For more than a decade, Wendy Swisher has been a steady and inspiring presence at Gilda’s Club Kentuckiana. Her deep faith, compassionate leadership and boundless energy have touched countless lives—both through her time on the Board of Directors and through her volunteer service with fellow members of St. Mark’s United Church of Christ in New […]
When Sarah Augustyniak thinks about her mother’s cancer journey, she sees it in two distinct chapters. The first began in 2007, when her mother, Amy, was diagnosed with stage 2B breast cancer. Sarah was in middle school, her younger sister even younger, and the family quickly adjusted to a new normal. “I recall it being […]
When a cancer diagnosis arrives, it often changes life in ways no one anticipates. The medical journey — treatments, side effects, appointments, outcomes — takes center stage. But equally profound, though less visible, is the emotional and social toll: the fatigue of isolation, the shrinking of one’s world, and the loneliness that can creep in […]
Looking for the perfect way to show cancer survivors you care? Explore these options, from advocacy opportunities to honoring cancerversaries. I never really thought of myself as a very strong person. That changed when I was diagnosed with cancer. I realized I was strong enough to handle anything thrown my way. Laurie – Cancer survivor […]
Stepping into a [support] group for the first time is both brave and humble. It’s normal to feel anxiety about what to expect, but people are often surprised at how comfortable they feel even if they never saw themselves as a ‘support group’ kind of person. Hearing the stories of others who get it […]
Carolyn Noack, MSW, LCSW Hearing the words “You have cancer” is an unwelcome moment in anyone’s life journey. It’s also a significant moment. Receiving a cancer diagnosis is life-changing. It positions your future in a new, unexpected direction. Plans, goals, or dreams you had may need to be put on hold. Your expectations for the […]
Devon Choltus, MPH Stock photo posed by models, sourced from Getty Images If you’re a young adult and you’ve just received a cancer diagnosis, you might be in a flurry of information-seeking and problem-solving right now. This article is for you. Pause where you are for just a moment. Take a deep breath. Notice […]
