MGHCC Adolescent and Young Adult Program

10/12/2023

"AYA support groups take a variety of forms – in-person, online, informal, or structured. Some groups are dedicated to a specific cancer, while others are more general. But through each there is a common thread of connection and hope in shared experiences."

We are grateful for the leaders and members of our Sarcoma Support Group.

For many people, a cancer diagnosis is a lonely experience marked by feelings of isolation. For adolescents and young adults (AYAs) with cancer, this is especially true. AYAs – who represent only 4…

09/07/2023

Join us this Sunday, September 10th at the MGH Cancer Center 5K to raise funds and awareness for this important program!

The Adolescent and Young Adult (AYA) Cancer Program was created to optimize the care, outcomes, and experiences of adolescent and young adult patients (ages 15-39) with cancer through integrated care delivery, research, and education. 

05/13/2021

Please see information below about a young adult brain tumor support group at MGH!

Ages: 18-40
Time: Every two weeks from 4:15-5:45pm, via Zoom.

05/11/2021

Check out this FREE, virtual summer camp/conference from Next Step for young people ages 16-24 living with a chronic illness! The first campference session will be "Cancer", which will be held June 24-26th.

Next Step Campference combines the fun and camaraderie of camp with the focus and resourcefulness of a conference. It's a judgment-free zone where you and other young adults who've been impacted by chronic illness can learn from, share with, and advocate for each other.

At campference, you can expect to make connections, and feel the relief of being surrounded by other young adults that “get it.” Through workshops designed by your peers, community-building activities, and expressive arts (no talent required!)--you can not only grow but be yourself and use your voice.

For more information and to apply, go to: https://www.nextstepnet.org/campference/

09/09/2020

Register today for a free virtual conference for young adults!

On October 3rd, join national orgs for learning, support, and community-building. This free half-day conference includes educational and social breakout sessions as well as opportunities to build community and strengthen your toolkit for getting through and beyond cancer as a young adult.

For more information and to register, visit: https://yacancerconnection.org/cancervention/

Cancervention is a partnership between Young Adult Cancer Connection ()and Sidney Kimmel Cancer Center - Jefferson Health ()

08/14/2020

Oncology Social Workers are licensed mental health professionals who provide support for the many issues that may affect AYA patients and their families during cancer diagnosis, treatment and recovery. Click the link below to learn more about our team of social workers who specialize in their specific disease groups. Have a wonderful weekend everyone!

Meet the team of oncology social workers at the Mass General Cancer Center.

08/11/2020

Don't forget to drop by one or all of our August virtual meet ups. This month's virtual meet ups are for young adult patients of the MGH Cancer Center and will take place every Thursday from 12-1pm on Zoom.

Please email [email protected] for the Zoom link!

08/07/2020

Check out this great 2-day virtual conference for young adult patients! Please see the attached photo for more information and the link to register!!

Link to register: https://www.tfaforms.com/4831965

08/07/2020

Beginning in August, we will be holding a VIRTUAL MEET UP FOR YOUNG ADULTS (18-39) WITH ADVANCED CANCERS.

This meet up is open to MGH patients who are at any point of their cancer journey, either in active treatment or survivorship. This group will take place every Thursday for the month of August from 12:00-1:00pm on Zoom. Attendance to any or all of the groups is not required (you can attend one, none, or all).

If you are interested in participating in any of these meet ups and would like to receive the zoom link or have additional questions, please message us on here or contact [email protected].

Please don't hesitate to reach out with any questions or concerns.

Happy Friday Everyone!

07/09/2020

STUPID CANCER STORIES is a multimedia platform created by Stupid Cancer to connect members of the adolescent and young adult cancer (AYA) community through the power of storytelling.

The Stupid Cancer Story Library provides a window into the experiences of other patients, survivors, caregivers, and professionals at any stage of the cancer journey through first person essays hosted on this Medium blog site (https://blog.stupidcancer.org/) and Vimeo video library (https://vimeo.com/showcase/6912959).

Stupid Cancer is currently looking to receive more contributions from patients, survivors, and caregivers.

Written stories can be any format, including journal entries, poetry, or other creative writing styles. In addition to written content, you may also submit audio and video submissions and creative formats such as spoken word, comedic monologues, or other performance styles.

If you are interesting in submitting a story, check out this helpful Story Guide at https://stpdcn.cr/storyguide , which has writing prompts, interview questions, and other tips on how to craft a Stupid Cancer Story. You can find the submission link at https://stpdcn.cr/shareastory