WHAT WE DO
MySKCle offers various programs and projects to provide emotional and practical support to women battling cancer.

A2B Associates Job Placement
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My Sister’s Keeper partners with A2B Virtual Associates to offer flexible remote job opportunities for women undergoing cancer treatment. This initiative provides roles like administrative support and data entry, helping participants maintain financial stability and purpose while accommodating their health needs. Together, we empower women to build resilience during their cancer journey.
Project Lead(s):
Sherri White

Chaplin Services
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My Sister’s Keeper Cleveland provides a compassionate Chaplain Service offering spiritual support, prayer, and guidance to individuals and families affected by cancer. Led by a dedicated chaplain, this service creates a safe space for reflection and emotional healing, offering comfort, encouragement, and faith throughout their journey.
Project Lead(s):
Mary Wells

Community Based Referral
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My Sister’s Keeper Cleveland collaborates with Unite Us to connect individuals and families to community-based resources, streamlining referrals for essential services like housing, food assistance, and mental health support. This partnership ensures holistic care beyond cancer treatment, fostering resilience and stability for the women and families served.
Project Lead(s):
Tanya Hodge

Float Forward
Active
Find peace, strength, and joy in the water.
Project Lead(s):
J'nay Blackwell

Renew & Rise
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Renew & Rise is a trauma-informed mental health program by My Sister’s Keeper Cleveland , in partnership with Rise Counseling Group, offering personalized support to individuals and families impacted by cancer.
Project Lead(s):
J'nay Blackwell, Sherri White

Boobie Showers
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Boobie Showers are a unique and supportive initiative by My Sister’s Keeper, created to celebrate and empower women preparing for breast surgery related to cancer. Modeled after baby showers, these events provide emotional encouragement, practical gifts, and a nurturing environment to help participants feel cared for and confident. Boobie Showers honor strength and resilience while building a network of support for women on their recovery journey.
Project Lead(s):
Big Sisters

My Sister's Circles
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My Sister's Circle is an online forum initiative by My Sister’s Keeper Cleveland designed to connect women with healthcare professionals and content experts for trusted education on cancer prevention, treatment, and survivorship. Through interactive sessions, participants gain valuable knowledge, ask questions, and access resources to support their health. These forums empower women to make informed decisions while fostering a sense of community and shared learning.
Project Lead(s):
Lavada Tillie

Comfort Keepers: Hospital Companionship & Care
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Comfort Keepers is a heartfelt service by My Sister’s Keeper Cleveland, offering compassionate companionship to sisters facing cancer during their most vulnerable moments. Whether inpatient or outpatient, our dedicated volunteers visit hospitals to sit with sisters, providing a comforting presence, engaging in uplifting conversations, or simply being there to ensure no one feels alone. This service is designed to bring solace, emotional support, and meaningful connections, reminding each sister that she is surrounded by love and care, no matter where she is on her journey.
Project Lead(s):
Sherri White, Tammy White and Devvie Gilner

Empowered to Empower: Warrior Development Program
In development
Empowered to Empower is a transformative initiative by My Sister's Keeper Cleveland designed to equip cancer survivors (warriors) with the tools to mentor newly diagnosed women while fostering their own personal growth. Through skill-building workshops, emotional intelligence training, and advocacy development, participants learn to support others effectively while addressing the emotional impacts of their own cancer journeys. This program empowers warriors to turn their experiences into purpose, creating a ripple effect of healing, resilience, and empowerment within their communities.
Project Lead(s):
Martina Mathews & Jasmin Ross

Thrive Through Care: Personalized Support Kits and Empowerment
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Thrive Through Cancer is a holistic program by My Sister's Keeper Cleveland dedicated to empowering women navigating cancer treatment. Combining personalized Care Kits, tailored services, and educational resources, the program addresses the physical, emotional, and practical challenges of cancer. With a focus on resilience and well-being, Thrive Through Cancer ensures women feel supported, equipped, and empowered to face their journey with strength and confidence.
Project Lead(s):
Tanya Hodge, Sherri White, Diane Richardson, Ursula Burnette, Tara Douglas, J’nay Blackwell

Wig Service: Confidence and Comfort During Treatment
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My Sister's Keeper provides a free wig service for women undergoing cancer treatment, offering a selection of high-quality, donated wigs to help restore confidence and comfort. This service allows women to choose a wig that reflects their personal style in a supportive and welcoming environment, empowering them to feel beautiful and strong during their journey.
Project Lead(s):
Demetria White

Reviving Prayer Circle
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My Sister's Keeper Cleveland's Reviving Prayer Circles offer a virtual space for women impacted by cancer to receive spiritual support and encouragement. These online gatherings foster connection, faith, and collective prayer, providing participants with strength, hope, and a sense of community during their journey.
Project Lead(s):
Lavada Tillie, CNP & Demetria White

Nourish to Flourish: Personalized Nutrition for Healing and Empowerment
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My Sister's Keeper Cleveland provides personalized nutrition counseling, led by Latonya Fore-Williams, to empower women undergoing cancer treatment with tailored dietary guidance that promotes healing, well-being, and optimal health.
Project Lead(s):
Dr. Latonya Fore-Williams

Meal Service: Nourishment During Treatment
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My Sister's Keeper Cleveland offers a meal service for women undergoing active cancer treatment, providing nutritious, ready-to-eat meals delivered daily to ease the burden of meal preparation and support their recovery, subject to advance booking and funding availability.
Project Lead(s):
Devvie Gilner, Ananya Jain, Davida Franklin, Dr. Latonya Fore

Big Sister Program: Peer Mentorship and Support
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The Big Sister Program at My Sister's Keeper pairs cancer survivors with women undergoing treatment to provide personalized mentorship, emotional support, and guidance, fostering strong relationships that empower women to navigate their cancer journey with confidence and resilience.
Project Lead(s):
Martina Walker & Tanya Hodge

Sisters' Soirees: A Space for Healing and Connection
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Sisters' Soirees, hosted monthly by My Sister's Keeper Cleveland , are healing and creative gatherings for women impacted by cancer, featuring therapeutic activities like art therapy and candle making, alternating between A Resin to Play (even months) and MySKCle Board of Directors-led sessions (odd months).
Project Lead(s):
J'nay Blackwell

Sisters in Sync: Empowering Wellness for All Women
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Sisters in Sync is a wellness program by My Sister's Keeper that fosters unity and empowerment for women of all backgrounds through workshops, fitness, mindfulness, and supportive connections.
Project Lead(s):
Demetria White

Warrior’s Refuge: Transitional Housing for Cancer Survivors
In development
Warrior’s Refuge is a transformative initiative by My Sister’s Keeper Cleveland designed to provide safe, temporary housing for women battling cancer who are facing housing instability. This program offers a secure and nurturing environment for cancer survivors experiencing eviction or foreclosure, ensuring they have a place to heal and rebuild their lives during and after treatment. With access to essential resources and a supportive community, Warrior’s Refuge helps empower women on their journey to recovery, offering stability and hope when it’s needed most.
Project Lead(s):
Sherri White & Demetria White

Waiting Room Watchers
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Waiting Room Watchers is a supportive service offered by My Sister’s Keeper Cleveland to help mothers undergoing cancer treatment attend appointments without the added worry of childcare. This initiative provides trained sitters who engage with children in hospital waiting areas, allowing moms to focus fully on their health and healing.
Project Lead(s):
Sherri White, Demetria White, & J'nay Blackwell