Susan's Special Needs, Neighbor

A SURVIVOR'S PASSION TO HELP

I am an oncology nurse clinician and breast cancer survivor. I was diagnosed in 1992 and elected to have a mastectomy and full course of chemotherapy. It was a strange experience finding myself on the other side of the fence. I had been working with cancer patients my entire career. I quickly discovered the trials experienced with the initial diagnosis and ensuing treatment. My entire family was engaged and we all worked together to get through this period.

As typically experienced I lost my hair and went into menopause during chemotherapy. I wasn't going to let cancer control me. I used a hypno-therapist to help me through chemotherapy. As a practicing oncology nurse I was trying to figure out what my new normal was going to be. I was bald, had purchased a wig that didn't fit. I almost lost it at Disney World. Thanks to my daughter's quick reaction when she put her hand on my wig and it was not lost. I read a quote by Henry Ford "Whether You Think You Can or You Can't, You're Right." So my husband encouraged me to design a hat that will be comfortable and stylish on a bald head. After that my mission and destiny were defined. I have now combined my oncology nursing experience with my breast cancer experience at Susan's Special Needs to help make this journey a little easier for other women. I certainly never would have known that this experience would have been so fulfilling, provided a new life balance and the opportunity to meet so many beautiful people.

WIGS: Human Hair, Blend, Synthetic; Custom Tailored

MASTECTOMY: Breast Forms; Bras; Post Surgery Camisoles with Pouch; Exercise Bras; Swimwear

RECONSTRUCTION: Adjustable Breast Forms; 

LYMPHEDEMA: Sleeves; Gloves both Standard and Custom

SKIN CARE: 100% Natural, Specially Formulated for Chemotherapy and Radiation Treatment; Non-Metallic Deodorant

Hours: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM M-F. 9:00 - 3:30 Sat. Sun. Closed

www.SusansSpecialNeeds.com