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Program Information Sheet for:
Breast Cancer Network of Strength

Location:
Breast Cancer Network of Strength
135 La Salle Street
Suite 2000
Chicago, IL 60603
Mailing Address:
ATTENTION:
Breast Cancer Network of Strength
135 La Salle Street
Suite 2000
Chicago, IL 60603

Telephone Numbers and Contact information
Phone #:( ) -
Phone #:(217) 545-7424 Springfield Office
Phone #:(312) 986-9338 Headquarters
Phone #:(800) 221-2141 English Hotline
Phone #:(800) 986-9505 Spanish Hotline
Fax Number:(312) 294-8597

Web Page:  www.networkofstrength.org
E-mail to:   None Listed

Program Details:
Operating Agency: Breast Cancer Network of Strength ()
Person In Charge: :
Hours: 24 Hour Hotline
Eligibility: men and women with breast cancer
Fees: free
Intake Process:
Program Licenses:
Staff Qualifications:
Service Area: United States
Handicap Accessibility:

Program/Service Notes:
The only hotline in the United States staffed by trained peer counselors who are breast cancer survivors. It is a convenient, anonymous resource for information about breast cancer, as well as support. Callers can be matched with a survivor, patient, and/or supporter who has had a similar experience with breast cancer. Publishes Lifeline- a national quarterly newsletter providing the latest information on issues, research and concerns surrounding breast cancer, as well as news about the Organization, including the efforts of its affiliates - and Latina News- a bilingual, quarterly newsletter distributed nationwide to address breast cancer issues, research and concerns specific to the Latino community. Provides culturally sensitive breast cancer services and resource for underserved communities, persons with limited English proficiency and minorities. Produces brochures, booklets, newsletters and videos concerning breast health and breast cancer. Wig & Prosthesis Bank - Provides products free of charge to women with limited resources.

This information was last updated on 01/12/2010


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