Support

Fortunately, there are many resources, both local and national, available to patients and their families to help provide support after the diagnosis of cancer has been made. 

Local breast cancer groups are an essential-and growing-resource in Central Wisconsin, include the "After Reach Group", which meets at the University of Wisconsin Cancer Center in Wausau. The group meets monthly from 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. on the second Tuesday of each month. Further information is available at 715-847-2429.

Although help is always available from professionals, sometimes its just important to speak with someone who has been there like you.

Books, pamphlets and a wide array of internet sites offer volumes of information about breast cancer care and research.  Surfing the web for breast cancer information can lead to information overload, and can be overwhelming for patients.  Fortunately, selected sites have dedicated themselves to helping patients become informed.

Specialized boutiques are available in the Wausau area to assist patients with appropriate apparel after surgery and wigs for those who need them during chemotherapy.