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Link to life

Link to Life is dedicated to providing comprehensive support to cancer patients and their families. This support extends beyond hospital care and includes services at our two centres in Vacoas and Pamplemousses. We understand the challenges that come with a cancer diagnosis and strive to offer a compassionate and supportive environment for all those affected.

 

In addition to emotional and practical support, Link to Life places a strong emphasis on early detection. We offer screening services for breast cancer, cervical cancer, prostate cancer, and colon cancer. These screenings are available by appointment, ensuring timely and thorough examinations. Our commitment is to help detect cancer early, significantly improving the chances of successful treatment and recovery.

 

Accreditation Number with the National Social Inclusion Foundation: N/1063

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Services offered

Link to Life offers a wide range of services to support cancer patients and their families. Our dedicated team provides:

  • Information about different types of cancers and available treatments.
  • Listening service for patients to express their concerns and receive emotional support.
  • Transportation assistance for the underprivileged to Victoria hospital in Candos and the new cancer hospital in solferino for their treatments.
  • Wig rentals to those who need them.
  • Group discussions with current and former cancer patients.
  • Monthly support group meetings for individuals with ostomies.
  • Laughter therapy sessions designed to uplift the spirits of patients.
  • Creative art workshops for children undergoing treatment at link to life in Vacoas.
  • Monthly group therapy sessions for patients.
  • Early cancer detection screenings: Breast cancer screenings via palpation and mammography, and cervical cancer screenings (pap smears) conducted by qualified doctors.
  • Wellness sessions including sophrology, Zumba, and Tai Chi.
  • Therapeutic massages such as general and lymphatic massages (for lymphedema).
  • Breast prosthesis assistance to support women needing external breast prostheses or mastectomy-adapted bras.
  • Awareness campaigns and prevention programmes are conducted in companies, community centres, and schools.
  • Home visits for patients who are unable to travel to our centres.

 

Our second centre is located at Powder Mill Street, Pamplemousses (behind the SSRN Hospital), and operates:

  • Monday to Friday: 9 AM - 4 PM
  • Saturday: 9 AM - 12 PM

Beneficiaries: Link to Life serves a total of 600 patients, with approximately 7000 women having been screened for breast cancer and 600 men for prostate cancer.

History

In 2002, a group of volunteers, most of whom had personal experiences with cancer, began meeting at the Floreal Women Centre on Saturdays. The association was officially established in 2003, and efforts were made to secure a dedicated centre. In March 2006, the government provided a building in Vacoas, and the centre has been operational since April 2006. A second facility was established in Pamplemousses in 2010.

 

Link to Life has been registered with the Registrar of Associations since November 2003. It is also a member of MACOSS and the Union for International Cancer Control (UICC).

Objectives
  • To offer psychological and practical support to cancer patients and their families.
  • To raise awareness among men, women, and children about all types of cancers.
  • To facilitate early detection of cancer.
Main achievements
  • Over 60 campaigns conducted and more than 3000 people screened annually across the island in companies, community centres, and schools.
  • Link to Life offers a wide range of early detection screenings for both men and women, including prostate, colon, breast, and cervical cancer.
  • The organisation is equipped with state-of-the-art mammography ultrasound machines for accurate breast cancer screenings.
Sources of funding

Link to Life's actions are supported through various funding sources including:

  • NSIF (National Social Inclusion Foundation)
  • Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Contributions from Companies
  • Fundraising Activities and Donations

 

The annual budget for Link to Life is Rs 7 million.