Breast Cancer Resource Center, Santa Barbara

08/17/2026

As Dr. Melissa Drake shared in our Pink Week webinar: “The patient really is the head of the health care team...”

At BCRC, we are here to give you the community and support to step into that leadership role for your own health.

Did you miss this incredible session? Click the link in our bio to watch the full replay of Dr. Drake’s webinar!

https://zurl.co/COWZJ

08/12/2026

Cancer can take so much…your energy, your confidence, your routine, and sometimes even your sense of self. Reclaiming joy can be as simple as putting on the brightest earrings you can find. 💖✨

Debbie reminds us that healing isn’t just about treatment; it’s also about embracing the little things that bring happiness, confidence, and a sense of self.

Your support of the Breast Cancer Resource Center helps provide free programs, compassionate support, and meaningful connections that bring hope and light to individuals navigating a breast cancer diagnosis.

💗 Click the link in our bio to support BCRC today.

08/06/2026

Old Spanish Days is here, bringing a week filled with rich traditions, vibrant culture, music, dancing, and the community spirit that makes Santa Barbara so special.

At the Breast Cancer Resource Center, we're grateful to be part of this incredible community and for the compassion and support that neighbors show one another every day.

We wish everyone a joyful, safe, and memorable Fiesta celebration! ❤️🪅

To explore this year's events and festivities, visit https://zurl.co/1z9BE.

07/30/2026

On International Day of Friendship, we are honoring the incredible power of peer connection 💗

A breast cancer diagnosis can make your world feel very small, very fast. But as one of our clients shared, finding BCRC meant finding “...a place to go where you can talk to people who are going through it too... I was surrounded by so much support.”

Our support groups and peer-to-peer mentoring programs are designed to break through the isolation. No filters, no judgment—just a community of people who truly understand what you're experiencing, every step of the way.

Best of all? Accessing this community will never cost you a dime.

Tap the link in our bio to see our upcoming support group schedule or to request a 1-on-1 peer mentor.

07/24/2026

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When you or someone you love is facing breast cancer, self-care isn't a luxury - it’s a necessity. But navigating the journey can feel overwhelming, and cost should never be a barrier to getting help.

That’s why the BCRC provides vital support services at zero cost to you.
Swipe through to explore our free services, from peer support to personal care resources.

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07/13/2026

We were honored to receive a generous $10,000 sponsorship from the Santa Ynez Band of Chumash Indians Foundation in support of Pink Week 2026 and the mission of the Breast Cancer Resource Center of Santa Barbara.

Pictured (L-R): Director of Donor Engagement Armando Martinez, Tribal Chairman Kenneth Kahn, and Executive Director Silvana Kelly.

This support helps advance Pink Week’s goal of raising awareness, inspiring community engagement, and encouraging breast health education.

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07/08/2026

Registration is available for this free online conference on Work and Cancer, October 17, 2026.

"This free, daylong event explores the complexities of balancing treatment and recovery with employment and is open to patients, survivors, caregivers, healthcare professionals, employers, advocates, HR professionals and anyone else touched by cancer."

2026 West Coast Conference on Work & Cancer

07/07/2026

No one knows your body better than you do. As Dr. Priti Gagneja shares, it’s almost always the patient who notices a change first!

Click the link in our bio to discover the expert care from Dr. Priti Gagneja and the incredible community support waiting for you at the Breast Cancer Resource Center.

For the full video head over to our PINK WEEK on demand library to watch the entire session. “Breast Cancer in Primary Care” with Dr. Priti Gagneja.

https://zurl.co/COWZJ

07/04/2026

Happy 4th of July from the BCRC team! Have a fantastic and safe 4th 🎆✨

07/01/2026

The shift to summer reminds us to make time for the things that nourish our well-being and renew our spirit. ✨

We have a beautiful lineup of programming and services ready for you this month! 👉 Swipe through to see our July 2026 calendar, including a special - Live, Learn, Lunch: Acupuncture & Qigong for wellness (Friday, July 10) on Zoom as Matt Pesendian L.Ac., discusses how these complementary therapies holistically help manage treatment side effects and enhance recovery. You'll also learn simple Qigong practices to bring into daily life.

Ready to join us? Tap the link in our bio to register & view our calendar!