Ribbon of Hope
Our Ribbon of Hope health care specialty boutique offers a variety of products,
apparel and gift items to help recent surgery and cancer patients feel
good about their image and build self-esteem and confidence.
Conveniently located in the Medical Plaza, across from the Miriam and Hugh
Nunnally Maternity Center on the Brunswick Campus, Ribbon of Hope is a
retail boutique where shoppers can find skin care products, designer wigs,
clothing, jewelry and other fun gifts in an inviting, comfortable setting.
Women who have undergone breast surgery will find an extensive inventory
to help them restore their sense of femininity and self-confidence. Our
boutique coordinator is a certified mastectomy fitter and can help women
find a personalized fit and can also consult with doctors as needed. In
addition to the boutique offerings, catalogs are available to order specialty
items, which can be received within a few days.
Wigs and hairpieces are available in a wide assortment of styles and shades,
offering variety for patients facing hair loss, or to anyone looking for
a new hair style or color change.
Children's products include wigs, hats, clothing and an assortment of toys.
Specialty gift items range from framed art, jewelry, handbags, candles, and more.
Ribbon of Hope services and products include:
- Breast enhancers: commercial and custom-made
- Breast forms in a variety of shapes and sizes including classic silicone
forms and custom prosthetics
- Compression garments
- Headwear: Wigs, hair pieces, caps, turbans and scarves
- Post-mastectomy bras for sports and leisure
- Post-radiation lotions
- Surgical camisoles with pockets for drainage pouches
- Swimwear with pockets for prosthetics
- T-shirts and hats
- Wig styling by appointment
Insurance Coverage
Many insurance companies and Medicare will cover up to six bras per year
for patients who have undergone breast cancer surgery—with a doctor's
order. For details on coverage, contact your insurance provider.
The boutique provides a comfortable, private space where you can try on
products that help you heal physically and emotionally. Come visit or
call us for more information.
Visit Us!
Appointments are required for prosthetic fittings and wig styling.
Call for after hour appointments
Hours:
Monday – Friday, 8 a.m.- 5 p.m.
Healthy Partners Articles
Ribbon of Hope
Healthy Partners, Fall 2021
We offer a specialty boutique, called Ribbon of Hope. Conveniently located
in the Medical Plaza, across from the Miriam & Hugh Nunnally Maternity
Care Center on the Brunswick Campus, Ribbon of Hope offers a wide variety
of postsurgery and cancer care products, apparel and gift items. Stephanie
Barwick, the shop coordinator, is also a certified mastectomy fitter (CMF).
She provides custom fittings for breast prostheses, mastectomy bras and
lymphedema garments.
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