TurningPoint Breast Cancer Rehabiltation is a non-profit 501(c)3 community-based organization.
TurningPoint improves quality of life for women with breast cancer by providing, promoting and advocating evidence-based and specialized rehabilitation.TurningPoint was founded in 2003 and has served over 2,000 women with breast cancer in the Greater Atlanta community.
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| Evidence Update: Pilates and Breast Cancer | |
Breast cancer and its treatment can cause adverse side effects that can lead to impairments in quality of life. Exercise has been shown to have a positive effect on breast cancer survivors' emotional functioning, fatigue, cardio-respiratory fitness and, ultimately, a woman's quality of life. The type of exercise that may have the greatest benefit for women with breast cancer is being researched...
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Atlanta 2-Day Walk
October 5th & 6th, 2013
TurningPoint has been a grantee of It's the Journey for many years. This year, It's the Journey is also a sponsor of our TurningPoint 2013 National Healthcare Provider Conference.
Is this the year for you to 'step out and participate in the Atlanta 2-Day Walk for Breast Cancer?
The walk raises funds for breast cancer programs throughout Georgia.
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Support Group
Coffee & Conversation
A Social and Supportive Meeting for Women with Metastatic Breast Cancer.
Facilitated by
Karen Savrin, MSW
TurningPoint Counselor
Friday, September 27
10 am - 12 noon
RSVP is required. Call
This group is complimentary and supported by our community partners and donors.
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NOTE TO GMAIL Subscribers
If you have "opted in" for the new Gmail user interface, your inbox may have several "tabs" that now segment your incoming emails. If the TurningPoint Newsletter email arrives in your Promotions tab, you can drag and drop it in the Primary tab so you don't miss reading about our news and upcoming events.
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Thank You to Our Community Partners !
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Care.
Compassion.
Clinical Excellence. 
How can TurningPoint help you get back to what you are passionate about?
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| Dear Friends,
Nearly ten years ago, I was hired to work for TurningPoint a few days a week. We started in borrowed clinic space, using only one small room. This month marks a major milestone as we move into our 4,000 square foot clinic. As I order furniture, measure hallways, plan the office layout and meet with the "cable guy", I feel like I am preparing for an exciting new adventure, where opportunities await. I am thrilled and truly grateful to be part of this landmark time in TurningPoint's growth, made possible by the inspiring women we serve and the extended support of our staff, community and board of directors.
Renee Vaughn,
TurningPoint Administrator
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Administrator
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Move Update!
As you can tell from the picture, hammers are swinging and drywall is being hung to create our fabulous new clinic space. Carpet is picked and paint selected. We will be moving in the last week of September! Of course, we will keep our patients posted on the exact date that we will transition to our new office.
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Upcoming Educational Event: The Spices of Life!
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Lunch &Learn:
The Spices of Life!
Presented by Julie Schwartz, MS, RDN, CSSD, LD
Friday, September 20, 2013
11:30 - 1:30 pm
Held at Harry's Farmer's Market
1180 Upper Hembree Road Roswell, GA 30076
During and after treatment, women often examine their diet and take steps to make it as healthy as possible. Join us to hear about the health benefits of spices and enjoy a wonderful lunch, as our own dietitian, Julie Schwartz, teams up with Chef Samantha Enzmann.
RSVP by Tuesday, September 17, 2013
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. Guests of breast cancer survivors are welcome with admission of $15.
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Volunteer Opportunities at TurningPoint
Want to get inVOLved at TurningPoint and help women with breast cancer in our community and beyond? We have many volunteer opportunities! We need volunteers for one-time events as well as to fill ongoing volunteer positions, including:
- Clinic volunteers (e.g. regular commitment of 1/2 day once every week or two)
- Golf Tournament volunteers (Oct. 13th & 14th)
- Auction, Pink Affair or Golf Committee members
- Healthcare Provider Conference volunteers (Nov.8th)
We have volunteer opportunities for men, women and students. Please email your interest to
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3rd Annual Golf Tournament
benefiting TurningPoint!
October 13-14, 2013
Dunwoody Country Club, Atlanta
Swing Fling Dinner Auction: Sunday, October 13
Golf Outing: Monday, October 14
Incredible Auction Items Include:
Hawk's Tickets with Box for 16 People
Masters' Tickets
Guided Antiquing Tour for Up to 6 People
Designer Christmas Tree
Atlanta Motorsports Racing Experience
For more information on sponsorships, team registration and dinner tickets, CLICK HERE!
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Patient Perspective: Tracie Barnes
During a routine visit with my OB-GYN just before my 36th birthday, my doctor asked me to get a baseline mammogram. He wanted a benchmark for comparison purposes when I began having my regular mammograms at age 40. There were no lumps to feel, no direct family
history of breast cancer, or any immediate concerns.
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Healthcare Provider Conference
Friday, November 8, 2013
Grand Hyatt Atlanta in Buckhead
Atlanta, GA
For Healthcare Providers including physicians, surgeons, physical and occupational therapists, nurses, physician assistants, patient navigators, massage therapists and others working in the breast cancer field.
Approved for 6.5 Category I CME and CEU Hours, CNA accreditation applied for.
Breast Cancer Rehabilitation: Advanced Practice Principles
Saturday, November 9, 2013 and Sunday November 10, 2013
Grand Hyatt Atlanta in Buckhead,
Atlanta, GA
For rehabilitation and exercise professionals.
Approved for 11.5 Category I CME and CEU Hours, CNA accrediation applied for.
For Conference Detaills, Accreditation information and Registration, CLICK HERE!
Research Guiding Practice. Practice Changing Lives.
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