HELPFUL WEB SITES

Jean 0609
Jean 0609 Member Posts: 2,462
edited March 2014 in Breast Cancer #1
Thanks to everyone for all the useful web-sites that supply gifts & support to cancer patients. Let's share some of the ones that we have found. I can't take credit, for the following sites, however, I did find them here. If you find a new one, make sure you add it to the list. Thanks to everyone. Hugs!

www.chemoangels.net - Assigns "angels" to chemo patients.

www.heavenlyhats.org - Free hats to chemo patients

www.cancer.org - American Cancer Society, some local offices have wig closets where chemo patients can pick a wig and/or hats and scarves
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  • chenheart
    chenheart Member Posts: 5,159
    #2
    Thanks! It truly is good to
    Thanks! It truly is good to know of these generous souls who are so willing to give to others during this stressful time in so many of our lives!
  • Ritzy
    Ritzy Member Posts: 4,381 Member
    #3
    Some sites!
    I didn't take chemo, but, here are some websites that I found that might help!

    FranceLuxe.com Beautiful silk head wraps but expensive. If you are a woman or girl experiencing a loss or thinning of hair as a result of illness or treatment, they will send you a scarf in the pattern and color of your choosing. Free. Click on the "Good Wishes" logo in the upper right hand corner of the page for more information.

    OrgSites.com Wiggs for Love is a organization in memory of Mary (Spagnoli) Cron who lost her battle with breast cancer. Her family and friends have formed Wigs for Love, enabling breast cancer patients who have lost their hair due to chemo or radiation to receive a wig at no charge to them.

    TheRainbowShop.com If you're looking for a headwrap with a tie dye look, this is good option. 100% cotton and several style options.

    al-muminat.com Square cotton scarves. Small selection but good prices.

    StarScarves.com 42"x42" square. Small selection good prices.

    RadWrapz.com Solid color head wraps. only a hand full to choose from but cheap. Buy two, get one free.

    CowboyWildRags.com Generous size, square, silk scarves. Like most silk fabric, they are moderately expensive.

    Anokhiusa.com 100% cotton scarves and comes in several sizes. Decent prices for the 30"x30".


    Everyone that got a scarf thru FranceLuxe.com absolutely loved them. They were beautiful and free.

    Sue :)
  • Ritzy
    Ritzy Member Posts: 4,381 Member
    #4
    chenheart said:

    Thanks! It truly is good to
    Thanks! It truly is good to know of these generous souls who are so willing to give to others during this stressful time in so many of our lives!

    And, for those of you that sew or knit..try these
    Free Sewing, Knit and Crochet Patterns

    deofsf.com Free sewing pattern for caps provided by Design Enterprises of San Francisco.
    ProudMommy.tripod.com Free sewing pattern for a scarf called a Snood.
    BevsCountryCottage.com Free pattern for knit beanies.
    BevsCountryCottage2.com Knit cap.
    CancerCant.com Knit hat.
    Elann.com Knit hat.
    MarnieMaclean.com Knit hat.
    Berroco.com Knit cap.
    KnitList.com Loose knit cap.
    MoreHouseFarm.com Knit mushroom cap.
    MarnieMaclean.com Knit cap.
    Web.Archive.org Knit cap.
    KnitList.com Loose fitting cap.
    Smariek.BlogSpot.com
    TiaJudy.com Knit ribbed cap.
    MielkesFarm.com Crocheted hats
    YarnCat.com Crochet cap.
    ThinkingKnitter.com Knit pattern for a Do-Rag.

    Sue :)
  • heidijez
    heidijez Member Posts: 441
    #5
    Let's not forget Cleaning for a Reason
    Here's the link.

    http://www.cleaningforareason.org/

    They only take 50 applications a day, Monday through Thursday, and you have to log in at 12:00 noon, central time.,

    It took me five weeks to get through, but I had my third cleaning today. What a blessing!!!
  • carkris
    carkris Member Posts: 4,553 Member
    #6
    heidijez said:

    Let's not forget Cleaning for a Reason
    Here's the link.

    http://www.cleaningforareason.org/

    They only take 50 applications a day, Monday through Thursday, and you have to log in at 12:00 noon, central time.,

    It took me five weeks to get through, but I had my third cleaning today. What a blessing!!!

    I went to a cancer
    I went to a cancer survivorship doc today. for concerns post chemo./cancer. she gave me some websites I will post soon
  • DebbyM
    DebbyM Member Posts: 3,289 Member
    #7
    carkris said:

    I went to a cancer
    I went to a cancer survivorship doc today. for concerns post chemo./cancer. she gave me some websites I will post soon

    Really great sites that I am sure will help so many! Thanks all!
  • TraciInLA
    TraciInLA Member Posts: 1,994 Member
    #8
    Ritzy said:

    Some sites!
    I didn't take chemo, but, here are some websites that I found that might help!

    FranceLuxe.com Beautiful silk head wraps but expensive. If you are a woman or girl experiencing a loss or thinning of hair as a result of illness or treatment, they will send you a scarf in the pattern and color of your choosing. Free. Click on the "Good Wishes" logo in the upper right hand corner of the page for more information.

    OrgSites.com Wiggs for Love is a organization in memory of Mary (Spagnoli) Cron who lost her battle with breast cancer. Her family and friends have formed Wigs for Love, enabling breast cancer patients who have lost their hair due to chemo or radiation to receive a wig at no charge to them.

    TheRainbowShop.com If you're looking for a headwrap with a tie dye look, this is good option. 100% cotton and several style options.

    al-muminat.com Square cotton scarves. Small selection but good prices.

    StarScarves.com 42"x42" square. Small selection good prices.

    RadWrapz.com Solid color head wraps. only a hand full to choose from but cheap. Buy two, get one free.

    CowboyWildRags.com Generous size, square, silk scarves. Like most silk fabric, they are moderately expensive.

    Anokhiusa.com 100% cotton scarves and comes in several sizes. Decent prices for the 30"x30".


    Everyone that got a scarf thru FranceLuxe.com absolutely loved them. They were beautiful and free.

    Sue :)

    Headwrap resources
    Sue, where were you when I was doing chemo? :-) I would have put you in charge of shopping for me -- these sites are great!

    I just want to echo that I was one of many women here who ordered my free headwrap from FranceLuxe -- the company is owned and run by a kind, generous group of women who truly just want to make life a little brighter for women going through treatment.

    Awhile back, someone here also recommended the headwraps at The Hat Cottage (http://www.etsy.com/shop/thehatcottage). Just the brightest, most fun prints I've ever seen -- ALMOST makes me wish I was still bald!

    :-) Traci
  • Kimosabe
    Kimosabe Member Posts: 43
    #9
    scarves
    Try headcovers.com
    They have a large selection - so many it was hard to make choices. I got some beautiful scarves. They also have headwraps, turbans, hats, and wigs.
  • Double Whammy
    Double Whammy Member Posts: 2,832 Member
    #10
    Kimosabe said:

    scarves
    Try headcovers.com
    They have a large selection - so many it was hard to make choices. I got some beautiful scarves. They also have headwraps, turbans, hats, and wigs.

    Hats vs. wigs or both?
    I found this site the other day:
    www.hatsforyou.com

    I don't start chemo for a few weeks, and am on the fence about getting a wig. I don't think I'm going to. What have others done? How long did it take to get enough hair back that you felt comfortable with your head uncovered in public again?

    Suzanne
  • Ritzy
    Ritzy Member Posts: 4,381 Member
    #11
    TraciInLA said:

    Headwrap resources
    Sue, where were you when I was doing chemo? :-) I would have put you in charge of shopping for me -- these sites are great!

    I just want to echo that I was one of many women here who ordered my free headwrap from FranceLuxe -- the company is owned and run by a kind, generous group of women who truly just want to make life a little brighter for women going through treatment.

    Awhile back, someone here also recommended the headwraps at The Hat Cottage (http://www.etsy.com/shop/thehatcottage). Just the brightest, most fun prints I've ever seen -- ALMOST makes me wish I was still bald!

    :-) Traci

    Well Traci, I think I was
    Well Traci, I think I was around. Maybe, you just ignored me. LOL

    Glad you like the sites I posted. I hope they help someone.

    Sue :)
  • dyaneb123
    dyaneb123 Member Posts: 950
    #12
    Double Whammy said:

    Hats vs. wigs or both?
    I found this site the other day:
    www.hatsforyou.com

    I don't start chemo for a few weeks, and am on the fence about getting a wig. I don't think I'm going to. What have others done? How long did it take to get enough hair back that you felt comfortable with your head uncovered in public again?

    Suzanne

    Hey Suzanne
    I really enjoyed
    Hey Suzanne
    I really enjoyed my wigs. It's so easy to throw on your hair in the morning and go!lol!not like having to wash and blowdry and style your real hair...It took me about 8 months to get mine to a length that I'm comfortable with but I could have gone wigless sooner...I just got to like them too much and I didn't want to fool with the real stuff...As soon as you have about an inch and a half you can get it styled pretty cute....
  • Snowkitty
    Snowkitty Member Posts: 295
    #13
    dyaneb123 said:

    Hey Suzanne
    I really enjoyed
    Hey Suzanne
    I really enjoyed my wigs. It's so easy to throw on your hair in the morning and go!lol!not like having to wash and blowdry and style your real hair...It took me about 8 months to get mine to a length that I'm comfortable with but I could have gone wigless sooner...I just got to like them too much and I didn't want to fool with the real stuff...As soon as you have about an inch and a half you can get it styled pretty cute....

    I just ordered 6
    I just ordered 6 hats/turbans from headcovers.com. They really have a wide selection; can't wait till they come. Got my wig ready.

    Haven't liked my real hairstyle/color for quite a while and this is a great opportunity to try something new. Hell of a way to go about it though.
  • MyTurnNow
    MyTurnNow Member Posts: 2,686 Member
    #14
    Double Whammy said:

    Hats vs. wigs or both?
    I found this site the other day:
    www.hatsforyou.com

    I don't start chemo for a few weeks, and am on the fence about getting a wig. I don't think I'm going to. What have others done? How long did it take to get enough hair back that you felt comfortable with your head uncovered in public again?

    Suzanne

    Hi, Suzanne. I'll be the
    Hi, Suzanne. I'll be the devil's advocate here and say that I did not purchase a wig. I live in Florida and was going through chemo last year August through October. I went to a shop here that specializes in breast cancer supplies and products and actually tried on a couple of wigs. The owner ordered 2 wigs for me to try one was a Raquel Welch and another brand. When they came in, I wasn't impressed in me in a wig. So, I basically wore head wraps and ball caps. I ordered some beautiful headwraps from www.4women.com. I finished my radiation on Christmas Eve 2009 and got rid of the head coverings Mid February. Good luck to you.
  • susie09
    susie09 Member Posts: 2,930
    #15
    Ritzy said:

    Well Traci, I think I was
    Well Traci, I think I was around. Maybe, you just ignored me. LOL

    Glad you like the sites I posted. I hope they help someone.

    Sue :)

    Great post!
    I am impressed too Sue! These sites will really help so many!


    ♠♣ Susie ♠♣
  • dianebraun
    dianebraun Member Posts: 51
    #16
    free small tote bag with supplies
    www.thelydiaproject.org sent me a free tote bag with lotion, note pads, etc. My netbook fits in the bag perfectly and my hospital for chemo is wifi ready. It makes the 4 hours go by much quicker.
  • Ritzy
    Ritzy Member Posts: 4,381 Member
    #17
    dianebraun said:

    free small tote bag with supplies
    www.thelydiaproject.org sent me a free tote bag with lotion, note pads, etc. My netbook fits in the bag perfectly and my hospital for chemo is wifi ready. It makes the 4 hours go by much quicker.

    I am going to have to add
    I am going to have to add these to my list! LOL Great websites!


    Sue :)
  • sea60
    sea60 Member Posts: 2,613
    #18
    Ritzy said:

    I am going to have to add
    I am going to have to add these to my list! LOL Great websites!


    Sue :)

    Ritzy
    I just have to tell you your cat cracks me up everytime :D

    Can always use the laugh!

    Blessings to ya!

    Syl
  • Hubby
    Hubby Member Posts: 325
    #19
    tlc direct
    We just ordered hats, bangs and some other stuff from tlcdirect.org ; which is the American Cancer Society site. Similar items and prices as headcovers.com (we also ordered a couple of items from them also).

    Bob
  • Heatherbelle
    Heatherbelle Member Posts: 1,226 Member
    #20
    Double Whammy said:

    Hats vs. wigs or both?
    I found this site the other day:
    www.hatsforyou.com

    I don't start chemo for a few weeks, and am on the fence about getting a wig. I don't think I'm going to. What have others done? How long did it take to get enough hair back that you felt comfortable with your head uncovered in public again?

    Suzanne

    dont know about wigs, either..
    Hi Suzanne,
    I'm not sure about wearing a wig, either. I did get a free one last week from a great cancer program in my town, but i just don't know if i'll get much use out of it...they're hot, if they're itchy on my head now while i still have hair i can't imagine how itchy they will be on my bald head! I have been stocking up on hats & caps, i ordered a head scarf from the website posted on here that gives the free ones also. I haven't even had my surgery yet but do know that I'll start chemo about 3 weeks after it.
    :) Heather
  • Megan M
    Megan M Member Posts: 3,000
    #21
    Hubby said:

    tlc direct
    We just ordered hats, bangs and some other stuff from tlcdirect.org ; which is the American Cancer Society site. Similar items and prices as headcovers.com (we also ordered a couple of items from them also).

    Bob

    I am adding this post to my
    I am adding this post to my favorites. Lots of good sites. Thanks!

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