Overaa Construction to Build State-of-the-Art Cancer Support Center

Walnut Creek, CA) – Cancer Support Community San Francisco Bay Area (CSC), a Bay Area-based nonprofit devoted to supporting individuals, families, and communities affected by cancer through no cost comprehensive supportive care and services, announced that Overaa Construction will oversee the building of an innovative state of the art cancer support center in the East Bay that will meet the needs of the growing number of people diagnosed with cancer.

"Overaa Construction is thrilled to partner with Cancer Support Community to build their new state-of-the-art support center,” said Colby Powell, Chief Operations Officer, Overaa Construction. “Overaa and Cancer Support Community share a common goal which is to provide important services that enrich the communities in which we live and work.”

Established in 1907, Overaa Construction is a family-owned contracting company passionate about innovative design that prioritizes safety, sustainability, and reliability. Awarded the Construction Employers’ Association (CEA) President’s Safety Award annually for the past 10 years, their talented team provides a diverse portfolio of projects ranging from commercial, cultural, energy, to health care.

Construction of the new facility will create reimagined spaces that incorporate the serene natural landscape and walking trails surrounding the facility to better meet the mental, physical, and emotional needs of parents and their families. As such, the new center will feature community and wellness rooms, a children and teen’s activity center, spacious classrooms with the most up to date broadcast capabilities, a fully equipped demonstration kitchen, counseling rooms, a vibrant arts room, a movement studio, specialized rooms for acupuncture and massage, a children’s playground, community garden, outdoor program space and walking trails.

“CSC is honored to partner with Overaa Construction in the creation of this cancer center that will transform supportive care for patients and families and serve as a model for the Bay Area and the country.,” said Rob Tufel, MSW, MPH, Chief Executive Officer, CSC. “Overaa’s leadership and expertise will bring our vision to life for a support center where programs can be accessed in a natural healing environment. This new center expands holistic care for patients and families that can have a real impact on their outcomes and quality of life.”

CSC expects to complete construction by the end of 2025. Generous community support has allowed CSC to reach 80% of its fundraising goal and they are actively securing donations for a $5 million match to reach their final capital campaign goal.

To learn more about how you can help build the future of cancer care, stay updated on the center progression, or donate, please visit: https://cancersupport.net/about-us/new-center/.

About Cancer Support Community San Francisco Bay Area (CSC): CSC is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing compassionate support to individuals and families affected by cancer. Founded in 1990, our mission is to uplift and strengthen people impacted by cancer by providing support, fostering compassionate communities, and breaking down barriers to care. We provide free comprehensive support programs including counseling, support groups, nutrition, exercise, emergency financial assistance, and patient education programs as well as special programs for teens and children. Find out more at cancersupport.net.