The Adelphi NY Statewide Breast Cancer Hotline & Support Program is seeking volunteers to help with fundraising, community outreach, publicity and office work, as well as answering hotline calls.
Hotline volunteers provide emotional support, information and referral services to callers with breast health concerns. Most program volunteers are women and men who have had breast cancer and are now helping others cope with the disease.
Cindy Arroyo of Rockville Centre first called the hotline when she was diagnosed in 2006. She's been a volunteer for the past six years because she wanted to "give back."
Lynbrook resident Lydia Clarke volunteered shortly after her diagnosis 12 years ago. “I have a positive outlook and feel I have a lot to share with others. I want to help others through a difficult time,” she said.
The next five-session training cycle starts Thursday, Sept. 12 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Adelphi University School of Social Work in Garden City.
Hotline services and telephone counseling are available to callers throughout New York State at 800-877-8077.
“When you’re diagnosed with breast cancer your life in every aspect changes," volunteer Catherine Olsson, an eight-year survivor, said. "The most important piece is hope—when you phone the hotline you hear a voice and you know they understand; well, I am now one of those voices.”
Call JoMarie Cook at 877-4329 for more information about the training and to schedule an appointment for an interview.
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