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Pamper Party for Breast Cancer Survivors

Breast cancer survivors will be treated to a day of pampering that includes:

  • Spa Treatments, such as, massages, facials, make-up artistry, etc.
  • Exposure to the Wellness Community and Medical Professionals
  • A Delicious Meal served Buffet-style
  • Survivors procession showcasing the remarkable women to the benefit concert
     

Health Screening

The Health Fair offers mammograms and other health screenings, as well as educational activities. All screenings are free and refreshments will be served.

To qualify for free mammograms you must be 40, uninsured, and not had a mammogram within the past year. To qualify for free mammograms you must be 40, uninsured, and not had a mammogram within the past year. Mammograms are available through out the year call Deb Resnick at Fox Chase 215.214.1682 or Healthy Women at 800.215.7494 to find a location near you.

  

Real Men Wear Pink (Men Only)

The  newest addition to the campaign, "Real Men Wear Pink" acknowledges the important role men play in the supporting their survivor family and friends. "Real Men Wear Pink" is a workshop to educate men on breast health issues and to support a love one with cancer. Free refreshments will be served.

 


2nd Annual Praise Café - Brunch & Fashion Show


Honoring Men Who are Champions in the Fight Against Breast Cancer
Saturday, June 19th, 2010


The Corinthian 
6113 n. 21st Street Philadelphia, PA 19138 11:00am to 2:00pm


Tickets $12 [buy online now]
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For more Information and Tickets Contact: 215-635-1025 www.getdcorg


**Net Proceeds benefit George E. Thorne Development Center Breast Cancer Intervention and Prevention Programs


**Donations are tax deductible

 

  

Gospel Extravaganza - Benefit Concert 

ANNUAL GOSPEL EXTRAVAGANZA featuring national and local gospel artist who celebrate our Breast Cancer Survivors in song.  The highlight of the evening includes the procession into the auditorium of our 300 remarkable Breast Cancer Survivors, serenaded by a male chorus, in celebration of the journey they have traveled. In the past we have had Donald Lawrence, Vanessa Bell Armstrong, Douglass Miller, Daryl Coley, Myrna Summers, Kim McFarland, Byron Cage, Lonnie Hunter, and The Brockington Ensemble.

*Note: Registration for the Pamper Party includes admittance to Benefit Concert

 
 

Praise Sunday

This program will include inspirational presentations and the distribution of informational materials to all members in attendance to encourage women (and their families) to manage their health and to familiarize themselves with cancer treatment options available in Philadelphia and surrounding communities.  

We are asking our host churches to participate by:
  • Delivering a three minute presentation during your service;
  • Distributing informational materials to encourage women to manage their health by promoting early detection, treatment, and survival;
  • Recognizing breast cancer survivors in your congregation

*Citywide Event  


2009 Sponsors

 

Help Our Cause

Maybe you cannot make our event but still want to support our efforts. Please consider making a general donation to help us raise awareness about Breast Cancer.

Contact Us

George E. Thorne Development Center
 
8000 Old York Road
Elkins Park, PA 19027

Phone: 215.635.1025
Fax: 215.782.8933
Email: Info@GETDC.org
Web: http://www.GETDC.org

Philadelphia location to open January 1, 2010
 
6319 Germantown Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19144