Renee Denslow became the Executive Director of Bluebird Cancer Retreats in January, 2009 and comes to Bluebird with not only a desire to serve, but a passion for the cause.

 

“Watching my father fight the battle with cancer three times taught me that attitude and spiritual strength are critical to healing. Bluebird provides an invaluable experience and tools to help people meet the challenge head on. I am inspired and honored to continue the mission that Bill Timm brought to West Michigan.”

 

Renee lives in Spring Lake with her husband Erik and her children Maya, Anna and Eli. She has served on the Faith Formation Commission for St. Patrick’s Church since 2001 and has worked in fundraising and project management in several capacities.

 

 

Jan Weiden joined Bluebird as Retreat Director in 2009, but she has been loyal volunteer serving as the Bluebird Retreat Nurse for many years.

 

As a Registered Nurse with over 35 years of experience, Jan has a career of caring and compassion. Since 1984, she has specialized in caring for Oncology patients. During a retreat last year, Jan proudly wore a “chemo” cap as she is also a cancer survivor.

 

Jan is currently employed in Medical Oncology at the Johnson Family Center for Cancer Care, Mercy Health Partners in Muskegon. Jan and her husband, Ken, have two sons, two dogs, and are very proud grandparents!