Younger Adult Cancer Connection

Connection is about finding understanding and strength through shared experiences.

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Natalie Dukshtein, LMSW, Cancer Wellness Social Worker
516.484.1545 ext.103, ndukshtein@sjjcc.org

Funding for Young Adult Cancer Connection is provided by our Annette & Sheldon A. Sinett BASICS Fund
Brought to you by our Nancy Marx Cancer Wellness Center

Please contact Natalie to schedule an intake prior to participating in programs.

Younger Adult Cancer Connection offers free programming specifically for young adults ages 18–49 affected by any type of cancer—whether newly diagnosed, in active treatment, in remission, or navigating survivorship.

We recognize that cancer at this stage of life presents unique challenges, and we are here to provide support, community, and resources for young adults and their loved ones.

• SUPPORT GROUPS fosters hope and connection
• NUTRITION WORKSHOPS with a registered oncology dietician
• ONE-ON-ONE COUNSELING with a licensed social worker
• EXERCISE CLASSES build strength, resilience, and confidence; taught by cancer exercise specialists
• ART AND WRITING WORKSHOPS offering healing through creative expression