Walk in solidarity with the community’s cancer patients and survivors...
Most people have had cancer touch their lives in someway, be it through a personal battle or standing by a loved one diagnosed with the disease. Places like Geneva’s LivingWell Cancer Resource Center (LWCRC), a non-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of those touched by cancer, help ease the journey for patients and families alike. LWCRC will hold its 6th Annual Bridge Walk to raise awareness and funds about the organizations 35 programs and services. The 5K Walk and Celebration Walk will take place the morning of Saturday, May 14, 2011, located at Fabyan Park in Geneva, IL.
LWCRC knows that a healthy dose of community support and love go a long way in the fight against cancer. In addition to a 5K walk along the Fox River, the 6th Annual Bridge Walk will include a Celebration Walk for cancer survivors. The whole family will enjoy fun morning of live music, refreshments, and children’s activities set in the beautiful Kane County Forest Preserve.
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LivingWell Cancer Resource Center sees how treating the whole person, not just the illness, is the key to coping with and battling cancer. LWCRC offers counseling, networking and support groups for patients and families, educational classes and seminars, and mind and body classes, including Pilates, yoga, massage, and laughter therapy. The organization hosts the annual Bridge Walk to raise funds so it can continue to offer dozens of programs and services free of charge.
The event begins at 7 a.m. rain or shine. Visit http://birdgewalk.kintera.org to register for the walk; participants can register with a sponsored team, multiple, family, or as an individual.
