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Each year, Young and Strong hosts many in-person and virtual events that provide educational and social opportunities for young adults with breast cancer. Check out our upcoming events below:

[Virtual] EMBRACing Young and Strong Socials

These virtual gatherings are a great opportunity to connect with other young adults living with stage 4 metastatic breast cancer (MBC). 

Thursday, April 9
​​6:30 - 7:30 p.m. ET

Thursday, April 23
6:30 - 7:30 p.m. ET

Please feel free to bring your favorite beverage or treat to this Zoom meeting. Newcomers are always welcome. If this will be your first EMBRACing Young and Strong Social, please let us know when you RSVP.
Learn more about the EMBRACE Metastatic Breast Cancer Program.

[Virtual] Thriving Beyond Breast Cancer

This virtual, monthly drop-in group focuses on supporting those with stage 0-3 breast cancer who are transitioning from active treatment to maintenance and monitoring.

Those still receiving long-term endocrine (hormonal) therapy are welcome.

This group will explore the challenges of coping with your physical, mental, and emotional health as you transition to survivorship.

Thursday, May 7
​​6:30 - 7:30 p.m. ET

[Virtual] Lunchtime Socials

Young and Strong hosts virtual socials every other month as to help you connect with others who may be going through a similar experience and to share what's on your mind. Our goal is to offer a supportive and engaging space to build community and meaningful connections.

We offer separate groups for those in active treatment and for those who have completed treatment. Please sign up for the group that best matches your experience.
Active Treatment Social
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This virtual event is for those who are newly diagnosed or undergoing active treatment 
​(such as surgery, radiation, and/or chemotherapy) for stage 0-3 breast cancer.

Wednesday, May 13
Noon - 1 p.m. ET
Post-Treatment Social
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This virtual event is for those who have completed active treatment for stage 0-3 breast cancer within the last five years. Those still receiving long-term hormone therapy are welcome.

Wednesday, May 20
​Noon - 1 p.m. ET

[In-Person] Dating Workshop

Lydia Chevalier, PhD, clinical psychologist at Dana-Farber, will address common concerns about how cancer can affect dating and relationships and offer practical tips and strategies to address common challenges. There will also be plenty of time for facilitated group discussion with your peers in this dedicated space for young adults with cancer. The evening will include dinner and mocktails as well as a social hour.  

This event is most appropriate for those ages 18 to 40s who have been diagnosed with cancer or a blood disorder and are single, interested in dating, or starting a new relationship. It is open to those of all genders and cancer types. 

Wednesday, May 27
6:30 - 8:30 p.m. ET

HomeGoods Young Adult Lounge 
Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, 3rd Floor
450 Brookline Ave
Smith Building, Floor 3
Boston, MA 02215

Registration is required as space is limited.
Please register by May 18.
More information about these programs are announced in Young and Strong’s monthly
​e-newsletters. If you would like to be added to the distribution list, please email [email protected] or fill out the form to sign up.