I have two client friends using this free service to update and connect with their family and friends- CaringBridge.org at http://www.caringbridge.org/ .  This website allows users to personalize their own site, add photos, have a guest book, and journal their experience all in one place.

I like the fact that I can check on how my friends are doing without having to bother them. Pass on the site link to anyone you know experiencing health challenges, they may find it very helpful.

Cheryl Chapman is a Breast Massage Specialist and Advocate. She has a great passion and dedication for providing easy breast education as well as relieving breast discomfort for women, especially women with breast cancer.

Cheryl has been a Registered Nurse since 1965. She combined her vast nursing experience with a certification in Massage Therapy in 1988. In 1999, she earned her Certification in Holistic Nursing.

Get Cheryl’s free brochure of  Ladies have you Phluffed™ Your Girls Today?http://www.cherylchapman.com/pdf/phluff.pdf

The Happy Breast Book by Cheryl Chapman, RN

This is the first book written by breasts. We are lovingly known as Gussie and Lucy or “the Girls”. We decided to place our feelings, observations, information and experiences on paper. Breast talk is long over due. There are too many unhappy breasts just hanging out with no clue about how to be happy. We are happy Girls because we are part of a wonderful woman who cares about us. We believe that education is the way to prevention and good health.

See Cheryl’s site and book information at http://www.cherylchapman.com/happbb.html

www.PortraitsAndStories.com is a photo essay project to bless cancer survivors, their families, and friends. Find inspiration and encouragement here through images and stories.

Especially for You After Breast Cancer Support Group, Caring & Sharing, I Can Cope Classes, Us Too Prostrate Cancer Support Group, Gems of Hope beading and cardmaking workshops, and What About Us?

To get this newsletter call 319 365-HOPE or 800 642-6329 or email at cbarkley@mercycare.org. The newsletter can be sent by email or by US mail.

CancerCare

1-800-813-HOPE (4673), website: www.cancercare.org
Provides free professional support services to anyone affected by cancer including counseling, education, financial assistance and practical help and are provided by trained oncology social workers free of charge

American Cancer Society

1-800-227-2345, website: www.cancer.org
Focuses on cancer research, education and advocacy; and provides patient and family support services, which vary by locality.

Gilda’s Club

1-888-445-3248, website: www.gildasclub.org
Support and networking groups, lectures, workshops and social events are available for people with all kinds and stages of cancer.

National Cancer Institute (NCI)

1-800-422-6237, website: www.cancer.gov
Information specialists can answer questions about cancer and provide materials. The NCI website provides comprehensive information on cancer prevention, diagnosis, treatment, statistics, research, clinical trials and news.

National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship

1-877-622-7937, website: www.canceradvocacy.org
Advocates for quality cancer care for all Americans and the empowerment of cancer survivors through federal policy initiatives.

Wellness Community

1-888-793-9355, website: www.thewellnesscommunity.org
Offers professionally led support groups, educational workshops and mind/body programs.

www.PaulaYoung.com Many styles of wigs and still looked great at a reasonable price. I was actually happier with my cheaper Paula Young wig over the expensive wigs in the stores, because it resembled my own hair style the best.

www.chemosavvy.com They have caps and other head coverings.

I also learned that having my hair stylist, trim and shape the wig made it look much better!

Barb Gordon from Iowa, Survivor May 2006 

www.PortraitsAndStories.com a photo essay project to bless breast cancer survivors, their family, and friends. Find inspiration and encouragement here through photographs and stories.