The Young Survivors and Patients Forum is a dynamic event designed for young adult cancer survivors and current patients, offering a unique opportunity to connect, learn, and grow. Participants will hear from inspiring speakers, engage in meaningful discussions, and access valuable resources that address the challenges faced by those navigating life after cancer. Whether you’re looking for emotional support, practical advice, or simply the chance to connect with others who understand your journey, the forum provides a supportive space to help you thrive beyond your diagnosis. Join us to empower your future and take the next step forward. Cancer patients and survivors, ages 18-40, are invited to attend with a support person of their choosing to this one-day informative and interactive forum on:

Saturday, November 2, 2024

from 10AM-5PM

at the Hilton Hotel, Tysons Corner

 Lunch will be provided 

After the Forum, we’re all heading to Bowlero for an evening of bowling and laughter until 8 PM. It’s the perfect chance to unwind, connect with new friends, and show off your skills on the lanes. Dinner is on us, so bring your energy, your support person, and get ready to strike up some fun! Dinner and bowling will be provided until 8PM.

Click here to register!

Tentative Event Agenda:

Moving Forward:

10:00am – Welcome

Jan Bresch, Executive Director, Special Love, Inc.

Aziza T. Shad, M.D.

Ellen W.P. Wasserman Chair of Pediatrics

Chief, Pediatric Hematology/Oncology

The Herman & Walter Samuelson Children’s Hospital at Sinai

Director, Kara Amey Cancer Survivorship Program 

10:15am – 11:25am Keynote – Getting Your Groove Back and Sexual Health  

Sage Bolte, PhD, MSW, LSCW, President Inova Health Foundation

Tamika Felder, Founder, Cervivor, Inc.

11:25 am – 5-minute Break  

11:30 am – The Importance of Coming to Clinic

Aziza T. Shad, M.D.

Ellen W.P. Wasserman Chair of Pediatrics

Chief, Pediatric Hematology/Oncology

The Herman & Walter Samuelson Children’s Hospital at Sinai

Director, Kara Amey Cancer Survivorship Program 

12:15pm – 1:15pm Lunch    

1:15pm – 2:30pm Art Therapy Project

Danielle Eichner, MA, ATR-BC, LCPC, The Herman Walter Samuelson Children’s Hospital, Sinai

2:30pm – 5-minute Break

Breakout Sessions – 2:35pm-3:35pm

• Legal Resources for School & Career – Melanie Grant, Staff Attorney, Triage Cancer
• Adulting 101 for Survivorship – Shweta Bansil, MD, Pediatric Specialists of Virginia

3:35pm – 5-minute Break

Breakout sessions – 3:40pm – 4:40pm

• Managing Medical Bills – Melanie Grant, Staff Attorney, Triage Cancer
• Courageous Conversations – Lori Wiener, PhD, DCSW, LSWC-C, National Institutes of Health
  • • • • Devon Ciampa, Clinical Therapist

4:40pm – 5-minute Break

4:45pm – Closing