Westchester County Board of Legislators Chairman Vedat Gashi (D-Yorktown, Somers, New Castle, Ossining) presented a $30,000 check today to Support Connection, Inc. The funds will enable peer counseling, support groups, and wellness and educational programs for people affected by breast, ovarian and other gynecological cancers. The Yorktown Heights nonprofit reaches people countywide and nationally through its toll-free cancer information line and programs offered via teleconference and video-conference.

Support Connection, Inc. provides emotional, social, and educational support to people affected by breast, ovarian, or gynecological cancer. The organization offers one-on-one sessions with professional counselors who are cancer survivors themselves, along with group programs that embrace mind, body, and spirit. Its goal is to serve as a comforting and empowering resource. All services are provided free of charge.

Gashi said, “The Westchester County Board of Legislators is proud to bolster Support Connection's life-changing work for cancer patients and their families during their toughest moments. When someone hears the words ‘you have cancer,’ it can be terrifying for everyone involved. Support Connection steps in at this critical time, offering completely free counseling and support services that help ease fears and provide real comfort to anyone facing breast, ovarian or gynecological cancers. I encourage everyone in our community to learn about and support this vital nonprofit by visiting www.supportconnection.org.”

Legislator Colin Smith (D- Cortlandt, Peekskill, Yorktown said, “I am truly grateful for the opportunity to support an incredible Community-Based Organization like Support Connection. Their approach creates a unique environment of understanding and connection for patients. It’s remarkable that this organization exists in Yorktown, providing such a valuable service to our community. With virtual assistance and toll-free options, they can extend their impact far beyond our local area. I am proud to stand with and support this exceptional organization.”

Support Connection Inc.’s Executive Director Katherine Quinn said, “We are so grateful for the funding provided for our critically needed breast, ovarian and gynecological cancer support services. It is being used to serve the people in Westchester County who turn to us at one of the most challenging times in their lives. Connecting with our peer counselors, who are cancer survivors themselves, provides people dealing with cancer the opportunity to obtain emotional support, educated guidance and participate in wellness programs and educational programs. The funding helps ensure that Support Connection will be there for all who need us. A heartfelt thanks to Vedat Gashi, Chairman of the Board of Legislators and Legislator Colin Smith who believe in our mission and secured this funding.”

Watch the check presentation on YouTube.