Resources
Whether you are newly diagnosed, a long time survivor, or a loved one of a survivor, these links will be helpful in your journey of healing.
The Wellness Community:
www.wellnesscommunity.orgThe Wellness Community (TWC) is a national nonprofit organization that provides support, education and hope to people with cancer and their loved ones. Through participation in professionally led support groups, educational workshops and mind/body classes utilizing the Patient Active Concept, people affected by cancer learn vital skills that enable them to regain control, reduce isolation and restore hope regardless of the stage of disease. Most importantly, TWC provides a home-like setting for people fighting cancer to connect with and learn from each other. At The Wellness Community, all programs are free of charge.
The Wellness Community of Central Arizona:
www.twccaz.org/Check out our fantastic local TWC affiliate for free workshops, support groups for survivors and care takers, etc.
Y-Me National Breast Cancer Organization:
www.y-me.org/Featuring a 24/7 Breast Cancer helpline, and The Sister Study, which is a national study to learn how environment and genes affect the chances of getting breast cancer. The goal is to enroll in the study 50,000 women whose sister had breast cancer, and who do not have breast cancer themselves
The Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation:
www.wkomen.orgRead the inspiring stories of survivors, find resources for family co-survivors or sign up for the next 3Day!
Young Survival Coalition:
www.youngsurvival.orgBreast Cancer is the leading cause of cancer death in women ages 15-54. YSC encourages young women to become advocates for their own health and become educated about breast cancer. On this website, you will find information and resources for and about young women affected by breast cancer.
