How Can I Help? Elly Mayday
Hello Ladies!
You may or may not be familiar with my work but I have been public with my stage 3 diagnosis at 25.
At that time I was just beginning my career as a model and decided to use my voice and platform to help bring light to the
disease and the women facing it. I'm so proud to represent all the strong individuals I've met along the way.
Please know I am so fueled by your love, support and the strength you all embody.
My question is, where can I help you? What are some questions you have for me, what can I bring attention to in a broader sense?
What topics would you like to see online both on the OvCa Canada site/social as well as mine.
Just trying to support you as you have me.
Love the feed back and any discussions here will help me create content!
Thank you
You may or may not be familiar with my work but I have been public with my stage 3 diagnosis at 25.
At that time I was just beginning my career as a model and decided to use my voice and platform to help bring light to the
disease and the women facing it. I'm so proud to represent all the strong individuals I've met along the way.
Please know I am so fueled by your love, support and the strength you all embody.
My question is, where can I help you? What are some questions you have for me, what can I bring attention to in a broader sense?
What topics would you like to see online both on the OvCa Canada site/social as well as mine.
Just trying to support you as you have me.
Love the feed back and any discussions here will help me create content!
Thank you
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I guess I’d like to know what topics would you want me to speak about?Specific to when you’re diagnosed, going through treatment or adjusting back to life.
Thank you!!
Anyone can organize a fund raising event in support of Ovarian Cancer Canada. If you are interested in doing this, let me know or get in touch with your Regional Director.
http://ovariancanada.org/about-us/our-team?lang=en-ca
I also know that it can be hard for younger women who are diagnosed with ovarian cancer. There are different issues and challenges that you can face based on your age. We have a webinar we did specifically for younger women - you can find it in the list of our past webinars here:
http://ovariancanada.org/events-support/go-online-for-support/webinar-series
There are other women in OVdialogue who were diagnosed at younger ages. Perhaps you can connect with them to share stories: @Adnamarama @jemgirljeri @jiselle16 @BrittMK @K_BrancOV @MarieRocks @Teddybear @sallyL @GreenEyes
There is also an organization called Young Adult Cancer Canada. You may find some helpful information there.
Elly Mayday was an amazing young woman and a powerful and tireless advocate for ovarian cancer. In May 2017, she received the Justine Greene Award to honour her for her efforts in this field. This was presented at Ovarian Cancer Canada's Love Her Gala in Vancouver. Sadly, Elly Mayday died on March 2, 2019. Here is the post from her family on her official fan page.
"Elly Mayday's given name was Ashley Shandrel Luther. She was born on April 15, 1988 in Saskatchewan, Canada. Ashley was deeply loved by her family in Canada and in Germany.
Ashley was a country girl at heart who had a passion for life that was undeniable. She dreamed of making an impact on people's lives. She achieved this through the creation Elly Mayday which allowed her to connect with all of you. Her constant support and love from her followers held a special place in her heart.
Ashley passed away on Friday, March 1 at 5:14pm. You all inspired Ashley and we hope she did the same for you.
Love and light, Ashley's loving family"
She will be missed.
Yes, still sad and feeling the loss - sure do miss you @EllyMayday
Will be thinking of her especially on World Ovarian Cancer Day MAY 8
https://ovariancanada.org/Events-Support/Find-Local-Events/2019/May/World-Ovarian-Cancer-Day