There are a growing number of organizations dedicated to helping young adult cancer fighters and survivors. We have grouped these organizations according to what they do below and highlighted those that are in Michigan with a mitten.
Everyone’s heard of the American Cancer Society, what you may not realize is they have plenty of information for a young adult cancer patient and survivor. Just scroll the tabs on the top of the page to find a wealth of topics anywhere from research and treatment to support and heathy tips. If you have a specific need, find the search bar and start typing, you’ll be surprised what pops up!
Cancer.Net provides timely, comprehensive, oncologist-approved information from the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO), with support from the Conquer Cancer Foundation. Cancer.Net brings the expertise and resources of ASCO to people living with cancer and those who care for and about them to help patients and families make informed health care decisions.
Camp Kesem operates free summer camps for children who have been touched by a parent’s cancer. There are camps throughout the U.S. The University or Michigan and Michigan State University are among the locations. To apply: http://campkesem.org/camper-application
CancerCare provides free, professional support services for young adults affected by cancer, as well as cancer information and additional resources.
A free, 12 week training program designed to introduce cancer survivors to physical activity by providing them with the engagement, guidance and support necessary to complete a 5K distance run. If you are living in an area without a training team choose the “At Home” team and enjoy the same support virtually. (Cancer to 5K is a division of The Ulman Cancer Fund)
Caring Bridge is a nonprofit organization providing free websites that connect families and friends with each other and their community during a serious health event, care, and recovery.
CKN offers its readers a tangible, practical way of living with cancer, from beginning to end.
Children with Hair Loss (CWHL) is a Michigan based non-profit supplying those UNDER 21 with wigs and smiles. CWHL was created as a resource for ALL CHILDREN who have medically-related hair loss. It is our mission to empower these children to become whole again by making hair replacement available to those who may be financially challenged and might otherwise not have a means of obtaining the hair they want and need.
Healthy recipes for people touched by cancer.
Fertile Hope is a LiveStrong initiative dedicated to providing reproductive information, support and hope to cancer patients and survivors whose medical treatment presents the risk of infertility.
The Blue Bag Movement sponsored by the Foye Belle Foundation is designed to pick you up on a “blue day”. If you are battling breast cancer Request a bag here: https://foyebelle.org/#anchor-Request
Hope for Two…The Pregnant with Cancer Network is an organization dedicated to providing women diagnosed with cancer while pregnant with information, support and hope.
NCI is loaded with cancer information and research including a section specific to young adults. Get tips to cope with your cancer battle.
Stupid Cancer proudly supports a global network of patients, survivors, caregivers, providers and advocates to ensure that no one affected by young adult cancer goes unaware.
This national organization was created for AYA’s that are dealing with long hospital stays associated with chronic cancer. Just because you’re stuck in bed doesn’t mean you can’t Make a Difference. If you have a cause you’re passionate about, fill out the form and Topplers blog will help you turn that BIG idea into a program that can help others. You can make an impact!
A leading voice in the young adult cancer movement, The Ulman Cancer Fund for Young Adults works at a grassroots level to support, educate, connect, and empower young adult cancer survivors. From the time of diagnosis, through treatment, and beyond, the Ulman Cancer Fund helps young adults and their loved ones fight cancer through various direct support programs and resources.
Theravive is a network of licensed therapists and psychologists committed to helping people receive the best mental health care available. Through building bridges with others, we continually strive to lower mental health stigma. Find a TheraVive licensed counselor near you!
Wigs 4 Kids is a local, grassroots nonprofit 501(c)3 organization that provides wigs and support services to Michigan children experiencing hair loss as a result of illness and treatment. Our program is available to children and teens between the ages of 3 through 18 at no cost to them or their families.
Triage Cancer is an invaluable resource, offering up-to-date information and guidance, to cancer patients and their families at any point of their treatment continuum and survivorship.