CanBe is a social impact app that establishes restorative practices in individuals impacted by cancer and chronic disease.
We use geolocation to identify social and organizational supports for an individual’s diagnosis. CanBe supports nonprofits serving the cancer community by direct marketing as well as data around potential growth and equity of services.
CanBe benefits patients, survivors, caregivers, and nonprofits.
Whether you’re a survivor or caregiver-find the people who just get it.
We have spent nearly three years developing this resource for the cancer community. As with any app, we will need to continue developing the functionality to best serve our users and their experience with CanBe. You can be part of this vital shift in the cancer experience by donating to this program’s development.
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At CanBe Innovations, we pledge to revolutionize the cancer journey by championing empowerment, support, and connection. Our dual-platform approach intertwines cutting-edge AI technology with compassionate care, providing cancer patients with immediate, no-cost access to a vetted network of charitable resources via our mobile app, and offering charities an innovative, cost-effective CRM solution through our web app.
The CanBeApp.com platform operates with a commitment to integrity and trust, employing GuideStar verification to ensure the legitimacy of each charity. Once onboard, organizations can claim their account and engage with clients directly, streamlining their operations and enhancing their outreach.
Our mission is twofold: to enrich the cancer care experience for patients, attend to their emotional journey with sensitivity, and empower charities with the tools they need to manage relationships and maximize their impact efficiently. Together, we’re not just innovating—we’re transforming the landscape of cancer support and charity interaction.
Our advanced AI technology plays a pivotal role in this ecosystem, mapping the individual journeys of our users to provide a tailored path of emotional support and growth. This personalized guidance aims to light the way through the challenging phases of cancer, making the experience less daunting and more hopeful.
The app’s interface is intuitive and user-friendly, ensuring easy access to resources, community support, and information. Features include personal journey tracking, emotional wellness tools, and connectivity with peers, all designed with the input from oncology specialists and survivor feedback to ensure relevance and empathy.Both arms of the CanBe App platform work in concert to offer a holistic support system for cancer patients and the charities that aid them, encapsulating our mission to innovate the cancer experience by intertwining technology with compassion and practical support.
Lauren Huffmaster is a beacon of hope and resilience—a metastatic breast cancer survivor who has channeled her trials into a triumphant mission of support and advocacy. As a speaker, author, coach, and entrepreneur, Lauren has founded the Adventure Therapy Foundation, the RISE coaching program, and CanBe Innovations, Inc., including the innovative CanBe App. Her academic journey at The University of the South in Tennessee and at Middle Tennessee State University laid the groundwork for her visionary leadership in revolutionizing global perspectives on cancer survivorship.
Lauren’s personal journey with cancer is profound and deeply motivating. Diagnosed with stage four breast cancer at the age of 37, she faced the staggering reality of what her condition would mean for her young children. Yet, it was through this life-altering experience that Lauren found an unparalleled empowerment—a calling that would drive her to alleviate the pain of others battling cancer.“Cancer is not a valley shadowed by past triumphs; it is my life’s calling,” Lauren asserts. “Through my brokenness, I aspire to demonstrate love. I established Adventure Therapy to create an avenue to serve and support those affected by cancer. My personal battle fuels my dedication to developing solutions that ease the cancer burden for others.”
Recognizing the emotional strain cancer imposes on both patients and their families, Lauren’s compassion extends to spouses and children who silently endure alongside their loved ones. In 2017, she brought Adventure Therapy Foundation to life, a non-profit dedicated to offering emotional healing and cherished moments through cancer coaching and outdoor retreats. The foundation has since been a cornerstone for hundreds of families, guiding them through the emotional complexities of cancer and fostering unforgettable experiences.
Lauren’s vision for CanBe Innovations is a testament to her innovative spirit and relentless commitment to the cancer community. Through CanBe App, she aims to provide a beacon of guidance and emotional support for those navigating the tumultuous journey of cancer—demonstrating that from adversity can emerge strength, community, and hope.James Creston, a native Californian from the verdant delta of Northern California, stands as a testament to the transformative power of curiosity and resilience. At 40, James’s journey has been far from ordinary—marked by a relentless quest for understanding the mechanics of the world, from the engineering marvels that power our society to the philosophical musings that explain our very existence.
A self-described non-academic in his youth, James’s fascination with how things work propelled him into a 20-year career in electrical power generation, including a pivotal role as a power plant operator of a significant 880-megawatt facility in Pittsburg, California. His exemplary work ethic and deep industry knowledge earned him a swift promotion to maintenance supervisor at the Northern California Power Agency, where his leadership continues to make waves.
Yet, it is the spirit of entrepreneurship that truly captures the essence of James. From co-founding the thriving Vamp Salon in 2011, alongside his wife and sister-in-law, to tackling the challenges that every small business proprietor encounters, James has emerged with a wealth of experience and an unwavering commitment to business development and project management.His entrepreneurial drive has now found a new focus in the tech startup sphere, where he is the co-founder and acting Chief Innovation Officer for CanBe Innovations. Here, his innovative zeal converges with a deeply personal mission. Having valiantly faced and overcome stage 2B Hodgkin’s Lymphoma—a harrowing journey that left him on the brink—James has emerged with a renewed purpose: to innovate the cancer experience and provide support for those walking the path he once trod.
As an advocate, volunteer, and supporter of cancer charities, James channels his personal ordeal into a force for good. His commitment is to use his love for technology to create avenues of hope and healing for the cancer community, inspired by the profound support and love he received during his own battle.
James Creston embodies the spirit of a true innovator—transforming personal adversity into a catalyst for change and a beacon of hope for others.
The CanBe App is under development and is exclusively available through invite only. Contact CanBe Innovations Inc. to request access to the CanBe App. You will receive a link to TestFlight to install the CanBe App on your iPhone, and you can personally contribute to our community.
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Thank you for visiting CanBe Innovations! Are you interested in learning more about our mission? Would like to be informed when we launch the CanBe App to the app store? Please fill out the form below to be added to our waitlist. We are looking for anyone interested in finding free services. We are looking for investors who share our passion to change the cancer experience. Lauren and James are both cancer survivors passionate about serving the cancer community.