Megghan's Course: A Mental Health Toolkit for Young Adults with a Terminal Diagnosis
8-Hour Self-Paced E-Course Inspired by Megghan Paige Duffy, Age 23 (1997 ~ 2020)
Welcome. You are here because you have heard the word terminal. We are here because, at this time in your life, you may want to be with people who know what you are going through, understand the challenges you face, and provide you with tools to help you navigate this journey.
Welcome to “Megghan’s Course” by LEAD, an 8-hour e-course for supporting teens and young adults with terminal illnesses.
This course was inspired by Megghan Duffy, a co-founder of LEAD, who was diagnosed with stage 4 cancer and recognized the lack of mental health resources available for young adults facing terminal illnesses. Though Megghan passed away in 2020 at age 23, LEAD has made it our mission to honor her desire to gather resources, mental health support, and coping strategies for young adults in similar situations.
Participants Receive:
- Access to this self-paced e-course moderated by a LEAD-credentialed instructor.
- A personalized certificate of completion.
- Access to a 40-page, downloadable post-course resource guide with population-specific lifelines and inclusive, culturally-competent, and trauma-informed self-help, community-based, and professional resources.
- FREE access to an exclusive Facebook group and newsletter for continued education and support.
Your Instructor
Shari Duffy, M.A., brings over seventeen years of invaluable experience to her role as an educator, specializing in English and Journalism instruction at Leominster High School. Her dedication and expertise have earned her prestigious accolades, including the Academic CTEi Teacher of the Year award in 2010 and the esteemed local VFW Teacher of the Year recognition in 2021.
In addition to her exemplary classroom leadership, Shari fulfills pivotal roles within the educational community. She serves as a mentor for fellow educators within the district and assumes the responsibilities of advisor for the school's esteemed Journalism program.
Shari's impact resonates beyond the confines of Leominster High School. For over a decade, she has served as one of two advisors for the SkillsUSA program, facilitating student participation in national competitions and garnering recognition for exemplary community service initiatives. Furthermore, she has collaborated with Fitchburg State University, delivering comprehensive Communication and Literacy MTEL training to aspiring educators, thereby shaping the future of the profession.
Prior to her career in education, Shari honed her skills as a freelance reporter, amassing a decade of experience covering diverse topics such as business, local governance, human interest features, and breaking news stories. Her academic foundation includes a Master of Arts degree, complemented by a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration Marketing with a minor in Professional Writing.
Frequently Asked Questions
DISCLAIMER: By registering for this course, you understand and agree that LEAD, Inc.’s courses are supplementary only and in no way replace medical advice.“Megghan’s Course” has been reviewed by people with terminal diagnoses and mental health clinicians. Its content is tailored for a non-clinical audience and purpose.
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