Supporting Breast Cancer Patients and Survivors: The Impact of Pluta and BCCR
You may have heard me mention that October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month—a time to raise awareness, offer support, and honor those impacted by breast cancer. At Mona Moon Naturals, we proudly donate a portion of our profits to the Pluta Cancer Foundation and the Breast Cancer Coalition of Rochester (BCCR), two organizations that provide critical support for patients and survivors.
Pluta Cancer Foundation: Comfort and Care for Patients
The Pluta Cancer Foundation provides support to patients at the Pluta Cancer Center by easing financial burdens and offering programs that promote overall wellness. The foundation goes above and beyond by offering integrative care and comfort to those going through the challenges of cancer treatment.
Patient Financial Assistance and Support
For many patients, the financial impact of a cancer diagnosis can be overwhelming. The Pluta Cancer Foundation offers financial assistance programs that help cover essential expenses, enabling patients to focus on their health and healing rather than on mounting bills.
Integrative Oncology for Mind and Body Wellness
Pluta’s Integrative Oncology and Wellness Center (IOWC) combines mind-body practices with traditional cancer treatments, offering free services like yoga, meditation, and nutritional guidance to patients at the Pluta Cancer Center and Wilmot Cancer Institute. Thanks to donor support, all these wellness services are provided free of charge.
Comfort Bags: A Thoughtful Collaboration
Through their comfort bags, the Pluta Cancer Foundation ensures that first-time radiation patients receive small but meaningful items to help them feel cared for. Mona Moon Naturals is honored to have our lip balm and sensitive deodorant paste included in these comfort bags—a collaboration that reflects our shared commitment to care and well-being.
In addition to lip balm and deodorant paste, Mona Moon Naturals donates a portion of proceeds to Pluta.
Breast Cancer Coalition of Rochester: Building Community & Empowering Survivors
The Breast Cancer Coalition of Rochester (BCCR) is another organization dedicated to supporting survivors of breast and gynecologic cancers. With a focus on advocacy, research, support, and education, BCCR works tirelessly to uplift survivors and improve patient outcomes throughout Central and Western New York.
Get and Give Support: Community Discussion Groups
BCCR’s professionally facilitated discussion groups provide survivors with a welcoming space to share experiences, learn from one another, and offer mutual support. Whether in-person or virtual, these groups provide survivors with:
A safe environment to expand their network
A platform to exchange resources, knowledge, and personal stories
A chance to build camaraderie through shared experiences and humor.
Healing Arts: Supporting Physical and Emotional Recovery
Through their Healing Arts Initiative, BCCR offers free classes that help survivors relax and de-stress. Participants can try practices like yoga and meditation, which promote both emotional and physical healing during and after cancer treatment.
Educational Programs for Lifelong Learning
BCCR also emphasizes education by working with oncologists and medical professionals to host seminars that keep survivors informed about the latest in breast cancer treatments, research, and self-care strategies. These sessions empower survivors to take control of their health and well-being.
To learn more about BCCR services, click here.
Mona Moon Naturals: A Commitment to Giving Back
At Mona Moon Naturals, we believe in doing more than just providing natural, non-toxic skincare products. We are deeply committed to making a positive impact in the breast cancer community, which is why we proudly donate a portion of our profits to both the Pluta Cancer Foundation and the Breast Cancer Coalition of Rochester. Through these contributions, we aim to support the incredible work both organizations do to provide comfort, care, and community to survivors.
To purchase any Mona Moon Naturals products including the lip balm and deodorant paste used in Pluta’s Comfort Bags, click here.
Empowering Breast Cancer Patients: A Call to Action
Together, Pluta Cancer Foundation and the Breast Cancer Coalition of Rochester provide crucial support, care, and resources to breast cancer patients and survivors. I encourage you to learn more about how you can make a difference. Whether you donate, volunteer, or simply spread awareness, every effort counts.
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