Join us at this info session to learn more about our upcoming AYA retreat on September 25-27, 2026.

Join us on August 26 @ 12 pm for a special session with two experienced attorneys from Neighborhood Legal Services Los Angeles and the Department of Managed Healthcare. Toni Vargas, Attorney at Law. Neighborhood Legal Services Donella Green, Attorney at Law, Department of Managed Healthcare

Topics to be covered:

Overall Healthcare Coverage

Overview & Navigation Medi-Cal and Covered California changes

Options for fighting insurance denials

This support group occurs on the 1st Thursday of each month. Open to young adult cancer patients and survivors between the ages of 18-39 treated at USC and/or residing in CA.

Join us on July 27 for a special talk to better understand Sarcoma. Dr. Mark Agulnik is a board-certified medical oncologist specializing in sarcomas, including bone and soft tissue cancers and gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GIST). He is nationally recognized for his work in immunotherapy, targeted therapies, and precision medicine, and has authored more than 100 scientific publications. 

• Overview of sarcoma diagnosis and treatment

• The importance of specialized sarcoma care

• Emerging therapies and clinical research

• Advances in precision medicine

• The role of multidisciplinary care in improving outcomes

This event is co-hosted by Cancer Support Community Greater San Gabriel Valley.

This monthly workshop welcomes anyone affected by cancer—patients, survivors, and caregivers—who wants to put their experiences, emotions, and insights into words, whether for personal healing, creative expression, or to craft something intended to reach others. Each session offers a theme to spark inspiration and creates space for your story to unfold, helping you release stuck energy, connect with your inner voice, and transform your experiences into something meaningful.

This support group occurs on the 1st Thursday of each month. Open to young adult cancer patients and survivors between the ages of 18-39 treated at USC and/or residing in CA.

El Dorado Nature Center in Long Beach is an oasis of natural habitat with two lakes - an escape from the hustle and bustle of the urban environment. Join us on June 27 for a relaxing day of a nature walk and a picnic. There are multiple trails available, ranging from 1/4 to two miles. Lunch will be served with opportunities to play fun board games and hang out with your fellow AYAs and families. FREE for young adults with cancer and family members. Bring your picnic goods (blankets, chairs, etc).

This monthly workshop welcomes anyone affected by cancer—patients, survivors, and caregivers—who wants to put their experiences, emotions, and insights into words, whether for personal healing, creative expression, or to craft something intended to reach others. Each session offers a theme to spark inspiration and creates space for your story to unfold, helping you release stuck energy, connect with your inner voice, and transform your experiences into something meaningful.

This support group occurs on the 1st Thursday of each month. Open to young adult cancer patients and survivors between the ages of 18-39 treated at USC and/or residing in CA.

This monthly workshop welcomes anyone affected by cancer—patients, survivors, and caregivers—who wants to put their experiences, emotions, and insights into words, whether for personal healing, creative expression, or to craft something intended to reach others. Each session offers a theme to spark inspiration and creates space for your story to unfold, helping you release stuck energy, connect with your inner voice, and transform your experiences into something meaningful.

Join us for a fun pickleball meetup on April 12! Learn from the professional coaches how to play well in this most popular community sport since the pandemic.

FREE Joola paddles give away! FREE food and drinks!

The presentation will cover the following topics:

• What is Palliative Care?

• Introduction to Whole-Person Care

• Navigating the Unique Challenges for the Young Adult 

• Wanting Life to Go Back to “Normal”

• Practical Tools to get through Tough Moments 

This support group occurs on the 1st Thursday of each month. Open to young adult cancer patients and survivors between the ages of 18-39 treated at USC and/or residing in CA.

The presentation will cover the services offered at the Image Enhancement Center at Norris, including mastectomy supplies, wigs, compression garments, headpieces/turbans/hats, and skincare, and will discuss coverage by medical insurance. Q &A.

This monthly workshop welcomes anyone affected by cancer—patients, survivors, and caregivers—who wants to put their experiences, emotions, and insights into words, whether for personal healing, creative expression, or to craft something intended to reach others. Each session offers a theme to spark inspiration and creates space for your story to unfold, helping you release stuck energy, connect with your inner voice, and transform your experiences into something meaningful.

This support group occurs on the 1st Thursday of each month. Open to young adult cancer patients and survivors between the ages of 18-39 treated at USC and/or residing in CA.

This monthly workshop welcomes anyone affected by cancer—patients, survivors, and caregivers—who wants to put their experiences, emotions, and insights into words, whether for personal healing, creative expression, or to craft something intended to reach others. Each session offers a theme to spark inspiration and creates space for your story to unfold, helping you release stuck energy, connect with your inner voice, and transform your experiences into something meaningful.

Join team AYA@USC in the LA 5K and Marathon to help fundraise for young adults against cancer!

This event takes place on Saturday-Sunday, March 7-8, 2026

To join team AYA@USC, email shuli@usc.edu

For more information, please email shuli@usc.edu

Join team AYA@USC in the LA 5K and Marathon to help fundraise for young adults against cancer!

This event takes place on Saturday-Sunday, March 7-8, 2026

To join team AYA@USC, email shuli@usc.edu

For more information, please email shuli@usc.edu

This support group occurs on the 1st Thursday of each month. Open to young adult cancer patients and survivors between the ages of 18-39 treated at USC and/or residing in CA.

This will be an unforgettable night!

Join us for an exciting game night between LA Clippers vs. Orlando Magic on Feb. 22, 2026.

FREE tickets for young adults with cancer and their families. Limited space. RSVP now!

For questions, email shuli@usc.edu

This monthly workshop welcomes anyone affected by cancer—patients, survivors, and caregivers—who wants to put their experiences, emotions, and insights into words, whether for personal healing, creative expression, or to craft something intended to reach others. Each session offers a theme to spark inspiration and creates space for your story to unfold, helping you release stuck energy, connect with your inner voice, and transform your experiences into something meaningful.

This support group occurs on the 1st Thursday of each month. Open to young adult cancer patients and survivors between the ages of 18-39 treated at USC and/or residing in CA.

New Year's Resolution! Join us for a special Behind the Scenes tour and time travel experience at the Natural History Museum of LA County. Walk Through History and imagine the future.

For questions, email shuli@usc.edu

This monthly workshop welcomes anyone affected by cancer—patients, survivors, and caregivers—who wants to put their experiences, emotions, and insights into words, whether for personal healing, creative expression, or to craft something intended to reach others. Each session offers a theme to spark inspiration and creates space for your story to unfold, helping you release stuck energy, connect with your inner voice, and transform your experiences into something meaningful.

New Year Resolution! Join us for a fun pickleball meetup on Jan. 19! Learn from the professional coaches how to play well in this most popular community sport since the pandemic.

FREE Joola paddles give away! FREE food and drinks!

This event takes place at ipickle Arcadia on Monday, Jan. 19, 4- 7 pm. Limited Spots. RSVP NOW.

For questions, email shuli@usc.edu

Join us for an unforgettable evening at the Enchanted Forest of Lights at Descanso Gardens! Wander through glowing, immersive art installations, enjoy the magic of twinkling pathways, and experience the gardens transformed into a dazzling winter wonderland. We’d love for you to share in the joy, warmth, and wonder of this special night with us!

This support group occurs on the 1st Thursday of each month. Open to young adult cancer patients and survivors between the ages of 18-39 treated at USC and/or residing in CA.

Join us for this special grief session, utilizing sound bath therapy to create a gentle and restorative space for processing loss and finding emotional balance. In this shared healing environment, participants can acknowledge and honor their emotions while experiencing collective support. There will also be a letter-writing activity and a group discussion facilitated by Aliya Austin from Our House Grief Support Center.

This monthly workshop welcomes anyone affected by cancer—patients, survivors, and caregivers—who wants to put their experiences, emotions, and insights into words, whether for personal healing, creative expression, or to craft something intended to reach others. Each session offers a theme to spark inspiration and creates space for your story to unfold, helping you release stuck energy, connect with your inner voice, and transform your experiences into something meaningful.