In 2014, the American Cancer Society estimated 1.6 million Americans were diagnosed with cancer, the equivalent
to someone receiving a diagnosis every 30 seconds. 1 in 10 households are affected by a cancer diagnosis, affecting not only the patient, but also family and friends.
On behalf of CancerCare, a national non-profit organization, and
Bayer HealthCare I was able to learn about Pillow Talk: Conversations about Cancer,
a free, at-home pillow decorating kit that brings together patients,
caregivers, friends and families who collaborate to transform a blank
pillow into a creative expression that showcases their special, personal
relationships.
Through CancerCare.org, 25,000
Pillow Talk Care Packages will be available for FREE to anyone touched by cancer.
Kits
will include tips and fact sheets to help initiate those
difficult-to-start conversations. The use of art therapy can be a good
way to start the conversation in a creative
environment where people can express thoughts and feelings they might
not otherwise be able to communicate.
ABOUT AHUVA MORRIS:
Ahuva Morris is an oncology social worker who provides supportive counseling and resources to patients, caregivers, loved ones and people who have experienced the loss of a loved one. She is part of the CancerCare for Kids program and has provided outreach to New York City hospitals by giving presentations about CancerCare services, specifically for children. Ahuva is also a member of the Association of Oncology Social Work (AOSW) and the National Association of Social Workers (NASW).
Ahuva Morris is an oncology social worker who provides supportive counseling and resources to patients, caregivers, loved ones and people who have experienced the loss of a loved one. She is part of the CancerCare for Kids program and has provided outreach to New York City hospitals by giving presentations about CancerCare services, specifically for children. Ahuva is also a member of the Association of Oncology Social Work (AOSW) and the National Association of Social Workers (NASW).
ABOUT CANCERCARE:
Founded in 1944, CancerCare® is the leading national organization providing free, professional support services and information to help people manage the emotional, practical and financial challenges of cancer. Our comprehensive services include counseling and support groups over the phone, online and in-person, educational workshops, publications and financial and co-payment assistance. All CancerCare services are provided by oncology social workers and world-leading cancer experts. To learn more, visit www.cancercare.org.
Founded in 1944, CancerCare® is the leading national organization providing free, professional support services and information to help people manage the emotional, practical and financial challenges of cancer. Our comprehensive services include counseling and support groups over the phone, online and in-person, educational workshops, publications and financial and co-payment assistance. All CancerCare services are provided by oncology social workers and world-leading cancer experts. To learn more, visit www.cancercare.org.
About Bayer HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc.:
Bayer
HealthCare Pharmaceuticals Inc. is the U.S.-based pharmaceuticals
business of Bayer HealthCare LLC, a subsidiary
of Bayer AG. Bayer HealthCare is one of the world's leading, innovative
companies in the healthcare and medical products industry, and combines
the activities of the Animal Health, Consumer Care, Medical Care, and
Pharmaceuticals divisions. As a specialty
pharmaceutical company, Bayer HealthCare provides products for General
Medicine, Hematology, Neurology, Oncology and Women’s Healthcare. The
company's aim is to discover and manufacture products that will improve
human health worldwide by diagnosing, preventing
and treating diseases.
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