You don’t have to navigate this journey alone.
Whether you have recently been diagnosed, are undergoing treatment, are a breast cancer survivor, or are supporting someone you love, resources are available to help. We’ve gathered trusted organizations and information to help you find support throughout the journey.
Find the Support You Need
Explore the resources below to find trusted information, practical assistance, and programs that can provide support throughout your journey..
Breast Cancer Information & Screening
Learn about breast cancer, early detection, screening, signs and symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options through trusted resources.
Financial & Practical Assistance
Find resources that may help with treatment-related expenses, transportation, medications, food, lodging, utilities, and other everyday needs.
Survivor & Family Support
Connect with resources for those in treatment, survivors, caregivers, and families, including emotional support, support groups, wellness programs, and opportunities to connect with others.
Wigs, Prostheses & Mastectomy Support
Find resources for wigs and head coverings, mastectomy bras, breast prostheses, post-surgical garments, and other products and services that may provide comfort and confidence during and after treatment.
Mississippi & Local Resources
Find Mississippi-based programs, organizations, screening services, support groups, transportation assistance, and other resources available in your community.
Life After Treatment
Find resources to support life after breast cancer treatment, including survivorship care, emotional wellness, healthy living, managing long-term effects, and adjusting to life after treatment.
Breast Cancer Information & Screening
Knowledge can be an important first step. Explore trusted information about breast cancer, signs and symptoms, screening, mammograms, diagnosis, and treatment to help you make informed decisions about your health.
Signs & Symptoms
Learn about possible signs and symptoms of breast cancer and when to talk with a healthcare provider.
Screening & Mammograms
Learn about breast cancer screening, mammograms, what screening can detect, and questions to discuss with your healthcare provider.
Understanding Breast Cancer
Learn about breast cancer types, risk factors, diagnosis, stages, treatment options, and other important information.
Find Mammography Care
Search for an FDA-certified mammography facility near you that meets federal mammography quality standards.
Financial & Practical Assistance
Support for everyday needs can make a difference. Explore trusted resources that may help with treatment-related expenses, transportation, medications, food, lodging, utilities, and other practical needs during and after breast cancer treatment.
Financial Assistance
Find programs that may help with treatment-related costs, medications, insurance concerns, and other financial challenges related to cancer care.
Transportation Assistance
Find transportation resources that may help with rides to cancer treatment and other cancer-related medical appointments.
Lodging Assistance
Find lodging resources for people who need to travel away from home for cancer treatment, including free or reduced-cost lodging options.
Everyday Needs
Find resources that may help with food, household expenses, utilities, child care, home care, and other everyday needs during cancer treatment.
Survivor & Family Support
Support can make the journey feel less overwhelming. Explore trusted resources for survivors, people in treatment, caregivers, and families, including emotional support, peer connections, support groups, and programs designed to help you navigate life during and after breast cancer.
Support Groups & Peer Connection
Connect with others who understand the cancer journey through support groups, peer-to-peer programs, and opportunities to share experiences and encouragement.
Emotional & Mental Wellness
Find emotional support and resources to help cope with stress, anxiety, fear, and other feelings that may come with breast cancer and survivorship.
Caregiver & Family Support
Find information and support for family members and caregivers, including coping with caregiving responsibilities, managing stress, asking for help, and caring for yourself while supporting someone with cancer.
Support for Children & Families
Find resources to help children and families understand and cope with a loved one’s cancer diagnosis, treatment, and the changes cancer may bring to family life.
Wigs, Prostheses & Mastectomy Support
Feeling comfortable and confident matters during recovery. Explore resources for wigs and head coverings, mastectomy bras, breast prostheses, surgical bras,, and other products and services that may help during and after breast cancer treatment.
Wigs & Head Coverings
Find helpful information about choosing and wearing wigs, scarves, hats, and other head coverings for hair loss during cancer treatment.
Breast Prostheses & Mastectomy Bras
Learn about breast forms, mastectomy bras, fitting options, and choices available after breast surgery for those who choose not to have reconstruction or who may need a temporary option.
Surgical Bras
Learn about surgical bras designed to provide support and comfort during recovery after breast surgery,
Certified Mastectomy Fitters
Learn about trained professionals who can help with proper fitting of breast prostheses, mastectomy bras, and other post-mastectomy products.
Mississippi & Local Resources
Help may be closer than you think. Explore Mississippi-based programs and local resources that may provide breast cancer screening, support services, transportation, financial assistance, and connections to care in communities across the state.
Breast Cancer Screening
Find information about breast cancer screening and programs that may help eligible Mississippi women access mammograms and diagnostic services.
Cancer Support & Resource Navigation
Connect with trained specialists who can help Mississippi patients and families locate cancer support programs, financial resources, lodging, emotional support, and other services based on their individual needs.
Transportation Assistance
Find transportation resources that may help Mississippi residents get to and from cancer-related medical appointments and treatment.
Find Cancer Care in Mississippi
Find cancer treatment centers and healthcare providers in Mississippi and surrounding communities to help you connect with care closer to home.
Life After Treatment
Moving forward after treatment brings a new set of needs. Explore trusted resources to help with survivorship, follow-up care, long-term side effects, emotional well-being, and adjusting to life after breast cancer treatment.
Survivorship & Follow-Up Care
Learn what to expect after breast cancer treatment, including follow-up appointments, ongoing screenings, survivorship care plans, and important health concerns to discuss with your healthcare team.
Managing Long-Term Side Effects
Learn about side effects that may continue or develop after cancer treatment, including fatigue, lymphedema, memory changes, bone health concerns, and other long-term or late effects.
Emotional Wellness After Treatment
Find guidance for coping with emotions that may continue after treatment, including fear of recurrence, stress, anxiety, and adjusting to life as a cancer survivor.
Living Well After Breast Cancer
Explore guidance on nutrition, physical activity, maintaining a healthy lifestyle, and caring for your overall well-being as you move forward after breast cancer treatment.
Resource Disclaimer
The information and resources provided by Life After the Ribbon Foundation are for educational and informational purposes only and are not a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Links to outside organizations are provided as helpful resources and do not imply endorsement, partnership, or affiliation. Availability, eligibility, and services may vary. Please contact the organization directly for the most current information.