Team Sharsheret At The NYC ACS Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk

Team Sharsheret At The NYC ACS Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk

October 4, 2016
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact: Elana Silber, Executive Director
Telephone: 201.833.2341
E-mail: [email protected]

Teaneck, New Jersey (October 5, 2016) – Sharsheret, a national not-for-profit organization supporting women and families, of all Jewish backgrounds, facing breast cancer and ovarian cancer, is proud to participate in the American Cancer Society Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk on Sunday, October 16, 2016. Last year, more than 400 women, men, and children joined Team Sharsheret in Central Park for the family-friendly walk.

This year, for the first time, we will start the race with family-friendly Zumba led by Lauren Fuchs, one of Sharsheret’s 2016 summer interns. T-shirt pick-up and Zumba will begin at 7:30 am, followed by a team picture at 8 am. “Sharsheret continues to grow because of the dedication and commitment of so many strong supporters, both locally and nationally,” said Team Captain Ellen Kleinhaus. “This year, we are especially grateful to our Team Benefactor, Bernstein Liebhard LLP and the many other pharmaceutical, corporate and family sponsors who support us year after year. We deeply appreciate all the Team members – women, men, young professionals, college and high school students – and Team sponsors who come out in full force to walk with Team Sharsheret and enable us to provide vital support to all Jewish women and families facing breast cancer and ovarian cancer.”

Visit www.facebook.com/sharsheret.org to view last year’s Team Sharsheret pictures. To make a donation to Team Sharsheret, click here. To register and for more information, please contact Sarah Eagle at [email protected].

This year’s proud sponsors include:

Team Underwriter
Bernstein Liebhard LLP

Team Benefactors
MacroGenics
TESARO, Inc.

Team Guardian
Med-Pat

Team Sponsors
Campmor Inc.
Extend Fertility
Geller & Company
Lisa Altman Foundation
Net@Work

Team Supporters
CareOne at Teaneck
Dougie’s BBQ
LYNLY Insurance
Mobstub Inc.
Papaya Events
Pediatric Occupational Therapy Services
Snoga Athletics
The Frisch School
The Ramaz School
The Rocking Chair
Torah Academy of Bergen County

Team Patrons
Alvin’s Pharmacy
Chopstix
Hunter College Hillel
Ma’ayanot Yeshiva High School for Girls
Teaneck Speech and Language Center
The Judaica House
The Moriah School

ABOUT SHARSHERET

Sharsheret, Hebrew for chain, is the only national organization supporting Jewish women and families, of all backgrounds, facing breast and ovarian cancer-those who are diagnosed and those at high risk. Sharsheret is accredited by the Better Business Bureau and has earned a 4-star rating from Charity Navigator for sound fiscal management and commitment to accountability and transparency.

To date, we serve more than 55,000 women, families, health care professionals, community leaders, and students from all 50 states. All Sharsheret programs serve all women and men.

As a member of the Federal Advisory Committee on Breast Cancer in Young Women, Sharsheret shapes messaging and programs at the national level. Recognizing Sharsheret as the model for culturally-relevant breast cancer support, the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has awarded the organization two multi-year grants to develop support programs. Additionally, Sharsheret participates in psychosocial research studies and evaluations in partnership with federal agencies and major cancer centers, including Georgetown Lombardi Cancer Center.

Sharsheret offers the following national programs:

The Link Program

  • Peer Support Network, connecting women newly diagnosed or at high risk of developing breast cancer one-on-one with others who share similar diagnoses and experiences
  • EmbraceTM, supporting women living with advanced breast cancer
  • Genetics for Life®, addressing hereditary breast and ovarian cancer
  • Thriving Again®, providing individualized support, education, and survivorship plans for young breast cancer survivors
  • Busy Box®, for young parents facing breast cancer
  • Best Face Forward®, addressing the cosmetic side effects of treatment
  • Family Focus®, providing resources and support for caregivers and family members
  • Ovarian Cancer Program, tailored resources and support for young Jewish women and families facing ovarian cancer
  • Sharsheret SupportsTM, developing local support groups and programs

Education and Outreach Programs

  • Health Care Symposia, on issues unique to younger women facing breast cancer
  • Sharsheret on Campus, outreach and education to students on campus
  • Sharsheret Educational Resource Booklet Series, culturally-relevant publications for Jewish women and their families and healthcare professionals

© Sharsheret 2016