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After being diagnosed with aggressive breast cancer while breastfeeding her six-month-old son, Penelope Hoyett fought through treatment and turned her experience into Thrive Beyond, a lifeline for other survivors. The Cleveland Clinic patient navigator now helps others navigate the same journey she survived.
A new study from Ireland and France shows that well-designed environmental farming programs boost farmer mental health through nature connection and peer support groups. Researchers say mental wellbeing should become a core measure of success for these agricultural schemes.
A peer support group for men in rural Manitoba is expanding to a second city after 26 men showed up to its first meeting, immediately opening up about suicide, depression, and isolation. The Southeast Men's Group is proving that creating safe spaces for men to connect can transform lives in communities where resources are scarce.
After caring for loved ones with dementia, four volunteers in San Diego now lead support groups that offer judgment-free spaces for struggling caregivers. Their firsthand experience helps others navigate one of life's toughest journeys.
A West Virginia cancer center is bringing survivors, families, and caregivers together through monthly gatherings designed to celebrate life beyond treatment. The "Thrivers Night Out" series offers everything from painting nights to fashion shows, creating a support network that extends far beyond hospital walls.