Getting diagnosed with cancer can be one of the toughest things you and your family can go through. But you are not alone. There are a huge amount of places that can help you, if you knot where to look!
National Organizations and Resources
American Cancer Society national website that has a bunch of information to start with
Cancer Be Glammed Can look a bit overwhelming! Just be warned
Look Good Feel Better has tips to make you feel good about yourself through treatment and beyond
Amoena has resources for persons who are looking for post mastectomy accessories.
Pittsburgh Organizations and Resources
Cancer Bridges supports all who are diagnosed with cancer and the whole family. There are support groups, exercise and art for all… as well as just a nice get away from the daily grind with great programing!
Club Hope Foundation, like Cancer Bridges, helps to provide support for families who have been given a cancer diagnosis.
The Pink Tie Affair is a non-profit organization that assists breast cancer patients in their efforts to achieve social, emotional and physical well being.
The Glock Foundation is a great resource when it comes to breast cancer research and education. A breast cancer thriver began this foundation to be there for other women undergoing breast cancer.
Celene’s Angels is a non profit organization that helps people who have a cancer diagnosis.
Hope, Strength and Cure can help those who are living with a cancer diagnosis find skin care and more to help you feel your best!
Pink Pamper helps women who are going thru cancer to help with expenses like copays and healthy food.
K & J’s Complete Woman can also help people living with breast cancer find ways to look and feel good about themselves.
Hair Enhancements has real hair wigs!
Holistic Health for People Living with Cancer
The Society for Oncology Massage is a great resource for massage therapists who do oncology massage, as it is for anyone seeking more information on how massage can be beneficial for people who are undergoing any stage of cancer treatments, from pre to post treatment.
Want to be more active while living with a cancer diagnosis? Moving Through Cancer is a great place to start!!!! Has great information by a someone in the exercise field!
2Unstoppable is another place to find ways to move and exercise through your cancer treatments.
Looking for great skin care?? Healthy Skin by Lori is amazing, and uses products that are safe for sensitive skin that comes in being on cancer treatments!