Support for You

Breast cancer can be scary and confusing, both for those diagnosed and for their friends and family. It is 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:

Support Groups

• Support Groups facilitated by local organizations help you connect with other community members who are going through the same thing.
• Breast Cancer - Network of Strength
  800-221-2141
• Bosom Buddies
  602-231-6648
• CHAI Circle (cancer, healing & inspiration for women in the Jewish Community)
  602-971-1234 ext. 280
• The Wellness Community
  602-712-1006
• Young Survival Coalition - PHOENIX
  866-541-1972 
  yscphoenix@youngsurvival.org
  youngsurvival.org/phoenix
  facebook.com/yscphoenix
  

Breast Care Helpline

• 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.

Co-Survivor Resources

• 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.

Clinical Trials

• BreastCancerTrials.org was developed specifically for women and men interested in breast cancer trials and is a non-profit service that is dedicated to providing accurate information about breast cancer clinical trials.
• Virginia G. Piper Cancer Center seeks breast cancer patients whose cancer progressed through multiple treatments for molecular profiling. Full Details
• Clinical trial underway at Scottsdale Healthcare seeks way to reverse muscle atrophy in cancer patients. Full Details

Financial Resources

• Did you know that there are many financial resources that can help people living with breast cancer? Find out more.