Michelle's Place

Comfort Kitchen (Sign-up Required)
2025-10-17 11:00 - 12:30, 2025-11-14 11:00 - 12:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Michelle’s Place, 41669 Winchester Rd Suite 101, Temecula, CA, 92590, United States
Workshop Topic: Using technology to simplify planning, shopping, and eating well
Comfort Kitchen is a hands-on workshop for individuals with cancer to build confidence in planning, shopping for, and preparing simple, nourishing meals. Learn to read food labels, stock your kitchen with easy staples, and create hassle-free recipes and snacks. Participants will leave with practical tools and tips they can use right away—especially on low-energy days.
If you are a current client of Michelle’s Place, please click on the link below to reserve your spot.
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Fuel for the Fight (Sign-up Required)
2025-11-07 11:00 - 12:30, 2026-01-09 11:00 - 12:30, 2026-02-06 11:00 - 12:30, 2026-03-06 11:00 - 12:30, 2026-04-03 11:00 - 12:30, 2026-08-07 11:00 - 12:30
Fuel for the Fight: A Supportive Nutrition Workshop for Cancer Patients
Learn how to nourish your body and feel your best during and after treatment.
Fuel for the Fight is a supportive, evidence-based workshop designed for individuals with cancer who want to better understand how to eat well during treatment. Together, we’ll explore simple, practical nutrition strategies to help manage common side effects like fatigue, nausea, and appetite changes. Gain confidence in preparing nourishing meals that work for you.
What’s included:

Educational presentation led by a nutrition expert
Hands-on cooking activity
Customizable, symptom-friendly recipe to make and enjoy
Take-home tips, tools, and a recipe you can easily recreate
Leave empowered, supported, and well-fed!

If you are a current client of Michelle’s Place, please click on the link below to reserve your spot.
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I Hate The Color Pink: Lunch and Learn (Sign-up Required)
2025-11-08 12:00 - 13:30
Join us for a Lunch & Learn with author Susan Svoboda, who turned her breast cancer journey into a story of resilience and advocacy. Diagnosed in 2021, she navigated surgery, countless appointments, and the emotional rollercoaster of treatment and channeled her experiences into her self-published book, “I HATE THE COLOR PINK”.
Susan shares her story with honesty, humor, and heart, encouraging everyone to be their own health advocate. The session includes a candid talk, a chapter reading, and an open Q&A.
Books will be available for $12, though the true focus is connection, conversation, and empowerment.
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BEautiful You (Sign-up Required)
2025-12-19 11:00 - 13:00
BEautiful You: Self-Care & Beauty Class for Cancer Patients Featuring Thrive Causemetics
Michelle’s Place is excited to introduce our new class for those that are in current treatment or less than 6 months post treatment. BEautiful You classes teach you techniques to help with self-care support, beauty tips, and wig fittings. We will provide you with a makeup bag stocked with clean products with a value of over $200, recommended by an oncologist.
If you need assistance with:

Hydrating your skin
Learning how to apply lashes and draw brows
Learning what ingredients to avoid in products

Interested and meet the above qualifications? Reach out to your Patient Navigator for more information. Sign up spots are limited!

Comfort Kitchen (Sign-up Required)
2026-01-23 11:00 - 12:30, 2026-02-20 11:00 - 12:30, 2026-03-13 11:00 - 12:30, 2026-04-10 11:00 - 12:30
Comfort Kitchen is a hands-on workshop for individuals with cancer to build confidence in planning, shopping for, and preparing simple, nourishing meals. Learn to read food labels, stock your kitchen with easy staples, and create hassle-free recipes and snacks. Participants will leave with practical tools and tips they can use right away—especially on low-energy days.
If you are a current client of Michelle’s Place, please click on the link below to reserve your spot.
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Grief, Loss & Letting Go – Making Space for What Comes Next: Lunch and Learn (Sign-up Required)
2026-02-14 12:00 - 14:00
Join us for a Lunch & Learn Workshop with Rosie Fox, Certified Grief Specialist.
About Rosie:
Rosie brings both professional training and lived experience, having served as a caregiver for her mother through breast cancer and later colon cancer, offering compassionate support for patients and caregivers alike. Her work is grounded in compassion, practical tools, and a belief that no one should navigate this journey alone.
About the Workshop:
This thoughtful workshop is designed designed to help individuals, families, and caregivers navigating a cancer diagnosis. Together, we’ll explore ways to navigate grief and loss while caring for your emotional health. Learn strategies to process difficult emotions, honor what’s behind you, and create space for what comes next, while maintaining meaningful connections with loved ones.
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Self-Love Workshop (Sign-up Required)
2026-02-27 11:00 - 13:00
Self-Love Workshop
Join us for a meaningful and supportive conversation on the power of self-love and the profound impact it has on every area of our lives, our relationships, our well-being, and the way we show up in the world. Together, we will explore why self-love is not selfish, but essential for living with balance, authenticity, and confidence. This is your invitation to pause, turn inward, and honor the beautiful soul you are.
During this workshop, you will explore:

What self-love truly is and what it is not
The key differences between self-love and self-care
Why self-love is not selfish, but essential
How to recognize and release negative self-talk and self-doubt
Inner child healing and compassionate self-connection
Ways to strengthen self-esteem and self-worth
Tools to feel more empowered, confident, and in control of your life
How we can continue to give without depletion, by filling our tank first

This workshop offers a safe, encouraging space to reconnect with yourself, refill your inner tank, and move forward with greater clarity, confidence, and self-compassion.
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Cancer 101: Understanding Your Diagnosis in Plain Language Lunch & Learn (Sign-up Required)
2026-03-27 12:00 - 13:30, 2026-06-26 12:00 - 13:30
A Lunch & Learn seminar for anyone newly diagnosed, currently in treatment, or supporting a loved one.
Receiving a cancer diagnosis can feel overwhelming, especially when medical terms are difficult to understand. This Lunch & Learn educational seminar is designed to help patients, caregivers, and families better understand common cancer terminology and diagnosis information in a clear and approachable way.
Join us for an informative and supportive session where complex medical terms are explained in simple language. Whether you are newly diagnosed, currently undergoing treatment, or supporting a loved one with cancer, this seminar provides valuable knowledge to help you feel more confident and informed.
The seminar is presented by dedicated nursing scholars from California Baptist University who are passionate about patient education, compassionate care, and empowering individuals through knowledge.
This welcoming event is open to anyone interested in learning more about cancer terminology and how to better understand diagnosis information.
What to expect:

Clear explanations of common cancer terms
Helpful insights for understanding diagnosis information
Opportunity to ask questions in a supportive setting
A judgment-free environment focused on education and support

Who should attend:

Newly diagnosed cancer patients
Individuals currently in treatment
Caregivers and family members
Anyone seeking to better understand cancer terminology

No medical background is required. Just bring your questions and curiosity.
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Managing Pain, Stiffness & Neuropathy Lunch & Learn (Sign-up Required)
2026-04-11 12:00 - 13:30
A Lunch & Learn seminar for anyone currently in treatment, early recovery or post- treatment, or supporting a loved one.
Managing pain, stiffness, and neuropathy can be one of the most challenging parts of the cancer journey, whether you’re in active treatment or navigating life after. Join us to learn simple, supportive techniques that can enhance daily comfort and overall quality of life.
This welcoming event is open to anyone interested in learning more.
What to expect:

Helpful insights in managing pain
Opportunity to ask questions in a supportive setting
A judgment-free environment focused on education and support

Who should attend:

Those currently undergoing cancer treatment
Survivors in early recovery or post-treatment
Caregivers and family members
Anyone seeking to better understand side effects like pain, stiffness, and neuropathy from cancer treatments

No medical background is required. Just bring your questions and curiosity.
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BEautiful You (Sign-up Required)
2026-04-24 11:00 - 13:00
BEautiful You: Self-Care & Beauty Class for Cancer Patients Featuring Thrive Causemetics
This workshop is designed for those that are in current treatment or less than 6 months post treatment. BEautiful You classes teach you techniques to help with self-care support, beauty tips, and wig fittings. We will provide you with a makeup bag stocked with clean products, recommended by an oncologist.
If you are interested and meet the above qualifications, please reach out to your Patient Navigator for more information. Sign up spots are limited.

Comfort Kitchen (Sign-up Required)
2026-05-15 11:00 - 12:30, 2026-07-17 11:00 - 12:30, 2026-08-21 11:00 - 12:30
Comfort Kitchen is a hands-on workshop for individuals with cancer to build confidence in planning, shopping for, and preparing simple, nourishing meals. Learn to read food labels, stock your kitchen with easy staples, and create hassle-free recipes and snacks. Participants will leave with practical tools and tips they can use right away—especially on low-energy days.
If you are a current client of Michelle’s Place, please click on the link below to reserve your spot.
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Community Agreements
To help maintain a welcoming and comfortable environment for everyone, we’d like to share a brief Code of Conduct that guides our gatherings. Michelle’s Place is committed to fostering a space where all participants, including clients, volunteers, facilitators, and staff, are treated with dignity and respect. We strive to keep our events inclusive, supportive, and enjoyable for all.
We ask attendees to engage with one another respectfully, be mindful of shared space and time, and help maintain a positive atmosphere. This includes using considerate language, respecting personal boundaries, and honoring the privacy of others. Behavior that is discriminatory, harassing, or disruptive to the group experience is not tolerated.
We appreciate your support in helping us keep Michelle’s Place a safe and welcoming space for everyone.

Mindfulness & Nervous System Regulation Lunch & Learn (Sign-up Required)
2026-05-22 12:00 - 13:30
A Lunch & Learn seminar for anyone recently diagnosed, currently in treatment, early recovery or post- treatment, or supporting a loved one.
This session introduces practical mindfulness tools and nervous system regulation strategies to help individuals impacted by cancer manage stress, anxiety, and emotional overwhelm. These skills can be especially helpful from diagnosis through active treatment and into survivorship, supporting a greater sense of calm, stability, and connection to the body during a physically and emotionally demanding time.
This welcoming event is open to anyone interested in learning more.
What to expect:

Helpful insights in mindfulness and nervous system regulation
Opportunity to ask questions in a supportive setting
A judgment-free environment focused on education and support

No medical background is required. Just bring your questions and curiosity.
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Community Agreements
To help maintain a welcoming and comfortable environment for everyone, we’d like to share a brief Code of Conduct that guides our gatherings. Michelle’s Place is committed to fostering a space where all participants, including clients, volunteers, facilitators, and staff, are treated with dignity and respect. We strive to keep our events inclusive, supportive, and enjoyable for all.
We ask attendees to engage with one another respectfully, be mindful of shared space and time, and help maintain a positive atmosphere. This includes using considerate language, respecting personal boundaries, and honoring the privacy of others. Behavior that is discriminatory, harassing, or disruptive to the group experience is not tolerated.
We appreciate your support in helping us keep Michelle’s Place a safe and welcoming space for everyone.

Financial Literacy & Making the Most of Your Assets: Lunch & Learn (Sign-up Required)
2026-07-10 12:00 - 13:30
A 2-part Financial Wellness Educational Workshop
Part 1, July 2026 | Financial Literacy & Making the Most of Your Assets
Navigating cancer can bring unexpected financial challenges and important decisions. This practical, easy-to-understand workshop will help you take control of your financial future by:

Exploring ways to organize your finances
Making the most of your assets
Making informed decisions about income, savings, and long-term security

Walk away with greater clarity and confidence in how your financial resources can support your goals and priorities.
(coming soon in August) Part 2 of our Financial Wellness Lunch & Learn Series covers estate planning essentials, including wills, trusts, beneficiary designations, and asset planning.
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About Dalia
Dalia Nofal is a client-focused Financial Advisor who specializes in helping you navigate complex financial decisions with clarity and confidence. She provides education-driven guidance tailored to your unique situation.

Community Agreements
To help maintain a welcoming and comfortable environment for everyone, we’d like to share a brief Code of Conduct that guides our gatherings. Michelle’s Place is committed to fostering a space where all participants, including clients, volunteers, facilitators, and staff, are treated with dignity and respect. We strive to keep our events inclusive, supportive, and enjoyable for all.
We ask attendees to engage with one another respectfully, be mindful of shared space and time, and help maintain a positive atmosphere. This includes using considerate language, respecting personal boundaries, and honoring the privacy of others. Behavior that is discriminatory, harassing, or disruptive to the group experience is not tolerated.
We appreciate your support in helping us keep Michelle’s Place a safe and welcoming space for everyone.

What Survivorship Looks Like Lunch & Learn (Sign-up Required)
2026-07-24 12:00 - 13:30
A Lunch & Learn seminar exploring life beyond cancer with hope, resilience, and support.
What Survivorship Looks Like: Join us for a conversation about the cancer survivorship journey and what life beyond treatment can look like. Whether you’re a survivor, caregiver, or simply interested in learning more, this session will offer insight, encouragement, and an opportunity to explore the many aspects of survivorship.
No medical background is required. Just bring your questions and curiosity.
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Caring for the Caregiver Lunch & Learn (Sign-up Required)
2026-08-28 12:00 - 13:30
A Lunch & Learn seminar for support, encouragement, and practical tools for the caregiving journey.
Because caring for yourself is an important part of caring for a loved one with cancer.
This special Lunch & Learn is designed to support those who provide care by offering valuable insights, practical tools, and encouragement for the caregiving journey.
Join us as we explore topics that promote caregiver well-being, build resilience, and provide strategies to navigate the unique challenges of supporting a loved one through cancer. Whether you’re a spouse, family member, friend, or other caregiver, you’ll leave with helpful information, resources, and the reassurance that you don’t have to navigate this journey alone.
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