Author: Shea Mencel, Co-founder, We Are Here | Certified Integrative Health Coach They tell you to fight for your life. But they rarely talk about what that fight might cost you. I’m a 2x breast cancer survivor, diagnosed at 29, with an MBC recurrence at 32. I often say my fertility journey was more traumatic than my diagnoses. When the …
We Are Here is proud to share that our co-founder, Shea Mencel, was recently featured on the Her Health Compass podcast in a powerful conversation with Suzanne Stone, CEO of the Livestrong Foundation, hosted by Yonni Wattenmaker and Heather Ouida. Her Health Compass is a platform dedicated to creating space for honest, human conversations about women’s health, survivorship, and navigating …
Author: Carol Wang, Ph.D., Director of Clinical Research, We Are Here Clinical trials are crucial for many patients, by providing access to cutting-edge treatments and playing an important role in advancing medicine. However, many patients – especially those from underserved communities- face obstacles that limit their ability to participate. Common barriers include logistical challenges, financial concerns, and a lack of information …
Author: Carol Wang, Ph.D., Director of Clinical Research, We Are Here Cancer patients face significant financial challenges, especially when participating in clinical trials. Financial toxicity, the economic burden caused by cancer treatment costs, impacts patients’ ability to engage in trials that offer cutting-edge therapies. Despite the promise clinical trials hold for advancing cancer care, financial barriers—such as out-of-pocket costs, employment disruptions, …
Author: Carol Wang, Ph.D, Director of Clinical Research, We Are Here A cancer diagnosis brings an immediate need for support, but navigating the extensive landscape of available resources can be overwhelming for patients and caregivers. With thousands of cancer-related organizations in the United States, each with its own focus, the sheer volume of options often leads to confusion rather than …
We Are Here has partnered with Glic Health to offer our members significant savings on all medications, not just cancer-related prescriptions. This partnership provides an opportunity for patients to access affordable healthcare through discounts on both everyday medications and those needed for cancer treatment. Members can use the following codes to take advantage of these savings: Client Referral Link: Glic …
We Are Here has been accepted into the Cancer Hacker Lab’s Accelerator Program and is now part of their portfolio. This opportunity enables us to further expand our efforts in providing comprehensive support to cancer patients, including financial assistance, wellness support, and emotional guidance. As a member of the accelerator, we gain access to valuable resources, partnerships, and opportunities to …
We’re honored to be cited in the latest HealthyWomen article about the cost of cancer treatment. This piece sheds light on the financial challenges cancer patients often face and discusses available resources to help ease the burden. As an organization dedicated to supporting cancer patients, we’re proud to be part of this important conversation. The article highlights how organizations like …
We’re thrilled to be featured in an insightful article by Mark Ogilbee on AgeTech Collaborative, discussing the important work We Are Here is doing to support cancer survivors and caregivers. In this piece, we share how our organization is dedicated to offering a range of services, from financial assistance to emotional support, to help individuals and families navigate the challenges …
At We Are Here, we’re dedicated to easing the burdens of those facing cancer. One of the most inspiring stories from our community is that of Stephanie, a 60-year-old woman living with Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia (CLL). Stephanie lives in Louisiana and was struggling to keep her gas and electricity on while managing her cancer diagnosis. When she joined We Are …
