Business Details
23 Years
experience
Free Cancer Survivorship Services in San Antonio, TX
Founded in 2003, SLEW Cancer Wellness Center has dedicated itself to addressing healthcare disparities faced by uninsured, under-insured, and low-income women battling cancer. As the only agency of its kind in Bexar and surrounding counties, we provide free holistic survivorship services that integrate emotional and physical support to restore health and dignity. Our evidence-based model, inspired by the Mayo Clinic, addresses mind, body, and spirit through services like lymphatic drainage therapy, patient navigation, and nutrition counseling. With a team of certified professionals and community partners, we ensure vulnerable women receive comprehensive care in one accessible location. Our mission-driven approach focuses on reducing mortality rates and improving quality of life for cancer patients and survivors.By eliminating barriers like transportation and mobility challenges, we deliver critical resources including prosthetics, wigs, and emergency assistance. Our board of directors and staff bring decades of combined experience in healthcare, community development, and nonprofit leadership. We measure success through the resilience and recovery of the women we serve, ensuring no one faces cancer alone. Through strategic partnerships and donor support, we sustain our commitment to underserved populations. Our vision extends beyond treatment to empower women to redefine their futures and impact their communities positively.
Services
Lymphatic Drainage Therapy
Patient Navigation
Nutrition Counseling
Oncology Massage
Case Management
Prosthetics Fitting
Fitness Education
Benefits Counseling
Transportation Assistance
Clothes Closet
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- We are the only agency in Bexar County specializing in free cancer survivorship care for underserved women
- Our evidence-based model integrates mind-body-spirit therapies proven to improve quality of life
- We provide essential resources like prosthetics, wigs, and emergency assistance at no cost
- Our team includes certified specialists in lymphatic drainage, oncology massage, and patient navigation
- We eliminate transportation barriers by offering all services at one accessible location
Services
Lymphatic Drainage Therapy
Specialized therapy to prevent and manage lymphedema through manual drainage techniques and patient education. Our certified therapists provide both treatment and prevention strategies to maintain lymphatic health. This service helps reduce swelling and improve circulation for cancer survivors experiencing lymphatic system challenges.
Patient Navigation
Personalized guidance through cancer treatment and recovery processes with dedicated patient navigators. We help women access medical care, understand treatment options, and coordinate appointments across healthcare providers. This service ensures continuity of care and timely access to critical resources.
Nutrition Counseling
Individualized nutrition plans to support recovery and overall wellness during cancer treatment. Our counselors address dietary needs related to treatment side effects and long-term health maintenance. Services include diabetes prevention education and meal planning tailored to financial constraints.
Oncology Massage
Gentle massage therapy adapted for cancer patients' specific needs to reduce stress and physical discomfort. Our certified therapists use techniques that safely address treatment-related symptoms while promoting relaxation and emotional well-being.
Case Management
Comprehensive support developing personalized care plans and connecting with community resources. Case managers coordinate services like emergency assistance, transportation, and benefits counseling to address socioeconomic barriers to recovery and treatment adherence.
People
Olga Young
Founder/Executive Director
With over 20 years of nonprofit leadership experience, Olga Young established SLEW after identifying critical gaps in cancer aftercare for underserved women. She oversees all operations and strategic initiatives.
Kimberly Orozco
Patient Navigator
Certified patient advocate with specialized training in cancer care coordination. Helps women navigate treatment processes and access necessary medical and financial resources across healthcare systems.
Ersula Ramirez
Counselor
Licensed mental health professional providing emotional support and coping strategies for women dealing with cancer diagnosis, treatment, and recovery challenges through individual and group sessions.
Anita Turner
Massage Therapist
Certified oncology massage therapist with specialized training in adapting massage techniques for cancer patients' unique needs and treatment-related physical conditions.
Shirin Ektera
Case Manager
Social services professional coordinating comprehensive care plans and connecting clients with community resources for housing, utilities, and medical equipment assistance.
Questions
What qualifies someone for SLEW's services?
Our services are available to uninsured, under-insured, or low-income women undergoing or recovering from cancer treatment in Bexar County and surrounding areas.
Are all services truly free?
Yes, all our survivorship services including therapy, counseling, and essential items like prosthetics and wigs are provided at no cost to qualified clients.
How do I schedule appointments?
Contact our office at 210-654-7900 to speak with a patient navigator who will coordinate your care and schedule necessary appointments.
What areas do you serve?
We primarily serve Bexar County with outreach to surrounding counties in Texas through partnerships and transportation assistance programs.
How can I donate?
Visit our website to donate online, call 210-654-7900 for phone donations, or mail checks to 12525 Nacogdoches Rd., Ste. 104, San Antonio, TX 78217.
Do you offer transportation assistance?
Yes, we provide transportation support to help clients attend medical appointments and access essential services they might otherwise miss.
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