July 2024 E-News | Recognition for myTRIAList.org

CancerCare E-News

July 2024

CancerCare's Stories of Help and Hope

Throughout the year, CancerCare presents the stories of people who have cancer, their caregivers and many more.

Our most recent story comes from Ira N who, when he was diagnosed with stomach cancer, battled opposing feelings of sadness and resilience as he faced treatment and other challenges in his life. He shares his experience in two podcasts hosted by CancerCare's Sarah Paul.

His story joins many other Stories of Help and Hope.

Christine Verini Named to Cancer Health 25: People Who Power Clinical Trials

CancerCare CEO Christine Verini was named as one of Cancer Health's 2024 27 people who are leading the way in promoting the role of clinical trials in the future of cancer care.

In 2023, CancerCare launched www.myTRIAList.org, an educational tool that helps patients learn about clinical trials and find them based on location and other criteria while providing doctor interviews, tutorials and more. This resource is a partnership with Lisa Hefner, Group President of Brightly Network Companies, who was named alongside Verini on Cancer Health's list.

Not only can clinical trials help many patients in their current treatment, they may discover the next advancements in screening, diagnosis, prevention and treatment of cancer.

Do Something for CancerCare: Pedal With a Purpose

Do you spin? Or cycle around town? If so, put your gears in motion to help raise money for CancerCare's fundraiser Pedal With a Purpose.

Create your own page and ask your friends and colleagues to support you! Whether it’s by the mile or the hour, you can DO SOMETHING!

The campaign goes from August 1 – August 31. You can register here.

In addition, there will be an in-person spin event at Cycle Bar in Huntington, NY. On August 3 from 1:00 – 1:45pm, this event will have a $30 fee (all monies go to CancerCare).

For more information about this fundraiser, email

Marissa Fors (MFors@cancercare.org) or Erica Lebensberg (ELebensberg@cancercare.org).

Special Private Course Golf Auction

Bid to win a foursome of golf at the award-winning private Glenarbor Golf Club in Bedford Hills, New York.

Including a round of golf for four, carts and lunch at the Halfway House, bids must be entered by Monday, July 22. Play can occur on a Monday, Wednesday or Thursday by October 31, 2024.

The proceeds will help support those impacted by cancer!

Bid Here

CancerCare's Dina Smith in Cancer Today Magazine

In June, Dina Smith, LMSW, Oncology Social Worker and Caregiver Program Coordinator, gave advice on sibling support and caregiving in Cancer Today's Sound Advice column, "How Do I Ask My Siblings to Get Involved in Caring for Our Parent?"

Acknowledging that caring for a loved one is not easy, she gives advice on communicating and sharing with one's siblings the responsibilities of parental care.

Read the Article

CancerCare's Healing Hearts Bereavement Camp

This June marked CancerCare's 15th annual Healing Hearts Family Bereavement Camp. Families who recently lost a loved one to cancer came together at Memorytown USA in Mount Pocono from June 7-9, coming as far as North Carolina and the state of Washington.

This year's camp was themed around butterflies, symbolizing resilience, hope and change. This theme was reflected throughout the weekend's activities, contests, meals and more to help share, grow and form new memories in honor of their loved ones.

Leading Experts Discuss Important Cancer Topics

CancerCare's Connect Education Workshops provide the latest cancer information straight from leading experts throughout the year. Our next workshop is:

8/15 Highlights from the 2024 American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) Annual Meeting: The Art and Science of Cancer Care from Comfort to Cure

Learn More

Research Opportunity for Breast and Gynecologic Cancer Survivors

Opening the Conversation is a research study to test programs for young breast and gynecologic cancer survivors and their intimate partners. The focus is on helping improve communication and coping with physical, emotional, and relationship challenges after cancer.

The study will involve skill-building programs with 4-5 weekly sessions (1.5 hours each) that will be delivered to the couple by a trained facilitator via Zoom. Participants will receive a $10 eGift card per completed survey and a $20 eGift card after the follow-up interview.

Click here or email ayahealth@oregonstate.edu to learn more about this project.

July Is...

Sarcoma Awareness Month - Read our booklet Treatment Update: Treatment Update: Sarcoma

Glioblastoma Awareness Day (July 17) - Read our fact sheet After a Brain Cancer Diagnosis: Questions to Ask Your Doctor

Join Our Upcoming Community Programs

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, telephone or in person.

7/18 Paint Party

7/23 Coping Circle Workshop: Empowering Caregivers Through Self-Advocacy

7/24 Cancer Care & Stupid Cancer Young Adult Picnic Potluck

7/25 Women Empowerment Day