Breast Cancer Awareness Month: How CompleteOK Supports Patients and Families

Understanding Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Each October, Breast Cancer Awareness Month shines a light on one of the most common cancers affecting women in the United States. It is a time to raise awareness, encourage early detection, and honor those who are fighting, have survived, or have lost their lives to breast cancer. In Oklahoma, where access to timely healthcare can sometimes be a challenge in rural communities, raising awareness is especially important.

Why Early Detection Matters

Early detection through screenings such as mammograms significantly improves outcomes. According to the American Cancer Society, when breast cancer is found early, the five-year survival rate can be as high as 99%. Education, prevention, and access to care remain at the heart of Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

CompleteOK’s Role in Breast Cancer Care

At CompleteOK, we provide a continuum of in-home care services that support patients at every stage of their breast cancer journey. From recovery after surgery to advanced symptom management, our care teams help patients remain safe and supported in their homes.

Home Services

Under the Medicaid Advantage program, VA Homemaker, Medically Fragile, and Living Choice, CompleteOK Home Services can provide:

• Assistance with activities of daily living

• Meal planning and prepping

• Light housekeeping and laundry

• Running errands and grocery shopping

• And more for those who qualify

Home Health Services

For patients recovering from lumpectomies, mastectomies, or reconstructive surgeries, CompleteOK Home Health provides:

• Skilled nursing for wound care and post-surgical monitoring

• Physical therapy to restore mobility and strength

• Occupational therapy to assist with daily activities during recovery

• Speech therapy and other rehabilitative services as needed

Palliative Care Support

When breast cancer progresses, Palliative Care can be introduced alongside curative treatments. CompleteOK Palliative Care focuses on:

• Managing complex symptoms such as fatigue, nausea, and pain

• Offering emotional support to patients and families

• Providing education to improve quality of life

Hospice Care for Advanced Illness

When treatment is no longer effective, CompleteOK Hospice Care offers whole-person support for both patients and families. Our hospice team includes nurses, aides, social workers, and chaplains dedicated to ensuring dignity, comfort, and compassion at the end of life.

How Families and Communities Can Help

Supporting loved ones during Breast Cancer Awareness Month goes beyond wearing pink. Families can:

• Encourage regular screenings and self-exams

• Provide emotional support during treatments

• Connect with community resources for counseling, transportation, and nutrition assistance

In Oklahoma, local organizations such as the Susan G. Komen Oklahoma Chapter provide valuable resources for patients and families.

Breast Cancer Awareness Month and CompleteOK

At CompleteOK, we are proud to be a locally and nurse-owned company, serving communities across Oklahoma with compassion and expertise. Our nurses, therapists, and caregivers are dedicated to helping breast cancer patients live safely at home while receiving the specialized care they need.

If you or a loved one are facing breast cancer, please reach out to us for a no-cost evaluation to see how our team can help support your journey. We are "Neighbors Caring for Neighbors"!