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About Michelle’s Place

We are proud to offer more than 10,000 comfort and support services annually to individuals and families affected by all types of cancer.

Michelle’s Place is the only local cancer resource center, serving all cancers, for individuals and their families facing a diagnosis. Serving the Counties of Riverside, San Bernadino, and North San Diego, more than 70 NEW clients each month seek out supportive services, in addition to the hundreds of clients who attend classes, support groups, and programs.

All services and programs are available to clients at no cost, for anyone in need of comfort, support, and hope.

Meet the Michelle’s Place Staff

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Kim Gerrish, CFRE

Executive Director

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Michele Brewer

Director of Operations

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Amber Berkey, CFRE

Fundraising & Development Officer

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Regina Casini, CVA

Survivor & Volunteer Coordinator

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Jennifer Evans

Programs Manager

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Laura Cuevas Lawrence, CHW

Survivor & Lead Patient Navigator

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Mercedes Ruiz, CHW

Lead Patient Navigator

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Alison Garza

Survivor & Administrative Coordinator

MEET ALISON
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Priscilla Poveda, CHW

Community Health Worker

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Miriam Crocker

Communications Coordinator

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Cheree Hill

Survivor & Administrative Coordinator

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Our Board Members

The Michelle’s Place Executive Board includes members of Michelle’s family, local business owners and survivors.

Each is dedicated to the Mission and Vision of Michelle’s Place.

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Marilyn Watson

Founder

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Bill Watson

Founder

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Wayne Watson

Founder

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Jan Geller

President

Charles Boylston

Past President

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Renee Fininis

Board Member

Stefani Laszko

Board Member

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Leslie Doherty

Vice President, Treasurer & Survivor

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Cyndi Light

Secretary, Survivor

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Annie Bostre-Le

Board Member

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Kelly Noon

Board Member

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Jay Diallo

Board Member

Michelle Brown

Board Member

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