weSPARK Cancer Support Center
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The concern for everyone involved (both cancer patients and volunteers) at WeSPARK is downright contagIous. There is a 'can-do' quality, a sense of optimism that is indeed rare nowadays---
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
Thru a friend who's going through treatment for breast cancer right now.
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How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
One time
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2003
such a worthwhile cause and lovely people and best of all weSPARK provides a multitude of resources FREE to families and cancer patients from workshops, to yoga and support groups and counseling and rides to appointments....it is such a shame that their founder Wendy Jo Sperber succumbed to cancer herself, but the legacy she has left is priceless.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
by personally knowing some of the staff and witnessing first hand from weSPARK guests the fruits of this wonderful organization.
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If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
I think it is going along great!
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
that guests of weSPARK and their families are warmly welcomed and instantly benefit from the many FREE resources that weSPARK has to offer regarding help and support for cancer patients and their families.
The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
director and weSPARK staff
If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...
expand to wider areas
Ways to make it better...
everything has been great
In my opinion, the biggest challenges facing this organization are...
fund raising to expand more programs since the demand is so great for all of their FREE services which they offer
One thing I'd also say is that...
this organization CARES and delivers!
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About once a year
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
Was a guest that participated in a grief group to help recover form the loss of my mother to cancer. Received immense grief relief. I appreciated the free services and groups and wanted to give back by creating an event fundraiser. They are an amazing group of people in an amazing healing environment.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
healing and recovering.
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How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every week
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
weSPARK is comprised of the kindest souls facilitating a peacful healing center for cancer patients, their friends and families. An incredible array of programs all free of charge. 5 stars
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
my own recovery as I participated in a grief therapy group.
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When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2009
weSPARK is an amazing center where you feel like one big family. The caring and support given is fantastic. There are many options of support to choose from depending on each guests personal needs. The staff is so friendly and accessable. Come in and give it a try!!!!
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
Seeing the positive results experienced by the guests and their families that participate in the programs offered.
Ways to make it better...
If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
Try to get the word out to more people who might not know about it.
The friendly staff is so helpful and the center is warm and cozy. The rooms are filled with laughter and I constantly hear the "guests" talk about how weSPARK has made them feel understood and normal again.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
Seeing the smiling faces of the cancer patients and caregivers that attend the groups
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
the wonderful staff and guests.
The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
caring and work very hard to take care of their guests.
If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...
take care of every cancer patient in LA
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every month
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
I began as a facilitator some years ago. Wendie Jo was active at weSPARK at that time and generated the “spark” in weSPARK. Cancer and laughter, on the face of it, should be in opposition. Not so in the hallowed and cozy weSPARK. Perhaps a little background would give the reader some context. When I was nineteen years old, I lost my mother to cancer. At that time in our history, cancer was a big family secret. “Polite people” handled things, even teenage girls. There were no family support groups. One toughed it out and got on with it. Imagine my delight to find, “as an adult” a place where I could give the thing I had wanted most. Nancy Allen’s insight into how best to showcase the needs of the guests was part of Wendi Jo’s vision. Nancy brought that vision to life as Creative Director. What I get from the guests is far more than I give. Thank you weSPARK staff.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
Facilitating classes
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How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every week
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2009
I have worked and met with most all the staff at WeSpark and they truly hold my highest regards for their passion and dedication to their cause. I have seen numerous guest (patients) who come to WeSpark for some form of support and they have always been welcomed and nurtured with open arms and without descrimination to any particular circumstance. I have had the pleasure of working with this fine organization and look forward to on many accounts in the future. Without any reservation, I highly recommend anyone to be involved themselves with WeSpark on some level.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
fundraising activities, day to day activities, and patient intakes, group sessions
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
the people that work and volunteer. They are what make the difference.
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every month
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
Almost 10 years ago, I sat with weSPARK's founder, Wendie Jo Sperber, as she described her vision for a place where cancer patients, their friends and families could receive the support they need in a warm, friendly environment. Before her death, she not only realized that vision, but began it's expansion. weSPARK represents the best example of how small, intimate non-profits can effectively serve their communities.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
by working on special events with many of weSPARK's guests.
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How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every six months
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
My wife and I have been involved in We Spark for almost 3 years.She as a stage 4 metastatic colon cancer patient and I as a caregiver. Both of us rarely miss our respective Tuesday meetings in Santa Clarita.It gives us support,comfort and information from people who are in the same boat as we are.And moderated by a professional versed in these issues. It's a place we can go to get away from the daily bombardment of healthcare,caregiving and well wishing advice of well meaning people. We also participate in yoga classes and various fund raising, golf and fund raising walks. We Spark has given us much comfort and support.Life would have been much more difficult without them. Ron & Irene Singerman Santa Clarita Valley.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
The knowledge gained,comfort and comeraderie from attending the sessions and events. My stress level is where it is most likely due to my participation in what is offerred.
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How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every week
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2010
We Spark has been a tremendous help to my wife as a cancer patient and myself as a caregiver. We each attend our respective weekly group meetings which has helped us through our 2 year ordeal. We also participate in Yoga twice per week and ny wife attends several other available group gatherings. Our lives have been much more tolerable with We Spark showing us the way.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
The effect it has on people after a few group sessions. The quality of people running the group sessions[LCSW]as well as the admin staff.
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If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
Advertise the services offered in newprint,Magazines or local TV.However,I don't know what they can afford.
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
The caregiver weekly group meetings.Feels as though we have all bonded.Gain strength from each other.
The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
Competent and obviously happy to be doing what they are doing.
If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...
Advertise as previously stated. They could expand the locations and increase the size of existing locations.
Ways to make it better...
I have no answer for this question.Satisfied with the current level of services offered.
In my opinion, the biggest challenges facing this organization are...
Maintaining a participant base as some people lose the battle.
One thing I'd also say is that...
I expect to continue to be active in this organization even if I no longer need their services as a caregiver or bereaver if that day were to come.
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2009
WeSpark is the most loving, beautiful and generous place! i absolutely LOVE providing services for everyone here. it is this exceptional haven for so many on their healing journeys. the value of being seen, understood, loved, supported, and provided for as a whole being (and not just a disease) cannot be overestimated. it is totally heart-centered and not remotely clinical. i recommend WeSpark to people i meet all the time. it is a privilege to work here.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
the gratitude the guests have for this unique and nurturing space.
Ways to make it better...
If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
establish more direct relationships with area hospitals. (i might just be unaware of them, i don't get to see how the rest of the org is run)
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
hearing how my work is helping someone get through their journey with more optimism, grace, trust, and peace.
The kinds of staff and volunteers that I met were...
amazing, heart-centered people.
If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...
expand into other areas of the state, provide more services and classes, and perhaps have their methods studied and implemented as important aspects of cancer treatment.
Ways to make it better...
i could be here more days of the week (financially not feasible).
In my opinion, the biggest challenges facing this organization are...
establishing a strong yet heart-centered leadership (though a new committee is now in place so this might be it!), and a streamlined communication system.
One thing I'd also say is that...
it is a real privilege to be affiliated with WeSpark. i am very proud of all that they do.
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2009
Volunteering for such an amazing charitable orginization was truly inspiring. Hearing the personal stories from others about how much this program has helped and changed their lives was something I'd never give back.
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I've personally experienced the results of this organization in...
The ways survivors who have been helped and inspired through this orginization speak about it.
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If I had to make changes to this organization, I would...
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Ways to make it better...
I could make the time to keep volunteering.
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2009
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