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Women's Cancer Resource Center
In 1986, a small group of women with cancer founded Women’s Cancer Resource Center “WCRC” to provide direct services to women with cancer, and to advocate for changes in the health care system. For the first two years, WCRC was simply an answering machine in one woman’s living room. As word spread of WCRC’s existence, our founders recognized that they had struck a chord in the community.
What began as a group of volunteers has now grown to a staff of eleven and a core group of nearly 200 active volunteers, providing extensive services to women with cancer and their loved ones. While our primary focus is still women with cancer, we have expanded to provide wellness programs for everyone — including people who do not have cancer — regardless of gender.
Recent News
Women's Cancer Resource Center News - January 17, 2024
Okay, you caught us. Our New Year's Intentions aren't new. Each year, we begin a new year with renewed intentions to embody our values - community, compassion, and change - in all aspects of our mission. In 2024, we will continue to... --…
Read More »Women's Cancer Resource Center News - November 15, 2023
The Women’s Cancer Resource Center has many reasons to be grateful. We lean into this mindset daily and we extend our heartfelt thanks to all of you throughout this Season of Gratitude. WCRC embodies the principles of cultural humility in…
Read More »These East Bay Businesses Are Going All-In For Women With Cancer
During Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we are beyond grateful to partner with area businesses and organizations through our All-in for Women with Cancer campaign! These partners are going above and beyond to support Women’s Cancer Resource…
Read More »Women's Cancer Resource Center News - October 11, 2023
The Women’s Cancer Resource Center has been supporting women with breast cancer for as long as October has been “Breast Cancer Awareness Month,” and breast cancer care has evolved significantly since Jackie Winnow founded WCRC in…
Read More »Women's Cancer Resource Center News - October 5, 2023
Dear AmericanTowns.com, I am writing to ask for your support in helping us spread the word that the Women’s Cancer Resource Center has an open Development Manager position! We hope that you can share this opportunity in your networks with…
Read More »Women's Cancer Resource Center News - September 28, 2023
At the Women's Cancer Resource Center we provide direct support to patients and survivors of all cancer types, but in our latest program year we saw individuals with a breast cancer diagnosis almost 10 times more frequently than any other cancer…
Read More »Women Driving Increase in Early-Onset Cancer Diagnoses
Cancer among younger Americans is on the rise, new study shows By Lindsey Bever "Most cancers in the United States are found in people age 65 and older, but a new study shows a concerning trend: Cancer among younger Americans, particularly women,…
Read More »Women's Cancer Resource Center News - July 11, 2023
Dear AmericanTowns.com, Does it sometimes feel as though there aren't enough months for all the holidays and awareness campaigns you care about? It definitely feels that way to us this month as July does double-duty! July is not only…
Read More »A Call For Art From The Janrae Community Artgallery At The Women's Cancer Resource Center
The Women's Cancer Resource Center is seeking submissions of original, 2-dimensional by artists self-identifying as queer for an upcoming exhibit and opening reception. The new deadline is June 18. For more info, please go to:…
Read More »Women's Cancer Resource Center News - May 25, 2023
Dear AmericanTowns.com, In May, we're celebrating Asian American and Pacific Island Heritage (AAPI) Month! We understand that cancer doesn't affect every racial and ethnic group in the same way, and Asian/Pacific Islander Americans face unique…
Read More »A Call for Art from the JanRae Community Art Gallery at the Women's Cancer Resource Center
A Call for Art from the JanRae Community Art Gallery at the Women'sCancer Resource Center The Women's Cancer Resource Center is seeking submissions of original, 2-dimensional by artists self-identifying as queer for an upcoming exhibit and opening…
Read More »Women's Cancer Resource Center News - The Volunteer Edition
Women's Cancer Resource Center The Women’s Cancer Resource Center improves equitable access to cancer information, support and care. All of our services are free, and are funded entirely by charitable giving. ENORMOUS THANKS to Page Hodel…
Read More »Women's Cancer Resource Center News - March 8, 2023
Dear AmericanTowns.com, We are just over a week into Women's History Month and today marks International Women's Day. Historians trace the origins of International Women’s Day to a mass demonstration on February 28th, 1908, of mostly…
Read More »Women's Cancer Resource Center News : Black History, Black Present, Black Future
This month, WCRC launched a staff/board book club! To honor and nurture our multicultural community of clients, volunteers, staff, board and community partners, the Women’s Cancer Resource Center acknowledges that cultural awareness is an…
Read More »Women's Cancer Resource Center Is Hiring
WCRC is seeking two Multicultural Community-Based Navigators and a Community Outreach Ambassador! The two Multicultural Community-Based Navigators directly assist clients with cancer in different settings, including public hospitals/health…
Read More »Gilead Awards Women’s Cancer Resource Center Grant to Close Gaps in Cancer Care
Dear AmericanTowns.com, We are thrilled to share with you that the Women’s Cancer Resource Center (WCRC) was recently awarded a significant grant by Gilead Sciences, Inc. to expand its navigation services for cancer patients receiving care…
Read More »Women's Cancer Resource Center News - December 1, 2022
Women's Cancer Resource Center The Women’s Cancer Resource Center improves equitable access to cancer information, support and care. All of our services are free, and are funded entirely by charitable giving. ENORMOUS THANKS to Page Hodel…
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