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A man who understands loneliness in older adults with cancer shares a quiet moment with a compassionate caregiver at home.

Why Loneliness in Older Adults With Cancer Can Exist Even With a Strong Support System

Your parent may have more visitors stopping by, more phone calls coming in, and more people asking about their progress than ever before after a cancer diagnosis. Even so, they may also be feeling lonelier than they ever expected. Read more

An older adult smiles while spending quality time with loved ones, trying to find joy in life after a cancer diagnosis.

Finding Joy in Life After a Cancer Diagnosis

Life after a cancer diagnosis is different. In fact, it’s remarkable how quickly one word begins influencing everyday life. Conversations naturally turn toward treatments, the calendar fills with appointments, and even routine decisions seem to carry more weight than they once did. Before long, both you and your parent may feel as though life has been divided into two distinct chapters: before cancer and after cancer. Read more