Today is Think Pink Day at Maryland Farms YMCA as the staff introduces the After Breast Cancer program. The plan is designed to help women undergoing breast cancer treatment, or those who recently finished, make a full recovery, mentally and physically.
The 16-week program includes nutritional guidance and eating plans, a personal trainer and group support meetings. Survivors also get help accessing specialty bras and wigs.
ABC has been offered at the Cool Springs YMCA since 2000. The desire to reach more women drove the Brentwood launch.
Once word hit the streets that Brentwood would house the ABC program, at least 12 women expressed interest in participating, according to Ashley Harold, volunteer director.
"We had wanted to expand the program in the areas where that population isn't being reached. We felt like we wanted to house it where we would have more potential to serve these women," Harold said.
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