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Why Healing After Breast Cancer Isn’t Always Simple

May 27, 2026

Breast cancer can bring grief, identity loss, and emotional overwhelm. Learn how support and community can help you heal after diagnosis.

How Mastectomy Boutique Fittings Work (And What Insurance Covers)

July 29, 2025

By Grace Rush, Certified Mastectomy Fitter The Pink Ribbon Boutique in Richmond, VA, specializes in helping individuals feel comfortable and supported after breast surgery by providing post-mastectomy bras, prostheses, and compression garments — all in a compassionate and welcoming environment. If you’ve never visited a mastectomy boutique before, you might be wondering: What happens during…
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Resource Coordination Spotlight: Triage Cancer

April 7, 2025

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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Navigating Breast Cancer in the Black Community

February 21, 2024

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.

Beyond the Poverty Line: How VBCF Helps ALICE Families

June 14, 2023

Explore how the Virginia Breast Cancer Foundation is assisting ALICE (Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed) families in their fight against breast cancer. Learn about the inadequacies of the traditional poverty line and how VBCF’s approach takes a more comprehensive look at the modern socio-economic landscape to better serve those in need.

Tackling Financial Hurdles: A Guide For Breast Cancer Patients

May 4, 2023

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.

Funds Now Available for Breast Cancer Screening and Diagnostic Services in Southwest Virginia

March 8, 2023

We are pleased to announce that funds are now available to provide breast cancer screening and diagnostic services to uninsured and underinsured individuals in Southwest Virginia. VBCF has committed $190,000 for 2023 with partners in Abingdon (Ballad Health), Lynchburg (Centra Health), Roanoke/NRV, and Southside (Carilion Clinic). Thanks to the generosity of our donors, VBCF’s Screening…
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A Quick Guide for Busy Caregivers

February 16, 2022

When caring for someone with breast cancer, “busy” can be an understatement. Each caregiver’s situation is unique to them, but it’s more common than not to feel stressed, scared, and generally overwhelmed with balancing the unique challenges of it all. Know that you are not alone in this! We’ve put together a guide for our top four most requested resources from caregivers throughout Virginia.

Category: Resources

Why Healing After Breast Cancer Isn’t Always Simple

How Mastectomy Boutique Fittings Work (And What Insurance Covers)

Resource Coordination Spotlight: Triage Cancer

Navigating Breast Cancer in the Black Community

Beyond the Poverty Line: How VBCF Helps ALICE Families

Tackling Financial Hurdles: A Guide For Breast Cancer Patients

Funds Now Available for Breast Cancer Screening and Diagnostic Services in Southwest Virginia

A Quick Guide for Busy Caregivers

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