Author: Nikki Jennings, Resource Coordinator

Resource Coordination Spotlight: Triage Cancer

By Nikki Jennings, Resource Coordinator A key part of the Virginia Breast Cancer Foundation’s Resource Coordination Program is staying connected with leading cancer support organizations. These partnerships help us share the latest tools and information to support you along your breast cancer journey.  These wonderful community connections continue to help us create a resource hub…
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A Quick Guide to Navigating Cancer & Housing Challenges 

Are you or a loved one struggling with housing costs during or after cancer treatment? You are not alone. We understand the significant challenges that this journey can bring with it, especially when it comes to finances and staying on top of rent or mortgage, even if you are still able to keep working. Although…
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Pride Month Spotlight: Inclusive Breast Cancer Care for LGBTQ+ Community

VBCF supports LGBTQ+ breast cancer patients with updated resources, key insights from the ACS study, and celebrates inclusive care leaders. Join us in honoring Pride Month.

Community Connections: VBCF’s Spring Events and Volunteer Activities

From resource fairs to volunteer projects, learn how VBCF has been actively engaging with communities across Virginia to promote breast health awareness this spring.

Navigating Breast Cancer in the Black Community

Discover essential resources and organizations dedicated to supporting the Black community through the breast cancer journey. This Black History Month, learn how these groups are making a difference in education, support, and advocacy for better outcomes.

A Look Inside VBCF’s Outreach and Support

For the Virginia Breast Cancer Foundation staff, preparation around Breast Cancer Awareness Month every October begins months in advance. We make breast health education available to all walks of our community – from churches to schools, offices to community centers. Although we provide our resources and educational services year-round, our busiest time of year is…
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Every Body Is Beautiful: Physical Changes & Breast Cancer

Explore the emotional and physical changes that come with breast cancer treatment. Learn about coping strategies, hear from a survivor, and discover resources to help you feel your best during this challenging journey.

Tackling Financial Hurdles: A Guide For Breast Cancer Patients

Explore our comprehensive guide to financial resources for breast cancer patients. Discover support organizations and aid programs designed to help ease the financial burden of cancer treatment. Don’t face this struggle alone – find the resources you need today.

Celebrating Women’s History Month: A Look Back at VBCF’s Origins

If you haven’t heard by now, March is Women’s History Month! VBCF wouldn’t be here if it weren’t for five local women frustrated by the lack of support available for women with breast cancer – founders Phoebe Antrim, Judi Ellis, Patti Goodall, Sherry Kohlenberg, and Mary Jo Kahn. In this blog, we’ll honor Women’s History…
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Building Support for Breast Cancer in the Black Community

“In Unity there is Strength, In Strength there is Power, In Power there is Change.” – Karen E. Jackson, 1995. Founder & CEO of the Sisters Network, Inc. Reflecting on Black History Month this year, we can’t ignore the disparities in breast cancer outcomes facing the Black community. Despite these challenges, there is much hope.…
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