What is AYA Cancer? The Voices in the Middle That Refuse to Be Ignored
Wait…what even is AYA cancer? Adolescents and Young Adults (AYAs) are people between the ages of 15 and 39 who are diagnosed with cancer. It’s a life stage full of […]
The 7 Stages of Grief: Navigating Loss and Finding Support After a Cancer Diagnosis
Grief is the deep sorrow we feel when faced with loss—and loss comes in many forms. It’s not just about losing a loved one; it can be the loss of […]
How to Support a Grieving Friend: Activities to Connect and Help Them Cope
Grief is messy, unpredictable, and different for everyone. There’s no magic phrase that makes it better, no perfect gesture that erases the pain. But what does help? Presence. Just showing […]
Life After Caregiving: Now What?
The Role That Changes Everything Caregiving is an all-consuming, identity-shaping, emotion-stretching experience. Whether you were caring for a friend, sibling, partner, or parent through cancer, your world revolved around their […]
How to Support a Coworker with Cancer
When a coworker is diagnosed with cancer, it can be hard to know what to do or say. You might worry about saying the wrong thing, overstepping boundaries, or not […]
Your Life, Your Legacy: Legacy Planning for Young Adults with Cancer
When you hear the term “legacy planning,” you might think of legal documents or financial plans. But for young adults with cancer, it’s so much more. Legacy planning is about […]
How to Support a Friend with Cancer Long Distance
When your friend is facing cancer, the distance between you can feel unbearable. You might feel helpless or unsure how to support them, but here’s the truth: being present is […]
Navigating Holiday Conversations: How to Be Present for Someone Facing Cancer
The holidays are supposed to be “the most wonderful time of the year,” but for many in the cancer community, holiday conversations can feel more like a minefield of awkward […]
Thoughtful Gifts for Someone with Cancer: The Ultimate Gift Guide
Choosing thoughtful gifts for someone with cancer starts with knowing what your loved one truly wants and what to avoid. Whether you’re shopping for chemo patient gifts, Christmas gifts for […]
How Reflection and Gratitude Can Empower You as a Cancer Supporter
Supporting a loved one through cancer is an intense experience filled with challenges and emotional highs and lows. Amidst the routines of caregiving, appointments, and emotional support, finding moments to […]
Supporting a Loved One with Cancer Through Wedding Planning
Watching a loved one with cancer plan their wedding is a beautiful experience filled with unique challenges and opportunities for joy. Your support can help create a celebration that reflects […]
Palliative Care for Adolescents and Young Adults: How to Support Your Loved One
Palliative care is often misunderstood as something only for the elderly or those in the final stages of life, but it’s much more than that. Unlike hospice, which is typically […]
The Sibling Dynamic During Cancer
“Sisters and brothers are the truest, purest forms of love, family and friendship, knowing when to hold you and when to challenge you, but always being a part of you.” […]
I Have Cancer, And No One Cares: What Is Cancer Ghosting?
Being diagnosed with cancer as a young adult can be an incredibly isolating experience. For many, that isolation is compounded by what’s known as cancer ghosting—when friends or loved ones […]
The Healing Power of Humor: Using Laughter During Cancer
Let’s be real—cancer sucks. But here’s the thing: while cancer might think it can take away everything fun in life, it’s no match for the power of laughter. Humor won’t […]
Foods to Avoid While Undergoing Cancer Treatment: A Guide for Supporters
We know how crucial it is to b-there and support young adults with cancer in meaningful ways. One significant way to show support to your loved ones going through this […]
Survivors and Supporters: Bridging the Gap in Cancer Diagnosis Conversations
Cancer is a profound life experience that leaves lasting impacts not only on those who undergo treatment but also on the people around them. For young adults, this experience often […]
Social Life Interrupted: Staying Connected with Friends During Cancer
Navigating cancer as a young adult can be incredibly isolating. The whirlwind of medical appointments, treatments, and the physical and emotional toll of the disease can make it challenging to […]
Understanding Treatment Side Effects: How to Offer Specific Support
Understanding the potential side effects of cancer treatment and knowing how to offer specific support can make a significant difference in the quality of life and health outcomes for young […]
How to Support a Friend After a Mastectomy: Tangible Ways to Show You Care
Supporting a friend after a mastectomy can make a significant difference in their recovery and emotional well-being. Whether you’re nearby or far away, there are many meaningful ways you can […]