In this powerful episode of The Hang!, host Scott Saldinger sits down with Susan Wandishin, Senior Director of Operations at the Dear Jack Foundation, for a deeply human conversation about what young adults with cancer truly need beyond medical care. Every six minutes, a young adult between 15 and 39 is diagnosed with cancer in the U.S.—and many are left emotionally isolated once treatment ends.

Susan shares how Dear Jack fills that gap through wish-granting experiences, personalized letters of support, virtual community programming, and restorative survivor retreats. Founded by musician Andrew McMahon, the foundation was born from lived experience and built around the belief that healing the heart and mind is just as important as healing the body.

From unforgettable music-based wishes to simple handwritten notes that change mental health outcomes, this episode highlights the power of community, volunteerism, and showing up for others. Whether you’re a music fan, nonprofit supporter, or someone looking to make a real difference, this conversation shows how small acts can create life-changing impact for young adults navigating cancer.

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