Looking for wigs, headscarves and or hats? I did a little research and compiled a list of places (mostly online) where you can find the right fit for you: Headcovers - Their slogan is ‘Be Empowered, Be yourself’. An online store that offers a wide...
Whenever I am having a rough season in my life, I tend to turn to words of inspiration and motivation. In our fast paced, technology driven world we have no short supply of ways to get our daily motivational fix. Here is a list for...
Being a primary caretaker for a loved one with cancer is a wonderful gift. It is, however, a gift that can be overwhelming at times. Feelings of entrapment and/ or depression are common for primary caregivers. Feeling this way is not something to be ashamed of....
For those who are looking for some extra support, or even just to be a little more involved in a community, here is a list of community and support groups that will hopefully aid you in your search. Knights of Columbus - This is a...
New York City is an expensive city, it’s true. So many times I feel that I do not take full advantage of what the city has to offer because I am hesitant about spending money. However, I don’t want a limited budget to get in...
“We don’t heal in isolation, but in community.” Kelley Harrell When we go through hard times there is always the potential to feel alone. Feelings of isolation and despair are both common and normal while facing difficult situations. Support groups are a great way to connect into...
A friend of mine recently underwent chemotherapy and she described to me how she wished that she had been better prepared. She inspired me to compile a list of tips for chemotherapy. I met with a few of my friends who have personally gone through...
If you are like me, you have a long list of things that you have always wanted to do, but have never gotten to because they seem less important. The truth is hobbies are not just a fun way to pass the time and explore...
Music is a very powerful and beautiful thing. It can lift one’s mood, inspire and even comfort those who hear it. It is no surprise then that music therapy has such a positive impact on those who partake in it. Many cancer patients and their...
Scott Fitzgerald said it best: “It was only a sunny smile, and little it cost in the giving, but like morning light it scattered the night and made the day worth living.” We all know that when we find ourselves in circumstances that call for a continual...