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  • 4Courage – Cancer Community Support Group


    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

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

    Provides program guidance, support groups, community resources and more

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

    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 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

     

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    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