SoCal Myeloma Community Interactive Conversation with Jenny Ahlstrom, Founder, Myeloma Crowd by HealthTree image

SoCal Myeloma Community Interactive Conversation with Jenny Ahlstrom, Founder, Myeloma Crowd by HealthTree

May 11, 2021
06:25PM - 08:00PM PDT
Online Event
Overview

Join other SoCal Region patients and caregivers for an interactive conversation with Myeloma Crowd by HealthTree founder, Jenny Ahlstrom, about her 11+ year journey as a myeloma patient and learn how Myeloma Crowd and HealthTree continue to support the needs of patients and researchers in pursuit of myeloma cures.

Jenny is an inspiring leader and powerful patient voice in the myeloma community. She is deeply knowledgeable about the fundamentals and emerging science of myeloma and passionate about helping others on their journey.  She will share insights and suggestions on living your best life with myeloma. (See Jenny's bio below for more information.)

This event will be consistent with our focus on the “Cure in 5 Initiative.” No matter where you are in your myeloma journey, there will be content and conversation that is relevant for you!

Agenda
06:25 PM
Log-in
Audience
Before the event formally begins, community members can share their updates and celebrations with the group.
06:30 PM
Introductions and Welcome
Audrey Burton-Bethke
Audrey welcomes everybody and introduces the agenda for the night.
06:40 PM
A special, interactive conversation
Jenny Ahlstrom and the Kennedys
Jenny Ahlstrom and the Kennedys discuss: * Her personal story and lessons learned * Myeloma Crowd by HealthTree * “Cure in 5” Initiative * Practical tips on Step 2- Educate and Empower the Community and Step 3- Share your Story and Experience * Ongoing, interactive Q & A
07:35 PM
SoCal Community Chapter News- Open Forum
Audience
Members of the SoCal Myeloma Community discuss: * Progress towards myeloma community outreach * Upcoming events calendar
07:45 PM
Virtual Mingle
Audience
Get to know your fellow SoCal Myeloma Community members in this unrecorded open forum.
Speakers & Moderators
Healthtree contact Jennifer Ahlstrom

Jennifer Ahlstrom

Myeloma survivor, patient advocate, wife, mom of 6. Believer that patients can help accelerate a cure by weighing in and participating in clinical research. Founder of the HealthTree Foundation.
Healthtree contact Todd Kennedy

Todd Kennedy

Todd Kennedy was diagnosed with myeloma in 2017 and has become a tireless advocate for myeloma patients and research. His background includes over 30 years working in the pharmaceutical industry until he and his wife Diane retired from their respective first careers to devote their time and talents to strengthen the myeloma community. They collaborate with HealthTree and other trusted partners to educate and empower myeloma patients and caregivers and accelerate the arrival of cures.
Healthtree contact Diane Kennedy

Diane Kennedy

Diane has been an active and engaged care partner with Todd, her husband, since he was diagnosed with multiple myeloma in 2017. In January 2020 they retired to devote their time and talents as patient advocates, HealthTree coaches, and myeloma community leaders. They are committed to helping improve and advance cancer care for all patients and feel a collaborative, virtual support group is an excellent way to help educate and empower patients and their families. Diane and Todd have lived in Orange County, CA for over 25 years where they raised their two sons.