community partners
A national health organization dedicated to eliminating cancer. For patients and their families, the agency provides practical help, information, and emotional support.
The Breast Cancer Emergency Fund
The Breast Cancer Emergency Fund provides cash grants to people living with the disabling affects of bresast cancer. The grants cover housing, utility, and medial expenses.
The Breast Cancer Fund advocates for stronger environmental health policies and other preventable causes for the disease.
Charlotte Maxwell Complementary Clinic
This state-licensed health clinic provides free complementary treatments to low-income women with cancer, including acupuncture, homeopathy, massage, and therapeutic imagery.
California Pacific Medical Center (CPMC) Breast Health Center
The Center provides breast diagnostic and support services, incluidng screening,
breast ultrasound, image guided biopsy procedures, and breast health education.
Cancer Detection Programs: Every Woman Counts
The Program aims to reduce death from breast and cervical among low-income women throughout California by providing access to screening and diagnostic services.
Chinatown Public Health Center
A part of the San Francisco Department of Public Health that provides comprehensive primary care services to all ages with a focus on the Chinese community.
The Agency conducts outreach to Latinas, provides access to free screening and treatment, as well as provides emotional support.
The Program provides food to improve the quality of life for homebound and critically ill people, including those with breast cancer.
San Francisco Department of Public Health Breast and Cervical Cancer Control Program
A public health program designed to expand services to underserved women through the coordination of breast and cervical cancer services in San Francisco.
UCSF Mount Zion Carol Franc Buck Breast Care Center
The multidiscinplinary Center is designed tomeet the needsof patients with breast problems, breast cancer, or general concerns about breast health.
Women's Cancer Resource Center
The Resource Center empowers women with cancer to be active and informed consumers and survivors through a referral helpline, library, educational forums, and peer support groups.
quotations from clients and community partners
“Shanti have been my 'angels.' I am so happy that Shanti exists because without them I would be feeling lonely.” --Client
“As a health care provider, I was used to seeing myself in the 'helper-role' but the navigators offered true empathy, not mere sympathy, which helped me accept my new role of recipient patient." --Client
"It really is going 'great' with Shanti and you guys are absolutely amazing! I have never seen such service and the resources are unbelievable." --Community Partner
"I appreciate the reminder that Shanti is (and always has been) such a stellar, 'send them our way!' community partner." --Community Partner