Ovarcome
About Us
Organization Description
Our Mission Statement: To raise global awareness, to fund research in search of a cure, and to provide financial, psycho-social, and informational support to Ovarcomers.
Ovarcome is inspired by the simple philosophy of support, love, and celebration of life.
Our dream is a world that is free from the scourge of ovarian cancer.
Ovarcome is inspired by the simple philosophy of support, love, and celebration of life.
Our dream is a world that is free from the scourge of ovarian cancer.
Year Founded
February 23, 2012
Organization Website
Languages Served
Spanish, English
Contact Info
Email
Phone Number
Organization Photos
Location
Street Address
2525 Robinhood Street Ste: 212
City
Houston
State/Province
Texas
Country
USA
Location of Organization
North America
2525 Robinhood Street Ste: 212
More info about Organization
Major recurring events hosted by the organization
ZEAL FOR TEAL Survivorship Empowerment Series
Ovare: Ovations & Appreciations Night to celebrate Ovarcomers & Healthcare Heroes
Ovarcoming Cancer: Annual Conference
TEAL TALK DAY: global day of ovarian cancer awareness, celebrated on September 23rd of every year
Connect Ovar Coffee: Virtual Information Series
OC 360 LIVE: Ask The Expert Series
Teal Truths: Monthly Online Group Counseling Series
Teal Travels: Lodging Support
Ovare: Ovations & Appreciations Night to celebrate Ovarcomers & Healthcare Heroes
Ovarcoming Cancer: Annual Conference
TEAL TALK DAY: global day of ovarian cancer awareness, celebrated on September 23rd of every year
Connect Ovar Coffee: Virtual Information Series
OC 360 LIVE: Ask The Expert Series
Teal Truths: Monthly Online Group Counseling Series
Teal Travels: Lodging Support
Major awareness or communications campaigns and/or collaborations your organization is involved in
Share the B.E.A.C.H. campaign - 5 Key Symptoms of Ovarian Cancer
B = Bloating
E = Early Satiety or feeling full quickly
A = Abdomina &/or Pelvic Pain
C = Changes in Bowel/Bladder Habits
H = Heightened Fatigue
TEAL TALK DAY: Global Day of Awareness
Local, National, & Global Collaborations: Houston Mayor's office & City Council, WOCC, FWC, and IGCS
B = Bloating
E = Early Satiety or feeling full quickly
A = Abdomina &/or Pelvic Pain
C = Changes in Bowel/Bladder Habits
H = Heightened Fatigue
TEAL TALK DAY: Global Day of Awareness
Local, National, & Global Collaborations: Houston Mayor's office & City Council, WOCC, FWC, and IGCS
What description best describes your organization?
Patient Advocacy and/or Support Group
Number of Employees
6-10
Number of Volunteers Annually
35+
Volunteer Opportunities
- Thank you for considering to volunteer with Ovarcome - we appreciate you! Please reach us at info@ovarcome.org with your interest. Thank you!
Estimated number of patients and/or caregivers served annually
~3 million (via social media reach, virtual programming and in-person events)
Number of awareness events held annually
5-10
Number of support group meetings held annually
12-20
More information about Area, Activity and Services
Cancer Disease(s) of Focus
Ovarian Cancer
Domain
Raising Awareness, Virtual oncology consultations, In person patient/survivor/caregiver support services, Telephone information/advice, Peer-to-peer support groups, Counseling or psychological support, Facilitated support groups, Housing support, Transportation support
Advocacy and Awareness Activities Interested In
Raising Cancer Awareness, Educational Activities, Community Organizing, Improving equity diversity and inclusion, Improving Access to Treatment Options, Survivorship support
Methods of Communication
Blogs, Live Webinars, Live Chat Online, Online Community Forums, Podcasts, Telephone Service, Videos, Written Information
Member/Audience Type
Cancer Patients and Survivors, Patient Advocates, Family Members and/or Caregivers of Patients, Physicians (Cancer Specialists), Physicians (OB/GYN), Researchers and Scientists, Industry Professionals