Community Corner
LI's Lucia's Angels Committed To Helping Women With Late-Stage Cancers
"It was Lucia's wish that other women and their families could have that same kind of love and support through their toughest times."
SOUTHAMPTON, NY — Local charities are the unsung heroes of our communities. Nonprofit and not-for-profit organizations strive to create lasting change and positively impact the lives of those around them.
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What is your name?
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What is the name of your charity?
Lucia's Angels
What is your position within your charity?
President
What community is your organization based in?
Southampton, NY
Link to your website
What is your mission?
Lucia's Angels is a foundation committed to helping women and families on Eastern Long Island with late-stage women’s cancers including breast cancer, ovarian cancer, cervical cancer and uterine cancer.
The foundation was created in loving memory of Lucia Terzi Bagan. Lucia was a very giving person — not only of the material sense, but also of herself and her heart. It's no wonder she had so many friends and family surrounding her in her final days. It was Lucia's wish that other women and their families could have that same kind of love and support through their toughest times.
What does your charity do to further its mission? Please list examples.
Lucia’s Angels has provided help and funding for: gasoline gift cards, grocery gift cards, heating bills, dental work, housecleaning, rent, eyeglasses, food trains, babysitting, heating bills, health insurance premiums, automobile repair, ambulatory trips, therapeutic massage, transportation, salon services and wigs. From special wishes like one more trip to the beach, to providing extra child-care, to the holding of a hand, Lucia's spirit and Angels will be there.
What inspired you to start your charity?
My best friend, Lucia Terzi Bagan passed from an aggressive form of breast cancer. My friends and I were with Lucia 24/7 and supported her and her family until she passed. It was her wish that other women and families could have the same kind of care.
How can people help you accomplish your organization's mission or get involved in events?
We have monthly meetings that are open to the public. Please email susie@luciasangels.org or call 631-204-9331 to inquire about time and place.
What is the most memorable moment you've had since starting your organization?
Attending a burial ceremony at the Shinnecock Indian Nation's cemetery for a breast cancer patient that we supported.
What are your organization's social media pages or handles?
https://www.instagram.com/luci...
https://www.facebook.com/Lucia...
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