Event description:

October 8, 2024 Dinner Event:

Sandi McConnach, President of the BC Lymphedema Association

presented by: SBC Board of Directors

Tuesday October 8th, 2024 - 6pm to 9pm
Sandi McConnach

President of the BC Lymphedema Association

The BC Lymphedema Association is a non-profit established

to support people with lymphatic diseases

Sandi enjoyed a successful career as a Project Management Professional with WorkSafe BC in the Information Technology department and retired in 2019. Sandi wanted to use her skills in a volunteer role and coordinating the Surrey / White Rock / Delta Lymphedema support group was a great place to start.

Sandi’s interest in Lymphedema stemmed from her cancer diagnosis in 2008. Having discovered a lump in her armpit, she was diagnosed with stage III breast cancer.The surgery to remove the cancer also resulted in the removal of many lymph nodes in her upper right chest and arm. While undergoing the chemotherapy treatments, she noticed swelling and heaviness in her right side and was diagnosed with Lymphedema. Living in Calgary at the time, the oncologist referred her to the Lymphedema clinic which was part of the Tom Baker Cancer Centre.

The appointments and treatments were covered by the province of Alberta as part of the cancer care. Sandi recovered from cancer, and with the support provided, has successfully managed her Lymphedema to keep within the mild to medium stage.

Her goal with the BC Lymphedema Association is to raise awareness for this condition and provide support for others suffering with Lymphedema.

Sandi resides in South Surrey with her husband David and son Matt. Sandi co-leads a weekly meditation group and enjoys reading, swimming and yoga.

We hope you will join us as we always look forward to seeing friends and guests!  

      AGENDA

6 – 7pm:       Networking and socializing

7 – 8pm:       DINNER

Appetizer:       Mini rye breads with herring

Main Course:  Baked salmon with lemon, hollandaise sauce, steamed potatoes and green beans

Dessert:          Fruit salad w/whipped cream, cookies, coffee and tea

8 – 8:45pm:  Featured Presentation