Have you visited a Trillium office recently? Many are decorated in an effort to bring a continued awareness to Breast Cancer. From donation jars to local runs, our Trillium teams are out in full force to support the cause!

Unfortunately like most organizations, many members of our internal staff, clients, and field employees have been affected by this horrible disease. Their stories and experiences have inspired us to do our part to bring awareness and raise money for a cure!

“Breast Cancer awareness, prevention and hopefully a cure is very near and dear to me. I have had several family members and close friends affected by this deadly disease. My grandmother is a breast cancer survivor. She had a mastectomy at 81 and is currently cancer free. My mother in-law also has fought this battle…twice! She had a mastectomy and was cancer free for almost 5 years when she was diagnosed again with breast cancer but this time it was a different type. She once again had a mastectomy and then reconstructive surgery. My Aunt is currently in the fight as well. We are hopeful that her breast cancer was caught early enough and that she will make a full recovery. She has managed to keep her spirits up and is staying positive.

Many years ago I lost a very near and dear friend due to a misdiagnosed breast cancer. She was in her early 30’s and suffering from severe back pain. Her doctor never ordered a mammogram, he just kept prescribing her medication. Her cancer had gone undetected and eventually masticated to her backbone and she was gone within 6 weeks. Every woman should be her own advocate for her health care. Be insistent if you think something is wrong or could potentially be wrong. I am thankful that due to the history of breast cancer in my family my doctor ordered a mammogram baseline at 35.

I now participate in several fund raisers through out the year to raise money for Breast Cancer Awareness. There are so many different ways you can get involved. I play in a women’s golf classic that raises over $8000 each year and that money stays local in Genesee County. I am also proud to be a part of the “Pink Night” each year in Flint, Michigan. Last year we raised over $54,000!! I am honored to walk each year in the Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk as well in honor of my friend Rhonda’s mom. We all wear shirts in memory of her.”

 

-Jennifer M. , Recruiting Manager