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Sarah Goodell on July 25, 2016
Cancer has become a chronic illness for many people today, something that is manageable and that they live with long-term. We hear this often in our work with cancer patients and survivors, and it further demonstrates the need for a shift in how we view cancer.
Read MoreRachel Becker, LMSW on July 14, 2016
"Time management"a life skill that gets developed and refined over time. For many cancer survivors, taking the time to refresh ones approach to time management can help mitigate the overwhelming feelings that often arise when balancing a job and/or job search, ongoing doctor appointments, and all of the other things that come with life.
Read MoreChrissy Brennan on July 11, 2016
Being happy at work is important to most people, but it can be especially important to cancer patients and survivors who are working through treatment. Find out how changing the way you think about your job can improve your degree of job satisfaction.
Read MoreNicole Jarvis, LMSW on June 16, 2016
Looking for a job is not as simple as it once was. The number, and level, of college degrees seem to hold less weight, years of experience in jobs are not as important, and job requirements seem to be more nuanced. More and more employers are looking to see what "soft skills" job seekers are bringing to the table.
Read MoreRachel Becker, LMSW on May 12, 2016
It can be very useful to find instant answers to treatment-related questions via Google, but it’s important to remember that searching cancer-related topics while on the job can lead to unintended workplace disclosure.
Read MoreNicole Jarvis, LMSW on May 2, 2016
Much like physical strength, mental strength is something everyone has to work at to some degree. Mental toughness in the workplace can be important for self-discipline, task management and an overall feeling of confidence.
Read MoreMaddy Meislin on April 28, 2016
According to a recent Business Insider article, we could learn a thing or two about happiness at work from Denmark, the happiest country in the world (according to international studies). The article lists some tips from the Scandinavian country on how Americans can make work a happier place.
Read MoreKelsey Fenton on April 25, 2016
At Cancer and Careers, we know that workplaces are touched by cancer too, not just employees. Workplace Transitions is a new tool that provides employers and supervisors with the information they need to support their staff and manage cancer in the workplace.
Read MoreNicole Jarvis, LMSW on April 18, 2016
In March of 2010, the Affordable Care Act was signed into law by President Obama. Though there was much controversy initially, the benefits have been seen and felt by many. Find out what’s been accomplished in its first six years!
Read MoreMaddy Meislin on April 7, 2016
In honor of National Young Adult Cancer Awareness Week, we would like to spotlight some of our amazing community partners that are making a difference in the lives of young adult survivors — not just this week, but each and every day!
Read MoreKelsey Fenton on April 4, 2016
According to a recent post on the NYT Well blog, more children than parents are concerned about what parents are posting about them on social media. This is a particularly important issue for childhood cancer survivors as well as adult survivors who have friends or family with a very active online presence.
Read MoreRebecca Nellis on March 17, 2016
Dear Amy, I am writing to you from Cancer and Careers, a 15-year-old national nonprofit organization dedicated to helping cancer patients and survivors navigate the issues related to work and cancer, in response to a recent Ask Amy post you published regarding a question from “Recovering” about his/her skin cancer scar.
Read MoreSarah Goodell on March 14, 2016
Cure Today recently published an article by SamFund founder and CEO Samantha Eisenstein Watson about the financial burden that comes with cancer and how it can be particularly overwhelming for young survivors. The SamFund is an incredible resource for young adults dealing with the financial aftermath of cancer treatment.
Read MoreAlicia Chin on March 3, 2016
Hi, I’m Alicia, a new staff member at Cancer and Careers. I’m also an old staff member, since I originally came on board in 2002, when the program was just getting started. There were only two of us back then, with a lot happening all at once. So much has changed!
Read MoreNicole Jarvis, LMSW on February 18, 2016
While knowing one’s rights in the workplace is always important, with a cancer diagnosis it is even more crucial to ensuring that you are being fully protected. See what’s new in 2016.
Read MoreChrissy Brennan on February 11, 2016
Thankfully, more and more employers are starting to realize that by supporting staff members who have cancer, the company itself stands to benefit as well.
Read MoreKelsey Fenton on February 1, 2016
FlexJobs.com recently shared an interesting infographic about the real life implications of online content. For cancer survivors, online content can potentially have even bigger implications when it comes to finding, or keeping, a job after diagnosis.
Read MoreMaddy Meislin on January 11, 2016
There is still time to purchase individual or family health insurance plans through the marketplace! Open Enrollment for 2016 runs until January 31.
Read MoreKelsey Fenton on December 14, 2015
Here are four steps to writing a flexible-work proposal that your boss will approve.
Read MoreNicole Jarvis, LMSW on December 3, 2015
Adjusting one’s perspective can be helpful when processing the news of a cancer diagnosis. Though each cancer experience is unique, there are certain ways to approach it that can assist you in continuing to live life as positively as possible.
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