Support for You

Breast cancer can be scary and confusing, both for those diagnosed and for their friends and family. It’s important to have a strong support network to help with the physical and emotional demands of the disease. Remember, you are not alone. There are many support services available to assist you on this journey, including:

• 1-877 GO KOMEN, a free breast care helpline offering professional support services to anyone with breast health and breast cancer concerns, including breast cancer patients and their families.
• The Co-Survivor section of Komen’s national website, where friends and family members can share tips and advice, and read personal stories from others who have been in similar situations.
• Local Genetic Counseling- Some people have a genetic change that is passed down through the family and causes an increased risk for cancer. If you are interested in your own personal risk of hereditary cancer, you can call a local genetic counselor, Whitney Cogswell, at the Medical Center of Central Georgia at (478) 633-6270 to talk about genetic counseling and testing.
• Triple Negative Breast Cancer Helpline - 1.877.880.TNBC
• CancerCare - Offers helpine (1.800.813.HOPE), financial support services, support groups, educational podcasts, and more! Vist their website
• United Way 2-1-1 - Dial 211 from a landline or direct number from your cell phone (1.866.680.8924) to speak with a referral specialist who can help you find local resources. You can also visit their website to look for local resources.
• Prescription Medication Assistance - Community Health Works' PPAP (Patient Pharmaceutical Assistance Program) is a fee-based medication assistance service. Community Health Works cooperates directly with the drug companies to help erase the burden of expensive monthly visits to the pharmacy. If you meet income guidelines and do not currently have prescription drug coverage, you may be eligible for assistance. If eligible, the CHW PPAP processing fee is $30 every 3 months (average of $10 per month). Call (478) 745-0680 for a confidential eligibility screening.