Breast Health Services
Breast Cancer Survival Center
Phone Number: 203-857-7304
Website: http://www.breastcancersurvival.org/
Contact: Susan Santangelo
Description of Services:
The Breast Cancer Survival Center provides education and support for breast cancer survivors and their families.
Support Group Information:
Bi-weekly psycho-educational groups- Facilitated by a social worker, who is a survivor, participants share experiences and support while developing coping skills.
Buddy program for doctor visits/mammograms-Going back for a mammogram after being treated for breast cancer can be frightening. Survivors are accompanied by other survivor buddies when they face medical procedures.
Annual Candle lighting events- Provides an opportunity for family members and friends to express their support for a loved one, while educating the community about the prevalence of breast cancer.
