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Chemo Divas Foundation is a network of patients, survivors, & advocates on a mission to improve access to cancer support resources

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50+ Cancer Stories Shared

Amplifying the voices of cancer patients, survivors & caregivers by sharing their lived experiences

$108K+ in Assistance

Connecting patients and survivors to direct financial assistance

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A special thank you to our Community Partner, Family Reach ,for their generous contribution to our grant program via their Cancer Equity Initiative!

We are so grateful to Family Reach as well as the generosity of all of our donors. Thank you for helping us #BridgeTheGap

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YOUR VOICE IS YOUR POWER 💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾⁠
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As we honor black history month by celebrating the changemakers who came before us, let's remember the countless men & women who also made an impact but never had the opportunity to share their stories. 🕊️✨⁠
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To date, we’ve shined a light on dozens of incredible patients, survivors, and caregivers—and now, we want to hear from YOU! 🫵🏾🫵🏾🫵🏾⁠
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Storytelling is one of the most powerful tools within our community as it's a way to make sure our faces are seen, our voices are heard, and—most importantly—our experiences are honored.⁠
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So now more than ever, it’s time to amplify the voices that make up our Chemo Divas community 💚✨⁠
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Please visit our website (link in bio) to share your story, and if you've already submitted your own story, tag a friend below to encourage them to do the same.⁠
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A lot of us don't realize how remarkable we truly are, but I will guarantee you that sharing a part of your journey will educate, uplift, and inspire a fellow Diva when she needs it the most. ⁠
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#ChemoDivas #OurStoriesMatter #ShareYourStory #BlackHistoryMonth

Cassie | @Cass_rocks_ | Diagnosed at 41 y/o⁠
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I was diagnosed with stage 3 non Hodgkin’s lymphoma after many ER trips due to pelvic pain. ⁠
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I am currently undergoing R EPOCH chemo and immunotherapy. ⁠
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The largest obstacle I’m facing during treatment is my inability to work. ⁠
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I have an amazing support system in my family, friends, and community. ⁠
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The Bible verse that gets me through these trying times is "I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me."

Nathalie | @Healhertoo | Diagnosed at 46 y/o⁠
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"My name is Nathalie Delpeche. I was diagnosed with a Malignant Phyllodes Tumor in July 2023. Phyllodes tumors are rare and make up fewer than 1% of all breast tumors. They occur in the connective tissue and are treated as a sarcoma. ⁠
⁠I discovered a lump in April 2023 for which I had diagnostic imaging which confirmed it was benign. Several weeks later another lump appeared and I was sent for more testing. A biopsy done in late July revealed the MPT. It grew very aggressively so I had a mastectomy on Aug 10. ⁠
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I had begun doing CTDNA testing as a form of monitoring in October 2023. A PET scan in Nov 2023 was normal. The second CTDNA test in January 2024 came back positive. Follow up PET scan in Feb 2024 confirmed metastasis to my lungs and spine. I had been asymptomatic so I am grateful for biomarker testing. ⁠
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I found an oncologist at Duke who was doing a rare breast tumor study and had a particular focus in Phyllodes tumors. I traveled back and forth to Duke from NY and completed the max number of rounds of AIM chemotherapy in August 2024. I had surgery on both my lungs in June and also had 1 treatment of radiation to my spine in August. ⁠
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During my last round of chemo, a CT scan showed cancer had returned to my lungs. ⁠
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I began a Phase 1 clinical trial targeting a mutation of my tumor on Sept 30, 2024 and am prayerful this will help manage my cancer. ⁠
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Due to the rarity of this tumor it was difficult to find community and resources. It felt very lonely at times. But, social media, Google searches and just talking to people helps keep me encouraged and inspired. "

Ivy | msjackson_18 | Diagnosed at 53 y/o⁠
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"The purpose of this post is to provide encouragement and support to individuals who may harbor apprehensions or doubts about mammogram screenings, not to elicit sympathy.⁠
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4.26.24 - A day that will forever inspire my inner warrior. Diagnosed with Triple Negative Breast Cancer, I’m rising above the shock, I’m transforming numbness into courage, uncertainty into action and fear into hope.⁠
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It is often said that God assigns His most difficult struggles to His strongest warriors. However, the impact of this news led me to confront some challenging emotions. After coming to terms with the news, I reverted to my usual routine.⁠
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Unforeseen changes were reshaping my existence. While a chapter of my life was closing, I recognized that my journey was far from conclusion!⁠
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Having endured 5 months of aggressive chemotherapy, consisting of 4 biweekly and 12 weekly treatments, I am now flooded with emotions as this chapter concludes. This period has seemingly brought time to a standstill.⁠
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These last 5 months have presented considerable mental and physical difficulties for me, yet my faith remains unwavering. While the road to recovery is lengthy, I remain committed to persevering and staying resilient while on this journey.⁠
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I would like to express my heartfelt appreciation to those who knew for your steadfast prayers and enduring concern. Your support, combined with my faith, has been instrumental in my progress.⁠
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I have more life to live!⁠
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Isaiah 53:5 I AM HEALED!!🙌🏽💪🏽🎀⁠
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#imasurvivor⁠
#triplenegativebreastcancer⁠
#breastcancerawarenessmonth⁠
#notallpinksarethesame "

✨ Happy New Year to our Chemo Divas Fam! ✨⁠
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In 2025, our goal is to have more open and honest conversations about our finances 💸💸💸⁠
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We know talking about money can be veryyyy uncomfortable at times, but we also know how intertwined financial stability is with survivorship⁠
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So we want to hear from our Divas!⁠
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What topics are you interested in talking about in regards to cancer finances? Drop a comment below! 👇🏾💖⁠
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💡 Asking my care team for financial assistance⁠
🏠Finding mortgage/ rental assistance⁠
🩺Navigating health insurance⁠
📞Finding utility assistance⁠
🎓Managing student loans during treatment⁠
📊 Budgeting tips⁠ & tricks⁠
📝 What to know about life insurance⁠
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Let's open up the conversation this 2025 💚💚⁠
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#ChemoDivas #CancerCare #FinancialWellness #CancerSupport #Empowerment #NewYearGoals #HealthEquity #Advocacy

🎉 Today’s the big day—HAPPY #GivingTuesday! 💚✨
We’re on a mission to raise $10K to expand our programs and support even more Divas in need. Every dollar counts, and every share helps us get closer to the goal! 💸🙌🏾

Let’s show up, show out, and make a HUGE difference for our #ChemoDivas this #GivingTuesday2024! 💪🏾🌟

📣 Spread the word and join us in closing the gap in equitable cancer care. Together, we can move mountains! 💚

#ChemoDivas #HealthEquity #NoOneFightsAlone #ClosingTheGap

I’d like to wish our Chemo Divas family, a Happy Thanksgiving! 🦃🍁

Now I know for some of us, this holiday season may feel a bit different than we’re used to.

For me personally, it’s my fourth Thanksgiving since losing my mom to cancer 🕊️✨

But I’m trying to focus on all of the beautiful things I am grateful for because I know that’s what my mom would’ve wanted.

So today, I’m filled with gratitude for YOU 🫵🏾 🫵🏾—our amazing supporters who make everything we do possible. 🌟 Your kindness is changing lives, one diva at a time. 👑✨

Because of you, countless patients & survivors are getting the care and support they deserve. 🫶🏾☺️

As we head into Giving Tuesday, we’d be honored for you to choose Chemo Divas Foundation. 🥰🥰

Whether you choose to donate 💰, share our social media posts 📲, or simply tell a friend —every contribution helps to empower women with the tools they need to access equitable cancer care. 💪🏾💪🏾

So let’s show up and show out for our Chemo Divas community this holiday season. 🎄✨

And most importantly, thank you for being part of our journey. 🙌🏾💕

Happy Thanksgiving from the Chemo Divas Foundation! 💚💚💚💚

Help us reach our goal of raising $10,000 to expand our financial assistance and educational programs. Together, we can empower more women with the resources they need to reclaim their lives from cancer.

🎉 Reflecting on a Year of Impact! 🎉⁠
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As we gear up for the holiday season, we’re celebrating our most recent milestones made possible by your love & support for our mission! Here’s what we’ve achieved to date:⁠
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✔️Connected 130 of our Chemo Divas to $97K in direct financial support⁠
✔️ Amplified 60 women's cancer journeys by sharing their stories⁠
✔️ Updated our Cancer Support webpage with essential resources⁠
✔️ Featured on @forthebreastofus 's the “Baddie 2 Baddie” podcast spotlighting healthcare disparities⁠
✔️ Honored as a “Story of Hope” in Lymphoma Research Foundation’s Spring Pulse publication (@lymphomacommunity)⁠
✔️ Showcased at the Health Disparities in Hematological Malignancies Conference in Houston, TX⁠
✔️ Selected as a Program Partner at Lymphoma Research Foundation’s (@lymphomacommunity) Educational Forum in New York, NY⁠
✔️ Featured as a panelist on Family Reach's (@familyreach) “Power in Partnership” panel at the Imagine Session in Boston, MA⁠
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THANK YOU to each and every patient, survivor, advocate, and donor who has fueled our work toward equitable cancer care! 🙏🏾✨⁠
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💚 Now, we’re on a mission to raise $10K to expand our programs & services and reach even more Divas in need. It’s a big goal, but with the support of the amazing Chemo Divas community, we know we can make it happen.⁠
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If you're interested in helping us get the word out this #GivingTuesday, drop a 💚 below, and we’ll reach out with all the info you need!⁠
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Let’s make a difference together! #GivingTuesday2024 #ChemoDivas ⁠
#NoOneFightsAlone #ClosingTheGap ⁠

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