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AnCan Foundation
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Hi, we're AnCan, a 501c3 nonprofit organization 👋
We believe in 𝐚𝐝𝐯𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐜𝐲, 𝐬𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐞𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧, no matter where you are, or what condition you have 💜💚
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You don't have to be strong or productive to be loved. Just be.

#SelfLove #MentalHealth #YouAreEnough #KindnessMatters #UnconditionalLove
January 23, 2026 at 9:28 PM
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This Thursday we have a free monthly art class. Your instructor will lead you through a watercolor painting filled with repetition and colors. She'll get you started on the technique, but after that you decide where your colors will take you ✨ Register for Zoom link & supply list
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January 2026 AnCan Friends Free Guided Art Class 1/15/2026
Happy 2026! We'll use this form to get your email address. You will receive a link to join the class a day prior to the event. This is a BYOAS (bring your own art supplies) class where you can use an...
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January 13, 2026 at 6:56 PM
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Don't miss next week's FREE art class! Join our instructor for a watercolor painting session filled with creativity ✨ Register for the Zoom link & supplies list: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

#therapeuticart #perfectionisoverrated #CreativeHealing #mindfulpractice #mentalhealthart
January 9, 2026 at 7:11 PM
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1st meeting TODAY. Introducing a new group: #InheritedMutations. Led by mods Joel Axler & Bill Harris, the group is #disease & mutation agnostic. It addresses the issues that arise living with a #mutation that can be passed down #generations. 01/08 @ 8pm ET
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January 8, 2026 at 5:56 PM
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We're back again with FREE art classes with FREE ART SUPPLIES for our Veterans, their families, & friends. We want to do what we can for those who have given up part of themselves.
Register by 12/04 for class on 12/11 at 8pm ET
docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
#ArtTherapy #VeteranSupport
November 26, 2025 at 3:28 PM
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We're back again with FREE art classes with FREE ART SUPPLIES for our Veterans, their families, & friends. We want to do what we can for those who have given up part of themselves.
Register by 12/04 for class on 12/11 at 8pm ET
docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
#ArtTherapy #VeteranSupport
November 26, 2025 at 3:28 PM
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New art class! We'll be combining patterns + autumn vibes to create cozy doodles. Bring your watercolors & anything you wanna draw doodles with. Register here. It's free!
docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
#artastherapy
November 18, 2025 at 7:54 PM
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Join our unique writing group led by published author Regina Gordon! Share your work, receive feedback, and explore genres. Open to all—no experience needed! Free, drop-in, no registration! ancan.org/venue/gotome...
#WritingCommunity #Support #Inspiration
November 5, 2025 at 3:22 AM
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Happy Halloween from AnCan!! Stay spooky and safe, wherever you're at 🦇👻

#chronicillness #cancersupport #chronicillnesssupport #spooniehalloween #spoonielife #mssupport
October 31, 2025 at 9:41 PM
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Take a look at this interview with Rick Davis! We partner w/ Visual Snow Initiative for #visualsnowsyndrome. Rick talks about the moment he realized he ALSO has visual snow syndrome - AFTER the group's formation. "It's crazy how these things come together!"
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AnCan Founder Rick Davis Discovers He Has VSS in VSI Video Support Group
YouTube video by Visual Snow Initiative
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October 31, 2025 at 8:06 PM
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Art making + mental health go hand in hand. We know how important it is to get your mind off life for a bit, so we've partnered with Hannah Garrison, an artist with MS, to host monthly art lessons. Check out the recording of our latest lesson - Patterns of Intuition
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AnCan Art Friends - September 18, 2025 - Patterns of Intuition
YouTube video by AnCan Foundation
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September 23, 2025 at 6:21 PM
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#ProstateCancer Webinar - Tuesday, Sep 30 @ 8pm ET
Register at ow.ly/PpoX50WVsJ4
Interpreting Prostate Needle Biopsies in Today's World - with global expert Dr. Jonathan Epstein, Advanced Uropathology

#ProstateHealth #Uropathology #CancerAwareness #MensHealth #Urology
September 23, 2025 at 6:16 PM
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That's right, we record our groups and events so you can find them later! We know it can be hard to make it to a virtual event, and it's even worse if you don't want human interaction that day! We get it. Check out the channel below

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September 12, 2025 at 11:13 PM
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Join for a webinar next Wed 09/17 at 6:30pm ET: MRI 2nd Opinions & ProstatID- The role of AI in the world of #prostatecancer. Founder and developer, Randall Jones, will explain the technology and its uses. No need to register
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#cancersupport
September 12, 2025 at 9:13 PM
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Mark your calendars for an exciting event for those in the #prostatecancer sphere. World-renowned Dr. Jonathan Epstein will give us an informative presentation: "Interpreting Prostate Needle Biopsies in Today's World" September 30th at 8pm ET. Register: ow.ly/PpoX50WVsJ4
September 12, 2025 at 9:12 PM
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Join us TONIGHT at 8PM ET for support groups for Care people & Veterans! Don’t miss out on gaining valuable insights from peers. ancan.org/events/month/
September 2, 2025 at 7:18 PM
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Join us even if you've never been to a group meeting before! No need to even speak if you just want to listen. You don't even need to have anything weighing on your mind. Meet people who might be going through something similar
ancan.org/events/month/
#bloodcancer #cancer
August 6, 2025 at 8:13 PM
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Join us this Thursday to create a tranquil deep-sea scene with acrylics! 🌊 Sign up for the link to join and supplies list. All events are 100% free and virtual—everyone's welcome! 💜💚
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July 30, 2025 at 4:10 AM
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Remember this next time you doubt yourself 🌟
July 16, 2025 at 3:59 PM
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We'll keep telling you again and again: take care of yourself and carve out some time for YOU. Being chronically ill doesn't mean you're not allowed to have fun, or that you're unable to. Find little moments of rest and relaxation when you can.
#ChronicIllness #MentalHealth
July 11, 2025 at 6:58 PM
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We're so proud of the work our moderators and supporters do for our own community and the rest of the world at large. @cancerhealth.bsky.social recently recognized 25 advocates - 2 of which are our moderators! Congrats to Ritchie Johnson & Howard Wolinsky👏
www.cancerhealth.com/article/canc...
Cancer Health Summer 2025
Read the digital edition!
www.cancerhealth.com
June 17, 2025 at 2:33 PM
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This afternoon! New to our groups? No worries! We're a nonprofit supporting all cancers, mental health, and chronic illnesses. You're invited, even if you don't see a fit. Join us! :) ancan.org/venue/gotome...
June 16, 2025 at 3:00 PM
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Join our group for people who experience Visual Snow Syndrome #VSS. We are so proud to partner with Visual Snow Initiative - the leader in VSS education & support
No need to register - join us here at 8pm ET TONIGHT
Every 1st Monday 👁️
ancan.org/venue/gotome...
#visualsnowsyndrome #vss #visualsnow
June 2, 2025 at 9:12 PM
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Check out Rick Davis's blog on Biden's PCa diagnosis. He emphasizes the need for better screening for men over 70 and improved oversight of Presidential health. Wishing the Bidens well! ancan.org/ancans-take-... #prostatecancer
May 28, 2025 at 4:08 AM
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You can read another update on Joe Biden's PCa news here. Howard Wolinsky is on AnCan’s Advisory Board, and he's got some opinions
howardwolinsky.substack.com/p/biden-conf...
Biden confirms advanced PCa that has spread. Situation raises many questions.
But a Gleason 9 doesn't come out of nowhere for an 82-year-old like Biden
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May 19, 2025 at 1:43 PM