NYOH Community Cancer Foundation
Community of Care: Peer Support Program
The NYOH Community Cancer Foundation is excited to launch our “Community of Care”, a new peer mentoring and support program. Through our partnership with Imerman Angels, cancer patients and caregivers in the Capital Region can connect with others going through a similar experience as a mentor or support seeker.
Imerman Angels is a national, cancer support nonprofit providing personalized connections which enable one-on-one support to all cancer fighters, survivors, previvors AND caregivers globally.
Want more info? Already connected as a mentor or support seeker?
Contact Keri Alonzo at the NYOH Foundation to join our invite list for local, informal gatherings to stay connected.
About Our Community of Care:
Support services are not just for patients and survivors, but caregivers and other loved ones
All training, peer matching, and support seeking are free of charge
Connections may be on the phone, via email and possibly in-person, based on your needs and availability
The Imerman Angels community is comprised of 17,000 Mentor Angels globally representing over 145 types of cancer
While your match with a mentor or support seeker may be national, connect with others locally at our own meet-ups and events
The NYOH Foundation and Imerman Angels share a belief that cancer shouldn’t be an experience to face on your own
Questions? Contact Keri Alonzo, Foundation Program Coordinator
This program is possible from a gift from the estate of Beth Byrne. Her commitment to others continues on by helping our cancer community support one another.
“When you’re facing cancer, talking with someone who truly understands can make all the difference. Peer support brings comfort, hope, and a reminder that even in the hardest moments, you are never alone.”
