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Products include lingerie, workout wear, swimsuits, wigs, breast forms and accessories. Call for a catalog of products. |
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BREAST CANCER RESOURCE CENTER OF THE PRINCETON YMCA |
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Offers free wigs and prostheses to women in financial need nationwide. Shipping must be prepaid. Paul Robeson Place, NJ 08540 |
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Offers fiber filled and silicone breast forms as well as post-mastectomy lingerie and bathing suits. |
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CANCER CARE THRIFT SHOP
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1480 Third Avenue
(btwn.83rd and 84th Streets)
New York, NY 10028This is a resale shop - donations are tax-deductible and
pick-up can be arranged. |
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EDITH IMRE FOUNDATION FOR LOSS OF HAIR |
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Provides counseling and support as well as a selection of appropriate wigs. Patients can request financial assistance through their
physicians. 30 West 57th Street, New York, NY 10019. |
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EXTERNAL RECONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY, INC. |
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Offers a non-surgical alternative which copies the shape, size, and color of a woman's natural breast to make a form that conforms
precisely to the contours of her chest. No special bras required. |
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This boutique carries a wide range of breast prostheses, and all bras to support them. Frishman's offers post-mastectomy fittings
and takes phone orders. Medicare, Medicaid and private insurance are all accepted. They are located in the Bronx (New York). |
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Offers a full line of prostheses, bras, camisoles, breast equalizers, lymphedema sleeves and other products. Assists with
insurance. |
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This line of headwear includes hats, hairwear and headbands in a variety of types and styles. Call for more information or a
catalog. |
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This is a post-breast surgery boutique. Medicare is accepted, and a newsletter is published. Features "Softee Comfort Form"
prostheses for use immediately after breast surgery before a fitting for a permanent prosthesis and bra. |
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Wholesale manufacturer of SofteeTM Comfort Form and mastectomy lingerie. The company also offers tee shirts, ladies' boxers and
camisoles. Accepts Medicare and most private insurance. Call for the provider nearest you. |
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This is a chain of post-breast surgery stores with locations in Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Florida, and Maine. Mail orders
available for a full line of lingerie, bras, girdles, swimsuits, leisure wear and prostheses. Medicare accepted in a few cases. Publishes a newsletter. |
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This is a public service program sponsored by the Cosmetic, Toiletry and Fragrance Association Foundation in partnership with the
American Cancer Society and the National Cosmetology Association. It helps women recovering from cancer, manage changes in their appearance resulting from cancer treatments. The program's print and videotape
materials are available both in English and Spanish. |
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Post-mastectomy swimwear, in five styles can be purchased through their catalog. |
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MEDICAL EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLY DEPOT |
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Offers presurgical fittings for their own "FLUFF" prosthesis and leisure bra, which can be worn immediately after surgery. |
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This is a post-surgery boutique which also takes phone orders and accepts Medicare and Medicaid. |
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POSITIVE CARE WOMEN'S SALON |
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Offers a full range of women's health products. Medicare and Medicaid-approved. Phone orders accepted. |
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This is a program of the American Cancer Society. A soft form can be sent immediately following breast surgery. Your health care
provider needs to call. In addition, trained volunteers who themselves had breast cancer may visit you and provide support and information.
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Offers a soft, stretchy cap that ties in the back for a secure fit, and is a comfortable alternative to wigs. Various prints and 60
colors available. |
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THE
CLASSY CLOSET
(resale boutique) |
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362 New York Avenue
Huntington, NY 11743This is a resale shop – donations are tax-deductible and pick-up can be arranged.
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This catalog was created by the American Cancer Society for female cancer survivors. It offers products that help women cope with
treatment. Medicare reimbursement for the products is available. Call for a copy of the catalog. |
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This is a post-breast surgery boutique which offers one-on-one cosmetic makeovers, seminars and a wig/turban/scarf gallery. Phone
orders accepted. |
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This is a retail chain that offers one-stop shopping for women following breast surgery: prostheses, lingerie, wigs and other
products and services. They are staffed with certified fitters and women's health specialists. Medicare, Medicaid and private insurance accepted. Call for the location nearest you. |
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Y-ME PROSTHESIS AND WIG BANK |
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Y-ME National Breast Cancer Organization maintains a prosthesis and wig bank for women in financial need. If the appropriate size
is available, Y-ME will mail a wig and/or breast prosthesis anywhere in the country. A nominal handling fee is requested. |
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Specializes in breast prostheses and bras for post-mastectomy patients. Located in New Jersey, it offers certified fitters and
stocks bathing suits year-round. Medicare- approved. Phone orders accepted. |
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