https://www.stronglikeme.org/ambassadors daily 0.75 2024-08-17 https://www.stronglikeme.org/about daily 0.75 2024-08-17 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/605635fb16da0044dce46592/1635299160144-W4W1O9DESRJW6JZXB8DX/image3%281%29.jpeg About - “Great opportunities to help others seldom come, but small ones surround us every day.” - Sally Koch Strong Like Me is a non-profit organization founded by Jennifer Parrott, the CEO of Locks and Mane, a prominent luxury hair extension company in North America. In May 2017, Jennifer's journey began when her son was diagnosed with leukemia at just 3½ years old. Over the following three years, her family worked closely with the dedicated team at SickKids Hospital in Toronto, witnessing firsthand the profound impact of treatment on young patients. https://www.stronglikeme.org/donate daily 0.75 2021-09-26 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/605635fb16da0044dce46592/1632666732959-5WSDX54KYDL3TLYCS4XX/priscilla-du-preez-FTsLN4L1f7Y-unsplash.jpg Donate - Make it stand out Whatever it is, the way you tell your story online can make all the difference. https://www.stronglikeme.org/home daily 1.0 2024-08-17 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/605635fb16da0044dce46592/1635301506473-3JL6FDRUSBIDVUVVHXW3/cq5dam.web.1280.1280.jpeg Home A person's self-perception and how others perceive them play significant roles in their well-being. A new or recurring cancer diagnosis is exceptionally challenging, compounded by the physical changes that serve as constant reminders of the illness. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/605635fb16da0044dce46592/1635302055377-VO3L8JGRJUJVPWPBKZ2M/Girl-full-of-hope-during-chemotherapy-467543448_3868x2579.jpeg Home Illness can lead to feelings of hopelessness, vulnerability, and a loss of control. When combined with the pressure of social media, which often emphasizes missed opportunities and unrealistic standards of perfection, it can profoundly affect mental health, self-esteem, and resilience for many individuals. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/605635fb16da0044dce46592/1635301060345-JLR4P3Q86V7581AX1SMH/Happy-strong-female-cancer-patient-flexing-hands%2C-biceps-and-fists-1320693913_3869x2579.jpeg Home - We aim to empower individuals beginning chemotherapy by supporting them in maintaining a sense of normalcy and helping them feel strong and confident as they face and overcome cancer. Our aspiration is to make the journey to recovery as positive and comfortable as possible. https://www.stronglikeme.org/contact daily 0.75 2021-10-27 https://www.stronglikeme.org/in-loving-memory daily 0.75 2022-03-09 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/605635fb16da0044dce46592/1646858077463-OQRBBOTVG66Q7N9JIAZC/image0%281%29.jpeg In Loving Memory - In Loving Memory Joann Head Joann was instrumental in helping with the design and fit of the wigs and she was extremely passionate about Strong Like Me’s mission. In 2017 she underwent chemotherapy and a stem cell transplant to fight a rare mitochondrial disease, MNGIE. Joann, also known as JoJo, was a true force of nature. Fun, loving and spirited. She remained forever brave and was at peace in the end.