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, …
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 …
We are so excited to announce that We Are Here has been officially accepted into AgeTech Collaborative’s Winter 2024 Startups Cohort! This recognition highlights the innovative work we are doing to support cancer patients by providing them with essential resources like financial assistance, wellness support, and emotional care. Being part of this cohort is a significant step forward in our mission …
We Are Here CEO, Carolyn, was recently featured on the “Business Spotlight” podcast, where she shared insights into our mission of providing comprehensive support for cancer patients. During the episode, Carolyn opens up about her journey, discussing how cancer patients face not only medical challenges but also emotional and financial hurdles. She emphasizes the importance of connecting individuals with resources …
In DWT’s recent article on Addressing Gaps in Cancer Care, we’re featured for our ongoing efforts to bridge the significant challenges cancer patients face, including financial hardships and the need for emotional and wellness support. A key part of the article is Carolyn, a cancer patient who received critical resources from We Are Here. Her story underscores the real-life struggles …
