It would be my pleasure to let you know how amazing Beads of Hope Inc is. I was put in touch with Anna Z. by Dr. Manolas my surgeon in 2011. When I met Anna she was so caring and kind it made all the difference for me. Beads of Hope Inc was there when I had no one to be with me for chemo. Anna made sure I got home safe. Their support group was an outlet for me to speak to other women going through the same as I was. I am so glad I was put in touch with Beads of Hope Inc. Anna Z. and the other staff will always be in my life.

—Allison Alexis

I was diagnosed with breast cancer in the late 80’s before Beads of Hope Inc was in existence. Soon after my surgery, my place of business moved out of New York. I had to find a new job and keep my illness a secret. When I started going to Beads of Hope Inc meetings my whole life changed. The staff, volunteers and fellow survivors were so welcoming. I was able to talk openly about my breast cancer and what I went through. It was wonderful to share my experiences with people who really cared. Within time, I found I was helping newly diagnosed members with my story as I was by this time truly a survivor.

—Lucy Rauch