Are you a parent on a cancer journey?  Do you have kids who went through a cancer journey with one or both of their parents? Do you know a teen who wants to connect with other teens or young adults in a similar situation?   

We are so proud to bring to all teens and young adults across the US, a virtual teens connect group that is the brainchild of two teens who went through a cancer journey with their parents. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

“It's so important to find support when a parent is going through cancer. A family's whole life is turned upside down, and there's so much that is scary and unknown. When my mom was being treated for breast cancer, I didn't know anyone else in a similar situation. At school, I was the kid whose mom had cancer, and that was kind of stigmatizing and isolating. I wish that I had had a community of peers who could relate to what I was experiencing. I am so happy that I can offer this type of comfort, and share my own been-there-done-that wisdom with others. I look forward to connecting with other teens out there who are feeling alone and being a trusted peer who can really listen and understand.” 

“I wanted to start this group because as a kid who’s had both parents have cancer - it is a lot and I don’t know anyone like me.  I was young when my mom went through cancer.  I remember being scared and didn’t want to talk about it.  I had this idea when my dad was diagnosed almost two years ago.  It’s been harder to talk about because his treatment has been so hard.  I heard someone named Matthew wanted to start this group and it reminded me why I wanted to also. This group is a way of kids like me all meeting and connecting. It doesn't have to be related to talking about cancer but I think it’s important because a lot of kids may think they are alone but they aren't. I promise there are other kids who have gone through similar things to you and hopefully we can help each other.” 

"Hi, my name is Olivia Edelman. I am a former teacher, a Teen Life Coach, and Teen Guru, dedicated to mentoring/helping teens through all obstacles and challenges that life brings. I lost both my parents from cancer so I know firsthand how difficult it is. I only wish I had a community like this group to join for support, and guidance, and to be surrounded by other teens who went through similar situations and "understand how I am feeling." This group will be a safe space for teens to come together to feel like they are not alone, to have hope, and to see firsthand that they will be okay. I am looking forward to meeting all of you and building a community."

This is a beta version of the app and as we continue to learn from our users, we will iterate, and add more features along the way.  We would like to hear from you!

 

We ask that you use the app daily.  Please engage with our Daily Check-in and Ask for Help features every day and share your feedback with us directly to family@mycancerfamily.com to be entered into a raffle for prizes.  

 

We are sorry you may be on a journey yourself or with someone you love and we hope to make it easier for all of you.