The goal of our Buddy program is to connect someone who is newly diagnosed or facing a treatment decision with an experienced survivor who is willing to share their personal experiences.
One of our longest running programs, Buddies are an invaluable resource to clients as someone who has 'been there' and can share their personal experience and unique perspective.
Our Buddies provide:
- One-on-one support (this could be in-person, over the phone, or even via email)
- An opportunity for clients to talk with someone who has “been there"
- Their personal perspective on a wide range of subjects, such as coping with side effects, discussing reconstruction, or what it was like to have young children during treatment.
Volunteering as a Buddy is a great way to give back that doesn’t require a large time commitment.
Boutique volunteers create a welcoming and supportive experience for clients accessing BACC's Boutique services. Volunteers interact directly with clients to help them find wigs, garments, and other resources that best meet their needs. Volunteers also help maintain and organize Boutique resources, restock inventory, care for wigs and garments, and assist with other projects as needed.
Community Engagement Volunteers represent BACC at community events and help connect community members with information about BACC's programs and services. Volunteers encourage attendees to learn more about BACC, answer questions, and help create awareness of the programs and services BACC provides to anyone affected by breast and ovarian cancer.
Program support volunteers interact with clients to create a warm and welcoming environment in the BACC office. Volunteers in this role help set up and tear down in person events, welcome clients, and keep clients connected to programs, events, and services offered at BACC.
Administrative support is vital to the overall success of BACC. With the help of our wonderful volunteers, BACC is able to continue its mission of supporting anyone affected by breast or ovarian cancer with personalized services that inform and empower.
