That Special Woman
"Specializing in a Woman's Personal Needs"
contact: Eva Ofcharsky RN BOC/ABS Certified

108 Gateway Shopping Center
Edwardsville, Pa 18704
570-288-6688

~ Breast Prothesis ~ Breast Enhancers ~ Mastectomy Bras ~ Lymphedema Garments ~ Wigs (over 200 in stock) ~ Mastectomy Swimwear ~ Hats, turbans and Scarves ~ Compression Stockings ~ Custom Garments ~ Orthopedic Supplies

Camp Bravehearts
http://www.braveheartscamp.org
Call Eva at 570-288-6688 or Karen at 570-852-3125 for more information.

Mission Statement:
Our goal is to provide women who are dealing with cancer an opportunity to share life experiences.  Through the exercise, crafts, wellness, outdoor, educational and social activities offered at Camp Bravehearts, we will provide participants an opportunity to learn new skills, increase self esteem and confidence, and help address the risks and fears that many women face during and after treatment. 

CareGivers America
Wilkes-Barre Office
1-800-354-4350

~Skilled Nursing Care ~ Light Housekeeping ~ Compainionship ~ Bathing Assistance ~ Meal Preperation ~ Errands and Shopping ~ Medication reminders ~ Handyman Services ~ Laundry Services ~ Transportation Needs ~ Pet Care ~ Medical Alert Systems

Northeast Regional Cancer Institute
63 South Franklin Street
Wilkes-Barre, Pa 18701
1-800-424-6724

The Northeast Regional Cancer Institute (NRCI) is a local, non-profit organization working to ease the burden of cancer in Northeastern Pennsylvania. Focusing on research, education & survivorship the Cancer Institute invests all of its resources in NEPA.

The primary service area for the Northeast Regional Cancer Institute includes the following Counties: Lackawanna, Luzerne, Monroe, Pike, Susquehanna, Wayne and Wyoming - with additional services in Carbon, Lehigh and Northampton.

http://www.cancernepa.org/default.asp

American Cancer Society
www.cancer.org
1-800-ACS-2345

Health Insurance Assistance ~ Road to Recovery (Free Transportation) ~ Referrals to Community Resources ~ Hope Lodge (Free overnight facility offered to cancer patients and their families needing a place to stay while recieving cancer treatment) ~ Look Good Feel Better (classes at Candy's Place) ~ I Can Cope (Free educational program for people facing cancer.. www.cancer.org/icancope. ~ Clinical Trials Matching Service ~ Cancer Survivors Network (An emotional support system accessible on the Internet created by and for cancer survivors and caregivers.. www.cancer.org/csn. ~ Man to Man (One-on-One or group support for men with prostate cancer.) ~ Tobacco Cessation ..(call 1-800-QUIT-NOW)  

PAISBC
(Pays Back)
Northeast Radiation Oncology Center (NROC)
1110 Meade St.
Dunmore, Pa

A free "one on one" program to improve quality of life and wellness for breast cancer patients and survivors.  Physical Activity Intervention fo Surviving Breast Cancer.
This program was developed specifically fo anyone who has or had breast cancer; pre-treatment, during treatment or after treatment.
Meet with a specialist to learn ways to support yourself and your body that increase your energy level, reduce pain, improve range of motion, strength and balance, and restore confidence.

About the instructor: Abby Peck
Abby Peck is an exercise specialist with an MA in Exercise and Sport Science.  She has worked for 20 years as a Coach, Teacher, Mentor and Personal Trainer.  Currently she teaches at Marywood University.
Abby has worked exstensively with breast cancer patients.  She is known for designing and implementing effective, individualized training programs for clients of all ages and fitness levels.

For an appointment call Abby Peck at 570-587-2616 or NROC 570-504-7200
abbyknick@gmail.com

Locks of Love
Hair Donation Guidelines
www.locksoflove.org

234 Southern Blvd.
West Palm Beach, Fl 33405
561-833-7332

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