Breast Cancer Support Group Resources
| American Cancer Society (ACS) |
Spokane, Washington Office
1403 W 3rd
Spokane WA 99204
509-455-3990
800-537-7710 |
Boise, Idaho Office
2676 Vista Avenue
Boise ID 83705
800-632-5934 |
Northern Idaho Office
1213 Adeline Ave
Coeur d'Alene ID 83814
208-667-9749
208-343-4609 |
ACS "Early Support" Program
Allows a one-on-one visit with a trained volunteer breast cancer survivor to learn about options when faced with the diagnosis of breast cancer. A free service.
Contact Rene Finney, 208-882-9035
ACS "Reach to Recovery" Program
Provides information and support to women by someone who has been through the breast cancer experience herself. The patient, her doctor, her family or friends may request a visit at any point in the breast cancer experience. A free service.
Contact Rene Finney, 208-882-9035
ACS "Look Good, Feel Better" Program
Helps women learn to overcome the appearance-related side-effects associated with cancer treatment. Assistance is provided with wigs and makeup. A free service.
Mane Production
106 NW Stadium Way
Pullman WA 99163
509-332-8783
Wigs and makeup.
Hair Etc. On Campus
University of Idaho Student Union Building
Moscow ID 83843
208-882-1212
Wigs only.
Breast Cancer Support Online Resources
Cancer Survivor Toolbox
Free self-learning audio tapes and resource guide. Call toll-free to order 1-877-622-7937 http://www.canceradvocacy.org/
Cancer Care, Inc.
Social work professionals who offer telephone support, service, education, referrals and financial assistance. 1-800-813-HOPE (4673).
http://www.cancercare.org/
National Alliance of Breast Cancer Organizations (NABCO)
A national central clearinghouse of information regarding the risk of developing breast cancer, its detection and treatment. NABCO offers information about risk assessment and counseling programs as well as current treatment options and new research. 1-800-719-9154
http://www.nabco.org/
American Association of Naturopathic Physicians
For women interested in naturopathic information. Call 703-610-9005 for help finding holistic healthcare providers in your area.
http://www.naturopathic.org/
