ABOUT BCA
Breast Cancer Action/Sensibilisation au cancer du sein is
a survivor-directed, voluntary organization founded in 1992
by a group of women who knew first hand what breast cancer
diagnosis meant to patients and their families. Breast Cancer
Action received its charitable status in February 1993 and
is funded by private donations. We care because we've been
there.
WE FUND AN OFF-SITE SUPPORT GROUP for women living
with breast cancer.
WE FUND OUR PEER COUNSELLING PROGRAM to help those
newly diagnosed deal with the challenges of breast cancer.
WE FOSTER HEALTH PROMOTION by offering tai chi classes,
exercise classes and the Dragon Boat Program.
WE EXPAND THE SCOPE OF OUR OUTREACH EFFORTS to
welcome new programs, projects and initiatives.
WE EXPAND OUR ORGANIZATIONAL PROFILE by reaching out
to special interest groups within the community through avenues
such as our new Speakers Bureau Program.
WE EDUCATE YOUNG WOMEN about breast self examination
through the Young Women’s Breast Health Program.
WE HOST PRE-OPERATIVE SESSIONS for those about to undergo
breast surgery.
WE OFFER FREE WORKSHOPS to help minimize the risk of
developing lymphedema.
WE PROVIDE FREE ACCESS to our on-site lending library.
WE PURCHASE NEW EQUIPMENT and much needed resources
for our core programs.
WE DEVELOP NEW EDUCATIONAL MATERIALS to share with our
community and our breast health partners.
WE OPERATE A POST-DIAGNOSIS SUPPORT AND RESOURCE
CENTER to ensure information, support and resources are
made available to those who need our assistance.
AND SO MUCH MORE!
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