AM I A CLIENT?
A SOUL RYEDERS’ client is anyone who has ever been diagnosed with cancer. Whether you are newly diagnosed, experiencing a recurrence or are in remission, we are here to support you. Everyone of our clients is a person first and one size does not fit all. SOUL RYEDERS will help ensure that you are surrounded by community and supported by those who understand each phase – from diagnosis, through treatment and beyond.
Many of us at SOUL RYEDERS have been clients or caregivers ourselves and we understand the roller coaster: the good days and the not-so-good ones. We understand how to meet you where you are and the vital role that your personal support system plays in keeping life as stable as possible. We have created our programs with this unique perspective in mind. Beyond our own offerings, we can connect you with well-established organizations that provide additional services which could be beneficial to you.
THE FIRST STEP
The first step is to speak with one of our experienced Client Navigators who will get to know you, learn about your support system, and provide personalized guidance about our programs and resources. Simply fill out this brief form or call us at 914-412-4884 and one of our Client Navigators will be in touch shortly.
Rest assured, your Client Navigator will be there to confidentially guide and support you for as little or long as you need.
SOME OF OUR CLIENT OFFERINGS
Client Intake Coordinator
SOCIAL WORKER: Stacy Weissberg, LCSW (pictured)
LEARN MORE: Visit our Client page
CONTACT: Submit New Client Form, via email (soul@soulryeders.org) or phone 914.412.4884
Our Client Intake Coordinator is often the first point of contact a client has with SOUL RYEDERS. Whether a client is newly diagnosed, experiencing a recurrence, or in remission, SOUL RYEDERS offers a wide spectrum of programs, emotional support and individualized resources. Our experienced Client Intake Coordinator provides personalized guidance for each of our clients and routinely assess the evolving needs those we serve. Each client talks with them one-on-one to decide how to best navigate each phase of their personal and complex cancer experience.
The Wig Exchange
Visit: Our Wig Program
Private Sessions
Confidential One-on-One Sessions
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Mondays with SOUL RYEDERS
Mondays with SOUL RYEDERS invites women with cancer to visit our partner salon, one dedicated Monday each month for complimentary hair and spa services, emotional support and information about local cancer-related resources. Depending on availability, we offer our Clients one or more services including pre-chemo haircut/head shaving, manicures, makeup application (with focus on eyelashes and eyebrows), massage, reflexology, reiki, wig styling, relaxation and emotional support. Our Wig Advisors from The Wig Exchange are also on hand for wig fittings. We also offer our Clients light, healthy refreshments donated by our volunteers.
Support Groups
Client Support Groups: Young Survivors Group, What's Next? Group, Chronic & Advanced Cancer Check-In
Contact: Email us at client@soulryeders.org if you are interested in learning more or joining one of our groups.
At SOUL RYEDERS, we recognize that being with people facing similar circumstances can be helpful. We have some support groups with more specific focus. Currently, the groups are monthly live sessions, but will also include a way to stay connected with each other in-between each live session.
YOGA 4 CANCER
Yoga4Cancer (Y4C) is a methodology researched and developed by Tari Prinster, designed specifically for cancer patients and survivors at all stages. SOUL RYEDERS’ Y4C class is taught by y4c-certified instructors who are also cancer survivors. The class aims to invigorate the body, calm the mind, alleviate fear of recurrence, and embrace the spirit.
Meditation & Conversation
This weekly program includes a guided meditation followed by a chance to talk with our meditation guides. Directly following the meditation and discussion, there will be a facilitated discussion focused on the impact of a cancer diagnosis and coping skills.
Stretch & Balance Workshop
SOUL RYEDERS offers monthly workshops focused on various topics for our clients and caregivers. Most workshops are virtual.
SOUL RYEDERS Half Marathon & 5k
Visit our page: SOUL RYEDERS Half Marathon & 5K
Wigs Without Borders®
Wigs Without Borders®
Visit Our Page: Wigs Without Borders®
Wigs Without Borders®, a program created by SOUL RYEDERS, helps provide wigs to women with cancer in developing countries where cancer-related resources are critically lacking. Through our interactions with professionals working in low resource countries, we learned that in certain cultures, cancer is thought to be contagious and women, in particular, are often shunned by their communities once they are diagnosed with cancer. These women, in certain cultures, are considered to have evil spirits, are no longer deemed useful members of their communities or tribes, and are typically treated as outcasts. For these women, wearing a wig is not simply about normalcy or vanity — it can literally alter the course of their lives.
MEET OUR CLIENT CARE TEAM
SALLY JOYCE
Sally is our Intake Coordinator and the first point of contact for our Clients & Caregivers
STACY WEISSBERG
Stacy is a licensed oncology social worker and our Director of Client Services.