CROC Podcast | For Cancer Survivors

Ep92: Helping people whose loves one’s survivor/thriver is no longer with us Part 2

The Holiday Season is supposed to be filled with joy and love and hope; a time of togetherness with family and friends; a time for new beginnings and new resolutions.But what if you not only feel no joy, but actually feel depressed, and hopeless and alone.Maybe you've just been diagnosed, or maybe your suffering the side effects of your treatments, or maybe you've been given bad news, or just maybe you've lost a loved one to cancer and their absence at the holiday table is just too much to bear.Fear not brave friends, Angel and Dr E are here you to deliver some comfort.Whats your Grief - Litsa Williams, MA, LCSW-C@lisawilliamsCROC gratitude shout outsAngel Santana - https://www.spreaker.com/show/have-faith-let-it-begin-introductionRod Freeman - https://www.SmallBizUp.comCharlotte Larsen - http://www.charlottelarsen.net/Michael Benzaia - https://www.michaeljohnbenzaia.com/http://www.crocvip.com/https://twitter.com/CrocViphttps://www.facebook.com/CROCVIP

Ep91: Helping people whose loved one’s survivor/thriver is no longer with us - Part 1

The Holiday Season is supposed to be filled with joy and love and hope; a time of togetherness with family and friends; a time for new beginnings and new resolutions.But what if you not only feel no joy, but actually feel depressed, and hopeless and alone.Maybe you've just been diagnosed, or maybe your suffering the side effects of your treatments, or maybe you've been given bad news, or just maybe you've lost a loved one to cancer and their absence at the holiday table is just too much to bear.Fear not brave friends, Angel and Dr E are here you to deliver some comfort.Whats your Grief - Litsa Williams, MA, LCSW-C@lisawilliamsCROC gratitude shout outsAngel Santana - https://www.spreaker.com/show/have-faith-let-it-begin-introductionRod Freeman - https://www.SmallBizUp.comCharlotte Larsen - http://www.charlottelarsen.net/Michael Benzaia - https://www.michaeljohnbenzaia.com/http://www.crocvip.com/https://twitter.com/CrocViphttps://www.facebook.com/CROCVIPCROC gratitude shout outsAngel Santana - https://www.spreaker.com/show/have-faith-let-it-begin-introductionRod Freeman - https://www.SmallBizUp.comCharlotte Larsen - http://www.charlottelarsen.net/Michael Benzaia - https://www.michaeljohnbenzaia.com/http://www.crocvip.com/https://twitter.com/CrocViphttps://www.facebook.com/CROCVIP

Ep90: If One More Person Wishes Me A Merry Christmas I’m Going To Scream

If One More Person Wishes Me A Merry Christmas I'm Going To Scream!!!!The Holiday Season is supposed to be filled with joy and love and hope; a time of togetherness with family and friends; a time for new beginnings and new resolutions.But what if you not only feel no joy, but actually feel depressed, and hopeless and alone.Maybe you've just been diagnosed, or maybe your suffering the side effects of your treatments, or maybe you've been given bad news, or just maybe you've lost a loved one to cancer and their absence at the holiday table is just too much to bear.Fear not brave friends, Angel and Dr E are here you to deliver some comfort.CROC gratitude shout outsAngel Santana - https://www.spreaker.com/show/have-faith-let-it-begin-introductionRod Freeman - https://www.SmallBizUp.comCharlotte Larsen - http://www.charlottelarsen.net/Michael Benzaia - https://www.michaeljohnbenzaia.com/http://www.crocvip.com/https://twitter.com/CrocViphttps://www.facebook.com/CROCVIP

EP89: What’s the Point?

What's the Point?-Grasping for answers to the ultimate question within the context of your cancer diagnosisThis week Angel and Dr E delve deeper into the dark world of nihilism and how our brave survivors can overcome practitioners who give up on them prematurely! CROC gratitude shout outsAngel Santana - https://www.spreaker.com/show/have-faith-let-it-begin-introductionRod Freeman - https://www.SmallBizUp.comCharlotte Larsen - http://www.charlottelarsen.net/Michael Benzaia - https://www.michaeljohnbenzaia.com/http://www.crocvip.com/https://twitter.com/CrocViphttps://www.facebook.com/CROCVIP

EP88: Would have, could have, should have

Would have, could have, should have-Coping with the guilt and blame that haunt our amazing survivorsInspired by a contemporary movie, Dr E and Angel peel back the curtain on the powerful but destructive process of second guessing our life decisions thinking that things could have turned out differently if only...... CROC gratitude shout outsAngel Santana - https://www.spreaker.com/show/have-faith-let-it-begin-introductionRod Freeman - https://www.SmallBizUp.comCharlotte Larsen - http://www.charlottelarsen.net/Michael Benzaia - https://www.michaeljohnbenzaia.com/http://www.crocvip.com/https://twitter.com/CrocViphttps://www.facebook.com/CROCVIP

Ep87: Cancer as a Paradoxical Gift

Cancer as a Paradoxical GiftOn this week's Thanksgiving podcast, Angel and Dr E revisit the almost universal feeling of our survivors; that is their view that although cancer is the most difficult thing they ever went through, it was also their most special gift.Sound impossible?Listen to find out why it is so possible!CROC gratitude shout outsAngel Santana - https://www.spreaker.com/show/have-faith-let-it-begin-introductionRod Freeman - https://www.SmallBizUp.comCharlotte Larsen - http://www.charlottelarsen.net/Michael Benzaia - https://www.michaeljohnbenzaia.com/http://www.crocvip.com/https://twitter.com/CrocViphttps://www.facebook.com/CROCVIP

Ep86: Winnie the Poo & Tigger part 2

Winnie the Poo and Tigger Part 2Celebrating the life of Gloria TaylorOn episode 13, Angel, Dr. E and Gloria Taylor celebrated the Life of Stevie Taylor; the heroic childhood cancer survivor whose influence on the Hudson Valley Survivor Community is still felt.This past week Gloria was met at Heaven's Door by Stevie after her own brave and courageous fight with cancer.What better tribute to look back at Gloria's strength, her resolve, and her impact on all of us than to reminisce over the early days of CROC and replay the episode she so dignified.CROC gratitude shout outsAngel Santana - https://www.spreaker.com/show/have-faith-let-it-begin-introductionRod Freeman - https://www.SmallBizUp.comCharlotte Larsen - http://www.charlottelarsen.net/Michael Benzaia - https://www.michaeljohnbenzaia.com/http://www.crocvip.com/https://twitter.com/CrocViphttps://www.facebook.com/CROCVIP

Ep85: 988

988This month our Cancer Center was devastated by the suicide of one of our survivors.We asked the right questions and we set up the right resources; yet we couldn't stop the outcome.Today Angel and Dr E are honored to welcome Tara McGuire of The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention join the podcast to share her story and provide information on how our survivors who are in crisis can get the help they need. CROC gratitude shout outsAngel Santana - https://www.spreaker.com/show/have-faith-let-it-begin-introductionRod Freeman - https://www.SmallBizUp.comCharlotte Larsen - http://www.charlottelarsen.net/Michael Benzaia - https://www.michaeljohnbenzaia.com/http://www.crocvip.com/https://twitter.com/CrocViphttps://www.facebook.com/CROCVIP

Ep84: Doctor, Did You Do Your Homework?

Doctor, Did You Do Your Homework?In order to get a medical degree, there are decades of classes to attend, libraries of knowledge to learn, countless grueling days and sleepless nights learning the craft.Then and only then do you get the honor to be called "Doctor", and the privilege to care for patients.But does the homework stop after you graduate or is it a lifelong commitment. You know the answer; and so, does Angel and Dr E.CROC gratitude shout outsAngel Santana - https://www.spreaker.com/show/have-faith-let-it-begin-introductionRod Freeman - https://www.SmallBizUp.comCharlotte Larsen - http://www.charlottelarsen.net/Michael Benzaia - https://www.michaeljohnbenzaia.com/http://www.crocvip.com/https://twitter.com/CrocViphttps://www.facebook.com/CROCVIP

Ep83: Insurance is not Assurance

Insurance is not AssuranceOur survivors have a lot on their plates;The emotional turmoil from their diagnosisThe physical toll from their treatmentsThe mental anguish from their day to day SurvivorshipThe last thing they need; having to fight their insurance company that has either delayed or slowed down the authorization process or downright declined their treatments or testing.Today Angel and Dr E welcome Jane Capozella, one of the best medical billers and patient advocates out there, who spent over 20 years fighting to make sure the payers do the right thing!CROC gratitude shout outsAngel Santana - https://www.spreaker.com/show/have-faith-let-it-begin-introductionRod Freeman - https://www.SmallBizUp.comCharlotte Larsen - http://www.charlottelarsen.net/Michael Benzaia - https://www.michaeljohnbenzaia.com/http://www.crocvip.com/https://twitter.com/CrocViphttps://www.facebook.com/CROCVIP