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Support for IISD employees who are cancer survivors, currently in treatment, caregivers, or grieving a loss.

Meeting Schedule

Hybrid - In Person @ MAHI and Virtual - (5:15 PM – 6:15 PM)
- September 25
- November 11
- Two additional spring dates TBD

Spring Workshop Date

TBD

Meeting Topics

Navigating Hospital Treatment
Financial Awareness and Resources
Nutrition for Cancer Wellness
Exercise and Movement for Survivors

Cancer Care and Patient Support

Hospital Resources

Baylor Scott & White – Cancer Support Services
Covers patient navigation, mental health, spiritual care, genetic counseling, and more.
MD Anderson – Cancer Network
Includes support groups, patient advocacy, online tools, social work, and more.
Medical City Healthcare – Cancer Support

Features support groups, oncology nurse navigation, and survivors’ resources hub.

Parkland Health – Cancer Resource Center & Support Services

Provides program guidance, support groups, community resources and more

Southwest Medical Center

Offers support services to patients and caregivers beyond just the medical treatment.

UT Southwest Medical Center (Texas Oncology – Southwest Fort Worth)

Offers support services to patients and caregivers beyond just the medical treatment.

Community & Service Organizations

Key Services and Resources

American Cancer Society
- Information & Guidance
  - Trusted cancer education, treatment information, and prevention resources available online and through their 24/7 helpline (1-800-227-2345).
- Patient Services
  - Free or low-cost programs such as rides to treatment (Road to Recovery), lodging near hospitals (Hope Lodge), and help navigating treatment options.
- Support Programs
  - Emotional support groups, survivorship programs, and caregiver resources.
- Financial & Practical Assistance
  - Guidance on insurance, workplace rights, and help finding community resources.
- Research & Advocacy
  - Funding cancer research and promoting policies to improve access to care.

Cancer Support Community North Texas (CSCNT) offers various support groups for individuals at different stages of their cancer journey, as well as for caregivers.
- Individual Counseling:
  - Licensed mental health professionals provide free short-term individual counseling, either in-person or virtually, to help with problem-solving, empowerment, and navigating the challenges of cancer.
- Healthy Lifestyle Classes:
  - These programs focus on wellness and well-being for individuals affected by cancer.
- Educational Presentations:
  - Presentations on various cancer-related topics.
- Noogieland:
  - This program offers specialized support for children and teens who have a loved one with cancer, have cancer themselves, or have experienced a loss due to cancer.
- Caregiver Support Groups:
  - Dedicated support groups are available for those caring for individuals with cancer.

Breast Cancer Awareness Information

Screening & Care Options in the Irving Area

Provider	What They Offer / Notes	Contact / Details
Medical City Las Colinas / Solis Mammography (Irving)	Full breast imaging (screening mammograms, 3D mammography, diagnostic mammograms, breast ultrasound, biopsies) through their partnership with Solis	Address: 6750 N MacArthur Blvd, Suite 153, Irving, TX 75039 Phone: (469) 677-3174
Medical City / Sarah Cannon / Oncology Services	Offers breast cancer screening, diagnostic services, navigation, and full breast cancer care	“askSARAH” helpline: (972) 202-8877
Texas Health / Texas Health Resources	Mammograms at Texas Health facilities, mobile screening options, early / evening / weekend availability	Check scheduling via TexasHealth.org/BreastCare
Baylor Scott & White / BSW Health	Comprehensive breast imaging & diagnostics including screening mammograms, 3D mammography, stereotactic breast biopsy, breast ultrasound, breast MRI, ultrasound-guided biopsy; high-risk breast screening programs; patient navigation support; multiple local imaging center locations in Irving & Las Colinas Baylor Scott & White Health+3Baylor Scott & White Health+3Baylor Scott & White Health+3	Main Irving Imaging Center: Baylor Scott & White Women’s Imaging Center – Irving, 2001 N MacArthur Blvd, MOB 1, Ste 250, Irving, TX 75061 Phone: (972) 990-4270 Baylor Scott & White Health Alternate local location: Women’s Imaging Center – Las Colinas, 440 W I-635, Plaza II Ste 120A, Irving, TX 75063 Phone: (972) 990-5650 Baylor Scott & White Health+1 High-Risk Screening Program: includes personalized screening, additional imaging (MRI, ultrasound) for eligible patients Baylor Scott & White Health

Free / Low-Cost Screening & Mammogram Resources

Program / Clinic	What They Offer	Notes / Contact Info
Parkland “Mammograms Save Lives”	No-cost screening mammograms for women living in Dallas County (ages 40–74, who haven’t had a mammogram in the past 12 months) Parkland Health	Call: (214) 266-3333 Parkland Health They also operate a mobile mammography van to bring screening closer to communities. Parkland Health
Proyecto VALET / VCare Clinics	Free mammograms (for women aged ~40–69)	Call VCare to see if you qualify and schedule. VCare Clinics
Moncrief Free Screenings (North / Central Texas)	Provides free mammograms for uninsured / underinsured women (ages 40–74) via stationary clinics and a mobile screening unit Moncrief Cancer Institute	Call: 800-405-7739 Moncrief Cancer Institute
HHM Health Imaging Center (Dallas)	Low-cost screening mammograms (as low as $20) for those who qualify	Address: 5750 Pineland Dr, Ste 349A, Dallas, TX 75231 Phone: (214) 221-0855 HHM Health Org.
Bridge Breast Network (Dallas area)	Serves low income, uninsured / underinsured individuals for breast health & treatment services; may help with diagnostic / screening care Texas Cancer	Contact: 214-821-3820 or toll free 877-258-1396 Texas Cancer+1