Penguin Cold Cap Services
(650) 465-7397
Additional Resources for Patients and Families
Books
This book is the personal testimony of Cherael Ross during her time battling cancer. She provides tips and tricks used during chemotherapy that helped her cope with the side effects of the treatment.
In Mom's Magical Crown, a touching narrative unfolds as a family bravely confronts the challenges of a mom undergoing chemotherapy. Faced with the prospect of losing her hair, Mom embarks on a journey of hope and a touch of “magic” through cold capping to preserve her hair. This heartfelt story is more than a tale, it's a guide to initiate meaningful discussions with young children facing similar circumstances.
Cancer assistance programs
Penguin Cold Caps White Glove Service has worked with Hair to Stay for many years to provide grants for low income patients to receive cold capping treatment. To date, HairToStay has has awarded more than $4,934,000 in subsidies to more than 7588 recipients who would otherwise have been unable to afford to save their hair.
BACC's mission is to support anyone affected by breast or ovarian cancer with personalized services that inform and empower. They provide a range of services including support groups, counseling, a wig and bra boutique, wellness classes, expansive medical research services, a Resource Center and so much more.
The Second Opinion provides free multidisciplinary, comprehensive second opinions to adults in California diagnosed with new or recurrent cancers. Our goal is to ensure that every cancer patient has access to a second opinion and is empowered to make informed medical decisions.