CancerCare CEO Named to Forbes Vision List

Patricia J. Goldsmith, Chief Executive Officer of CancerCare, was recently recognized as part of the Forbes 50 Over 50 Vision List, highlighting women over the age of 50 who have achieved significant success.

“It is humbling to be recognized in such illustrious company as part of the 50 Over 50 Vision List,” Goldsmith shared. “Throughout my career, I have always focused on enacting the most positive change for those most in need. To be recognized alongside figures like Geena Davis, Eileen Fisher and Wally Funk is truly an honor of the highest caliber.”
Blood Cancers and Watchful Waiting

For Blood Cancer Awareness Month, CancerCare's Danielle Saff, MSW, LMSW, shares her advice for those in a "watchful waiting" phase after diagnosis. For certain types of cancer, including blood cancers, doctors may decide that watchful waiting is the best course of action.
 
Also known as "watch and wait," watchful waiting can cause anxiety and worry. Saff recommends open discussion with one's health care team and mindfulness exercises in order to manage these powerful emotions.
September Is...

Childhood Cancer Awareness Month - read our booklet Caring Advice for Caregivers: Caring for Yourself When Your Child Has Cancer

Gynecological Cancer Awareness Month - register for our Gynecologic Cancers Patient Support Group

National Blood Cancer Awareness Month - register for our Blood Cancers Patient Support Group

National Prostate Cancer Awareness Month - listen to our podcast Advances in the Treatment of Metastatic Prostate Cancer

National Thyroid Cancer Awareness Month - register for our upcoming workshop Thyroid Cancer: New Trends in Treatment

National Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15 to October 15) - register for our workshop Fomentando resiliencia un día a la vez / Fostering Resiliency One Day at a Time

Take a Loved One to the Doctor Day (September 21) - read our booklet Communicating With Your Health Care Team

World Cancer Research Day (September 24) - read our fact sheet Clinical Trials: What You Need to Know
Red Devils Raise Over $5,000 For CancerCare

For the third straight year, the Red Devils Swim Team and Manorhaven Pool in Long Island hosted a swim-a-thon to raise money for CancerCare. This year, this energetic group of youngsters and coaches raised more than three times the amount of last year, to the tune of $5,022. Thank you, Red Devils, for supporting our free programs and services!
Young Professionals Committee Accepting Scholarship Applications

There is still time to apply for the Young Professionals Committee Scholarship Program, which awards one-time $2,500 scholarships to young adults enrolled in college who have recently lost a parent or guardian to cancer. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis and require simple background information as well as a short essay. Disbursements are made during the fall and spring semesters on a first-come, first-served basis.
 
Visit our scholarship page to review the criteria and apply. Please contact Eunice E. Hong, Director of Philanthropy, at ehong@cancercare.org with questions. 
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.

Do Something for CancerCare!

Until October 1, CancerCare is once again hosting the “Do Something for CancerCare” campaign. It’s a “Do It Yourself” way to raise funds for a great cause and participating is fun and easy! Whether or not you can personally donate, you can ask your family and friends to support you in any activity you choose, like running a 5K, giving a virtual concert or even hosting a car wash. However you participate, be sure to Do Something for CancerCare today!
Join Our Upcoming Community Programs

Available to participants nationwide, CancerCare's community programs blend educational content with emotional guidance and advice. These free events are open to anyone affected by cancer and are held via video conference and telephone.
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