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Alice McKenney on July 23, 2012
We are always on the lookout for organizations who are doing great work and that you would likely be interested in learning about. Breastcancer.org is by no means new, but it is due time for us to spotlight the great programs that they offer for breast cancer survivors!
Read MoreSarah Goodell on July 19, 2012
Hi! I’m Sarah and I’m very excited to be joining the Cancer and Careers team as the new Program Coordinator.
Read MoreAndrew Jacob on July 16, 2012
Sure, your social media presence could be held against you by an employer, but it might also help you more than you realize. Learn more about how your social media presence impacts your job search!
Read MoreAlice McKenney on July 12, 2012
Next Thursday we are hosting another one of our acclaimed Ask The Experts teleconferences. Be sure to register now to get in on the information!
Read MoreAlice McKenney on July 9, 2012
The 2nd annual National Conference on Work & Cancer was June 22nd, and it was quite the exciting day! The day long event included sessions on job search, working during treatment and legal issues (just to name a few) and had a record number of attendees. We've gotten the pictures back from the event and wanted to share with everyone!
Read MoreAmy Coleman on July 5, 2012
Sometimes the circumstances in our lives temporarily prevent us from making a shift. Or they make it possible.
Read MoreCancer and Careers Guest Blogger on June 28, 2012
Today was a historic day for the country and those coping with cancer: the Supreme Court of the United States released a decision to uphold the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act of 2010 (aka 'healthcare reform' or 'Obamacare').
Read MoreAmy Coleman on June 25, 2012
The Grand Rapids Press recently highlighted a two-part series on work and cancer focused on legal rights and disclosure. The second piece really got the Cancer and Careers team talking about what’s expected, reasonable and appropriate for people living with cancer and disclosure in the workplace.
Read MoreAmy Coleman on June 12, 2012
Whether you’ve been let go, have had to leave your job because you ran out of disability or needed time off to care for yourself or a loved one in the face of cancer diagnosis or treatment, losing your job can generate feelings of depression and low self-worth. Learn about some practical things you can do to regain a sense of control.
Read MoreAlice McKenney on June 8, 2012
Networking, resumes, cover letters, LinkedIn. If you’re like many other people, the idea of doing all of these things simultaneously can be daunting. Our videos can help!
Read MoreEva LaManna on June 5, 2012
We are so privileged to be working with three incredible organizations in the cancer community on our Beauty of Caring event in Miami.
Read MoreAmy Coleman on May 31, 2012
Hi there! I’m Amy and I’m thrilled to be the newest addition to the Cancer and Careers team as a Manager of Programs.
Read MoreEva LaManna on May 25, 2012
We just wrapped up our last session of the Spring Educational Series for Healthcare Professionals, and the results were excellent!
Read MoreAlice McKenney on May 21, 2012
If your financial resources are stretched to the limit, our new Survival Guide to Cancer on a Shoestring offers information on how to control your medical costs; find financial assistance for medical care; get free legal advice; and more.
Read MoreEva LaManna on May 17, 2012
Register now for our FREE event featuring expert career coaching and beauty tips!
Read MoreTrevel Balser on May 14, 2012
An easy way to show your support of CAC is to write a glowing review on GreatNonprofits.org
Read MoreAlice McKenney on May 10, 2012
Six seconds. That’s all the time the average recruiter takes to review your resume. Make sure yours has what hiring managers are looking for.
Read MoreEva LaManna on May 8, 2012
Inc. Magazine recently compiled a list of 8 hard-to-define qualities that can set you apart from others and make you a "remarkable employee."
Read MoreTrevel Balser on May 2, 2012
Thank you to Cos Bar and Lipsmart for their support of CAC!
Read MoreAlice McKenney on April 26, 2012
Legal issues is one of the largest needs our users have and we often bring in experts to address them and provide assistance. So when we heard about the National Cancer Legal Services Network (NCLSN), it was only fitting that we spread the word!
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