Two Shoppers Park, Rt. 117
Coventry, RI 02816
Voice/TTY (401) 822-7984
Toll free (800) 216-1040
Kathys' Group
Lesbians with cancer, their partners and caregivers can be confronted with additional issues that further complicate and frustrate their lives.
They may encounter misunderstanding within the medical profession about their particular needs.
Medical personnel may not give the woman's partner the respect and understanding given naturally to heterosexual couples.
Employers may deny partners of lesbians the flexibility and financial support given to traditional spouses.
Family and co-workers may not provide support for lesbians as they would for women whose lives fit into traditional support systems.
If you are or know of a lesbian with cancer, call 1-888-5-KATHYS.
We can provide you and your partner with support and resources as you journey through your cancer. Our program is called Kathys' Group. It is free and professionally facilitated.