Mend Together x Cancer

07/08/2022

If you are looking for a virtual shoulder to lean on during cancer, we are here for you.

Click here to connect with others in our new Support Communities: https://www.mendtogether.com/

Meet others like you, ask questions, get guidance, and find inspiration.

07/01/2022

🚘 🏥 Time to get creative!

:: Thank you for always making us laugh during difficult times ::

06/17/2022

Many of us think of offering to bring food or babysit when someone we love is going through cancer. Cancer patients are also grateful for offers of help with pets, too. An animal companion may not be getting the walks or attention it needs when their caregiver is going through surgeries or treatments.

Our Volunteer Calendar can help you (or someone you know going through cancer) organize fur family support easily. Tap the link in our bio to learn more or visit: https://linktr.ee/wemendtogether

06/01/2022

You may think optimism helps someone going through cancer feel better, but it often does the opposite. Even well-intentioned words can cause pain. Instead of accidentally discrediting a cancer patient’s feelings, try saying this instead:

💛 “I hope things are going better.”

💛 “I know cancer hasn’t been easy. If you’d like to talk about some of the harder parts of this, I’m here for you.”

💛 “Don’t feel you need to look on the bright side. It’s ok to be sad about what’s been happening.”

💛 “That sucks.”

For more helpful tips on what to say and not say, tap the link in our bio or click here: https://linktr.ee/wemendtogether

05/27/2022

This quote always hits home for us. It has been a devastating week for everyone. Our hearts are with you all. We are here for you if you need a virtual shoulder to lean on during this difficult time. 💛

05/20/2022

Having cancer can feel like a full-time job. Responding to each call, email, and text is overwhelming. Don't take offense if your friend doesn’t reply.

You can make their life easier by helping them create a Community Journal where they can update everyone at the same time. Learn more here: https://www.mendtogether.com/landing/journal

05/13/2022

✨ By popular demand! You can now connect with other patients or caregivers like you in our new Support Communities. Find emotional support, get insider tips, and gain inspiration from others who have “been there”.

Academic studies show that people who participate in Support Communities experience less pain, depression, and anxiety and more confidence, optimism, and higher quality of life.

🤗 Click here to explore communities now: https://app.mendtogether.com/search

05/07/2022

—> Know someone that needs help with what to say (and NOT say) to someone going through cancer? Check out our popular article on this very topic here — and feel free to share. 🙂

👉 https://www.mendtogether.com/advice/

Get advice on what works, what doesn't, and how you can make sense of a cancer journey.

04/29/2022

We are thrilled to introduce our new Volunteer Calendar! We spent months fine-tuning this new, free resource. Here’s how it works:

- Patients can coordinate offers of help like meals, rides, or prayer calls
- Loved ones can volunteer where support is needed most

Now patients can share when and where support could be helpful. Friends and family can choose to pitch in to lift burdens and spirits -- or suggest ideas of their own. We hope you will check it out here: https://www.mendtogether.com/landing/calendar

04/22/2022

Bringing up negative outcomes can be extremely unsettling for cancer patients. No two cancers or experiences are the same. It’s best not to compare stories when considering what to say to a cancer patient. Try these friendly phrases instead:

💛 “What has been the hardest part of your journey?
💛 “Can we figure out together how I can support you with this?”
💛 “I plan to check in with you to see how you’re doing, both during and after treatments. In the meantime, if you ever feel like you are in a tough place, please let me know if you need someone to vent with.”

Click here for more helpful tips for supporting a friend with cancer: https://www.mendtogether.com/

04/16/2022

Many of you have asked us to connect you with other patients and caregivers who “get it”. We are thrilled to announce our new Support Communities are about to go live!

Moderated by experts, these unique groups will be a place for helping and healing — all in a private setting. Click here to sign up for our newsletter and get notified when we go live: https://www.mendtogether.com/

04/08/2022

Mend Together’s mission is to help you get through life — cancer life. Click here to get emotional, physical, financial, and spiritual support for yourself or someone you love during cancer: https://www.mendtogether.com/

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