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Thank You!
Many donors, supporters and foundations make it possible for us to serve women with breast cancer in our community and promote breast cancer rehabilitation nationally.
We are deeply appreciative to all of our 2012 donors and sponsors.
Click here to view 2012 donors and sponsors on our website.
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Physiotherapist from Ireland Studies at TurningPoint |
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Cathy Furbish, TurningPoint Physical Therapist (left) with Siobhan Bracken O'Reilly, PT, CLT |
Siobhan O'Reilly Bracken recently spent a week of intensive study and observation at TurningPoint, with the objective of learning how to provide the highest quality, evidence based breast cancer rehabilitation care available and take that back to treat Ireland's breast cancer patients. "What TurningPoint has done is pull together the gold standard for this type of care. I'm thrilled to have this opportunity to be here and learn." Siobhan will be taking the best practices she learns here and putting them into practice at her clinic, The O'Reilly Centre in Dublin. |
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Race for the Cure
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Join our Team!
Susan G. Komen Atlanta
Race for the Cure
1 Mile or 5K Run or Walk
May 11, 2013
at Atlantic Station
Specify our team name:
TurningPoint
Bring Your Friends and Family and Visit our TurningPoint Booth!
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In the News...again
WSB Radio Interview with Jill Binkley | |
TurningPoint Executive Director Jill Binkley was interviewed by Condace Pressley of WSB radio.
The interview aired on several Atlanta stations: WSB 750AM, 95.5FM, B98.5, 97.1The River, and Kiss 104.1.
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Spotlight on Staff
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New Dietitian Joins
TurningPoint Staff
We welcome our newest staff member, Julie Schwartz, a registered dietitian and certified wellness coach. She received her undergraduate degree in Health Education/Certificate in Health Promotion from the University of Florida. She received her master's degree in Sports Nutrition from Georgia State University. Julie has over 25 years of experience working with individuals, groups, and corporations in wellness initiatives, weight management, nutrition, sports nutrition, behavior modification, and personal training. Julie partners with her clients to focus on setting and achieving realistic goals aligned with their lifestyle and values. Julie is a member of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics and is Chair-elect of the Weight Management Dietetics Practice Group of the Academy. Julie has extensive public speaking experience presenting workshops and keynote addresses for dietetic and healthcare professionals.
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Support Group
Coffee & Conversation Group
A Social and Supportive Meeting for Women with
Metastatic Breast Cancer
The next meeting is scheduled for Friday, April 26, 2013
10 am - noon
RSVP Required
Call 770-360-9271 or email us at staff@myturningpoint.org
This group is complimentary and supported by our community partners and donors. |
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Thank You
To Our
Community Partners!
May P. & Francis L. Abreu
Charitable Trust
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TurningPoint Women's Healthcare is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization that maximizes quality of life for women with breast cancer by providing, promoting and advocating specialized and evidenced based rehabilitation.
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SUPERFOOD SATURDAY
Mindful Eating
Saturday, April 27
9-10:30 am
with
Julie Schwartz, MS, RDN, CCSD, ACSM-HFS
TurningPoint Dietitian
Mindful eating teaches you to bring back the pleasure and enjoyment of food. Join us to learn the steps to change your relationship with food!
- Have you considered it may be how you're eating vs. what you're eating that is leading to health concerns?
- Do you take time to savor and enjoy your meals?
- Do you know which foods energize you and which ones drag you down?
Join us for an interactive discussion about how to incorporate mindful eating into your day. We will have a hands on practice of the principles of Mindful Eating that you will LOVE!
TurningPoint's monthly Superfood Saturday educational programs are offered free of charge through the support of our community partners and donors. Caregivers of breast cancer survivors are welcome.
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The evening of March 9 brought out the warmth and generosity of those attending the dinner/auction benefiting TurningPoint. Over 100 auction items were bid on by the 200 attendees, resulting in a very fun and enjoyable evening for everyone.
Many thanks to our sponsors, attendees, donors and volunteers. We are indebted to your generous support.
Click Here to View Pictures of the Event!
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TurningPoint receives bonus grant from Team Breasta Fiesta. From left to right: Glenn Martin, Chair of the Board, It's the Journey, Erin Long, TurningPoint Development Director, Katie Barkley, Team Captain, Jill Binkley, TurningPoint Executive Director, Dawn Bellamy, Team Member and former TurningPoint client.
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TurningPoint Receives Funding from
It's the Journey, Inc.
On March 4, TurningPoint was awarded a grant for 2013-2014 by It's The Journey, Inc., producer of the Atlanta 2-Day Walk for Breast Cancer. The grant will fund our financial assistance program and education outreach programs in Greater Atlanta.
In addition to the grant awarded by It's The Journey, TurningPoint was the recipient of a $1,000 bonus grant chosen by members of the 2012 largest team, "Breasta Fiesta". Team Breasta Fiesta had 30 walkers; raised $35,000 through individual donations, sponsorships and special fundraising events; and had five breast cancers survivors and TurningPoint patients on their team. Katie Barkley, captain of Breasta Fiesta, and Dawn Bellamy, team member, were thrilled to present this grant check to TurningPoint. Breasta Fiesta chose TurningPoint because all five breast cancer survivors on the team used TurningPoint's services during their recovery, and wanted every woman with breast cancer to have access to rehabilitative care.
The 11th annual Atlanta 2-Day Walk for Breast Cancer takes place October 5 - 6 of this year. All of the money raised here, stays here in Georgia. To register for the 2-Day Walk, visit www.2daywalk.org. For more information about Breasta Fiesta or to join their team for the 2013 Atlanta 2-Day Walk for Breast Cancer, please visit their web site www.breastafiesta.com.
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Upcoming Educational Event: Chemobrain
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Chemobrain: Coping Strategies
with Karen Savrin, LCSW
TurningPoint Counselor
Lunch & Learn: Friday, April 19
Noon - 1 p.m.
Are you experiencing short-term memory lapses, trouble concentrating or problems with multi-tasking and concentrating? There are strategies one can use for coping while struggling with these issues. You are invited to attend and participate in the discussion of this common issue.
Complimentary Lunch Provided.
Please RSVP by Wednesday, April 17
to staff@myturningpoint.org
or call 770-360-9271.
Class size is limited.
This program is open to the public and of interest to women at any point in their breast cancer journey. TurningPoint's monthly educational programs are offered free of charge through the support of our community partners and donors. Caregivers of breast cancer survivors are welcome.
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Patient Perspective: Stacey Supanich
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I am a mother of four, ranging in ages from 16 to 21. Last August, I was on the top of the world. I was only 46, newly remarried and had just been offered a new job after being laid off for some time. Just weeks before I was to send three of the kids off to college and start my
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new job, I received the very surreal news that I had stage 2 breast cancer. The timing was terrible, but in all honesty, is it ever a good time to receive the news that one has been diagnosed with cancer? As a person who tends to soldier through difficult times, I quickly and quietly put my doctor appointments in order. Then I gathered as much knowledge and information available before my husband and I had to tell the difficult and frightening news to family and friends.
I thought I knew what to expect but I still had much to learn. I knew many people who had survived breast cancer, including my own mother. Unfortunately, I also had two dear friends who did not survive. I was expecting incredible pain from the mastectomy, but the severe pain was in my shoulder and arm. Fortunately my wonderful doctor sent me to TurningPoint. I had never heard of physical therapy for breast cancer patients, but TurningPoint became one of the most important elements in my recovery. Aside from the physical therapy to gain back range of motion and eliminate the pain from cording, it was comforting to learn the emotions I was feeling and the pain I was having were not uncommon. TurningPoint is such a useful resource. They helped me see everything would be ok. I cannot express the importance of a program like TurningPoint for all breast cancer patients.
My mother told me recently that I was very fortunate to be diagnosed here in the Atlanta area where there is so much support, support she did not receive out West where she lives. I find it amazing that this program is not mainstream in breast cancer recovery across the nation. So yes, I am very fortunate. Thank you, TurningPoint!
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Evidence Update: Chemobrain
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Most breast cancer survivors who have been treated with chemotherapy are familiar with chemotherapy-related cognitive impairment (CRCI), commonly called "chemobrain". Symptoms identified by patients include short-term memory lapses, trouble concentrating, trouble remembering details, problems multi-tasking, disorganization, slower thinking and processing and trouble finding the right words. Studying this phenomenon has proven to be challenging. For example, these symptoms could be related to the cancer itself, emotional conditions such as depression and anxiety, other drugs such as hormone inhibitors, sleep deprivation, fatigue, pain and/or stress.
One study* examined chemotherapy-related cognitive impairment (CRCI) in women with breast cancer. The study sought to identify information that women would find useful prior to chemotherapy and at the onset of cognitive changes. Eighteen breast cancer survivors within 6-12 months of having completed chemotherapy who noticed changes in cognitive function were interviewed in the qualitative study. Participants described difficulty with short-term memory, focusing, word finding, reading, and driving. Issues with fatigue, trouble sleeping, neuropathy, balance, and coordination also were of concern. Coping strategies included writing things down, depending on others, focusing on one task at a time, and giving oneself permission to make mistakes. Participants described exercise and getting enough rest to be helpful and recommended activities to stimulate the mind.
While there is no way at this time to prevent or "cure" these cognitive impairments, many studies suggest they subside partially or completely over time for most patients. There are strategies one can learn to use to cope while struggling with these issues. Come to the TurningPoint Lunch and Learn Education Session on Chemobrain on April 19th from noon -1 pm to learn more!
Karen Savrin, LCSW
TurningPoint Counselor
* Myers JS. Oncol Nurs Forum. Chemotherapy-related cognitive impairment: the breast cancer experience. 2012 Jan;39(1):E31-40.
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