Nicole Jarvis, LMSW on September 23, 2019
Having a disability that can’t be seen can present unique challenges in the workplace — including deciding whether to disclose. Here are steps for approaching the process.
Read MoreSissy Silva on September 9, 2019
Properly planning for a leave of absence is crucial for both you and your employer. Here’s how to go about it.
Read MoreMaddy Meislin on August 20, 2019
If managing your diagnosis necessitates requesting time off from work, it’s important to go about it strategically and responsibly. Here are some guidelines...
Read MoreNicole Franklin, MPH on July 29, 2019
Sometimes, cancer treatment/recovery can impact your ability to work. It may even require you to take time off. If you need to take a leave of absence, short-term disability (STD) could be an option to consider.
Read MoreMaddy Meislin on July 22, 2019
Our 9th annual National Conference on Work & Cancer provided attendees with information, confidence, hope and truth. Read on...
Read MoreSissy Silva on July 15, 2019
While the benefits of flexible work arrangements are a win-win for both the employee and the employer, for many survivors, this option is not guaranteed. However, a strong case can be made for its value. Read our tips for how to have this conversation effectively!
Read MoreMaddy Meislin on June 3, 2019
Our free, daylong program will deliver essential information and valuable resources on balancing treatment and recovery with employment. Plus, we’re excited to announce some new elements!
Read MoreSissy Silva on May 28, 2019
For those in treatment or managing resulting side effects, it’s important to remember that being a survivor is work in and of itself. So when it comes to employment, you’ll want to determine what the right balance is for successfully managing your job and caring for yourself.
Read MoreNicole Jarvis, LMSW on May 20, 2019
Work-related stress is common and often unavoidable. However, learning techniques to combat and manage stress on the job can positively impact productivity and foster a healthy, balanced life.
Read MoreSissy Silva on April 15, 2019
Cancer is a life-changing experience, and as a result, many survivors find themselves faced with a “new normal” post-treatment. For those returning to work, coping with that new normal can necessitate a better work-life balance.
Read MoreRachel Becker, LMSW on April 8, 2019
Though it may be impossible to eliminate all of the side effects of treatment, there are steps you can take and practices you can implement to alleviate obstacles to focusing and being productive at work.
Read MoreChrissy Brennan on March 25, 2019
Making a mistake on the job — or when applying for one — is not uncommon. What’s important is knowing how to recover.
Read MoreNicole Franklin, MPH on March 12, 2019
On Friday, March 29, 2019, Cancer and Careers will host its 6th annual Midwest Conference on Work & Cancer, at Northwestern Prentice Women’s Hospital, in Chicago!
Read MoreRachel Becker, LMSW on February 25, 2019
It’s a reality in today’s professional landscape that employers Google. As such, it’s essential to have a clear sense of what your “online brand” says about you.
Read MoreSissy Silva on January 7, 2019
For many of us, work provides a sense of purpose and identity. But it can also be a source of stress and anxiety. For cancer patients and survivors, this juxtaposition can be even more profound. Read on for more about stress at work and ways to combat it.
Read MoreRachel Becker, LMSW on December 17, 2018
CAC has just released a brand-new installment in our animated How-To Video Series that explores the topic of supporting a colleague with cancer.
Read MoreNikki Zelin on October 22, 2018
Hi! My name is Nikki Zelin and I am so excited to be working at Cancer and Careers as the new Development Coordinator. I am eager to utilize my previous experience in both development and event support to help CAC expand its mission!
Read MoreRachel Becker, LMSW on October 15, 2018
Contrary to what many people think, trying to work harder and faster is not necessarily the best way to deal with feeling swamped at work. (In fact, depending on your specific side effects, it may not be at all practical!) Below are some tips on more realistic approaches to managing all the tasks you have at hand.
Read MoreGrace Blumberg, LMSW on July 16, 2018
Cancer patients and survivors know that with a diagnosis and treatment come many lessons. These lessons can be applied effectively when facing career obstacles.
Read MoreNicole Franklin, MPH on April 9, 2018
We’re still basking in the afterglow of our fifth annual Midwest Conference on Work & Cancer! It was a terrific day, filled with in-depth learning and discussion on critical topics, plus valuable professional and personal connections.
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