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Luminaries: Cancer Survivorship

Luminaries is a simple program that assists cancer Survivors in living a healthy life.

Build For Simplicity:

- Luminaries Twelve-month program that assists Survivors in leveraging their natural biological tools to develop sustainable habits to live a healthy life.
- Like a popular subscription box, Luminaries curates kits that are delivered to doorsteps and hospital rooms.
- Luminaries is not centered on digital platforms, but uses analog, everyday tools, that can be used throug

hout their Survivorship journey.
- Most importantly, Luminaries works hand-in-hand with Robert H Lurie Comprehensive Cancer Center of Northwestern University to ground the survivorship solutions in science and research, allowing a high-quality Survivorship program to reach across the nation. Creates Care at Scale:

- Luminaries eliminates socio-demographic disparities of survivorship and cancer
- Luminaries removes roadblocks to post-treatment care, such as transportation, childcare issues, access to the internet or missing work
- Luminaries reaches underserved survivors in areas what don’t have access to world-class survivorship programs

06/13/2026

June is National Cancer Survivors Month. Join us as we honor the strength, resilience, and determination of cancer survivors everywhere.

Did you know that 70% of cancer survivors live five years or more after their diagnosis? Every survivor's journey is unique, but each one is a powerful reminder of hope, progress, and the importance of ongoing support.

At Luminaries Cancer Survivorship, we are proud to stand beside survivors as they navigate life beyond cancer, helping them not just survive, but thrive.

This month, we celebrate every milestone, every victory, and every person whose courage continues to inspire us.

💜 To all survivors: Your story matters. Your strength shines. And you are never alone.

06/06/2026

June is National Cancer Survivors Month, a time to recognize and honor the strength of those living beyond cancer.

In 2025, an estimated 79% of cancer survivors in the United States are age 60 or older, a powerful reminder that survivorship spans generations, and that thousands of older adults continue to navigate life after cancer with courage, resilience, and determination.

At Luminaries Cancer Survivorship, we are committed to supporting survivors at every stage of life with resources, connection, and care that help them move forward with confidence and hope.

This month, we honor every survivor and the journey that continues long after treatment ends.
www.Luminaries.life

06/04/2026

June is National Cancer Survivors Month - a time to recognize and honor the millions of people who are living beyond cancer and redefining what survivorship means every day.

It is estimated that there are 18.6 million cancer survivors in the United States. That represents approximately 5.4% of the population - 18.6 million unique stories of strength, resilience, healing, and hope.

At Luminaries Cancer Survivorship, we see what that number truly represents: individuals and families navigating life after cancer, each with their own challenges, victories, and ongoing needs. Survivorship doesn’t end when treatment does, and support shouldn’t either.

This month reminds us why our work matters. We are here to provide connection, resources, education, and encouragement to help survivors not just live, but truly live well beyond cancer.

To every survivor: you are seen, you are valued, and your journey matters.
www.Luminaries.life

06/03/2026

June is National Cancer Survivor Month - a time to honor the courage, resilience, and strength of the millions of people who have faced cancer and continue to move forward in their survivorship journey.

At Luminaries Cancer Survivorship, this month holds special meaning. Every day, we are committed to walking alongside survivors as they navigate life after diagnosis providing support, connection, education, and resources that help restore confidence, well-being, and hope. Survivorship doesn’t end when treatment does, and neither does our support.

National Cancer Survivor Month is also a reminder that survivorship looks different for everyone. It’s about celebrating milestones big and small, recognizing the ongoing challenges survivors may face, and building a community where no one has to go through it alone.

We are proud to do this work and deeply grateful to the survivors who inspire it every day. This June, and all year long, we honor your strength and continue our commitment to supporting you every step of the way.

05/29/2026

A Message from Laura Southwick Hendricks
Luminaries: Cancer Survivorship - Co Founder

When I started my stem cell transplant journey on this day 8 years ago, I did not know what the future would hold. I hoped it would include seeing my children grow into amazing human beings, going through life side by side with Brock Hendricks, meeting my future niece and nephews, school concerts, sports sidelines, books before bedtime and everything in between. On May 25th those were all hopes. But due to science, an amazing family who donated their baby’s stem cells, so much support and love - and a lot of help from God- I am here today making every one of those hopes a reality. I am thankful for each day- EVERYDAY- but most importantly on my rebirthday. The day that started the process to make every one of those hopes a reality. Cancer almost took everything from us, but in the end it has taught me gratitude, faith, and love in ways I never thought imaginable. So today, find your hopes and turn them into realities. And never stop being grateful for this amazing ride of life.

Chicago North Shore Moms

05/19/2026

We have some truly exciting news to share with you — and it hits close to home for every single one of us in the Luminaries community.

On May 14, 2026, a landmark piece of bipartisan legislation was introduced in Congress: the Lainie Jones Comprehensive Cancer Survivorship Act. This bold and meaningful bill was introduced by Representatives Debbie Wasserman Schultz (herself a cancer survivor and Co-Chair of the House Cancer Caucus), Brian Fitzpatrick, Mark DeSaulnier, and Joe Wilson — and it was written with people like YOU in mind.

The bill is named in honor of Lainie Jones, an extraordinary woman who faced adrenal carcinoma, sarcoma, breast cancer, thyroid cancer, melanoma, lung cancer, and ultimately glioblastoma — first diagnosed with cancer at just 18 months old. For 13 years, Lainie spent her life as an online advocate, encouraging others to do self-checks and stay connected with their doctors. Her courage and legacy deserve nothing less than this.

Here's what this Act could mean for cancer survivors across the country:

★ Personalized care planning — coverage to help survivors develop individualized survivorship plans

★ Care coordination — support for navigating complex, ongoing cancer care

★ Employment assistance — grants to help survivors, families, and caregivers navigate workforce challenges

★ A new payment model — rewarding quality survivorship care across the entire care journey

★ Enhanced Medicare coverage — so no survivor is left to navigate life after cancer alone

★ Education & awareness — resources for both survivors and healthcare providers

★ Access to fertility preservation services and provisions for childhood and adolescent cancer survivors

The numbers tell a sobering story: only one in three survivors currently receives a survivorship care plan, and half of all survivors face financial hardship tied to their diagnosis. With 18 million Americans living with, through, and beyond cancer, this legislation couldn't come at a more important time.

At Luminaries, we have always believed that surviving cancer is only the beginning — and that every survivor deserves the tools, support, and community to truly thrive. This bill reflects that belief at the highest level of our government, and we are deeply encouraged by its introduction.

We invite you to read the full official press release and learn more about this legislation here: https://wassermanschultz.house.gov/news/documentsingle.aspx?DocumentID=3498

We also encourage you to share this news with fellow survivors, family members, caregivers, and friends. Every voice matters, and the more support this bill receives, the greater the chance it becomes law.

Thank you for being part of the Luminaries family. Together, we are making sure that no survivor walks this journey alone.

www.luminaries.life

05/07/2026

Life after cancer treatment comes with its own journey, and survivorship is about more than follow-up appointments. It’s about healing, rebuilding strength, managing long-term side effects, and finding joy in everyday moments again. 💜

At Luminaries Cancer Survivorship, we understand that survivorship looks different for everyone. That’s why support, guidance, and community can make all the difference as you move forward with confidence.

Wherever you are on your survivorship journey, know this: you are not alone, and brighter days are ahead. ✨

05/05/2026

🔬 May is National Cancer Research Month 🔬

At Luminaries Cancer Survivorship, we know that every breakthrough in cancer research represents something powerful - more hope, more options, more survivors, and more time with the people we love. Thanks to continued advancements, millions are now living with, through, and beyond cancer.

This month, we proudly recognize the researchers, physicians, advocates, and survivors who remind us that progress is possible. Together, we are stronger, and together, we shine a light on the importance of continued research, support, and survivorship care. 💜

05/03/2026

Maybe you’re a survivor.
Maybe you love one.
Maybe you’re honoring someone you miss every day.

However this journey has touched your life, our Luminaries collection was created for you. Explore curated items that reflect strength, hope, and connection. Purchase for yourself or for someone you love. Shipping is free and funds raised are used to help support survivors. Visit our online store today!

05/01/2026

Do you know someone navigating life after cancer? At Luminaries Cancer Survivorship, we’re here for the after - the healing, the rebuilding, the finding your way forward. Please help us reach more survivors by sharing our page. You never know who might need this community. Thank you!

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