“Someone like me” Cancer App
by Patient Innovator Vanessa Mooney
www.someonelikeme.ie
The "Someone Like Me" app is a digital peer support platform designed to help individuals affected by cancer connect with others who understand their experiences.

It aims to provide a supportive space for cancer patients, survivors, and their families, offering resources and real-life stories to ease feelings of loneliness.

The app has interesting features which allows the uses to share experiences, join private chats, access local wellness support, and listen to podcasts featuring cancer survivors.

Created by Vanessa Mooney, a breast cancer survivor, the app is free and supported by Breast Cancer Ireland.

Key benefits:
  • Connects the user with people who understand – You can connect one-to-one with people who have had similar cancer experiences, helping reduce feelings of isolation.
  • Provides emotional support – Sharing experiences with other patients, survivors and families can help people feel understood and supported during difficult times.
  • Offers useful cancer resources – The app brings together practical information and support services relating to areas such as treatment, family life and returning to work.
  • Shares real-life experiences – Users can access personal stories, podcasts and honest conversations from people affected by cancer, which can provide reassurance and a sense of community.
  • Creates a safer, more positive support environment – The app is designed specifically around cancer support rather than general social media, helping users avoid some of the negativity and overwhelming information they may encounter online
This product was piloted at the following healthcare locations:

Focus: Self-Management