Support for women diagnosed with cancer

Thanks to the generosity of people like you, our shelter in Monterrey remains a space of comfort, hope, and care for women diagnosed with cancer and their caregivers. From April to August of this year, we welcomed 52 new women, benefiting a total of 129 individuals, including both patients and their companions.

During this period, in addition to providing lodging, meals, psychological support, lymphedema therapy, nursing care, and medications, we introduced new activities aimed at enhancing the emotional well-being of our patients. One of the most meaningful was a visit to the Monterrey Archaeological Museum, which allowed them to break away from the hospital routine and reconnect with culture, history, and themselves. We also launched our now-popular "Movie Day" at the shelter, screening films accompanied by freshly made popcorn from a machine generously donated by our supporters. These moments of enjoyment have been deeply appreciated by the women, as they bring joy and relief amid the challenges of treatment.

One of the women we had the honor of supporting is Sandra, a 48-year-old from Acuña, Coahuila, who arrived at Cruz Rosa Monterrey on July 14, 2025, after being diagnosed with breast cancer. Upon arrival, she felt disoriented, afraid, and anxious about starting treatment in an unfamiliar city. From day one, she received guidance on her medical journey, and over the following weeks, both she and her companion actively participated in psychological and volunteer activities, finding a supportive and hopeful community within Cruz Rosa. Sandra received comprehensive care, including oncological rehabilitation, psychological support, and specialized items such as a breast prosthesis. In her final week, she celebrated the end of this stage during the Pink Runway, a symbolic event marking the completion of her treatment. On August 1st, Sandra left Cruz Rosa with a renewed outlook: strong, positive, and full of hope for the future.

While we are encouraged by these successes, we continue to face significant challenges. One of the main concerns is the ongoing cost of maintaining our facilities, which is essential to ensuring a safe and functional environment. This includes regular repairs to the elevator, air conditioning systems, water tank, and other shelter areas. In addition, the growing number of admission requests requires us to strengthen our operational capacity to continue offering comprehensive care without compromising the quality of our services.

Thank you for continuing to walk alongside Cruz Rosa and for giving so many women the chance to keep living with dignity, strength, and hope. Your support transforms lives.

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