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Mark Lipschutz Center for Nutrition and Family Building Updated:Crossroads4Hope, A Network of Cancer SupportJanuary 2025

Our Vision for the Future Campaignwhich wrapped up in 2020,Raised $1 Million for investment in our programs, and $1 Million for theconstruction of the Mark Lipschutz Center for Nutrition and Family to create aunique community space featuring:A State-of-the-Art Demonstration Kitchen to amplify our nutrition program.The Stepping Stone Clubhouse, dedicated to children of all ages.Above all, a welcoming and safe haven for anyone affected by cancer- a place of refuge and connection, designed to combat isolation and foster a supportive community. This center, featuring the Dodie Loughlin Wellness Center, will enable us tosupport individuals and families coping with cancer directly on-site at ouroffices in Bedminster, while at the same time supporting our members in 44 states and four countries through the use of high-definition broadcastand advanced live streaming technology.

The Stepping Stone Clubhouse25% of cancer patients havechildren ages 19 and younger.There is little support for childrenimpacted by a cancer diagnosis, orthat of a loved one. Our programs, led by CertifiedChild Life Specialists, providecoping strategies and a safe spacefor children and their families. This Clubhouse will provide ageand developmentally appropriateactivities in a kid-friendlyenvironment which are vital forthe social and emotional well-being of families facing cancer.

State-of-the-Art DemonstrationKitchenResearch indicates that Nutrition isa top concern for cancer patients,with 17-55% of patients indicatingthey suffer from food insecurity, and80% reporting issues withmalnutrition as a result oftreatment. CR4H’s unique approachto nutrition education integratesthree key pillars: evidence-basednutrition education, social andemotional support, andexperiential learning, which workto improve the physical andemotional health of our members.With the help of this new State-of-the-Art Demonstration Kitchen, ourRegistered Oncology Dietitian willprovide educational programs andcooking classes for patients andfamily members, equipping themwith the knowledge and resourcesto prepare healthy meals that canaid in their treatment and recovery.

In June 2024, Our Vision Came to Fruition

Pre-ConstructionP H A S E 1

Construction Begins!P H A S E 1

Day 1: June 14thP H A S E 1

Day 2: June 17thP H A S E 1

Day 3: June 18thP H A S E 1

Day 4: June 19thP H A S E 1

Day 5: June 20thP H A S E 1

Day 6: June 21stP H A S E 1

Day 7: July 1stP H A S E 1

The Shell of a Basement!P H A S E 1

The Start of Framing: September 16th-20thP H A S E 2

P H A S E 2The Bones of the Building!

Windows & Door Installation:October 22nd- 24thP H A S E 2

P H A S E 2Roof & Concrete! December 30th

Mark Lipschutz Center for Nutrition and Familycoming SOON!In memory of Mark Lipschutz, one of our members who touched so many lives in our community.

With Gratitude, Your Friends At Crossroads4Hope