HNC Fund

08/19/2026

No Magic Is Stronger Than Sisterhood

A tribute to the sister who has been my best friend through ordinary days, extraordinary adventures, and life's hardest seasons....

A tribute to the sister who has been my best friend through ordinary days, extraordinary adventures, and life's hardest seasons. “No magic is stronger than sisterhood. Cast by fate, tested by time, and never broken.” Sisterhood is a treasured bond—the unbreakable gift of showing up for one ano...

08/19/2026

To Our Children: What Motherhood Has Taught Me

A love letter about the beautiful chaos, ordinary magic, and extraordinary privilege of watching our children grow....

A love letter about the beautiful chaos, ordinary magic, and extraordinary privilege of watching our children grow. This is for you. No matter what life brings our way, I need you to know that you were my dreams come true—and so much more. When your father and I learned we were expecting, our hear...

08/19/2026

Powerful Oak: Roots, Family, and Enduring Legacy

A reflection on the people who gave me strong roots. The family we hope to grow for our children guides us forward....

Family roots run deep in a tribute to the people who gave me strength and the legacy we hope to grow for our children.

08/18/2026

How to Create Lasting Calm During and After Cancer Treatment

Practical ways patients, caregivers, and families can build predictability, emotional safety, and small moments of control during an uncertain season....

Practical tips for patients, caregivers, and families to build predictability and calm after treatment during cancer care.

08/18/2026

Connecting Champions: Helping Young People With Cancer Imagine Life Beyond Treatment

A conversation with Connecting Champions founder Sidney about mentorship, identity, school, careers, and hope. For more than 20 years, I have volunteered to support young head and neck cancer patients and survivors across the country....

A conversation with Connecting Champions founder Sidney about mentorship, identity, school, careers, and hope. For more than 20 years, I have volunteered to support young head and neck cancer patients and survivors across the country. I have had the honor of listening to and connecting with remarkab...

08/18/2026

Why We Chose Homeschooling

A family journey toward flexible, intentional, curiosity-driven learning. Becoming parents was a dream come true for my husband and me....

A family journey toward flexible, intentional, curiosity-driven learning. Becoming parents was a dream come true for my husband and me. Like many new parents, those early years were magically blissful and euphorically exhausting. I had never been happier in my life, and I had also never been so deli...

03/17/2024

HNC Fundraiser in Pinehurst Village

HNC Fundraiser in Pinehurst Village by alyssa0619March 17, 2024March 17, 2024Leave a comment Share this:TwitterFacebookLike this:Like Loading... featuredWritten by alyssa0619View all posts by alyssa0619Personal website

10/27/2023

Applications for Head Neck Cancer Fund Patient of the Year is open! HNC Patients of the year are given financial support for cancer related expenses. SHARE and LIKE to get out the word!

Apply now at https//:hncfund.org


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10/27/2023

22-23 Patient of the Year: Heidi Holt
Heidi is a 33 y/o 1st grade teacher in Alexandria VA. She loves mystery, sci-fi, Star Wars, and Disney.

She was diagnosed with Stage 3 tongue cancer August 22, 2021. Following her diagnosis, she had 30% of the right side of her tongue removed.

The Head Neck Cancer Fund has provided her with financial support during this difficult period.

“Cancer is no joke. It is not easy to navigate. However, I know my Savior is taking care of me through it all.”

Visit https://hncfund.org/patient-of-the-year/ to learn more.

06/26/2023

Advice from experts for HNC Recovery: Oral Care

1. Stay Hydrated🚰: Water is essential for good oral health and avoiding dry mouth

2. Avoid Caffeine 😭 and Alcohol

3. Avoid Whitening Agents and and products containing Alcohol

4. Make sure your dentist knows your treatment plan

Learn more at: https://hncfund.org/2023/04/20/oral-care/

For a comprehensive guide to healthy oral care products, visit https://sideeffectsupport.com/

Head Neck Cancer patients and survivors have a plethora of unique healthcare needs both immediate and long-term. One vital component throughout any HNC journey is maintaining proper oral care.