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Wig from American Cancer Society

Reikigemgirl
Reikigemgirl CSN Member Posts: 278
edited March 2014 in Breast Cancer #1
Hi all,

I went yesterday to the American Cancer Society in my area and they gave me a free wig to use while going through chemo. They were very nice there and had many styles to choose from. I have red hair and was able to obtain one in my color and it even has highlights. They also told me to come back when I need my prothesis and bras for them because they have both there too. I had to fill out a small form but it is not based on income, it's on diagnosis. Thought maybe this service would interest someone on this board who is in need too. They also told me about a program that I can sign up for where you get a makeover with makeup they order for you and have a class on cute ways to tie scarves, etc. So should be fun. It's in September next so not sure I'll be done with chemo by then so we will see.

I see the doctor later today or tomorrow (he is going to call and ask me to meet him at his office after surgery) to get my stitches out from my biopsy and he is going to give me more information about my kind of cancer so I'll post after that appointment.

Have a great day today girls.
Love and Light,
Vicki

Comments

  • lolad
    lolad CSN Member Posts: 670
    thank you
    for posting that about the wigs. I didnt know they had that program. Im going to have to check out my local office for one. Thanks again and good luck on your diagnosis.

    laura
  • ladybug22
    ladybug22 CSN Member Posts: 646
    hang in there clara love and
    hang in there clara love and hugs to you
  • DianeBC
    DianeBC CSN Member Posts: 3,881 Member
    Glad it worked out for you
    Glad it worked out for you Vicki.

    Yes, be sure and let us know how your appointment goes.

    Diane