Resources

The American Cancer Society is the nationwide community-based voluntary health organization dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem by preventing cancer, saving lives, and diminishing suffering.

Linda Seidel Cosmetics, a world-renowned corrective make-up artist based in Baltimore. Linda has developed a line of transforming cosmetics that truly restores lives. In addition to helping cancer patients with problems such as scarring from surgery or temporary skin discoloration from chemotherapy, Linda’s products and artistry help people with problems ranging from acne to birth marks to severe burns.

The Semi-Colon Club helps create and promote outreach for, awareness of, and education about colon cancer. It offers insight on steps that can be taken to prevent, treat, or beat colon cancer, and provides a forum for open discussion for people affected by colon cancer or other inflammatory bowel issues.

France Luxe is an international company that specializes in exquisite hair ornaments. Through its “Good Wishes” program, France Luxe will give one beautiful head wrap, free of charge, to any woman who has lost her hair due to chemotherapy. To contact France Luxe about obtaining a heard wrap, just click on the “Good Wishes” icon that appears on many of the Hirsch Foundation’s website pages, including the home page.

Bounce-Forward Consulting Group was founded on the belief that bouncing back from life’s challenges isn’t nearly enough. The group is devoted to individuals in search of courage, inspiration, and support to help them move forward in life with greater purpose and meaning. Its coaches are especially passionate about helping those who have experienced the trauma of cancer, including cancer patients, survivors, and their families.

Wellness House of Annapolis is conveniently located just minutes from Anne Arundel Medical Center in Annapolis, Maryland. Wellness House provides free services and programs to those who have been touched by cancer. From support groups for children, teens, and adults to healthy living services like yoga, reiki, meditation, and therapeutic art classes, the goal is to help you or your loved one get well.