(Published by The Examiner)
For 20 years people locally and nationally have been receiving assistance after receiving breast and ovarian cancer diagnoses through the nonprofit organization Support Connection. Last week Support Connection hit a milestone in their mission by launching an updated website with several new features.
The redesigned site, 11 months in the making, will continue to include all of the information that has been available along with new features, including an articles tab that connects visitors to a page filled with survivors’ stories and news.
The survivors’ stories page was “a good way for people to feel inspired and hopeful and to see what their support means to people,” said Barbara Cervoni, Support Connection’s director of services and communications. “This is a very momentous occasion for us and the timing was great considering this website launch coincides with the 20th anniversary of our walk,” Cervoni said. She said the public is encouraged to submit stories for online publication.
Another exciting element on the site is the video “Help and hope for People Living with Breast and Ovarian Cancer.” The moving film shows how Support Connection’s free services makes a difference in the lives of people who are affected by breast and ovarian cancer. It includes personal interviews with staff members and people who have benefited from the organization’s services. The video was produced by Emmy Award nominee Bill Powers.
In addition, the website offers up-to- date news on major calendar events such as golf outings and charity walks, new and easier ways to get into contact with a representative of the company, a donation tab that allows anyone to volunteer for the organization in their free time and a section that lists resources for those battling cancer and their loved ones.
This year’s Support-A-Walk will take place on Sunday, Oct. 5 at FDR State Park in Yorktown Heights. It was started in 1995 by local residents to bring attention to the needs of people affected by breast and ovarian cancer and raise critically important funds. People travel from throughout the Hudson Valley and the tri-state area to take part in the inspiring event.
To learn more about Support Connection, its website and the 20th annual Support-A-Walk, visit www.supportconnection.org.
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