{"id":93996,"date":"2026-09-22T11:54:32","date_gmt":"2026-09-22T17:54:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.uchealth.org\/today\/?p=93996"},"modified":"2026-09-22T11:57:05","modified_gmt":"2026-09-22T17:57:05","slug":"cancer-support-network-for-women-in-english-and-spanish","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.uchealth.org\/today\/cancer-support-network-for-women-in-english-and-spanish\/","title":{"rendered":"&#8216;You are not alone:&#8217; Nonprofit supports female cancer patients with resources in both English and Spanish"},"content":{"rendered":"<div style=\"margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px;\" class=\"sharethis-inline-share-buttons\" ><\/div><figure id=\"attachment_93997\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-93997\" style=\"width: 640px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-93997\" src=\"https:\/\/uchealth-wp-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2026\/09\/22083040\/Aazaret-Marquez_cancer-awareness-advocate_09-26-web.webp\" alt=\"Aazenet Marquez enjoys walking along a lake near her Denver apartment. Staying active is one of the strategies Aazenet uses to stay positive as she navigates cancer treatments. Photo: Ana Gretchen Robleto, UCHealth.\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-93997\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Aazenet Marquez enjoys walking along a lake near her Denver apartment. Staying active is one of the strategies Aazenet uses to stay positive as she navigates cancer treatments. Photo: Ana Gretchen Robleto, UCHealth.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Facing cancer can be deeply disruptive.<\/p>\n<p>For Aazenet Marquez, learning that she had colon cancer when she was just 45 challenged many aspects of her identity: as a woman, a mother, a professional and a partner.<\/p>\n<p>She was used to being a strong, independent woman, who was the sole supporter for her three children.<\/p>\n<p>Accustomed to facing life\u2019s challenges on her own, Aazenet initially had trouble accepting help from others. But as she navigated cancer treatments, she learned she could not face the journey alone.<\/p>\n<p>Now 48, Aazenet has dedicated herself to volunteering to help other cancer survivors through a nonprofit called <a id=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/NadieLuchaSola\/\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/NadieLuchaSola\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Nadie Lucha Sola<\/a> \u2014 which means \u201cNo One Fights Alone.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>It\u2019s a Denver-based community organization that hosts events to help female cancer patients find support and resources in both English and Spanish.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Cancer support for women in English and Spanish\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Leaders at Nadie Lucha Sola are teaming up with UCHealth to host a free event from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Oct. 10, at <a id=\"https:\/\/www.uchealth.org\/locations\/uchealth-university-of-colorado-hospital-uch\/\" href=\"https:\/\/www.uchealth.org\/locations\/uchealth-university-of-colorado-hospital-uch\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital<\/a> in Aurora, Colorado. At the event there will be:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Wigs for patients who have lost their hair during cancer treatments.<\/li>\n<li>Sessions with makeup artists. The opportunity to look and feel your best can help <a id=\"https:\/\/www.cancer.org\/cancer\/supportive-care\/appearance.html\" href=\"https:\/\/www.cancer.org\/cancer\/supportive-care\/appearance.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">boost cancer patients&#8217; spirits, confidence and sense of well-being<\/a>.<\/li>\n<li>A photo booth where attendees can take and share photos on social media.<\/li>\n<li>Information and guidance about community resources, including mental health services and logistical support.<\/li>\n<li><a id=\"https:\/\/www.foodbankrockies.org\/\" href=\"https:\/\/www.foodbankrockies.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Food Bank of the Rockies<\/a> will provide information about available services and how to access them.<\/li>\n<li>Guidance on completing a Medical Power of Attorney and advance care planning, with support from palliative care team volunteers. (<a id=\"https:\/\/www.uchealth.org\/today\/someone-to-lean-on-the-vital-role-of-advance-directives-for-medical-decisions\/\" href=\"https:\/\/www.uchealth.org\/today\/someone-to-lean-on-the-vital-role-of-advance-directives-for-medical-decisions\/\">Learn more about advance directives for medical decisions<\/a>)<\/li>\n<li>Free tickets to the <a id=\"https:\/\/www.dmns.org\/\" href=\"https:\/\/www.dmns.org\/\">Denver Museum of Nature and Science<\/a>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>\u201cThis event is open to any woman with cancer, regardless of where she is receiving treatment or what type of cancer she has,\u201d said Ana Fauvet, a UCHealth Spanish interpreter and founder and president of Nadie Lucha Sola.<\/p>\n<p>Nadie Lucha Sola volunteers and partners will help women connect with one another and learn about resources to help them cope with a cancer diagnosis and treatments.<\/p>\n<p class=\"xmsonormal\">\u2018\u2018Supporting this event is one of the most meaningful ways we can all help drive positive change in our community,\u2019\u2019 Fauvet said. \u201cThe goal is to help women with cancer develop a sense of community and support among patients.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Medical interpreters, like Fauvet, who help patients for whom English is not their first language, will also be available at the event. They play an important role in helping patients and healthcare professionals communicate and \u2014 when needed \u2014 navigate cultural differences. (<a id=\"https:\/\/www.uchealth.org\/today\/medical-interpreters-offer-free-help-to-overcome-language-barriers\/\" href=\"https:\/\/www.uchealth.org\/today\/medical-interpreters-offer-free-help-to-overcome-language-barriers\/\">Learn more about how UCHealth provides medical interpreters at every appointment, at no charge<\/a>)<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe medical interpretation services allow patients to better understand their care, feel more confident and reduce anxiety that may arise,\u201d Fauvet said. She also serves as a language services supervisor for UCHealth\u2019s Denver metro region.<\/p>\n<p>American Sign Language interpreters will also be available to help attendees overcome communication barriers.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cMedical interpreters also help medical teams better understand their patients\u2019 cultural expectations and behaviors, which strengthens trust, improves communication and contributes to care that is more responsive to the needs of the Hispanic community,\u201d Fauvet said.<div class=\"su-callout-box col-xs-12 col-sm-6 right\" style=\"background-color:#dce4e7; color:#2e3b44;\">\n<h4><strong>Support for female cancer patients: Resources in both Spanish and English<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><strong>What:<\/strong> Nadie Lucha Sola or \u201cNo One Fights Alone\u201d event.<\/p>\n<p><strong>When:<\/strong> 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 10.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Where:<\/strong> UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital, Bruce Schroffel Auditorium, Anschutz Inpatient Pavilion, 12505 E. 16th Ave. #2, Aurora, CO 80045.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Cost:<\/strong> Free.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Do I need to sign up ahead of time?<\/strong>\u00a0Preregistration is required through <a id=\"https:\/\/tinyurl.com\/NLS2026Registrate\" href=\"https:\/\/tinyurl.com\/NLS2026Registrate\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">this link<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Questions?:<\/strong> Please contact admin@nadieluchasola.org or call 720.505.3350.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h2><strong>How a second opinion changed one woman&#8217;s colon cancer journey<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Aazenet knows what it is like to face the uncertainty of a cancer diagnosis while navigating a language barrier.<\/p>\n<p>Her cancer journey began in 2023.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI was diagnosed with colon cancer. I was experiencing severe stomach pain, and when I arrived at the hospital, doctors discovered a cancerous tumor in my intestine,\u201d Aazenet said.<\/p>\n<p>After her diagnosis, Aazenet underwent surgery to remove the tumor and began chemotherapy.<\/p>\n<p>In 2023, Aazenet received 12 chemotherapy sessions.<\/p>\n<p>She was cancer-free for one year.<\/p>\n<p>In 2025, Aazenet was diagnosed with metastatic liver cancer.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe oncologist told me I had four to five years to live,\u201d Aazenet recalled.<\/p>\n<p>But she was not ready to accept the initial prognosis as the final word.<\/p>\n<p>She was just one month away from getting married.<\/p>\n<p>Her three children and fianc\u00e9 waited outside the exam room as she received life-changing news.<\/p>\n<p>Shocked by the prognosis, Aazenet spoke with her fianc\u00e9 and told him he did not have to stay with her through her illness. She even suggested that they cancel the wedding.<\/p>\n<p>He chose to stay.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWhen I heard the prognosis about how much time I had left, I told the doctor I wanted a second opinion. I decided to change hospitals,\u201d Aazenet said.<\/p>\n<p>Her search for a second opinion led her to University of Colorado Hospital.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe first thing my doctor at UCHealth told me was that no one should dictate how much time I have left to live. She explained that medical science advances every day,\u201d Aazenet said.<\/p>\n<p>That conversation changed her perspective and gave her renewed confidence about coping with a difficult diagnosis.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>How support networks can help women during cancer treatments<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Today, Aazenet and her husband have been married for over a year. His support reinforced a lesson she now shares with other women. No woman should have to face cancer alone.<\/p>\n<p>Even women who do not have family nearby can find support through community organizations, patient resources and networks that can help them navigate treatments. Connecting women with resources has become part of Aazenet\u2019s mission.<\/p>\n<p>During her cancer journey, Aazenet has received 40 cycles of chemotherapy and continues to navigate the physical and emotional challenges of colon cancer.<\/p>\n<p>Some cancer treatments can cause hair loss. For Aazenet, losing her hair has been particularly challenging.<\/p>\n<p>She was relieved to find help and support at a Nadie Lucha Sola event.<\/p>\n<p>Aazenet first attended a Nadie Lucha Sola event in 2024 as a patient. There, she received a wig and a makeover \u2014 an experience that helped restore her confidence after chemotherapy caused hair loss and changes in her skin.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI really enjoyed participating in the Nadie Lucha Sola event \u2014 so much so that afterward, I asked Ana Fauvet if I could get involved as a volunteer. Personally, the hardest part for me has been accepting the hair loss. My hair has fallen out three times now, and it\u2019s something I really struggle with.\u201d<\/p>\n<h2><strong>How Nadie Lucha Sola (no one fights alone) connects women with cancer support<\/strong><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_94010\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-94010\" style=\"width: 338px\" class=\"wp-caption alignleft\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-94010 \" src=\"https:\/\/uchealth-wp-uploads.s3.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/6\/2026\/09\/22091843\/Nadie-lucha-sola-courtesy-web.webp\" alt=\"Volunteers come together at \u201cNadie Lucha Sola\u201d events to foster connections among women who are undergoing cancer treatments, with services available both in English and Spanish. Photo courtesy of Ana Fauvet.\" width=\"338\" height=\"306\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-94010\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Volunteers come together at \u201cNadie Lucha Sola\u201d events to foster connections among women who are undergoing cancer treatments, with services available both in English and Spanish. Photo courtesy of Ana Fauvet.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Aazenet realized that many other women were experiencing the same emotional and physical challenges she was facing.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cAt the event, they make us feel beautiful. They do our makeup and provide wigs for cancer patients.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cDuring chemotherapy, our hair can fall out, and we can develop spots on our faces. It is very difficult,\u201d Aazenet said.<\/p>\n<p>Being surrounded by other women going through cancer treatments has given Aazenet a sense of community and belonging.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI meditate a lot. I have a lot of faith in God. I have the support of my family, but not all women have family or friends. So, it is important for them to know that there are support networks and resources available to them,\u201d Aazenet said.<\/p>\n<p>She wants other cancer patients to find similar support.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cYou don&#8217;t have to feel alone. There is a support network available for you,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n<p>Aazenet knows that a cancer diagnosis can bring emotional and financial challenges in addition to the physical effects of the disease.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cMost women with cancer have to stop working. Sometimes they don&#8217;t have a partner or family to support them. Therefore, it is important to know how and where to look for help. At UCHealth, they gave me a lot of guidance about the community resources available, and at Nadie Lucha Sola, we support other women in their search for resources,\u201d Aazenet said.<\/p>\n<p>Inspired by the support she received, she now wants to give back to other women.<\/p>\n<p>Aazenet volunteers and helps raise money for Nadie Lucha Sola.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Why emotional support matters during cancer treatments<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Aazenet also encourages women with cancer and their caregivers to seek emotional and psychological support.<\/p>\n<p>Before being diagnosed with cancer, Aazenet worked as a caregiver. She remembers how many older adults faced loneliness and had few or no family members nearby.<\/p>\n<p>Through her work, she saw firsthand how valuable it can be to have someone by your side \u2014 not only for practical help, but also to provide companionship and emotional support.<\/p>\n<p>At the time, Aazenet did not realize that she would someday need to learn to be on the other side of that relationship: the person who would need to receive support from others rather than the caregiver who was providing help.<\/p>\n<p>She continues treatment and refuses to let her diagnosis define her future.<\/p>\n<p>Aazenet\u2019s cancer journey taught her that accepting help can be just as important as providing it.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cWomen going through cancer treatments sometimes keep a lot of things to themselves. We become too strong because we don&#8217;t want our families to suffer,\u201d Aazenet said.<\/p>\n<p>She now encourages women to accept that they need to be vulnerable and ask for help.<\/p>\n<p>\u2018\u2018Many women undergoing cancer treatments try to be strong even when we feel like giving up. And it is important to know that we don&#8217;t have to fight cancer alone,\u201d Aazenet said.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Facing cancer can be deeply disruptive. For Aazenet Marquez, learning that she had colon cancer when she was just 45 challenged many aspects of her identity: as a woman, a mother, a professional and a partner. She was used to being a strong, independent woman, who was the sole supporter for her three children. 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