activities · 14
what they do
direct service · 14
- Caregiver Support Groups Cancer Peer Support & Emotional Wellness ProgramsThe organization operates virtual support groups specifically for caregivers of individuals living with Stage 3 or Stage 4 cancer of any type, as well as caregivers of men dealing with low-risk, high-risk, recurrent, or advanced prostate cancer, and those caring for individuals with blood or hematologic cancers.
- Creative Writing Group Creative Writing & Spoken Word ProgramsANCAN FOUNDATION offers a Creative Writing Group that provides a supportive and collaborative learning environment, guided by a published author and sarcoidosis moderator.
- Creative Writing Group Creative Writing & Spoken Word ProgramsThe organization offers a Creative Writing Group that provides a supportive and collaborative learning environment, guided by a published author, for individuals with various conditions.
- Creative Writing Group Creative Writing & Spoken Word ProgramsANCAN FOUNDATION offers a Creative Writing Group that provides a supportive and collaborative learning environment, guided by a published author, for individuals with sarcoidosis.
- Online Forums and Newsletters Cancer Peer Support & Emotional Wellness ProgramsANCAN FOUNDATION operates an online forum for prostate cancer patients to comment on recordings and reminders and provides a weekly reminder/newsletter for its support groups.
- Online Forums and Newsletters Cancer Peer Support & Emotional Wellness ProgramsThe organization operates an online forum for prostate cancer patients to comment on recordings and reminders and provides a weekly reminder/newsletter for its support groups.
- Peer-to-Peer Support Groups for Chronic and Serious Conditions Cancer Peer Support & Emotional Wellness ProgramsANCAN FOUNDATION provides peer-to-peer support, including answers, advocacy, education, support, and navigation, for individuals living with serious and chronic conditions. They offer over 35 peer-led virtual groups monthly for 16 conditions and situations, including various cancers (prostate, pancreatic, blood/hematologic, Stage 3/4), multiple sclerosis, mental health, Visual Snow Syndrome, Sarcoidosis, and inherited mutations.
- Peer-to-Peer Support Groups for Chronic and Serious Conditions Cancer Peer Support & Emotional Wellness ProgramsANCAN FOUNDATION provides peer-to-peer support, advocacy, education, and navigation for individuals living with serious and chronic conditions. They offer over 35 monthly virtual peer-led groups for 16 conditions and situations, including various cancers (prostate, pancreatic, blood/hematologic), multiple sclerosis, Visual Snow Syndrome, and general groups for non-medical issues related to living with a condition.
- Peer-to-Peer Support Groups for Chronic and Serious Conditions Cancer Peer Support & Emotional Wellness ProgramsANCAN FOUNDATION provides peer-to-peer support, including advocacy, education, and navigation, for individuals living with serious and chronic conditions. They offer over 35 monthly virtual groups for 16 conditions and situations, including various cancers (prostate, pancreatic, blood/hematologic), multiple sclerosis, Visual Snow Syndrome, and general groups for non-medical issues related to living with a condition.
- Veterans Healthcare NavigationThe organization provides healthcare navigation services for veterans, addressing disabilities and the VA system, including topics like healthcare, insurance, and benefits for those with various health conditions.
- Veterans Healthcare NavigationThe organization provides healthcare navigation services specifically for veterans, addressing disabilities and the VA system, including topics like healthcare, insurance, and benefits for those with various health conditions.
- Veterans Healthcare Navigation and SupportANCAN FOUNDATION provides healthcare navigation services and a dedicated support group for veterans of all genders, addressing disabilities and the VA system, including topics like healthcare, insurance, and benefits.
- Webinars and Seminars Pancreatic and Prostate Cancer EducationThe organization hosts webinars, such as the "Prostox Webinar" on topics like predicting radiation side effects, and co-hosts survivorship seminars focused on active surveillance for prostate cancer.
- Webinars and Seminars Pancreatic and Prostate Cancer EducationANCAN FOUNDATION hosts webinars on specific health topics, such as predicting radiation side effects, and co-hosts survivorship seminars focused on active surveillance for prostate cancer.
strategies · 13
how they think
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- Collaboration with nonprofit partners nonprofit collaborationRelies on strategic collaboration with other nonprofit organizations as a core component of its operational model to extend reach and enhance service delivery.
- Collaboration with nonprofit partners as operational strategy nonprofit collaborationRelies on strategic partnerships with other nonprofit organizations to extend reach, share resources, and enhance service delivery.
- Evidence-based wellness promotion for cancer survivors evidence-based wellness promotionThe organization encourages cancer survivors to adopt lifestyle factors such as exercise, diet, and stress reduction, which are supported by evidence to improve survival outcomes.
- Exercise prescription model exercise prescription modelThe organization advocates for doctors to prescribe exercise to patients, referring them to qualified exercise counselors in a manner similar to referrals for dieticians, to promote physical activity as a therapeutic intervention.
- Integration of evidence-based wellness practices evidence-based wellness promotionEncourages adoption of evidence-based lifestyle factors—such as exercise, diet, and stress reduction—to improve outcomes for cancer survivors and others, including through clinical referral mechanisms like exercise prescriptions.
- Integration of evidence-based wellness practices in survivor support evidence-based wellness promotionPromotes clinically supported lifestyle factors such as exercise, diet, and stress reduction to improve outcomes for cancer survivors, aligning peer support with evidence-based health promotion.
- Patient-centered storytelling patient-centered storytellingThe organization uses firsthand patient reporting during treatment to demystify the patient experience, providing authentic insights into the journey of illness.
- Patient-centered storytelling to demystify treatment experiences patient-centered storytellingUses firsthand narratives from patients during active treatment to increase transparency, reduce fear, and provide relatable insights for others navigating similar health journeys.
- Peer-to-peer support model using lived experience peer-to-peer supportUtilizes individuals with lived experience of chronic or serious conditions to lead and moderate support interactions, fostering authentic connection and shared understanding among participants.
- Peer-to-peer support model with lived experience peer-to-peer supportUses a peer-to-peer model in which individuals with lived experience of serious or chronic conditions support others facing similar challenges, fostering connection and shared understanding without providing medical advice.
- Peer-to-peer virtual support peer_supportThe organization utilizes a peer-to-peer model where individuals with lived experience of serious or chronic conditions provide virtual support to others facing similar challenges. This approach leverages shared experiences to foster connection, encourage honest sharing, and overcome geographical, physical, or social barriers to access.
- Virtual delivery of peer support to increase accessibility virtual_support_groupsDelivers peer-led support through virtual platforms—using live audio, video, or phone access—to overcome geographic, physical, and social barriers and expand reach to underserved populations.
- Virtual delivery to expand access and reduce barriers virtual_deliveryDelivers peer support through virtual platforms to increase accessibility for individuals who are geographically, physically, or socially disadvantaged, removing logistical barriers to participation.
named programs · 8
what they call their work
Active Surveillance Prostate Cancer Video Chat
Online support group for men and their caregivers who are on or considering active surveillance for low-risk prostate cancer, covering anxiety management, biopsy experiences, and decision-making.
Hi-Risk/Recurrent/Advanced PrCa Video Chat
Virtual support group for men with high-risk, recurrent, or advanced prostate cancer to discuss treatment options and experiences.
Low/Intermediate PCa Video Chat
Virtual support group for men with low or intermediate prostate cancer to discuss diagnosis, treatment options, and experiences.
Men (Only) Speaking Freely
Virtual support group for men to discuss various topics related to their health and experiences.
Reel Recovery
Partnership with an organization offering free fly-fishing retreats for men living with all forms of cancer, providing outdoor peace and a supportive environment.
Under 60 Stage 3 & 4 Prostate Cancer
Virtual support group for men under 60 with Stage 3 & 4 prostate cancer.
Veterans Healthcare Navigation
Virtual group focused on helping veterans navigate healthcare and benefits.
Veterans Video Chat
Virtual support group for veterans to discuss prostate cancer and navigating VA healthcare benefits and disability claims.
relationships · 16
who they work with
- Blue Earth Diagnostics Funder — Sponsor for recording of video chats
- Burhans Family Partner — Found each other many years ago in the context of supporting individuals with inherited mutations.
- Foundation Medicine Funder — Sponsor for recording of video chats
- Houston Methodist Partner — Rick D presents AnCan at Houston Methodist
- MedaFit Partner — AnCan Foundation arose out of the efforts of its founders who were active with Medafit.
- Medafit Partner — Sister effort that encourages people with serious or chronic conditions to exercise for health.
- Novartis Funder — Sponsor for recording of video chats
- Patient Power Partner — Contributes to Patient Power's CLL Community.
- Prostate Cancer Patient Empowerment Program Partner — Co-hosts a Survivorship Seminar on active surveillance for prostate cancer.
- Telix Funder — Sponsor for recording of video chats
- The Active Surveillor Partner — Co-hosts a Survivorship Seminar on active surveillance for prostate cancer.
- The Reluctant Brotherhood Partner — AnCan Foundation arose out of the efforts of its founders who were active with The Reluctant Brotherhood.
- The Reluctant Brotherhood Partner — John Teisberg, a founder of AnCan, founded The Reluctant Brotherhood in 2009.
- University of California at San Francisco Cancer Center (UCSF) Partner — Medafit has innovated a successful program at this cancer center.
- Visual Snow Initiative (VSI) Partner — Partners to provide virtual, peer-moderated support groups for the Visual Snow Syndrome community.
- other non-profits Partner — Collaborates with other nonprofit organizations as part of its strategy.