Chemotherapy can take a huge toll on a mesothelioma patient’s body. An organization called Thumbs Up, Cancer Down has created a Power Up Pack that is specifically designed to help cancer patients that may be experiencing long hours of this type of treatment.
The Power of A Thumbs Up
Through the power of human connection and support, three men wanted to encourage and inspire others that are battling cancer.
Kevin Charette, David Marcus, and Naythan Bryant realized the power of a thumbs up when Kevin posted a photo of them on Facebook. In return, he kindly asked others to share their thumbs up photos as well.
Before Kevin knew it, what started as one thumbs up photo turned into many that were being shared across social media. That was when Kevin and his friend Cody Brutlag put their heads together and knew that they wanted to help support the cancer community.
And just like that Thumbs Up, Cancer Down was born.
The organization encourages you to submit a photo of yourself giving a thumbs up. On their website, it displays all of the submissions that they receive in an easily accessible photo gallery. This gallery is intended to show support to the cancer community and to put a smile on a cancer patient’s face.
Thumbs Up, Cancer Down’s Mission
Then it hit them.
After gathering feedback from patients, they developed something called Power Up Packs.
What is in a Power Up Pack?
A Power Up Pack is a care package that consists of items that are meant to help patients that are undergoing treatment. When it came to creating these packages, the Thumbs Up, Cancer Down organization worked directly with cancer patients to get their input.
By listening to cancer warriors, the organization got a better understanding of what they needed. Based on a patient’s personal experiences, Thumbs Up, Thumbs Down carefully selected the best items for their Power Up Packs.
Contents of a Power Up Pack:
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Tote bag -
Blanket -
Beanie -
Hand sanitizer -
Backup battery phone charger -
Journal -
Thumbs up pen
The Mission of a Power Up Pack
Power Up Packs are available for purchase directly through the Thumbs Up, Cancer Down website. They are $60.
This care package would be a great idea for a mesothelioma patient that is experiencing chemotherapy treatment. Even if you don’t know a cancer patient, you can purchase a Power Up Pack to support a patient in need.
When a pack is purchased, Thumbs Up, Cancer Down donates one to a cancer patient. This act is carried out through the organization’s Buy One/Give One Program.
If you support this cause, you can also make a generous donation to Thumbs Up, Cancer Down. Your contribution will help continue the legacy of Power Up Packs. All donations made are tax-deductible.