COMPANION/ADVOCATES for Breast Cancer-Related Medical Visits: Companion/Advocates are Breast Cancer Survivors trained to accompany newly diagnosed patients or those facing a possible diagnosis to their medical appointments. A trained Companion Advocate is there for support, to ensure that important questions get asked and are answered, as a resource to verify exactly what was discussed at the visit, and to share their experience as Survivors.                      ALL INFORMATION IS STRICTLY CONFIDENTIAL                      NO MEDICAL ADVICE IS GIVEN AT ANY TIME.                     CALL US IF YOU NEED US TO ACCOMPANY YOU ON A VISIT CAMP LIGHTHEART: A free sleepover camp for children from 8-15 who have a parent with breast cancer. August 26-August 29th, 2008 at Omega Institute in Rhinebeck NY. TELEPHONE AND E-MAIL CONSULTATIONS: A reliable resource for confidential answers to questions and for referrals for additional information or services. BREAST CANCER FORUMS: Informational seminars on breast cancer held all throughout the Hudson Valley in conjunction with our legislators, hospitals, libraries and other interested groups. Survivors get a chance to ask questions on topics that may get overlooked. Some of the topics covered: Top Breast Cancer Myths, Breast Cancer & the Environment, Reducing Your Risk of Recurrence, Effective Treatment Options, What is a Healthy Diet?, Your Rights as a Patient, Companion/Advocate Program.  HEALTHY LIFESTYLES SUPPORT SERIES: "The series looks at the ways we can make small and easy changes in our daily lives for optimum health. Topics covered are: Making Informed Decisions About Complementary/ Alternative Approaches; What to Eat & Why- An in-depth discussion food as medicine; Imagery & Healing; Risk Reduction Strategies. Looking at the evidence pointing to the benefits of "anti cancer" diets, exercise, managing stress, and removing harmful chemicals from the environment. We are often left on our own to put together a healthier way of living after a cancer diagnosis. Very often there is increased anxiety after conventional treatments are completed and we are at a loss at what to do to keep ourselves healthy. We return to high stress lives giving little thought to exercise, good nutrition, and risk reduction.     REFERRALS FOR FINANCIAL AND LEGAL PROBLEMS: Call for our pocket resource guide. COMPLEMENTARY MEDICINE CONFERENCE: see conference page   PEER-TO-PEER MENTORING: Call 845-339-HOPE if you are interested in speaking with a breast cancer survivor.  We can provide resources and support for caregivers, families and spouses of women with breast cancer. DISCOUNT VITAMIN CLUB: In an effort to make supplements more affordable, BREAST CANCER OPTIONS has partnered with a large East Coast vitamin distributor. This company carries only top quality products and once you register you will receive 25% off retail price. Please register and you will be given a password and can order by phone or online.  Click here to register and buy products.  or call: (800)654-4432 Disclaimer: The information contained on this website has not been evaluated by the FDA. This information is not intended to treat, diagnose, cure or prevent any disease. All material provided on the Breast Cancer Options web site is provided for educational purposes only. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health care provider with any questions you have regarding a medical condition, and before undertaking any diet, exercise or other health program.    HOW YOU CAN HELP 1. You can send a donation to:     Breast Cancer Options     101 Hurley Ave., Suite 10, Kingston NY 12401                                   2.  Breast Cancer Options is a listed charity with IBM. If you work for IBM you can donate directly to us.                               3. Make a donation using NETWORK FOR GOOD(click below)                                          4. Donate to the UNITED WAY ALL DONATIONS ARE TAX DEDUCTIBLE AND REMAIN LOCAL TO SUPPORT OUR FREE PROGRAMS AND SERVICES.