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Breast Cancer Support Program Awarded $50,000
Joan Schaefer, RN,
women's health manager
VNA Care Network & Hospice recently received $50,000 from local organizations to help low-income women who are going through breast cancer treatment.
“There can be a lot of obstacles for breast cancer patients with limited resources. Things like getting to doctors appointments and co-payments can stand in the way of a woman’s recovery,” said Joan Schaefer, RN, women’s health manager.
Established in 2000, the Breast Cancer Treatment Support Program gives financial stipends to breast cancer patients living in Massachusetts. Participants decide how the money will best support their treatment and recovery. Medications, co-payments, transportation, wigs, and groceries often top the list.
Women have access to additional resources through the program. A nurse case manager offers guidance on medical issues and links women to support groups and other community resources. A client navigator reduces barriers to completing treatment by arranging such things as interpreter services and transportation.
The continued work of the Breast Cancer Treatment Support Program is made possible by a $40,000 grant from the Massachusetts Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure and a $10,000 grant from the North Shore Community Health Network.
“We’re making a difference in women’s lives every day thanks to the generosity of these two organizations,” said Schaefer. “The financial, medical, and practical resources help women regain hope and focus on recovering from breast cancer.”
For more information about the Breast Cancer Treatment Support Program, contact Joan Schaefer at 888-663-3688, ext. 1264 or jschaefer@vnacarenetwork.org.
Posted: May 17, 2011