Texas Oncology Foundation

🌟 Holiday Resilience: Thriving Through Cancer's Challenges 🌟

📅 Date & Time: Dec 12, 2023 | 11:00 AM

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Join us for an empowering Zoom meeting where we explore the strength within during the holiday season. 🕊️ Let's navigate through the challenges of cancer together and discover resilience through mindfulness, personal beliefs, and spirituality.

🧘‍♀️ Join us to:

Learn mindfulness techniques to gracefully navigate the holiday season with cancer.
Discover the power of personal beliefs, values, or faith in finding purpose during this time.

Explore how spirituality can be a wellspring of inner strength, offering comfort and hope.

🏡 This meeting is hosted online, providing a unique opportunity to gain insights and connect with others from the comfort of your home. 🌈

Don't miss out on this chance to learn, share, and connect with individuals passionate about enhancing the lives of those affected by cancer. 🤝 Together, we can thrive through the challenges and find joy in the holiday season.

🔗 Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_gNWqysgUR0eTmOn_mXd3yQ

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December 3 is National Make a Gift Day!
Each year this unofficial holiday takes us back to the basics of gift giving and encourages people to create gifts for loved ones.

What homemade gifts are you giving this year?

Fun Fact that could be good for a visual:
Giving and receiving gifts is a tradition as old as time, or so it seems. Evidence shows even cavemen gave gifts like teeth or stones — to potential mates, to people who have done something good for the tribe, or to other loved ones.

Join us tomorrow at 11:00am for the online webinar event "Finding Hope in Hospice: A Journey of Comfort and Support". Walk away with new strategies and resources for finding hope and emotional strength within the hospice setting.

You don't want to miss it! Get registered at https://shorturl.at/anRVW

November 17 is Electronic Greeting Card Day!
Brighten someone's day with a sweet note.

Did you know that some 65 million Americans are caregivers in some way?!?

Happy Caregiver Appreciation Day & National Caregiver Appreciation Month to all the caregivers in our community! Thank you for your continued selfless giving of your time to care for other around you.

Take time to show your caregiver some love and appreciation today and all month long!

Today is National Chicken Soup for the Soul Day! 🍲

Who remembers the early 1990's brand Chicken Soup for the Soul? Inspirational books/movies that compiled different motivational stories.
Now commemorated yearly, this day is celebrated to inspire people who are going through a difficult phase in life and help them heal their souls.

🚨 Raising Awareness: Financial Toxicity in Cancer Care 🚨

Cancer isn't just a health challenge; it's also a financial battle that often remains hidden. We're shedding light on the unexpected costs of cancer, a phenomenon known as "financial toxicity," and discussing the impacts of the support system tax.

👨‍👩‍👦‍👦 The Support System Tax 👥: Caregivers may need to take time off work, travel, or even pay for additional services to ensure their loved ones receive the best care. How does that impact the overall health of the cancer patients support system?

Join us every 2nd and 4th tuesday at 11:00 am CT and get your cancer questions answered. Our next topic to tackle: Love Languages and Cancer

It's time to address these challenges and create awareness. But we can't do it alone, and that's where the support system comes in. Let's make this information more accessible by using these hashtags and spreading the word:

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Together, we can advocate for financial assistance and support for cancer patients and their families. Let's stand united in raising awareness about the financial toxicity of cancer and the support system tax. Your voice makes a difference. Share your thoughts and experiences below, and let's make a change! 💬👇

📣 No Playbook for Navigating Cancer for 📣

Cancer doesn't come with a playbook. It challenges us emotionally, physically, and financially, with no clear guide on how to cope. We're shining a light on the often-overlooked issue of financial toxicity for cancer patients.

💰 Financial Toxicity: As if the emotional and physical toll of cancer wasn't enough, there's the financial burden to contend with. Medical bills, treatments, transportation, and lost income pile up, creating a perfect storm of financial toxicity.

📚 No Playbook for Navigating Cancer 🧭: There's no one-size-fits-all approach to navigating cancer's complexities, especially when it comes to the financial aspect. Many are left without guidance, struggling to make ends meet while fighting for their health.

Ashley gave us great resources on our webinar you can find on youtube, or our link in bio.

Join us every 2nd and 4th tuesday of the month @ 11:00am. Our next topic: Love Languages and Cancer with Maygen Nolan.

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Let's discuss our experiences and insights below. We may not have a playbook, but by sharing our stories, we can help others navigate their own cancer journeys. Share your thoughts and experiences in the comments, and let's make a difference! 💬👇

We want to take a moment to spotlight the Celebrate Life 5K - Denton Committee!
Thank you for giving of your own time and energy to make this year's event such a huge success. We are grateful for your passion and partnership with us to support cancer patients.

🌟 Society, Mental Health, and Cancer Stories: The "Every Body Has a Story Campaign" 🌟

Stephanie Broussard says Cancer stories aren't just about diagnoses and treatments; they include the emotional and psychological impacts, as well as the relationship between society and mental health. Let's embrace these narratives and create understanding.

Don't miss our next survive and thrive webinar series on November 14th @ 11:00 am where we will tackle "Love Languages and Cancer" With Maygen Nolan. Register in our link in bio.

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The connection between cancer stories and society's impact on mental health is significant. Let's raise our voices, shatter stigmas, and promote a more empathetic and supportive world. 💛🌈✨

🌟 Validating Your Fears: Join the "Every Body Has a Story Campaign" 🌟

Cancer patients, your stories are not just about courage and hope, but also about the very real emotional and psychological impacts of this journey, including the challenges of body image. It's time to embrace and validate our fears.

Join us with a live webinar every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month @ 11:00 am CT. Get your Cancer questions answered.

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Your fears are valid, and it's okay to acknowledge them. Let's break the silence, support one another, and create a safe space where we can be authentic about the challenges we face.

🌟 Important Announcement 🌟
It is with a heavy heart that we share the news: the Texas Oncology Foundation has made the difficult decision to postpone the Survive and Thrive Conference originally scheduled for Saturday, November 4. We understand the anticipation and excitement surrounding this in-person event, and we share in your disappointment.

However, we're committed to bringing you an even more incredible experience in the summer of 2024. This extra time will allow us to create an event that exceeds all expectations, providing an even more valuable platform for our community to come together.

If you've already registered and paid for the conference, please rest assured that full refunds will be processed to the credit card used for registration.
We want to thank you for your support and understanding during this challenging time. Stay tuned for updates, and let's look forward to an amazing gathering in the summer of 2024.

Together, we'll make it worth the wait! 💪💕

🚨 Unveiling the Hidden Costs: Financial Toxicity in Cancer Care 🚨

Let's talk about the unexpected costs that cancer patients face daily, and raise awareness about the real impact of financial toxicity. 💰💔🏥

Join us every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month @ 11:00 am CT on zoom: Our next topic on November 14th is on Love Languages and Cancer.

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Your voice matters, and your stories can shed light on the untold struggles. Let's stand together and make a difference in the lives of cancer patients. 💪💙