Miranda McKeon, Influencer, Breast Cancer Survivor and Actress best known for her role in Anne with an E on Netflix.  McKeon was diagnosed with Stage 3 breast cancer 3 years ago at the age of 19!  She is now 22 and a Cancer Advocate and is Co-Hosting #LightUpMBC this Sunday (more below).

 

McKeon has shared her story publicly and also launched a company called Fill Your Tank, after her Cancer Journey.  In light of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, My Cancer Family asked Miranda what her 3 pieces of advice or cancer hacks she would say to someone on a cancer journey right now?

On Sunday, October 13, over 270 landmarks around the world will illuminate in the colors of teal, green and pink for Metastatic Breast Cancer Awareness Day as part of the #LightUpMBC Campaign. Tune in LIVE on October 13 at 8 pm ET for this year’s not-to-be-missed #LightUpMBC Live.  Tami Eagle Bowling, Creator of #LightUpMBC Live, will be joined by Miranda McKeon, influencer, breast cancer survivor and actress best known for her role in Anne with an E on Netflix.  

 

Watch LIVE HERE for an incredible night of celebrity performances, inspiring patient stories at illuminated landmarks and the latest research news, all benefiting non-profit METAvivor to fund Stage 4 Metastatic Breast Cancer Research. Special guests include GRAMMY® Award-winning artist Lisa Loeb, American Idol winner David Cook, EMMY® Award-winning entertainer Keith David and more! For a list of participating landmarks, how to watch and more info, please visit www.METAvivor.org/LightUpMBC

 

 

In case you missed it, my son, Jaylan Fisch started a group together with My Cancer Family in collaboration with  Cancer Support Community (Greater NY/CT at Gilda's Club).  It is a virtual group for teens who are living with the loss of a loved one to cancer called Teens Joining Forces After Loss.

 

This week was the first night of Jaylan's Support Group - Teens Joining Forces After Loss in collaboration with Cancer Support Community Greater NY & CT at Gilda's Club

 

I was in my bedroom on a call not listening. But when off my call, briefly before I put on the TV, I heard great conversations, laughs and happy people...even though the reason they came together was through grief and sadness.  When the call ended, Jaylan came into my room and said, it was great and he was so happy.

 

There's nothing better than connecting with others over shared experiences. I know this is the beginning of something that will be so helpful to so many for years to come, though sure hope it's not needed....

 

If you know anyone who would like to join the group, please reach out and if you would like to support this group, and make sure it's here for those who need it, the money goes directly to operating costs through the non-profit, please support here!

 

This social group for teens, ages 14-18, will meet twice monthly on Tuesdays at 7:00 PM, and will be facilitated by Olivia Edelman, Teen Life Coach, who also lost her parents to Cancer.

 

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If you are interested in attending, please contact Jennifer Ricca, CTF Manager at jricca@cscnyct.org

 

The sessions are free to all.  All participants will be required to complete a brief intake form before starting.