HERS Breast Cancer Foundation
Location
2500 Mowry Avenue, Suite 130 Fremont, CA 94538
United States
Active Opportunities (2)
Flexible Schedule
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Fremont, CA 94538
HERS Breast Cancer Foundation is seeking one to two volunteers to provide wig consultation and fitting services for breast cancer patients at its Fremont location. Our wig program -- "Hair With Care" -- is a unique opportunity to support breast cancer patients who have lost their hair or are anticipating hair loss due to planned treatment. The ideal volunteer will possess a current cosmetology license, have experience with wig fittings, and (most important) engage with patients in a compassionate and supportive manner. The workspace for this volunteer opportunity located at our Program Location in Fremont and was designed in a way that enhances privacy and mirrors a salon experience. We have a large selection of wigs and partial wigs in stock. Brands carried by HERS include Jon Reneau, Dream USA, and Henry Margu. Tasks include assisting patients in the process of choosing a wig which involves discussing their style, helping them try on various wigs, and providing wig care instruction. Taking clear and concise visit notes is important; our staff members will update our patient electronic health record with those notes. Note that scheduling patient visits and selling merchandise will be handled by our medical receptionist. HERS is open Monday through Friday; we are flexible with volunteer scheduling and are open to discussing shifts between the hours of 9 am - 1 pm or 2 pm - 5 pm. A commitment of at least two hours per volunteer day is preferred. The volunteer must undergo a background check and sign a patient confidentiality agreement. The ability to speak one or more languages is a plus If you feel ready to support breast cancer patients and possess the skills and abilities listed in this post, please call us! We are eager to speak with you and have you join our enthusiastic, warm, caring, and energetic volunteer team.
Date Posted: Aug 28, 2024
Sep 27
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Sep 28
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02:00 PM
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04:00 PM
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Fremont, CA 94536
HERS Breast Cancer Foundation is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that has been in continuous operation since it was established in 1998. Its mission is to support all individuals healing from breast cancer by providing post-surgical products and services regardless of financial status. Mission fulfillment is achieved through its assistance programs which provide products such as breast forms (prostheses), specialty bras, compression garments, and wigs. This work is supported via foundation grants, individual donors, and fundraising events. One of our annual events is our annual Walk/Run/Yoga Fundraiser that will be held at Quarry Lakes Regional Park in Fremont, California on September 28, 2024. We are seeking volunteers to help us the day before and the day of our event in various capacities as listed below in shifts. Volunteers will be given a barbecue lunch that will have vegetarian option. List of some of the duties include: Welcoming Participants Registration Setting Up Expo Pop-Ups (Tents/Canopies) Setting Up (Tables, Chairs) Breaking Down (Tables, Chairs, Pop-Up Tents) Assisting in Barbecue area/Food Prep Parking Volunteer and directing participants Handing out medals at finisher line Jackrabbits (riding course and looking out for participants who need assistance) Course volunteers (being at certain points of the course with water) Course Cheerleaders Breakdown of course Gate Monitors General Clean Up Floaters Water Station (First Aid) Our event would not be successful without the wonderful help of volunteers like you! In gratitude, HERS Breast Cancer Foundation
Date Posted: Sep 9, 2024
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Mission Statement
The HERS Breast Cancer Foundation supports all individuals healing from breast cancer by providing post-surgical products and services regardless of financial status.
Description
The HERS Breast Cancer Foundation has several assistance programs:
WE Support, YOU Survive
The Lymphedema Project
Hair with Care
We are first and foremost a service for women and women’s health. Our programs enunciate and further fulfill the mission of the foundation to serve all women, including the underserved, in the San Francisco Bay Area.
Our programs are a service designed to help patients overcome the devastating emotional and physical effects of breast cancer treatment. We provide a safe, compassionate environment for breast cancer survivors to be properly fitted for bras, prostheses, lymphedema garments, and wigs. The service and the products of HERS Breast Cancer Foundation are vital to breast cancer patients’ physical and emotional healing.
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Would you recommend HERS Breast Cancer Foundation?
Such a great event, supporting a great cause, with great lunch provided!
