I Am Hope Survivors Reset Retreat
The I Am Hope Survivors Reset Retreat is a Four-day, three-night experience for cancer survivors hosted in the Greater Palm Springs area. We aim to help survivors get clear on life after cancer and how to move forward. The retreat will be held on June 11th-14th 2026. (NOMINATIONS CLOSE APRIL 30th, 2026)
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Relax. Reset. Reconnect.
Cancer changes everything.
Who you were before cancer no longer exists, and many survivors find themselves asking: How do I move on? Will the cancer come back? Who am I now? Why can I not connect with my friends and family anymore?
The I AM HOPE Survivors Reset Retreat, organized by Shay’s Warriors, focuses on life after cancer. It is an annual weekend-long event providing a low- or no-cost opportunity for breast and other related reproductive types of cancer survivors local to Greater Palm Springs and beyond who have finished their active treatments* or who are forever living with, to gather together and participate in educational sessions and emotional support conversations.
This retreat provides a safe place for those who have endured cancer to reset with others who are survivors in all aspects: physically, mentally and spiritually. Ultimately, participants will get to walk away with warrior laughter, love and friendships that will last a lifetime.
*Must be between 1- 5 years past active treatment, surgeries must be completed and or have doctor approval or upon special consideration of the SW Board of Directors. There will be movement activities each day for your participation. Breast cancer and other types of reproductive cancer survivors aged 18 and older are invited to apply or be nominated. While we primarily focus on breast and reproductive cancers, other cancer survivors may also be considered through a lottery system. All nominees are notified by no later than May 4th.
Due to the number of inquiries we receive, we are only able to contact those who have been selected for the retreat. All nominees will have 3 days to decide. You must disclose if you are a representative from another organization/ nonprofit.
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WHAT - I AM HOPE Survivors Reset Retreat
WHERE - Greater Palm Springs Area
WHEN - June 11th - 14th 2026 ( During National Cancer Survivor Month)
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Here’s a glimpse of what you can expect: Locally sourced, organic meals whenever possible. Small group breakout sessions (topics include self-love, forgiveness, family). Hiking, yoga, meditation. Journaling, Art, Music. Lots of laughter and loads of love
Our Goals
Through the I AM HOPE Survivors Reset Retreat, we will:
Provide a beautiful setting and peaceful space for participants to relax, regroup, focus and inspire.
Introduce participants to the mission and vision of Shay’s Warriors and welcome them to a retreat of community support and sharing that includes accountability groups and quality presentations addressing many of the topics confronting life after cancer treatment.
Create an environment that encourages participants to meet and socialize together, establishing supportive connections with each other and with Shay’s Warriors hosts.
Provide meaningful, health-based activities (Examples of such like yoga, meditation, sound baths, relaxation techniques and nutrition) that allow participants to relax and reconnect the body, mind and spirit.
Provide participants with access to a support community post-retreat via the Shay’s Warriors Life After Cancer network, through ongoing programs, workshops, website, podcasts and gatherings in person and virtually etc.
We’d like to thank our community, donors and sponsors for their support in making our 2026 retreat possible:
In Honor Of
Andrea McAfee, Angela Prescott, Anne-Sophie, Ashley, Bernie O’Neil, Bob Iles, Deanna Calder, Deborah Watkins, Judy Mason, Keri Mitnick, Kristi Harrell, Nicole Roye, Mary Moreno, Shayne Alloway, The Shay’s Warriors Tribe, William Petras.
In Memory & Always in Our Hearts
Brenda Sue Hopp Abdelnour, Aileen Alvarez, Kim Adams, Myra Avila, Randee Baine, Nicole Botello, Dale & Donna, Pattie Daly Caruso, Bettie Cook, Carol Connaway, Kristen Costello, Lucinda Sue Crosby, Bobbye Gould Dieckmann, Rocio Leon, Selby Dunham, Tracy Frank, William S. Freberg, Eileen Gianguzi, Sandy Green, Cecille Kirk, Eddy Lamkay, Michael C. Love, Madonna Marman, Glen Mayo, Fanny B. Pernia, Erin Peters, Teresa Solis Rivera, Denise Sidhom, Ruth Rabinow Siegel, Caroline Smurfit, Darlene Sullivan, Hector Viera, Dorothy Young, Ken Zaikowski .
Community - In-Kind / Thanks-A-Bunch Sponsors
Aileen Alvarez Scholarship, CV Weekly, Coachella Valley Firebirds, COD Kinesiology, Desert Chat, The Desert Sun, Deja View Photography, Eye On The Desert, EVENTSCAPE, Family & Friends of Eileen Gianguzi, KESQ, La Quinta Brewing Co., Lindsey Made This, Lululemon, Palm Springs Life, Sacred Heart School, Saje Natural Wellness, SOTToVOCE Cafe, Sun City Quilters, The Body Deli, Visit Greater Palm Springs, USCAP, Varraco Coffee Roasters, Victor Lamkay in honor of Hector and Eddie, Vision Events, VOSS, Wasserman Foundation, Xavier College Prep
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Nominees must be between 1-5 years from active cancer treatment, and finished with any type of surgery or metastatic with doctor’s written approval.
Attendees must be willing to sign a medical waiver and provide proof of doctor’s approval for physical activity, as we will be engaging in some light movement and breath work. All classes will be designed so that everyone can participate with modifications; All activities are optional.
We ask that all attendees be willing to sign a photography waiver, as well, since photos and or videos taken during the event may be used in future PR and marketing materials — if you do not wish to appear in any photography during the retreat, please let us know.
Travel costs to/from the retreat are not included; attendees must arrange and pay for their own travel/transportation.
We require a $100 deposit to hold an attendee’s place; the full deposit will be refunded at the end of the retreat. If you cancel before the retreat start date, your deposit will be forfeited.
Breast cancer and other types of reproductive cancer survivors aged 18 and older are invited to apply or be nominated. While we primarily focus on breast and reproductive cancers, other cancer survivors may also be considered through a lottery system.
We especially encourage people of color and survivors from underserved communities who may not normally have access to this kind of opportunity to be nominated to apply.
Due to limited space, some additional restrictions may apply at the discretion of the Board of Directors of Shay’s Warriors. Nominees are eligible one time for retreat or love bomb, must provide proof of diagnosis from your physician. Shay’s Warriors board of directors are not eligible to retreat. Nominations close April 30th. All Nominees will be notified by May 4th, via telephone. All nominees will be notified by May 4th. Due to the number of inquiries we receive, we are only able to contact those who have been chosen for the retreat. All nominees will have 3 days to decide. You must disclose if you are a representative from another organization/ nonprofit.