Georgia Ovarian Cancer Alliance
6065 Roswell Rd, Sandy Springs, 30328
(404) 255-1337
Georgia Ovarian Cancer Alliance is a nonprofit led by people touched by ovarian cancer. It teaches women, families and health workers about the signs of the disease. It gives free comfort bags to newly diagnosed Georgia patients and can connect patients and caregivers with a peer who has been through it.
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What they offer 7
- Info refreshed from their website· Oct 13
Bag of HopeService
A free bag of comfort items for women in Georgia who were just diagnosed with ovarian cancer. It has a blanket, soft turban, cap, journal and more.
- Info refreshed from their website· Oct 13
Education and AwarenessProgram
GOCA gives talks about ovarian cancer at health fairs, Lunch & Learn sessions and community events across Georgia. They can fit a talk to a large or small group. Patients and survivors often speak.
- Info refreshed from their website· Oct 13
Make a DifferenceProgram
People can give time to help spread awareness of ovarian cancer or give money. The pages do not explain how to sign up.
- Info refreshed from their website· Oct 13
Peer to Peer SupportService
Call the office to be matched with a survivor, current patient or caregiver who can answer your questions. It is open to patients, caregivers, partners and spouses.
- Info refreshed from their website· Oct 13
Resource Lists for Patients and FamiliesService
The website lists outside links on clinical trials, genetic testing, fertility preservation, in-home care and support. These are links to other groups.
- Info refreshed from their website· Oct 13
Survivors Teaching StudentsProgram
Patients, survivors, caregivers and family members visit classes of future health workers to share their stories. The goal is to help students spot ovarian cancer earlier. People who want to take part can call or email.
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Volunteer for public speakingService
You can volunteer to speak to groups about a topic.
Events 0
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Past events (2)
- Info refreshed from their website· Jul 12
Georgia Ovarian Cancer Alliance Teal Trot 5K Walk & Run
Sat, Sep 19
GOCA lists its Teal Trot 5K Walk & Run as an awareness and fundraising event.
- Info refreshed from their website· Jul 12
Atlanta Dream Game
Wed, Aug 5
GOCA lists an Atlanta Dream Game event with ticket purchase information.
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