HELPING PATIENTS.
All funds raised by Fleur de Bra go towards Breastoration, which is a program that provides education and financial support to breast cancer patients seeking reconstruction surgery; it is supported by CALA, Cancer Association of Louisiana.
Since its inception in 2011, Breastoration has assisted 275 patients, with 582 reconstructive surgeries, totaling over $760,000 from 46 different referring surgeons and 26 different facilities.
The money raised by Fleur de Bra goes directly to helping patients by providing educational resources, and additional financial support through transportation to and from treatment, medical garments, prescription assistance, food vouchers, and co-pay assistance.
$2200 supports breast reconstruction for one woman (ancillary services, bras|garments, prescriptions, rides, etc).
$1000 supports lost wages and child care during reconstruction and recovery.
$500 supports medication, supplies, clinic fees
$250 supports transportation to|from medical appointments, medical garments worn during recovery and for lymphedema.
If you or someone you love is currently undergoing cancer treatment, and would like to apply for assistance from Breastoration, please fill out our Patient Services Inquiry or contact the CALA office at (504)733-5539.