Services and Programs Provided by the American Cancer Society and Sister Survivors

The American Cancer Society has many programs and services that are helpful for breast cancer survivors and their families:

Look Good... Feel Better:
Information and guidance to help women undergoing treatment. I've taken this class and I really enjoyed it. This class will help you understand how best to take care of your skin during chemo, how to apply makeup, care for wigs, and how to use scarves and hats. Participants are given a make up bag filled with products from beauty companies. 2 hour classes are available. You must preregister to attend class.

Annette Nielsen: 801-812-5584, Jodi Trost 801-357-8767, or Sharon Hinckley 801-493-4724.

2nd Tuesday of the month @ 6:00 pm - Central Utah Clinic, Provo
4th Monday of the month @10:00 am - American Fork Hospital
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I Can Cope:
A program that teaches patients and their loved ones how to live and cope with cancer. Classes available on the Web at www.cancer.org/ICanCope
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Reach to Recovery:
This program is for women facing breast cancer. This is an opportunity to speak with someone who has been through the breast cancer experience. To schedule a visit by phone or in person, contact Betty Memmott 801-602-7924, or Jill Pehrson 801-798-3343.
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Road to Recovery:
This is FREE service where volunteer drivers provide transportation for cancer patients to and from their scheduled medical appointments. Drivers donate their time and the use of their personal vehicles. To request transportation or become a driver, call Sharon Law @ 801-375-5952
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Bosom Buddies: (not an American Cancer Society Program)
This is the Sister Survivors' one-on-one mentoring program. Similar to Reach to Recovery, we match you up with a Breast Cancer survivor who is willing help you through your cancer journey. Call Bethanie Newby to find a mentor: 801-227-4620, or email: sistersurvivors@gmail.com
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Women's Cancer Support Groups:

Sister Survivors - Utah Valley Breast Cancer Support Group (not an American Cancer Society Program)
2nd Thursday of each month - 7:00pm - 8:30pm @ Fillmore/Spencer Law Office, 3301 N. University Ave., Provo UT (Jamestown) We would LOVE to have you join this wonderful group of women - this is for patients and survivors. We have classes, activities, and service projects.

Woman to Woman - all female cancers
1st Tuesday of the month: 6:30pm - 8:00pm @ Utah Valley Cancer Center at UVRMC
2rd Thursday of the month: 10:30am - noon @ UVRMC Northwest Plaza, Classroom 3
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Free Wigs, Hats, Scarves, and some Prosthetics:
Utah Valley Regional Medical Center - Jodi Trost 801-357-8767
Central Utah Clinic - Annette Nielsen 801-429-8066
(please call for an appointment)
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800-227-2345: Information about cancer, cancer treatment, patient and caregiver services, how to find help. 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Website: www.cancer.org for information, Cancer Survivors Network, and I Can Cope online.

I hope this information is helpful to you. The most important thing to know and understand, is that you don't have to go through cancer alone. There is LOTS of help out there. If you need anything, or would like to ask questions about any of these services, please don't hesitate to contact us here at Sister Survivors. The email is: sistersurvivors@gmail.com