Task Force Mission
The Colorado Cancer Coalition Pediatric and Adolescent and Young Adult (AYA) Task Force is dedicated to improving the lives of children, adolescents, and young adults with cancer in Colorado. We achieve this by fostering collaboration, advocating for patient-centered policies, and promoting equitable access to comprehensive, age-appropriate care and support services for this unique population and their families.
Co-Chairs
Joan Slaughter
Colorado Cancer CoalitionErica Berge, LCSW
Colorado Cancer CoalitionOr email us at [email protected]
Task Force Action Plan / Goals & Objectives
- Foster Statewide Collaboration
- Our primary goal is to support and enhance communication among all pediatric and AYA cancer stakeholders throughout Colorado. By working together we can:
- Enhance access to care by addressing geographic disparities, with a particular focus on improving access to high quality care for patients in rural and underserved areas.
- Improve Psychosocial Support by creating and maintaining a comprehensive statewide and national network of psychosocial resources to ensure patients and their families have the support they need.
- Close gaps in care by identifying unmet needs and collaborating to develop new programs and initiatives that directly address these gaps.
- Our primary goal is to support and enhance communication among all pediatric and AYA cancer stakeholders throughout Colorado. By working together we can:
- Increase awareness within the Colorado Cancer Coalition by maintaining a consistent presence to raise awareness about the unique challenges faced by children, adolescents and young adults with cancer and their families. This includes advocating for policies that support their care, research and long-term survivorship.
- Collaborate with other Task Forces on shared goals. We will actively seek partnerships with other task forces to collaborate. By sharing resources and expertise, we can amplify our impact and create a more cohesive and effective network of support for everyone impacted by cancer in Colorado.
Meeting Information
Coming soon!
Helpful Resources
More Pediatric and AYA Task Force information coming soon. For links to local resources visit www.cokidscancer.org
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