Living Vit Cancer is a newly formed Jewish cancer support group for those seeking help and comfort and for those interested in helping and providing comfort
Sharsheret is a national not-for-profit organization of cancer survivors dedicated to addressing the unique challenges facing young Jewish women living with breast cancer.
Sharsheret WebsiteWhat Living vit Cancer isn't . . .
Living vit Cancer strives to help many people through tough times however, Living vit Cancer:
Does not provide personal care
Does not dispense medicine or medical advice
Is not an emergency contact or lifeline
Should not be used in place/as a case manager
Does not provide financial support
Disclaimer
Volunteer
Have you survived cancer? Know someone who has? Do you have extra time and want to help others? Click here to join our volunteer force and help those living with cancer.
Volunteer training meeting!! September 2nd, 7:30 pm at the JCC.
Contact Julie Sondhelm with any questions: 251-6822 ext 6
Volunteer FormOverwhelmed?
Breast Cancer Resources
Mothers Supporting Daughters with Breast Cancer MSDBC is a national nonprofit organization that provides free support services designed to help mothers who have daughters battling breast cancer. To find out more call (410)778.1982 or visit their website.
Breast Cancer Network of Strength Breast Cancer Network of Strength, formerly known as Y-ME National Breast Cancer Organization®, provides immediate emotional relief to anyone affected by breast cancer. The mission of Breast Cancer Network of Strength is to ensure, through information, empowerment and peer support, that no one faces breast cancer alone. Visit their website here.
More Cancer Resources
LVC Calendar of Events
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Cancer Care Counseling Line Free emotional support, information and practical help for cancer patients, their families and professionals working in the cancer field. Call 800.813.HOPE or visit their website.
Well Spouse Foundation Well Spouse is a national nonprofit membership organization which gives support to wives, husbands, and partners of the chronically ill and/or disabled. Call 800.838.0879 or visit their website.
Cancer Survivors Free information, resources, and support to all cancer patients, their families, friends, and the professionals who treat them. Visit their website.
FORCE FORCE is a nonprofit organization for women with increased risk of cancer due to family history and genetic status, and for members of families in which a BRCA mutation may be present. Call (866) 288-7475 or visit their website.
Hereditary Cancer Resources
Mid-Atlantic Cancer Genetics Network Up-to-date information on cancer genetics, with a focus on breast/ovarian, colorectal and prostate cancers. To find out more call (877) 880.6188 or visit their website here.
Hereditary Colon Cancer Association (HCCA) Use their website or call them at (800) 264.6783 to find out more information about colon cancer.
The Wellness Community Provides free support and education to individuals and families affected by cancer. To find out more information call them at (317) 257.1505 or visit their website here.
National Society of Genetic Counselors You can use the resource directory to find a genetic counselor near you by either calling (312) 321.6834 or visiting their website here.