Program areas at OVERCOMERS Breast Cancer
Thrive workshops - in 2023, Overcomers gifted 61 makeup kits worth approximately 300 each. Participants learn about skin care and makeup application to help restore a sense of confidence, meanwhile educating them on making positive, safe choices to live a healthier and less harmful life. the makeup kits were possible because of generous cosmetic product donations received from thrive cosmetics and good 360. the expense of 18,300 includes the fair value of product used in thrive workshops held in 2023.
Retreats - our retreats provide a safe space for survivors to connect, encourage and heal. Through facilitated discussions and focused self- reflection, each survivor discovers renewed physical, spiritual and emotional hope for whatever lies ahead. Retreats offered in 2023 included: winter retreat (25 survivors), fall retreat (28 participants), and a working retreat (18 leaders).
Pink under the tree - in 2023, Overcomers blessed 42 families from the san antonio Breast Cancer community with presents for the holidays. Expenses include presents and meal support for the families. Families served in this program met strict guidelines set by Overcomers and are nominated by local nurse navigators and other qualified individuals serving within the local Breast Cancer community.
Other program services include: meal support provided to families; as well as speakers for virtual education events. Metasisters: a new program launched in early 2023, provides focused support for women living with metastatic Breast Cancer. Metasisters strives to be a safe place to be raw and real about life with stage 4 disease. Together, they encourage one another to live, fight, and thrive amidst the unknowns. Survivor workshops - in 2023, Overcomers hosted 62 Breast Cancer survivors in 2 workshops to mentor and assist in their Breast Cancer journeys.