Photography by Jonathan McLeod

As a community driven collaboration we coordinate and build upon a continuum of health, social, and complementary care, and draw upon the support and assistance of our consortium members to conduct outreach and ensure that clients are receiving the entire spectrum of assistance and support available.

Because we believe that no one should have to face a life-threatening illness alone.

Client Services

All of our services are free of charge and confidential. We can meet you at your home, at ouroffice, or wherever you feel most comfortable to make sure you get the services you need. Staff is fluent in Cantonese, Mandarin, Toisanese, Spanish and English. Please contact 415-674-4780.

Los servicios de nuestras Navegadoras de Apoyo se ofrecen en forma gratuita y confidencial. Nuestras Navegadoras de Apoyo pueden reunirse con usted en su casa, en las oficinas de LifeLines o en un lugar donde usted se sienta comfortable para asegurarnos que usted reciba los servicios que usted necesita a la brevedad possible. Para hacer una cita por favor llamenos al: 415-674-4705.

Care Navigation Services
Individual care to assist you in scheduling, coordinating and going to your medical appointments, as well as advocating on your behalf. Counseling, health education, and translation in Spanish, Cantonese, Mandarin, and Toisanese are also provided, Monday-Friday 9am-5pm.

Financial Assistance
Assistance with applying for emergency funds through our partner, the Breast Cancer Emergency Fund, as well as CancerCares and other financial grants to help pay for your rent, utility bills, and medical expenses.

Meal Assistance
We offer free nutrition classes specifically tailored to breast cancer in Cantonese, Spanish and English. And can help you apply for daily meals delivered to your home for you and your dependants through our partner agency, Project Open Hand.

Transportation
Taxi vouchers are available to all of our clients through our program along with assistance with helping you to apply for American Cancer Society’s transportation program to help you get to and from your medical and complementary care appointments.

In-home Peer Support
Whether you need a friend to talk to or someone to help with basic errands, a trained Shanti volunteer will be there for you on a weekly basis.

Complementary Care
Weekly massage, Reiki and facial appointments are offered at our office for free. We also assist with referrals to Charlotte Maxwell Complementary Clinic and the Osher Center for Integrative Medicine for free massage, acupuncture, and other complementary therapies to relieve the side effects of breast cancer and its treatments.

Wellness and Survivorship Program
Free classes for clients including yoga, body movement, nutrition, and art therapy, as well as, nature outings throughout the year.

Resource Library
A lending library of books, videos, and other materials on breast cancer, nutrition, and complementary therapies. Internet access is also available.

Referrals
To make sure you receive the best care, we will assist you in finding other resources to meet your needs, including free hats and wigs, childcare, housing assistance, and job placement.

Shanti's Breast Cancer Program Consortium Members

American Cancer Society 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 breast cancer. The grants cover housing, utility, and medical expenses.

Breast Cancer Fund The Breast Cancer Fund advocates for stronger environmental health policies and other preventable causes of 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, therapeutic imagery.

California Pacific Medical Center (CPMC) Breast Health Center The Center provides breast diagnostic and support services, including 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 cancer 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.

Latina Breast Cancer Agency The Agency conducts outreach to Latinas, provides access to free screening and treatment, as well as provides emotional support.

Project Open Hand 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 multidisciplinary Center is designed to meet the needs of 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.

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