Other Komen Aspen Sources of Information in Colorado
Colorado Breast Cancer Resources Directory
Published by Day of Caring for Breast Cancer Awareness, the Directory provides breast cancer-related information on support groups, resources, organizations, books, product suppliers and so forth. The Directory is available in both English and Spanish.
Website: breastcancercolorado.org
Cancer League of Colorado, Inc.
Cancer League of Colorado is an all-volunteer 501(c)(3) organization that raises money to fund early-stage cancer research in Colorado and to support local service organizations. Research funds are allocated based upon the advice of a Scientific Advisory Committee. Funds are raised from an annual golf tournament, gift wrapping at Park Meadows Shopping Center and a Spring Benefit. We also maintain a Memorial Garden at the Anschutz Cancer Pavilion on the Fitzsimons Campus in Aurora, Colorado
Website: cancerleague.org
Contact Person: David Weisberg, President david.weisberg@eareport.com
303.770.1728
Colorado Organization for Latina Opportunity and Reproductive Rights (COLOR)
COLOR provides advocacy, education and works on public policy issues for Latinas in the areas of HIV/AIDS, Sexually Transmitted Diseases, Breast and Cervical Cancer, Sexuality Education and Family Planning and Contraception. We also provide technical assistance to health care providers about the importance of using cultural proficient practices in the delivery of health care to Latinas.
Website: colorlatina.org
Contact Person: Melanie Herrera Bortz info@colorlatina.org
303.393.0382
Diana Price-Fish Cancer Foundation
The mission of the Diana Price-Fish Cancer Foundation is "helping adult cancer patients enjoy life." We provide the opportunity for adults with cancer and their loved ones to participate in the social, cultural and recreational activities of their choosing. In order to enroll in our program, one must be 18 years of age or older, actively dealing with cancer, and living or being treated in the state of Colorado.
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Website: dpfcf.org
Contact Person: Danni Lederman, Executive Director dlederman@dpfcf.org
P.O. Box 22919
Denver, CO 80222
303.639.9110
Healthlinks Clinic
Healthlinks is a non-profit clinical center which is affiliated with the Universtiy of Colorado in Boulder. We specialize in medically supervised exercise prescription and programs for cancer survivors, lymphedema therapy and cancer rehabilitation. Physical fitness and exercise are vital components of cancer recovery and well-being. Exercise improves tolerance to treatment and cardiovascular and skeletal health. Exercise can reduce the risk of primary cancer and cancer recurrence. Additional services include nutritional assessment and counseling, cancer risk evaluation including genetic testing, and medical oncology second opinions.
Website: HealthlinksClinic.com
Contact Person: Trudy Turvey Trudy.Turvey@Colorado.edu
303.735.0825
Rocky Mountain Team Survivor
Rocky Mountain Team Survivor is a non-profit organization for women cancer survivors in Colorado. All breast cancer survivors are welcome to join us for physical fitness, support, and FUN! We promote a healthy active lifestyle, and provide numerous activities such as hiking, biking, walking, weight training, snow shoeing, swimming, fishing, and triathlon training and participation. Membership is free and all activities are free or low cost. A quarterly newsletter is included.
Website: rockymtn-teamsurvivor.org
Contact Information: Fran Mason MD, Board President rmts@attbi.com
303.247.1212
4981 Valhalla Drive
Boulder, CO 80301
Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment—Colorado Women’s Cancer Control Initiative (CWCCI)
• Free breast and cervical cancer screening for eligible women
• Public education and outreach
• Health care provider education
Website: cdphe.state.co.us/pp/cwcci/index.html
4300 Cherry Creek Drive South
Denver, CO 80222-1530,
800.692.2600
303.692.2600
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