Young adults exude boundless optimism, idealism, and a sense of indestructibility. Cancer, however, robs them of this perspective. They face the complex practical issues of independence, personal finance, and education or career interruption as well as taxing emotional concerns such as dating, fertility, and hopelessness. Our program addresses areas of cancer support, advocacy, and education specific to young adults dealing with cancer.
The first and only support service of its kind, our Comprehensive Support Program for Young Adults Affected by Cancer (CSP) offers a support network that addresses the unique needs of this population, including:
Additionally, UCF provides community grants to grassroots organizations that focus on bridging the gap in psychosocial services available for adolescents and young adults. Our Visionary Grants program looks for both traditional and novel approaches to support this underrepresented population. Visit our Visionary Grants section of the website to review guidelines and obtain an application.