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It all starts with healing

Support and healing are at the centre of everything we do at Rethink.

Our Support Programs

We have several support programs tailored to the different needs of the breast cancer community, from peer support to professional psychosocial support.

Virtual Support Groups

Accessible psychosocial support in a group therapy setting facilitated and moderated by our team of social workers and therapists.

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Mentoring Matters

A peer support program where you can share and discuss your experiences with trained mentors who are also members of the breast cancer community and have been in your shoes before.

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The Healing Collective

To meet the increasing demand for accessible psychosocial support, four professionally trained and trusted social workers and psychotherapists have joined the Rethink team as our founding members of the Healing Collective.

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The Healing Collective

Find Community

We’re here to connect you with other women going through similar experiences and share support and resources tailored to your needs.

The Rethink Network

A peer support tool in a safe, private digital space to ask questions, get advice and connect with younger women in the breast cancer community who get what you’re going through.

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Local Meetups

Want to hang with other people who get it? Rethink Local Meetups are hosted by breast cancer community members in different cities across Canada. Come as you are and be prepared for good vibes.

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All things happening at Rethink

While most of our offerings are virtual, we strongly believe in the power of community coming together in-person. There’s nothing like being in a room full of others who get exactly what you’re going through, no need for explanations. We host several in-person events throughout the year. We hope to see you there.

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Our Resources

In addition to our other support offerings, we have been building a collection of print and digital resources to help you navigate specific topics and aspects of breast cancer.

Care Priorities

Our recommendations on the kind of information and support you should be given access to as a younger woman with breast cancer. We cover 10 key issues to discuss with your healthcare team.

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Talking to Kids About Breast Cancer

Full of great tips, this guide will help you navigate some of the obstacles you might run into when speaking to your children about your diagnosis.

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Rethinking Palliative Care

Accessing palliative care early has been shown to improve outcomes for those diagnosed with MBC. The way palliative care has been discussed over the past several decades has caused a lot of misconceptions and confusion. This resource helps straighten out it’s reputation by rethinking palliative care.

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Baby Formula Grant

This grant is designed to support the feeding experience of those who are unable to breastfeed due to breast cancer or the risk of breast cancer.

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How to Feel Like an Active Partner in Your Care

There can often be a power imbalance present between health care teams (specifically physicians) and patients. You deserve to be an active partner in your care. This resource provides practical tips that can help you do just that.

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Want to read stories from others in the breast cancer community?

We know everyone navigates their diagnosis differently. For some, it’s helpful to read stories from others who are navigating breast cancer too. Click the button below to see the collection of stories on our blog. If that doesn’t resonate right now, keep on scrolling!

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