cáncer de seno ya es bastante difícil sin tener que añadir desafíos lingüísticos y recursos limitados," dijo Silva. "Nuestro objetivo es ayudar a las latinas y sus familias en su camino con el cáncer de seno." El grupo recientemente agregó un “Cafecito” mensual y una caminata en Woodland para personas de habla hispana para complementar las caminatas mensuales en el área de Davis, además de brindar asistencia a la comunidad incorporada y rural de Yolo Occidental. “Hacemos charlas sobre cáncer de seno, detección temprana y reducción de riesgos en todo el condado para grupos locales como RISE en Esparto y Empower Yolo en Knights Landing," dijo Rubin. "También participamos en eventos comunitarios locales, como el Festival de la Almendra (Almond Festival) en Esparto." María Del Rio, sobreviviente de cáncer de seno y profesional de la salud mental, es voluntaria de ProspeROSA y detalla cómo “un diagnóstico de cáncer de seno, o cualquier diagnóstico de cáncer, se siente como si alguien se hubiera escapado de ti." “Especialmente cuando tienes 27 años y llevas una dieta saludable y un régimen de ejercicio," dijo Del Rio sobre su propia historia. Creo que cuando recibes un diagnóstico, solo quieres sobrevivir y entras en este modo de supervivencia en el que necesitas sobrevivir para ver crecer a tu hijo y estar presente para él." Del Río dijo que todavía está aprendiendo del cáncer de seno como sobreviviente y lo calificó como un proceso de por vida. “Aprendemos a vivir una nueva normalidad y a ser defensores de la salud de las mujeres y la concientización sobre el cáncer de seno. Creo que mientras estaba recibiendo quimioterapia lo que me ayudó fue mi fe, mi familia y la determinación de superar la quimioterapia y no dejar que eso me detuviera." Del Rio dice que se ofrece como voluntaria para contribuir a la comunidad hispana/latina y ser parte de un gran equipo que brinda defensa, educación, empoderamiento y sanación comunitaria. “La comunidad latina en Woodland es muy rica en cultura y unión," dijo Del Rio. "Es agradable ver a la comunidad apoyarse mutuamente en momentos difíciles." Del Rio espera crecer con la comunidad hispanohablante de ProspeROSA. "Es muy importante que todas las comunidades tengan acceso a los servicios y prosperen independientemente de sus orígenes," dijo Del Rio. Rubin, quien también es sobreviviente, dijo que ofrecerse como voluntario y compartir su experiencia con el cáncer de seno es parte del proceso de curación. Rubin, que fue diagnosticada con cáncer de seno en etapa tres hace 15 años, dijo: "Conectarme con personas que habían recorrido este viaje delante de mí realmente me ayudó durante mi tratamiento, y ahora puedo hacer lo mismo por otros." “Me permite pagarlo," dijo Rubin. El otoño pasado, el grupo trabajó con los dos estudiantes del último año de Winters High School en su proyecto Capstone para crear conciencia en la comunidad sobre la detección temprana. “Durante el mes de Octubre de concientización sobre el cáncer de seno, participamos en el partido de fútbol Pinkout del Winters High School, hicimos actividades de divulgación empresarial en el centro y recibimos una proclamación del Ayuntamiento Municipal de Winters," dijo Rubin. El grupo también entrega bolsas cómodas para pacientes recién diagnosticados a todos los sistemas de salud locales, incluido Winters Health Care. "Winters Health Care también es uno de nuestros socios, junto con UC Davis, en una subvención que recibimos del Common Spirit Health que brinda educación y extensión sobre el cáncer de seno a la comunidad latina, incluida la educación sobre el riesgo genético y el apoyo a las pruebas genéticas," dijo Rubin. El grupo también es miembro de la Cámara de Comercio de Winters (Winters Chamber of Commerce) y está trabajando para asociarse con la Asociación Empresarial del Centro de Winters (Winters Downtown Business Association). "Siempre estamos abiertos a formas adicionales en las que podamos hacer correr la voz sobre Thriving Pink para ayudar a cualquier persona en Winters que experimente el cáncer de seno en cualquier etapa de su viaje," dijo Rubin. Para obtener más información sobre Thriving Pink y el programa ProspeROSA, visite www.thrivingpink.org . Previous Next

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