Coping With a Cancer Diagnosis
Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
Nolan D.Acute Myeloid Leukemia
Luisa L.Anal Cancer
Ronald M.Bladder Cancer
Marlaine H.“The staff at CancerCare is so thoughtful. I think it’s wonderful that you don’t just treat patients well – you also look out for their friends and family.” Read more
Ric S.Breast Cancer
Weslinne C.“I wish I knew more about the importance of breast health at a young age and especially into my adulthood. Cancer doesn’t discriminate, and early detection is key.” Read more
Seynabou B.“Some advice I would offer others going through a similar situation is give yourself time. It’s ok to take your time to heal, both physically and mentally, from this challenging time.” Read more
Marianne D.““I look at what I lost, but also look at what I gained. Cancer made me who I am."” Read more
Theodosia B.“When I was first diagnosed, I honestly thought that one day my cancer would go away. Now, I honestly don’t care if I ever hear the word cancer-free again. I have to live this. My advice to others is to stop reaching for a cancer-free diagnosis. Instead, how about we learn to live with this disease?” Read more
Rasheen D.“Money was getting tight. I applied for grants and different types of help. I found that CancerCare was just the number one resource for information and financial assistance. They understand the emotions that you’re going to go through. It’s a one-stop shop.” Read more
Vera S.“I’ve learned to be really very supportive of other people and what they’re going through. Everyone needs people to care about them, to love them, to be thinking about them and hoping that they are going to be ok. Everybody needs it. It’s really been a huge lesson for me and has made me very aware of how fragile we are.” Read more
Barbara L.“During treatment, you’re in crisis mode, focusing on getting through it, and not feeling much. Once treatment is over, that’s when it hits you: ‘Oh my God, I had cancer.'” Read more
Bianca I.
Lori G.
Tamara N.
Becky C.
Nancy W.
Susan G.
Lisa W.
Susan T.
Juliet O.
Donna S.Carcinoid Tumor
Greta S.Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia
Ekata D.
Sigrun K.Colorectal Cancer
Whitney M.““Don’t be afraid to reach out for help and find someone to talk to."” Read more
Esophageal Cancer
Jessica W.“"Cancer has provided a unique perspective shift," said Jessica. "It's a crash course into what matters most."” Read more
Gastric Cancer
Derrian G.“My hurdles ultimately created a new mindset within which I dispelled fear and doubt. Through a combination of many people’s efforts, faith and optimism, I reached a greater level of confidence and gratitude.” Read more
Hodgkin Lymphoma
- Marianne D.
““I look at what I lost, but also look at what I gained. Cancer made me who I am."” Read more
Anita J.Leukemia
Lung Cancer
Valarie K.“We have to go 60 miles from her home to the clinic for her treatments so this assistance is invaluable to us. This is especially invaluable on a fixed income. We are so grateful to CancerCare.” Read more
Allen M.“Living through much adversity can either make you bitter or more caring and empathetic. I am truly blessed because it made me a more caring and giving person. Cancer made it important for me to reach out and help others and not to dwell on myself or feel sorry for myself. It is important to me to share this with others. It may sound sappy. But it is real and very healing.” Read more
Phyllis D.“I always try to look at the glass half full and think positive thoughts each and every day.” Read more
Cynthia B.“If you are able to keep your spirits up, as hard as it sounds, you will eventually get the strength to heal.” Read more
Suzanne W.“No matter what your state of health, the diagnosis of cancer is overwhelming for the patient and for everyone close. Anxiety, sadness and depression are common for most cancer patients, and I was no exception. So I looked for a support group and that is how I found CancerCare.” Read more
Arlene C.
Cari D.
Nila W.Lymphoma
Judith H.Melanoma
Jonah E.Metastatic Breast Cancer
- Theodosia B.
“When I was first diagnosed, I honestly thought that one day my cancer would go away. Now, I honestly don’t care if I ever hear the word cancer-free again. I have to live this. My advice to others is to stop reaching for a cancer-free diagnosis. Instead, how about we learn to live with this disease?” Read more
- Rasheen D.
“Money was getting tight. I applied for grants and different types of help. I found that CancerCare was just the number one resource for information and financial assistance. They understand the emotions that you’re going to go through. It’s a one-stop shop.” Read more
Prostate Cancer
Laurence J.“The group as a whole has become like a unified support system where anything goes – any question, any topic, any fear. It’s about surviving our lives and it’s been very helpful.” Read more
Sarcoma
Charles H.“Connecting with CancerCare should be a no-brainer. It’s a great organization.” Read more
Squamous Cell Cancer
Willard B.“I never panicked. I just said, ‘Okay, so what do we do? I’m ready for anything. Let’s go.’” Read more
Uterine Cancer
Helaine B.“CancerCare made me feel human. You made me feel like cancer was part of my story, and not all of who I am.” Read more
Coping With Caregiving
- Whitney M.
““Don’t be afraid to reach out for help and find someone to talk to."” Read more
- Jessica W.
“"Cancer has provided a unique perspective shift," said Jessica. "It's a crash course into what matters most."” Read more
- Valarie K.
“We have to go 60 miles from her home to the clinic for her treatments so this assistance is invaluable to us. This is especially invaluable on a fixed income. We are so grateful to CancerCare.” Read more
Kathryn W.“Some of the most important things to keep in mind while caring for a loved one is that it’s important to listen to them and give them a safe space, but also to have them listen to you and let them take care of you a little bit sometimes.” Read more
Elise F.