WHY SUPPORT US
The Charity provides practical and emotional, support for those going
through a breast cancer diagnosis and those affected by it, after all
you do not have to have breast cancer to be affected by it.
The patron of HER Breast Friends is the Duchess of Kent and the Charity
recently won the Kings award for volunteering. This prestigious award is
the highest award given to UK volunteer groups, being equivalent to the
MBE.
The Charity could not operate without the tremendous support of our
members and volunteers who very kindly donate their time, skills and
energies in support of local people affected by breast cancer and these
include the Board of Trustees who govern the Charity, all of whom are
members and volunteers.
Every pound received goes towards providing vital services for it's
members and breast cancer patients. We provide the local hospitals with
patient gifts packs, which give comfort for those patients going through
surgery and other treatments.
For those who are going through hair loss, HER Breast Friends provides a
fabulous Wig Bank offering not only wigs but bandanas, scarves, hats and
other accessories in a comfortable, caring, sensitive and friendly
environment.
We offer a Bra Service, which includes a measuring and fitting service.
Both these services operate on an appointment system so we can ensure
you will receive the best care and support within a private and
comfortable environment.
The logo of HER Breast friends is a butterfly, therefore our Buddleia
Complementary Therapies is aptly named, as the Buddleia bush is well
known for attracting butterflies and also for its resilience in
adversity. Our Buddleia Therapy service offer a range of complementary
and beauty therapies delivered in a safe and supportive
environment by fully qualified and insured therapists , who know how to
adapt their therapies for breast cancer patients.
Our flagship event is the annual Pink Pamper Day, a favourite among
members. It's not a day about breast cancer, it's about making the most
of life because of it. A free day of relaxing beauty and complementary
therapies, inspiring workshops for mind body and spirit.
The breast awareness talks offered by HER Breast Friends, are a very
important part of the charities volunteer work. The Breast Awareness
team will visit local communities and places of work, informing members
of the public, how to check their breasts and be fully breast aware as
well as to encourage the uptake of attending for breast screening
The HER Breast Friends Second Friends group, was formed in January, 2022
for those diagnosed with Secondary Breast Cancer and is unique to this
area. This provides much needed support for those living with an
incurable but treatable condition.
As well as all the services provided above, HER Breast Friends offers a
weekly craft club, exercise classes, monthly coffee mornings and
various other activities throughout the course of the year.
£30 could provide provide an aftercare pack for a wig.
£60 could provide funding for a member to attend the Pink Pamper Day.
Pay for the year up front when you sign up and you will receive a free Lotte the Lottery Bear! With a new top released every year, you’ll soon have enough for a picnic!