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CancerCare E-News

October 2018
 
CancerCare Online Support Group Sign-Up Is Now Available

CancerCare is currently looking for new members for online  support gro ups! Online support groups take place using a password-protected message board format (not live chat) and are led by professional oncology social workers who offer support and guidance.  Here are just a  few:

 
October Is...

Breast Cancer Awareness Month  - learn more about our breast cancer resources, including support groups, workshops and more

Liver Cancer Awareness Month  - listen to our podcast "Treatment Update on Liver Cancer and Managing the Cost of Care"

Metastatic Breast Cancer Awareness Day (October 13) - read our booklet "Treatment Update: Metastatic Breast Cancer"

World Hospice and Palliative Care Day  (October 13)  - read our fact sheet "Palliative Care: What You Need to Know"
 
National Mammography Day (October 19) - read our fact sheet " Early Detection and Breast Cancer"

Brain Tumor Awareness Week  (October 20 - 27) - register for our telephone support group, Brain Tumor Patient Support Group


CancerCare's Meditation App Releases New Sessions!

Cancer Care's Meditation App has recently released a new update, which includes a new category of guided meditation sessions for those coping with a cancer diagnosis. The new category will include several programs exploring the cultivation of compassion and loving-kindness even in the midst of difficult times.

Currently, Cancer Care's Meditation App is only available for iPhone users. Android users can sign up to be alerted of the app availability here. 
 
 
 
 
Partner Spotlight: eSalon

It's our 5th consecutive year partnering with eSalon and this year they are hosting a week-long Color-A-Thon, where 100% of proceeds from their Color Studios in Hollywood and El Segundo, CA, will be donated to Cancer Care . 

The 90-minute appointment includes:
  • Expert consultation
  • Custom hair color formulation and application
  • Pro-tips on how to apply and maintain your color
Dates: Monday, October 8 - Sunday, October 14
Price: New Clients - $35, Returning Clients - $75 (no cash, no gratuity)

 
Why Linda Supports CancerCare 

"My CancerCare social worker helped me to see that my cancer diagnosis wasn't the end of the world and that I couldn't let it take over my life."

Cancer Care client, Linda, recently participated in Cancer Care's 31st Annual New Jersery Walk/Run for Hope. Linda was able to use Cancer Care's free practical and emotional services because of supporters of our events, like our upcoming  Connecticut Walk/Run for Hope and Lung Cancer Walk for Hope. 

 
 
 
Leading Experts Discuss Important Cancer Topics

Make sure you've signed up for our upcoming  Connect Education Workshops !  These free workshops  provide the latest cancer information  straight from  leading experts, via phone or online. At the end of the workshop, you'll have a chance to ask the experts your own questions.


 
 
 
Support CancerCare With Facebook Fundraisers   

If you have a birthday or holiday coming up, or would like to honor someone special, CancerCare now participates in Facebook Fundraisers !

To create a fundraiser for Cancer Care and provide help and hope to those coping with a cancer diagnosis:
  1. Click Fundraisers in the left menu of your 
    News Feed
  2. Click Raise Money
  3. Select CancerCare
  4. Choose a cover photo and fill in the fundraiser details
  5. Click Create
To stay up to date on fundraisers, programs and other Cancer Care news, connect to our Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn!

 
 

Cancer Care ® is the leading national organization dedicated to providing free, professional support services including counseling, support groups, educational workshops, publications and financial assistance to anyone affected by cancer. All Cancer Care services are provided by oncology social workers and world-leading cancer experts.



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