Peer Mentorship

Hosts multiple retreats for breast and gynecological cancer survivors, including a one-day Day of Renewal and Hope retreat featuring healing arts and educational panels with oncology and psychology professionals, a three-day retreat focused on life organization and stress reduction, and a Spa Weekend Retreat to foster emotional support and community building.

Partners with the East Hampton YMCA to deliver free or low-cost customized exercise programs for cancer survivors, led by instructors trained in cancer survivorship and rehabilitation, and offers therapeutic yoga as part of its wellness programming.

Operates the Heart & Soul Doulas of the East End program, offering compassionate end-of-life and cancer journey support including care planning, emotional support, and guided transitions for patients on the East End of Long Island.

Provides funding for essential services including rent, utilities, transportation, dental work, eyeglasses, and household support for individuals diagnosed with stage four breast or gynecological cancers, including those undergoing chemotherapy.

Operates a peer-to-peer support program that matches newly diagnosed women with breast or gynecologic cancers to trained survivors based on age, diagnosis, and cancer stage, providing emotional support, coping strategies, problem-solving guidance, and stress reduction. This service is available to women in Southampton, East Hampton, and Shelter Island on Long Island.

Provides free evening sailing excursions on the Peconic Bay to promote relaxation and emotional well-being for individuals undergoing cancer treatment, offering a non-clinical space for healing and connection.

Offers three 30-minute therapeutic massage sessions delivered by licensed therapists specializing in cancer-related care, along with reflexology treatments at The Phillips Family Cancer Center to reduce pain and anxiety for patients undergoing chemotherapy and radiation.

Recruits and organizes volunteers to support multiple fundraising events and programs, including the Pink Tree Lighting, Southamptonfest, and the 3-Day Retreat for Survivors.

Provides monetary scholarships annually to graduating high school seniors in the nine-county Hudson Valley region who have been personally or familially affected by breast cancer. IRS 990 filings confirm awards ranging from 10 to 19 recipients per year.

Provides access to massage therapy, Reiki, acupuncture, yoga, art therapy, music therapy, and exercise/dance programs to help manage side effects and support recovery for people affected by breast cancer. Has funded such services at hospitals and community centers across the Hudson Valley.

Awards grants to support programs that provide non-insured cost assistance, complementary medicine, peer-to-peer counseling, and wellness services for individuals affected by breast cancer across nine counties in the Hudson Valley. Since 2004, has donated over $4 million to such initiatives.

Connects recently diagnosed breast cancer patients with trained survivor mentors for emotional and practical support. The program is operated directly and also funded through partner organizations like Support Connection.

Hosts major recurring events including the Annual Spring Brunch, Goals for Hope Soccer Tournament, Community Walk for Breast Cancer, and Miles of Hope Day to raise funds and awareness for breast cancer support services.

Operates a Medical Gap Care Fund that covers non-insured expenses such as co-pays, medications, transportation, housing, utilities, and medical equipment for individuals undergoing breast cancer treatment in the Hudson Valley.

Conducts public health outreach through a mammogram pledge campaign using radio, social media, and digital advertising to encourage annual screenings among women in the Hudson Valley.

Offers emotional support services, facilitates connections between cancer patients and survivors with similar diagnoses, and hosts annual educational events to support patient well-being.

Offers direct financial support and resources to individuals undergoing cancer treatment who are unable to work, helping to alleviate economic hardship during medical care.

Distributes tote bags filled with educational materials and comfort items to individuals newly diagnosed with breast cancer in Western New York, assembling them approximately every 2–3 months and distributing over 150 tote bags annually.