Cancer support.
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Elephants & Tea
Elephants & Tea is a part of the Steven G. Cancer Foundation, providing a space for AYA voices to be heard. They produce a magazine for and by AYA authors. They also have programming around journaling, connection, and other wellness offerings.
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Cactus Cancer Society
Cactus Cancer Society provides programming where AYA’s facing cancer can connect through creativity and expression. They have a variety of programming, accessible online.
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Dear Jack Foundation
Started by Andrew McMahon of Jack’s Mannequin, Dear Jack Foundation provides programs for AYA’s facing cancer and their families/partners to connect and heal. I personally got to participate in one of their Breathe Now retreats and had a wonderful experience.
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WeSpark
WeSpark offers free programming for cancer (not only AYA) experiencers and their loved ones, with everything from specific support groups to various wellness offerings (think tai chi, gentle yoga, and guided imagery).
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Cancer Support Community
There are chapters of Cancer Support Communities all over the country, though many offer online programming that is easily accessible. They offer support groups, wellness activities, and access to mental health care and resources.
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Stupid Cancer
Stupid Cancer provides programming for AYA’s to end isolation and foster community. Their programming includes CancerCon, meetups, and more. Their website has a list of resources by topic, as well.
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First Descents
First Descents provides AYA’s the chance to participate in a weeklong outdoor adventure program, including kayaking, whitewater rafting, surfing, and climbing. Their experiences are all over the United States and also available to people living with MS, healthcare workers, and caregivers.
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Project Koru
Project Koru creates opportunities for cancer survivors to connect and find purpose beyond cancer through outdoor camps and community. Fun fact: before I had my diagnosis, I used to do freelance graphic design for them. Small world!
My trusted doctors + healers.
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Remission Nutrition
This wonderfully skilled team is available online for bio-individual oncology-specialized nutrition support. They are gentle and knowledgeable, and offer ongoing, tangible support. info here
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Grace Suh LAc, Dipl OM
Grace is a truly gifted intuitive healer, and uses acupuncture, energy clearing, and hypnotherapy in her practice. i can’t recommend her enough. I started seeing her post-surgery for recovery and continued well beyond addressing other imbalances and issues. info here
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Dr. Rachel West, D.O.
Dr West, at Longevity LA, is the kind of resource you hate to broadcast too loudly, because she’s so helpful and already quite in-demand. From a functional medicine / holistic lens, she addresses your health woes with both western and eastern approaches. info here
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The Portal LA
The Portal LA offers a variety of energy and sound healing through a variety of techniques. Sharada LaSpisa is a true healer, incorporating her intuitive nature into a protocol that’s best for your individual needs. info here
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Dr. Nalini Chilkov, L.Ac., O.M.D.
Traditional Chinese Medicine with specialty in oncology; available on Zoom
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Dr. Masha Livhits
UCLA Endocrine Surgeon. She is highly-skilled, knowledgeable, and has a firm but gentle bedside manner. info here
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Ananda De Martini of anandevi
Ananda is a skilled, natural healer with offerings in ayurveda, jyotish (vedic astrology), reiki, and craniosacral support. info here