The more special your SURVIVOR ALERT event is, the more likely it is to attract a large audience. We suggest you choose a location that is away from the local hospital or clinic. It should be a place attractive to young adults, especially those from medically underserved backgrounds. Create a relaxed, fun and non-academic atmosphere. Have decorations and food.Here are some more suggestions to help you develop an event that will shine:

Opportunities for Fun
	Pilates or yoga
	Music with a DJ
	Mixer or other type of social activity
	Drawings & giveaways — consider one per hour, or at announced intervals
	Guest celebrity — a local athlete, comedian, musician or media person who appeals to diverse 20something’s
	Salsa lessons with a leader
	Step team performance
	Scavenger hunt
Look for unique resources within your community for other entertainment options.
Ways for Survivors to Talk with Health Professionals
	Scheduled appointments
	Open house atmosphere - informal chats
	Reception at a specific time
Suggested Topics
	Late effects
	Importance of Lifelong Follow-up
	Getting your medical records
	Counseling
	Fertility
	Scholarships
	Insurance
	Adoption
	Sexuality
	Immunology
	Survivorship success stories
	A future survivor get-together
Ways to Present Topics
	Presentations by medical professionals
	Q&A sessions with medical professionals
	Talks by survivors
	Panel discussions
	Break-out sessions
	Staffed informational booths
Other Opportunities
	Book store with survivor publications
	Unstaffed tables with information on various topics
	Small-group survivor chats
	Physical appearance session
	Art projects
Giveaways
	LIVESTRONG wristbands
	Treatment Summary Form
	Copy of Long-Term Follow-up Care Guidelines from the Children's Oncology Group to share with their primary doctor, especially if the survivor cannot go to a follow-up clinic for YAS
	Survivor publications ordered from NCI, ACS and other organizations
	5 Things You Need to Know brochure
	Raffle prizes