A safe place to manage my new normal

My cancer journey began December 2017 following the results of an annual mammogram. I remember receiving the call from my doctor while out buying Christmas candy. She sounded like Charlie Brown’s mum after I heard the words “breast cancer.” I was advised to have a lumpectomy, but an angel on my shoulder prompted me to have a double mastectomy. I didn’t know how to navigate this new normal, thankfully my oncologist recommended Cancer Support Community (CSC).

In CSC I found a family who had walked the cancer path and was my guide in those scary early days. They spoke the language and shared their inspirational stories.

I continue classes at CSC to stay informed on nutrition, exercise, and planning for my future. The free emotional support and educational programs have helped me and my family make informed lifesaving decisions and embrace our new normal.

To give back this year, I am proud to lead the CSC Hope Walk on May 21st as the event chairperson. I remember my first Hope Walk 6-weeks post-surgery. I felt invincible as we proudly walked through Heather Farm Park. I hope you’ll join me in walking and supporting CSC. Learn more at hopewalkbayarea.net.

-Aileen Cameron

Cancer survivor, CSC member

In-Person Walk*:

Saturday, May 21, 2022

Heather Farm Park, Walnut Creek

8:30 am - 12:30 pm

Virtual Hope Walk Week:

May 15 -21, 2022

Walk from anywhere!

Details and registration: hopewalkbayarea.net

Cancer Support Community provides FREE comprehensive care - including counseling, support groups, nutrition, exercise and education - for cancer patients and their loved ones. With centers in Walnut Creek, Antioch, and virtual programming. Visit cancersupport.net for more information.