Support during a diagnosis looks different for all women but having a support system that suits your needs is what matters! Below, we have compiled a list of organizations that we have found that vary on the type of support that they offer but all have the common goal of serving women and caregivers. If you have an organization that you have used or are currently using that you would like to recommend please contact us.
The Warrior Revolution
Offers women who have been affected by cancer a chance to receive wellness tips and support from fellow survivors through retreats and workshops.
The Breasties
Nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting young women affected by breast and reproductive cancers through community and friendship.
Cancer Hope Network
Offers free one-on-one support to adult cancer patients and their loved ones.
The Caringbridge
Offering free websites to keep friends and family updated on your or a loved one’s journey.
I Had Cancer
A powerful platform that connects the stories and support of those who have experienced a similar cancer.
Living Beyond Breast Cancer
Living Beyond Breast Cancer offers in-person experiences and on-demand emotional, practical and evidence-based content that is meaningful to those newly diagnosed, in-treatment, post-treatment and living with metastatic disease.
The National Breast Cancer Foundation
Providing help and inspiring hope to those affected by breast cancer through early detection, education, and support services.
For Local Massachusetts Residents
Pink Revolution
Pink Revolution is an alliance of dedicated individuals banding together with a commitment to institute fundamental change in the lives of those touched by breast cancer – during and after treatment.
The Breastfriends Connection
Support group started by two survivors with the focus of bringing women together to support their individual journey of diagnosis, treatment, recovery and beyond.
Pink Hippy
Holistic services and support for breast cancer patients, caregivers and families.
The 15-40 Connection
Educating and empowering people for early cancer detection.
The Healing Garden
If you have experienced cancer and have found a resource helpful, please let us know in the comments below