The Stacey G. Lehr Adolescent & Young Adult Cancer Program
Your gift supports specialized care for adolescents and young adults ages 15 to 39 facing cancer. Together, we can provide the resources, support and compassionate care they need throughout every step of their cancer journey.
Stacey passed away in 2023 at the age of 42 following her breast cancer diagnosis. A talented designer, entrepreneur, mother of three and passionate advocate for others, Stacey was known for her ability to make people feel seen and cared for - even during her own cancer journey.
The Stacey G. Lehr Foundation generously donated $1 million to support adolescent and young adult cancer care at John Stoddard Cancer Center, naming this critical program in Stacey's honor. Stacey's husband, Kent, shares, "For our family and for Stacey's children, this program is a reminder that her impact is still here. Her love continues to show up for others, and her legacy will continue to grow through every life this program touches."
The Stacey G. Lehr Adolescent & Young Adult Cancer Program serves patients navigating cancer during some of life's most formative years. Whether they are pursuing education, building careers, raising families or planning for the future, young adults often face unique emotional, practical and financial challenges alongside their medical treatment. This program provides specialized support services designed to address those challenges and ensure patients receive care that extends beyond treatment alone.
This program is provided free of charge and not covered by insurance, so it relies 100% on philanthropy and donors like you.
Thanks to you, The Stacey G. Lehr Adolescent & Young Adult Cancer Program continues to grow. Your gift supports:
Patient Navigation & Care Coordination
Helps young adults connect with the resources, specialists and support services they need throughout treatment.
Financial & Practical Assistance
Provides financial assistance to help reduce the emotional and financial burdens of cancer treatment, including support for mental health counseling, fertility preservation, childcare, transportation, lodging, meals and other unexpected expenses.
Emotional & Mental Health Support
Connects patients with counseling, support groups and wellness resources to help them navigate the emotional challenges of a cancer diagnosis.
Family & Caregiver Support
Provides resources that help parents, spouses, partners and caregivers care for themselves while supporting their loved one.
Fertility Counseling
Helps patients understand how cancer treatment may impact future fertility and provides guidance on fertility preservation options so they can make informed decisions about their future.
Survivorship & Life Beyond Cancer
Helps patients transition from treatment to survivorship with education, wellness resources and support as they return to school, work and everyday life.
Innovative Programs for Young Adults
Supports new services and opportunities that address the unique needs of adolescents and young adults, ensuring every patient receives care designed specifically for their stage of life.
Your gift allows our team to continually identify and develop new services that respond to the changing needs of young adults with cancer, ensuring the Stacey G. Lehr Adolescent & Young Adult Cancer Program continues to grow and innovate for years to come.
