Featured in Everviolet’s In Her Words series, Christine Anastos shares how a 2016 breast cancer diagnosis transformed her life and inspired the creation of Connect & Thrive (CAT). After 34 years as an environmental engineer focused on protecting public health, Christine redirected her mission toward helping cancer previvors, patients, thrivers, and caregivers access healing resources, integrative therapies, and meaningful support. Her story reflects resilience, self-advocacy, and a commitment to improving the cancer journey for women nationwide.
The interview highlights Christine Anastos’ belief that healing includes physical, emotional, and spiritual wellbeing. Through Connect & Thrive, she created a platform that combines trusted wellness partners, educational resources, and KittyFunds™ crowdfunding campaigns that help women afford services and products often not covered by insurance. Christine’s leadership continues to expand access to compassionate care, whole-person wellness, and hope for women navigating diagnosis, treatment, recovery, and survivorship.
