The Pink Ribbon Program originated when Doreen began working with breast cancer survivors as a Pilates Instructor and Exercise Physiologist.  She was stunned to discover that survivors were discharged following mastectomy, lymph node dissections and even reconstructive surgeries without a plan for either physical therapy or rehabilitation of the affected side.  With her energy, drive and knowledge of exercise physiology, Doreen set out to develop a program to help her clients achieve their best possible recovery.

The Pink Ribbon Program was well underway when Doreen faced her own cancer diagnosis when an early cancer was discovered following breast reduction surgery.  Even with her level of fitness and understanding of breast cancer, she was overwhelmed by both the diagnosis and recovery.  She applied the Pink Ribbon protocol to her own recovery, and continued to tweak the exercises and stages based on her experience.  Today the Pink Ribbon Program is a gentle, staged process that begins when the survivor is either six weeks past her surgery or has received her doctor’s approval to begin gentle exercise.

You can become a Post-Rehabilitative Breast Cancer Exercise Specialist by registering for the Pink Ribbon Program in Reno, Nevada on November 4 & 5, 2011.  The classes are brought to you through the efforts of the Healing Moves Foundation.  We would like to thank our co-host Saint Mary’s Center for Health & Fitness. 

Register today for the Pink Ribbon Program!

Tuesday, September 20, 2011

12:30 pm - 1:30 pm

985 Damonte Ranch Pkwy,  Suite 320  (Grubb & Ellis office in south Reno, just west of the Home Depot store.)

(775) 686-9296  cell phone (text or call)

Why volunteer?

There is nothing quite like helping people who are in need. When you start to feel overwhelmed with the pressures of life, try to focus on someone else’s life. Open your eyes to the challenges others are facing. Oftentimes our personal struggles don’t seem so daunting when compared to the worries of our friends or acquaintances. If you are able to give help to others in need, a true healing will begin to take place. You will help heal another person, but most importantly you will help heal yourself.

Click here to register for the Pink Ribbon Program

Course Description:

The goal of this interactive two day course is to provide the participants with a knowledge base that is essential to the successful evaluation of the breast cancer survivor, from diagnosis to treatment, recovery, prevention of lymphedema and proper exercise guidelines and protocols.

Date and Times:

November 4 & 5, 2011
Friday: 2:00pm – 8:00pm,  Saturday:  8:00am – 2:00pm

Training Location:

Saint Mary’s Center for Health & Fitness
645 N. Arlington Ave., Suite 100
Reno, Nevada  89503

Cost:

Workshop $425, Course materials $35 plus shipping

Title:

Post Rehabilitative Breast Cancer Exercise Specialist

Continuing Education Credits:

Approved by ACE (American Council on Exercise) – 1.1 CECs
Approved by PMA (Pilates Method Alliance) for 11 hours

Upon completion of the class you will be able to:

• Demonstrate an understanding of the different surgeries, including breast reconstruction and the impact of these surgeries on physical mobility.
• Understand the signs and symptoms of upper extremity lymphedema and axillary web syndrome.
• Develop a comprehensive rehabilatation program using a Pilates-based approach including movement sequencing specific for the breast cancer survivor.

Click here for more information on the Pink Ribbon Program

All ages and abilities are encouraged to come out and try something new in a fun, safe environment. Participants are required to have a guardian sign a release form to take part. Don’t forget the sunscreen and wear close-toed shoes.

For more information, call 353-7815. The Sparks Marina Park is located at 300 Howard Drive.  Print the flyer for the event.

Click on Disabled Sports USA Far West to read about more fun and exciting programs designed for people of all ages and abilities!

• Date: August 18, 2010
• Time:  6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.
• Location:  985 Damonte Ranch Pkwy,  Suite 320
                        Reno, NV
• Contact:  (775) 852-8793

My liver died suddenly for reasons that I still do not know.  In January 1998, I was healthy and active; in February I realized I was sick and on March 6^th I flew to Stanford University in California.  On March 9^th I was in a coma and placed on the transplant list.  My family gathered, but could only wait and pray.  On March 12, 1998, I woke with a new liver and a new life.

I reached out to my donor family early by most standards after my transplant.  I am so very blessed that they reached right back.  We spoke by phone and I met my donor family on the one year anniversary of my transplant.  I learned that my donor was a nineteen year old man who lost his life in a tragic motorcycle accident.  Terry Snow’s parents, John and Kathy, had never discussed organ donation with Terry.  In the midst of their own unimaginable grief, the Snow’s made a decision that would bless several families with the gift in the form of a heart, lung, kidneys and a liver.  Five families received miracles that day.  Words cannot adequately express the gratitude in my heart for my donor family. 

Since my transplant it has become my strong desire to share my experience and accomplishments as a transplant recipient.  I seek out opportunities to show how successful organ transplantation can be while raising awareness for the growing need.  My donor family is an incredible part of that outreach.  Their strength, courage and compassion are unmatched.  Kathy was a nurse at the time of Terry’s death; she is now a Renal Transplant Coordinator.  Our lives have been forever molded together.  Side by side, Kathy and I now share our collective experience and encourage families to discuss organ donation.

During one of our visits in 2001, my donor family told me about the U.S. Transplant Games.  John and Kathy have accompanied my husband, daughter and I to the games in 2002, 2004, 2006 and 2008.   I have competed in cycling, swimming and track.  With John and Kathy by my side, I was honored to receive the Jerry Cound Outstanding Female Athlete Award at the 2006 US Transplant Games.  I have been honored to represent Team USA at the World Transplant Games both in Bangkok, Thailand and in Gold Coast, Australia.  Over the past few years, I have begun competing in triathlons and hope that through my athletic endeavors, I may be able to continue to peak interest and show the success of organ donation.

We held our first Donate Life Walk in 2008.  Our goals were humble as we hoped to have 100 participants.   It became quite evident that first year that we could truly share the need while impacting our community in a positive way as over 300 people came out to support the walk.  It is my personal desire to continue to be a part of this wonderful outreach and to truly impact our community by sharing our stories, honoring donor families and showing the success of organ donation.  I hope that you will consider participating in the 3^rd Annual Donate Life Walk on May 16^th at the Sparks Marina.  

 I have truly been blessed with wonderful experiences and incredible personal recognition; however, the true heroes remain my donor family.  I hope to honor them and the memory of my donor, Terry Snow, in every aspect of my life.

Written by:  Tracy Copeland
Read more on the 3rd Annual Donate Life Walk in Northern Nevada

There are over 107,000 people currently waiting on the National Transplant Waiting List.  Every 10 minutes another name gets added to that list.  Sadly, 18 men, women and children die each day because of lack of available organs.  This April is Donor Awareness Month.  Please consider registering to become an organ donor.  You have the power to donate life!  For more information on organ and tissue donation and transplantation visit The Transplant Network.

One of our goals at the Healing Moves Foundation is to bring these special physical activity programs to our communities.  To achieve this goal, we are excited to announce our participation with the Pink Ribbon Program designed for breast cancer patients.  This program helps restore the quality of life and healthy body image for those who have been diagnosed with breast cancer despite any physical limitations brought on by their course of treatment.  

The Pink Ribbon Certification Program is open to physical therapists, occupational therapists, Pilate’s instructors, physical fitness professionals, registered nurses, and healthcare professionals.   Currently, the program has certified over 400 instructors in the United States, Australia and Europe. 

 For more information:  Pink Ribbon Program

All raffle proceeds will benefit the Healing Moves Foundation!  You can purchase one ticket for $5 or five tickets for $20.  The drawing will be held in Reno, Nevada on January 2, 2010.  Winners will be contacted by phone.  There will be two drawings, each for one 6-week bootcamp pass.  For more information, call Bill at (775) 378-9798 or log on to www.billduvall.com.

Thank you to all of the Healing Moves Foundation members and sponsors who came to support our mission to help patients improve the quality of their lives!

In the photo: Reno Mayor Bob Cashell is seen supporting the Healing Moves Foundation while celebrating the pre-opening of Cheeseburger Island Style Restaurant with owners Laren Gartner and Edna Baliff, and executive vice president Robert Kaskie.