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The Association of Oncology Social Work (AOSW) is an international nonprofit 501(c)3 organization dedicated to the enhancement of psychosocial services to people with cancer, their families and caregivers. ABOUT US
The Association of Oncology Social Work (AOSW) is a non-profit, international, 501(c) 3 organization dedicated to the enhancement of psychosocial services to people with cancer and thei

r families. Created in 1984 by social workers interested in oncology and by existing national cancer organizations, we have over 1000 current members who embrace the AOSW Mission “to advance excellence in the psychosocial care of persons with cancer, their families, and caregivers through networking, education, advocacy, research and resource development.”

The May issue of AOSW Connections is now available, featuring a special focus on Adolescent & Young Adult (AYA) Oncology...
05/26/2026

The May issue of AOSW Connections is now available, featuring a special focus on Adolescent & Young Adult (AYA) Oncology.

This issue explores the unique psychosocial challenges facing AYAs with cancer and highlights the critical role oncology social workers play in advocacy, survivorship, palliative care, fertility access, family support, and building community throughout the cancer journey.

Featured content includes:
• Young Adults with Cancer: Bridging the Gap in Care
• Hustle Culture and the AYA Cancer Survivor
• Supporting Survivorship in the AYA Oncology Population
• Social Work Leadership in AYA Oncology Care
• Oncofertility Awareness and Access
• Reflections from Young Adult Palliative Care
• An interview with Dr. Jen Currin-McCulloch and Adrianna Adams, LCSW
• And much more

Plus, hear from AOSW leadership in this month’s Editor’s and President’s messages, reconnect with colleagues through Connected Threads, and celebrate members in the return of AOSW Kudos.

Read the full issue of AOSW Connections today: https://bit.ly/4tYUiiT

As we get closer to the AOSW 2026 Annual Conference, we’re highlighting an important opportunity to connect with colleag...
05/19/2026

As we get closer to the AOSW 2026 Annual Conference, we’re highlighting an important opportunity to connect with colleagues who share your professional interests: 𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗚𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗽 (𝗦𝗜𝗚) 𝗺𝗲𝗲𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴𝘀.

SIGs are a core part of AOSW membership, bringing together oncology social workers to share ideas, discuss challenges, and strengthen practice. All members are welcome to join one or multiple SIGs.

Join us in Portland for these in-person SIG meetings:
• Brain Tumor SIG | Wed, June 10 | 4:45–5:45 PM
• Integrative Oncology SIG | Wed, June 10 | 4:45–5:45 PM
• Patient Navigation SIG | Wed, June 10 | 4:45–5:45 PM
• Radiation Therapy SIG | Wed, June 10 | 4:45–5:45 PM
• Spirituality SIG | Thu, June 11 | 4:15–5:15 PM

Each SIG offers a dedicated space for networking, education, resource sharing, and advancing psychosocial oncology practice in your specialty area.

👉 Register for and connect with your SIG community in person in Portland: https://bit.ly/4sDqeZH

100 Years of VA Social Work — A Century of Compassionate Service2026 marks the 100th anniversary of social work at the U...
05/18/2026

100 Years of VA Social Work — A Century of Compassionate Service

2026 marks the 100th anniversary of social work at the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs - a century of compassionate service that has shaped the lives of millions of veterans and their families. VA social workers serve as the cornerstone of holistic veteran care, connecting service members to mental health resources, housing assistance, benefits navigation, and community support. In the realm of oncology, VA social workers play a particularly vital role: they guide veterans through the emotional and logistical challenges of a cancer diagnosis, coordinating care across multidisciplinary teams, providing psychosocial counseling, and supporting both veterans and caregivers through every stage of treatment and survivorship. Their work ensures that the fight against cancer is never faced alone.

To every veteran and service member — thank you. You answered the call, carried the weight of freedom on your shoulders so that others could live safely and freely. Your courage, sacrifice, and devotion to this nation will never be forgotten. You are seen, you are honored, and you are deeply valued.

And to the VA social workers who have walked alongside our veterans for 100 years — thank you. You show up not just as professionals, but as advocates, listeners, and champions for those who have given so much. Through cancer diagnoses, mental health struggles, and the quiet battles no one else sees, you are there — steady, compassionate, and unwavering. Your work changes lives every single day. This centennial belongs to you.

With profound gratitude — 1926 to 2026, and beyond. 🎖️

Join the Association of Cancer Care Centers for an upcoming webinar focused on advancing the implementation and sustaina...
05/15/2026

Join the Association of Cancer Care Centers for an upcoming webinar focused on advancing the implementation and sustainability of Collaborative Care Models in oncology.

Thursday, May 28 | 12:00–1:00 PM ET
𝗧𝗶𝘁𝗹𝗲: 𝘉𝘶𝘪𝘭𝘥𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘢 𝘉𝘶𝘴𝘪𝘯𝘦𝘴𝘴 𝘊𝘢𝘴𝘦 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘊𝘰𝘭𝘭𝘢𝘣𝘰𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘷𝘦 𝘊𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘔𝘰𝘥𝘦𝘭𝘴 & 𝘊𝘰𝘯𝘥𝘶𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘊𝘢𝘴𝘦𝘭𝘰𝘢𝘥 𝘙𝘦𝘷𝘪𝘦𝘸𝘴
In partnership with APOS American Psychosocial Oncology Society, Association of Oncology Social Work, and American College of Healthcare Executives, this session will bring together leading experts to explore the administrative and operational foundations needed to successfully implement Collaborative Care.

𝗙𝗲𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗦𝗽𝗲𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗹𝘂𝗱𝗲:
• Dr. Jesse Fann (Fred Hutch Cancer Center)
• Dr. William Pirl (Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center)
• Dr. Tom Lynch (Fred Hutch Cancer Center)
• Shelly Anderson, MPM (Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center)

This session will provide a comprehensive overview of the tools and strategies needed to:
✔️ Build a compelling business case for Collaborative Care
✔️ Streamline workflows and operational processes
✔️ Strengthen program management and long-term sustainability

𝗟𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗢𝗯𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲𝘀:
• Identify key administrative tools and resources for implementation
• Develop a business case to support adoption and sustainability
• Apply strategies to enhance operational efficiency

Participants may earn 𝘂𝗽 𝘁𝗼 1 𝗔𝗖𝗛𝗘 𝗤𝘂𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗳𝘆𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗘𝗱𝘂𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗛𝗼𝘂𝗿 toward initial certification or recertification of the FACHE designation.

If you're working to expand integrated, team-based care in oncology, this session will offer practical insights to support your next steps.

🔗 Register here: https://bit.ly/4dt3Koo

⏰ 𝗢𝗻𝗲 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸 𝘁𝗼 𝗴𝗼!Cancer doesn’t just affect patients. It impacts entire families, especially when patients are also rais...
05/14/2026

⏰ 𝗢𝗻𝗲 𝘄𝗲𝗲𝗸 𝘁𝗼 𝗴𝗼!

Cancer doesn’t just affect patients. It impacts entire families, especially when patients are also raising young children.

Join us next Thursday for AOSW’s upcoming webinar:
𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗣𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗪𝗵𝗼 𝗔𝗿𝗲 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀
🗓 Thursday, May 21, 2026
⏰ 1:00–2:00 PM ET

As cancer rates continue to rise among adults aged 30–39, more patients are navigating treatment while caring for their children. This webinar will explore how healthcare professionals can better support parents through the emotional, practical, and psychosocial challenges that come with balancing cancer care and parenting.

Led by Carissa Hodgson, LCSW, OSW-C, Director of Programs at Bright Spot Network, this session will cover:
✔️ The unique challenges faced by parents with cancer
✔️ The 4 essential needs of patients balancing treatment and parenting
✔️ Practical strategies for talking to children about cancer
✔️ Resources that reduce isolation and build confidence for families

🎓 1.0 CE credit available for purchase
📌 Beginner level | Clinical/General category

👉 Register today: https://bit.ly/4tdarln

Join us at as we celebrate the 2026 AOSW Fellows Cohort and honor four exceptional leaders whose work has made a lasti...
05/12/2026

Join us at as we celebrate the 2026 AOSW Fellows Cohort and honor four exceptional leaders whose work has made a lasting impact on psychosocial oncology.

Congratulations to:
✨ Jane Dabney, MSW, LISW-S, OSW-C
✨ Myra Glajchen, DSW, MSW, BSW, ACSW, APHSW-C
✨ Bryan Miller, MSW, LCSW, OSW-C
✨ Anao Zhang, PhD, LCSW, ACSW, OSW-C, ACBT

These distinguished professionals have advanced the field through clinical excellence, leadership, research, education, mentorship, and service to the oncology social work community.

The Fellows will be formally recognized during the Welcome & Awards session on Wednesday, June 10, from 8:00 AM – 9:15 AM at the AOSW 2026 Annual Conference.

Please join us in celebrating their incredible contributions to oncology social work and patient-centered cancer care.

🔗 Register here: https://bit.ly/4sDqeZH

Kick off your experience with one of four in-depth pre-conference workshops designed to strengthen clinical skills and...
05/11/2026

Kick off your experience with one of four in-depth pre-conference workshops designed to strengthen clinical skills and deepen oncology social work practice.

📅 Tuesday, June 9, 2026
⏰ 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
🎓 Earn up to 4.0 CE Credits

Choose from expert-led sessions on:
• Advanced clinical case conceptualization
• Foundations of oncology social work practice
• Integrating photovoice and art into survivorship care
• Supporting patients experiencing “chemo brain” and cancer-related cognitive impairment

Whether you're new to oncology social work or looking to expand your expertise, these workshops offer practical tools, evidence-based strategies, and meaningful peer learning opportunities ahead of the Annual Conference.

Advance registration is required.
🔗 Register now: https://bit.ly/4sDqeZH

Cancer impacts far more than physical health. Patients, caregivers, and clinicians are often navigating intense emotions...
05/07/2026

Cancer impacts far more than physical health. Patients, caregivers, and clinicians are often navigating intense emotions, uncertainty, difficult decisions, and profound life changes throughout the cancer experience.

At the AOSW 2026 Annual Conference, don’t miss the Practice Intensive session, 𝙁𝙤𝙨𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙍𝙚𝙨𝙞𝙡𝙞𝙚𝙣𝙘𝙚 𝙞𝙣 𝘾𝙖𝙣𝙘𝙚𝙧 𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙝 𝘿𝘽𝙏-𝘽𝙖𝙨𝙚𝙙 𝙎𝙠𝙞𝙡𝙡𝙨, presented by Elizabeth Cohn Stuntz, LCSW-R, Ronda Reitz, PhD, and Chiara Acquati, PhD, LGSW, FAOSW.

This interactive two-part session will explore how DBT-based skills can help individuals impacted by cancer:
• Manage strong emotions and uncertainty
• Navigate difficult treatment decisions
• Strengthen communication with loved ones and providers
• Build resilience, meaning, and hope throughout the cancer journey

📍 Join us in Portland, June 10–12, for the AOSW Annual Conference
🔗 Register now: https://bit.ly/4sDqeZH

It’s Brain Tumor Awareness Month, a time dedicated to supporting, empowering, and amplifying the voices of those impacte...
05/06/2026

It’s Brain Tumor Awareness Month, a time dedicated to supporting, empowering, and amplifying the voices of those impacted by brain tumors.

More than 1.3 million people in the United States are living with a brain tumor, each navigating complex medical, emotional, and psychosocial challenges. Oncology social workers play a critical role in providing support, advocacy, and connection for patients and their families throughout the cancer journey.

This month, we stand with the brain tumor community to raise awareness, promote understanding, and highlight the importance of comprehensive, patient-centered care.

⏳ Last chance to save! Early bird rates for 𝗲𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗼𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗿𝗼𝘄.Join us June 10–12 in Portland for three days of learning, co...
04/30/2026

⏳ Last chance to save! Early bird rates for 𝗲𝗻𝗱 𝘁𝗼𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗿𝗼𝘄.

Join us June 10–12 in Portland for three days of learning, connection, and up to 20.25 CE credits alongside oncology social work professionals from across the country.

📅 Don’t miss your chance to save
🔗 Register now: https://bit.ly/4sDqeZH

🌹 The AOSW Annual Conference is coming to Portland, Oregon in June, and we couldn't think of a better city to gather, le...
04/28/2026

🌹 The AOSW Annual Conference is coming to Portland, Oregon in June, and we couldn't think of a better city to gather, learn, and recharge.

Between sessions at the Portland Marriott Downtown Waterfront, you'll be steps away from a world-class food scene, vibrant arts culture, and some of the most stunning scenery in the Pacific Northwest.

Here's what's waiting for you:
• Up to 20.25 CE credits — including Cultural Competency and Ethics hours
• Sessions on AI in patient care, grief & survivorship, equity, and clinical innovations
• Connections with oncology social workers, patient navigators, and researchers from across the country
• A free TriMet transit pass to explore the city
• Exclusive dining discounts

📅 Register by May 1 to save with early bird pricing
🔗 Secure your spot: https://bit.ly/4sDqeZH

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