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Brigette Cole
Brigette's Story
06 June, 2021
It was the worst of circumstances. A not-quite 28-year-old woman - newly relocated, unemployed, and uninsured - feels a small lump on her left…
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Love Legacy: A guidebook for families anticipating the death of a parent
05 May, 2021
"Love Legacy: A guidebook for families anticipating the death of a parent" hopes to help families through a parent's illness and death by…
Ashley L
Empowerment in Survivorship Through Self-Love
05 May, 2021
Ashley L. doesn’t consider herself to be a survivor. “I just shoved it away and disassociated from the entire experience,” she says of the…
Beverly
Beverly's Story: Finding the Silver Lining
04 April, 2021
I thought of cancer as a dark cloud over me, so I was determined to find the silver lining in it. I wanted to believe something beneficial could…
deborah
Deborah's Story
03 March, 2021
It was a regular morning in April 2016.  I woke up and was getting ready for the day when my hand unexplainably went to my left breast.  I…
ThriveNV Introduction
Welcome to ThriveNV - Start Here
02 February, 2021
ThriveNV talks with Amy Thompson, RN, OCN, CN-BN, Survivorship Programs Manager with Nevada Cancer Coalition about how the program is designed to…
Eating Hints: Before, during, and after Cancer Treatment
Eating Hints: Before, During, and After Cancer Treatment
02 February, 2021
Eating Hints is written for you - someone who is about to get, or is now getting, cancer treatment. Your family, friends, and others close to you…
breast cancer screening
Benefits of breast cancer screening
02 February, 2021
Dr. Wright with Western Surgical Group is a caring, conscientious, patient-centric surgeon who brings a fresh vibrancy to her work in…
Health INsurance
Health Insurance Basics
02 February, 2021
Triage Cancer Explains: Health Insurance Basics  Health insurance is confusing, even if you get coverage through your employer. Watch…
How to Take Time Off & Pay for It
How to Take Time Off & Pay for It
02 February, 2021
If you have a serious medical condition, you may need to take time off work. There are federal and state laws and programs that may help you.…
anxiety
How Do I Cope With Anxiety
02 February, 2021
Cancer and its treatment can be stressful for people with cancer and their loved ones. Meditation can help calm your mind and sharpen your ability…
Cancer Survivorship
Survivorship: Spanish & English - Download
02 February, 2021
As you finish cancer treatment, you might be wondering: What happens next? The answer is different for every person. Some people return to the lives…

I have nothing but good things to say about this organization. Starting with the staff, they are caring, friendly, and very knowledgeable! I immediately felt like they were looking out for the best interest of my sick mother. My main contact was Valerie and she provided me and my mother with all… Read More

Grecia, M., Caregiver, Las Vegas

ThriveNV has been an amazing program to work with! I live in a rural part of Nevada, which means that sometimes resources are difficult to find. Working with ThriveNV and Amy Thompson made all of the difference. They were able to connect us with resources and eased the burden of trying to piece… Read More

Bre T., Caregiver and Community Partner, Rural

I have been extremely impressed with the professionalism, expertise, and supportive resources that ThriveNV has provided to our community. Additionally, having bi-lingual community partners ensures that our patient population is afforded the communication and support they deserve.

Kim D., Community Partner, Southern Nevada

Jorge, I am so grateful for you and your organization, both do so much for our cancer community. You have shown the utmost respect, knowledge and care towards me and my health. You listen, answer all my concerns and are always ready and willing to assist me. You always take the initiative and… Read More

I.A., Ovarian Cancer, Las Vegas

I am very pleased with the assistance and guidance I received from the patient navigator and ThriveNV. I will definitely refer my family and friends to this service.

R.C.G, Breast Cancer
ThriveNV has become a resource of resources for cancer patients and survivors in the state of Nevada. The patient navigators have been incredibly helpful as we share resources to help patients, caregivers, and medical professionals. The addition of bilingual navigators has been an enormous value-… Read More
Natalie S., Survivor and Community Partner

Nevada Cancer Coalition's [ThriveNV program] is the best resource in Nevada for everything cancer. They are so knowledgeable and willing to assist whenever needed. I always say, ‘I wish every state had this program because the care and knowledge you all have is unmatched!' They are experts at… Read More

Nicole, Community Partner / Patient Navigator

With the help of ThriveNV and the Nevada Cancer Coalition, CHA has been able to stay up to date on patient resources, whether it's cancer prevention or cancer treatment this Coalition knows it all. Throughout the years, we have collaborated on cancer prevention projects and patient navigation. I… Read More

Liz, FQHC Cancer Care Coordinator, Community Clinic Partner, Northern Nevada

Working together with ThriveNV, specifically with Amy Thompson, made all the difference when it came to giving our mutual patient the resources and the help he needed to get back to good health. By having the support and input of ThriveNV, I found the necessary tools to pave a clear and easy… Read More

Ivonne, Case Manager, Community Clinic Partner, Northern Nevada