Where Care Partners Find Hope and Information for Myeloma

In this segment, multiple myeloma care partners direct others to vital sources of hope and practical information. They unanimously recommend connecting with the myeloma community, primarily through patient support groups and care partner support groups offered by organizations like the IMF (International Myeloma Foundation), HealthTree, and local cancer centers. Hearing directly from long-term myeloma survivors at meetings provides the most powerful, tangible hope for a fulfilling future after diagnosis. Care partners also stress the importance of a holistic medical team, including social workers and coaches, who provide tailored education on managing treatment side effects and non-medical challenges. A crucial message for new care partners is to not lose themselves; maintaining personal wellness through exercise or meditation is essential to sustainable care. This combined approach of community connection, professional team support, and self-care builds the resilience needed for the long-term myeloma journe