CancerCare and the Patricia A. O’Callaghan Animal Care Foundation Announce a $1 Million Grant

CancerCare is pleased to announce a grant of one million dollars from the Patricia O’Callaghan Foundation, a New Jersey non-profit trust dedicated to promoting animal welfare, to help people undergoing cancer treatment take care for their pets.

Launched in 2019, the CancerCare Pet Assistance and Wellness (PAW) Program provides financial assistance, educational materials and support services to pet owners affected by cancer. The program helps them keep their pets when they might be forced to give them up due to financial or practical challenges related to their cancer diagnoses.

Due to the support from the Patricia O'Callaghan Foundation, limited financial assistance will be available to qualified individuals. This assistance can offset expenses associated with their pets including pet food; pet walking/sitting and other pet caregiving services; pet boarding fees; veterinarian expenses including vaccinations and appointment fees; flea, tick and heartworm prevention medications; and lab fees. Read more here.
Resources for Cancer Caregivers

Millions of Americans care for someone with cancer every day. These caregivers put their time and resources into helping their loved ones, but often have needs of their own. Whether it's a moment to regain energy, advice on handling everyday duties or guidance to keep from being overwhelmed, caregivers also need their forms of support.

CancerCare maintains many resources for those caring for loved ones with cancer. Support groups, counseling, publications and more can be found at www.cancercare.org/caregiving.
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 - register for our Prostate Cancer Patient Support Group

National Thyroid Cancer Awareness Month - listen to our podcast Thyroid Cancer: New Trends in Treatment

Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15 – October 15) - use our Spanish-language resources

Take a Loved One to the Doctor Day (September 20) - read our fact sheet Questions to Ask Your Health Care Team

World Cancer Research Day (September 24) - read our fact sheet Clinical Trials: What You Need to Know
Young Professionals Committee Accepting Scholarship Applications

You can still apply to the YPC Scholarship! We award a one-time $2,500 scholarship to young adults enrolled in college who have recently lost a parent to cancer. To learn more, visit our scholarship page to review the criteria or click this link to apply. Email ypcscholarship@gmail.com with questions. We encourage you to apply today. 
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 30, 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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