Breast Cancer and Survivorship Resources
The American Cancer Society
Visit: http://www.cancer.org
Information and Resources:
ACS National Cancer Society Information Center ~ Nationwide help line that operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. They are there to answer calls from cancer patients and their family and friends who have questions about cancer. Call 1-800-ACS-2345
“I Can Cope” Program ~ Educational program
for people fighting cancer, either personally or as a caregiver. Offers
peer support, coping skills and information.
“Look Good…Feel Better” Program ~ Free
service to women which teaches them beauty techniques to help them enhance
appearance and self-image through their treatment.
Reach to Recovery ~ Trained volunteers that work to support and comfort patients before, during and after breast cancer treatment.
Cancer Survivors Network ~ A free support on the web for survivors and their loved ones. A great way for connecting with other survivors and sharing personal stories and resources.
Ways to Get Involved:
Making Strides Against Breast Cancer ~ A “move-along-athon” to promote breast cancer and to raise funds for breast cancer research and programs.
Relay for Life ~ Annual overnight activity to celebrate survivorship, remembering those who lost their lives and to raise money to fight against cancer.
Additional Resources:
From the Center for Disease Control and Prevention: Find out if you are eligible for free or low-cost mammograms. Call listed number below, or visit: http://www.cdc.gov/cancer/nbccedp/
Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program
Division of Family Health Services
Florida Department of Health
4052 Bald Cypress Way, Bin #A13
Tallahassee, FL 32399–1723
(800) 451-2229
