Health and Fitness
May 5, 2025
From: Project Self-SufficiencyBreast cancer survivors are invited to a unique celebration of life at Project Self-Sufficiency on Saturday, June 7th, from 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. The Survivor Celebration will feature a keynote presentation by author, life strategist, and motivational speaker Diana Perez, along with break-out sessions, lunch, music by pianist Anita Raisch, and interactive exhibits. A Question-and-Answer session will be facilitated by medical oncologist Dr. May Abdo-Matkiwsky, and a panel of medical experts. Numerous vendors will be available to offer tips on nutrition, health, wellness, fashion, and exercise. Emotional assistance dogs will be in attendance under the watchful eye of handler Jackie Wagner. Raffles and other prizes will be awarded throughout the event. The free celebration is open to breast cancer survivors. Interested participants must call Project Self-Sufficiency at 973-940-3500 to register.
“We are delighted to gather to applaud the lives of these remarkable breast cancer survivors,” noted Project Self-Sufficiency Executive Director Deborah Berry-Toon. “This celebration teaches women how to maintain their well-being, gives them the opportunity to get the latest facts about breast cancer, and most importantly, invites them to relax and have some fun. We are grateful to all the individuals and organizations who have agreed to join in this special celebration of life.”
In addition to Project Self-Sufficiency, attendees will be invited to peruse exhibits from Idiomatic Wellness, Kessler Institute for Rehabilitation/ReVital Cancer Rehab Program; La Roche Posay; Mary Kay Cosmetics and Skin Care, Newton Medical Center, NJCEED, Regional Cancer Care Associates, Sparta Cancer Center, and the Sussex County Office of Public Health Nursing.