Welcome to the spot where we share requests for support and resources from listeners like you. Check back often to see how you can help or find what you need—it’s all about building a community of care. Got something to share or an ask? Email us, and we’ll add it to the list!
A listener’s husband was recently diagnosed with a glioblastoma diagnosis and is currently undergoing treatment. She is looking for book recommendations for caregivers - to offer recommendations email us with the subject line: Caregiver books
Kelly’s friend’s daughter, a 30-something new mom, has been diagnosed with Acute Myeloid Leukemia and needs a bone marrow transplant. If you are between 18–40 years old and open to considering, please take a look at this link to learn more.
A listener's family and tenants were displaced due to an oil spill at their home in Massachusetts. They are looking to raise $50k for clean up - for more information or to offer support email us with the subject line: Mimi
A listener is looking for an adult daycare program in Chicago for a mother-in-law who has early signs of Alzheimer - to offer support email us with the subject line: Ivette
A listener's friend has been waiting 6 years for a kidney donor. Contact the Maine Transplant Program in Portland, Living Donor Coordinator, re: Matthew R
Support Needed
Resource for Older Adults, People with Disabilities and Veterans and their Families: VirginiaNavigator Family of Websites (SeniorNavigator.org, disAbilityNavigator.org, VeteransNavigator.org) helps individuals and families find vital community-based supports. They also offer valuable curated information for older adults, people with disabilities and Veterans nationally.
Resources shared by Christine for grief, loss and loneliness: https://griefandloss.tools
https://loneliness.toolsKesem supports children and youth with parents undergoing cancer treatment. A listener shared her experience with the UC Berkeley chapter, where she attended two events and was inspired by the students’ hope, generosity, and goodwill.
Resource shared by Cindy, a longtime listener who after losing her spouse of 45 years struggled to find support until she was referred to Soaring Spirits International whose goal is to connect widowed people with each other.
Additional widow resource: widowsconnection.org
Interested in reproductive healthcare in the Deep South? Check out Yellow Hammer Fund https://www.yellowhammerfund.org/