YSC Greater Metro Atlanta was formed at the end of 2000 by a 22-year-old college student facing a breast cancer diagnosis. In 2001, the group started with funds received by a grant to begin college outreach programs focusing on breast health for young women. The chapter grew as more young women found YSC Atlanta and wanted to meet other young survivors as well as educate the community about breast cancer in this unique population.
YSC Atlanta became an affiliate of YSC in 2005 serving the 11 counties in the Metro Atlanta area. YSC Atlanta focuses on education and outreach opportunities and provides peer-to-peer support for newly diagnosed young women.
YSC Atlanta Constituents at the 2008 8th Annual Conference for Young Women Affected by Breast Cancer
Greater Metro Atlanta meets socially on a monthly basis. Past events have included parties, dinners, lunches and workshops. Check our Events Page for the most updated calendar.
For more information, please call Courtney Bugler 404-250-6508 or email at yscatlanta@youngsurvival.org to verify time and date and to RSVP.
We've moved! YSC Atlanta is now conveniently located right off I-285, 400 and I-85:
5285 Glenridge Road
Building 3, Suite 101-E
Atlanta, GA 30328
Directions.
New phone: 404.250.6508
We recently returned from hosting a delegation of twelve women in Jacksonville, FL, at the 8th Annual Cpnference for Young Women Affected by Breast Cancer. We joined others from around the world and bonded over shared experiences, treatment, laughter and support! Several of our attendees were new to YSC and had a great time getting their "feet wet" at the event.
YSC Atlanta Constituents at the 2008 8th Annual Conference for Young Women Affected by Breast Cancer
In January, several of us met to work on our outreach program and fill Newly Diagnosed Resource Kits. These care packages are comprised of YSC tote bag/backpacks and filled with helpful informational items such as the Fighting for Our Future book and You Are Not Alone video. We are
currently updating our hospital contact list and will be seeking volunteers to distribute the kits to area hospitals and oncology offices. To volunteer, please email us at: yscatlanta@comcast.net.
Newly Diagnosed Resource Kits
We wrapped up 2007 with a fun holiday fete at Twist. All Atlanta area survivors were invited to join us for tapas presented by YSC Atlanta and Simon Malls. Several door prizes were raffled off and everyone had a great time networking. For information on upcoming events, please visit our Events page.
YSC Atlanta 2007 Holiday Party
