PINK HOUSE NEWS

Carolina Breast Friends recently welcomed our Survivors and Thrivers to The Pink House for a special Survivor & Thriver Night—an evening where flowers became much more than beautiful arrangements. They became a way to connect, heal, and give back. Guided by Blair, founder of Petal to Purpose, participants learned the art of floral arranging while sharing conversation, laughter, and encouragement with others who truly understand the cancer journey. Each person created two beau

“I had a wonderful time connecting with a group of Survivors and Thrivers for the first time. It was a joy to focus on my ‘Joy Journey,’...

“This was a wonderful day with so much valuable information and new friendships made.” Our recent day-long workshop, Resilient Hearts...

"Knowledge is power, and CBF has given me the tools to advocate for myself with my medical team, manage treatment side effects, and...

“Prior to the retreat, I used to describe my breast cancer journey as treading water alone... At the retreat, I was given the opportunity...

“Sharon was struggling emotionally with her breast cancer and needed camaraderie. She was elated to find help and much-needed information...

“Through CBF, I found a safe space where I could openly discuss my fears and uncertainties without judgment. The warmth and camaraderie...

During the COVID-19 pandemic, Susan found solace in a support group offered by Atrium Health.

"I know that not everyone is blessed to have the support of family and friends. CBF is a place where you can find refuge, cry, laugh,...

Salimah Lee was 31 when she was diagnosed with ductal carcinoma in situ but she thinks she had an inkling at least a year before that someth

"I really want people to advocate for themselves. That's important to having a good journey. We're really going through the worst. We can...

After an annual mammogram in June 2022, Arnel was called back for a follow-up 3D ultrasound, then biopsy. Soon after, her pathology report c

"I am not great at asking for help, so it's been really powerful to know there is this amazing community of women within reach."...

As Shirley H. Howie waited for the results of a series of mammograms and then a biopsy last year, she remembers feeling scared. Really, real

When she first heard about The Pink House, Vinita Simmons' initial reaction was, "Nope, I'm not going there."That was before she earned he

For many breast cancer survivors who participate in the Mentoring Program at The Pink House, finding that person who understands what you're

When facing a second diagnosis of DCIS in 2020, this time in the left breast, Erin reached out to Ann. Erin was feeling isolated by her diag

This rock-and-roll music super fan also celebrated the end of chemo by striding out of the infusion center to the sound of AC/DC's "Hell's B

Rhonda is a three-time, 18-year breast cancer Survivor/Thriver. She was initially diagnosed in 2004, and then in 2010 when she underwent a s

"Carolina Breast Friends, along with La Casa Rosada con Latinas, have not only given me the support and encouragement with their care and re