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Feeling overwhelmed in the face of a diagnosis? We’re here for you.

I’ve been diagnosed with breast cancer

We know you didn’t sign up to be in this club, but you’re not alone.

To say breast cancer is challenging is an understatement. From being forced to make life-changing decisions with little time to think to managing a rollercoaster of emotions and everything in between, it’s a lot. We get it, and we’re here to connect you with other people going through similar experiences and share support and resources tailored to your needs.

Our Support Programs

It all starts with support and healing. This is at the centre of everything we do at Rethink.

The Rethink Network

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

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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

Your trusted support guides. 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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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.

12 Things I Would Tell Anyone Recently Diagnosed With Breast Cancer

Aya, Rethink Key Collaborator, shares 12 pieces of her best advice to those who are newly-diagnosed with breast cancer. With the understanding that everyone’s experience is different, the hope is this list will help you feel less alone and equipped with tips to navigate your diagnosis.

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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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BEFORE Fertility Decision Aid

This oncofertility decision aid aims to provide young people breast cancer information on their available fertility options prior to treatment and assist them in making fertility-related decisions that align with their values.

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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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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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See all our resources

View all our resource offerings, both digital and print.

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Stories from others in the 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!

Want to get involved?

No pressure here, but in our experience, it’s common for people navigating breast cancer to feel inspired and empowered to take action. It can be healing and therapeutic in it’s own way. We’re a patient advocacy organization, we get that. Here are some ways you can start:

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Learn more about Rethink

Rethink Breast Cancer is a registered Canadian charity based in Toronto with over 25 years of experience driving education, support and advocacy for younger women affected by breast cancer. 

 

As a digital-first organization connecting a global community of more than 80K, Rethink is known for its bold, culture-shaping approach to challenging the status quo and closing gaps in care.