P.O. Box 463 • Scotch Plains, NJ 07076 • Office (908) 389-9299 • Fax (908) 317-5074 
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New Hope for Recoverers (NHFR) is a not-for-profit Christian cancer and support organization founded in 2001. Its founder, Eva Jefferson, a breast cancer survivor, experienced a lack of support during her recovery. As an African American she endeavored to make a difference, specifically within the African American community. Out of this experience, NHFR was born to assist male and female cancer patients, cancer survivors and their caregiver(s) from a physical, financial or spiritual perspective. We exist for all people because cancer does not discriminate. However, we aim to educate, particularly, those within minority communities on early detection and preventive measures on breast, ovarian and prostate cancer; various treatments; referral agencies and programs. What do we hope to accomplish?
Do your home work, go to cancer sites and read the information available. There are many with great information. Keeping the minority community abreast of medical advancements and provide information that will assist patients recovering from cancer. Learning to change our Healthcare habits thus making a difference in the death rate of African-American and other minorities. New Hope for Recoverers Mission: To educate the African American community and the underrepresented on the importance of preventive measures and early detection for breast cancer and proper diet, health and lifestyle changes. |
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| Why We Are So Concerned We are concerned because African Americans are afflicted less with breast cancer; yet die more often than Caucasians. We are usually diagnosed in later stages and often may not be told of the various treatments that are available other then chemotherapy or radiation. |
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About the Founder . . . A Woman of Vision
While in recovery, Jefferson reached out to other organizations for support, but unfortunately, found concern and empathy lacking. Whether due to being a woman of color, age or apathy, she may not ever know, but one thing was lucid, her experience could have been better. A conversation with fellow survivors proved her experience not to be an isolated case. However, what proved to be more alarming was the mortality rate amongst African Americans diagnosed with cancer compared to their Caucasian counterparts. Therefore, education became key in developing NHFR's mission, which is to educate the African American community and the underrepresented on the importance of the preventive measures and early detection of cancer and proper diet, health and lifestyle changes.
Jefferson has recently completed, The ABC's of Cancer for African Americans, a booklet providing information about cancer. She has been a featured guest on News 12 New Jersey with Della Crews and radio programs sharing her story. Faithful members and volunteers help to support NHFR. Many of its members are cancer survivors or family members of those diagnosed with the disease. |
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"She's more than a survivor; she's a thriver". After her personal bout with breast cancer in 1997, her destiny and life's purpose was found. A caring and compassionate person who put her faith and trust in God, Eva Jefferson, who thrives on life, determined not to allow the dreadful disease of cancer to stop her from the business of living. Cancer may have taken away something tangible, but she vowed it would never take away the intangible, her zest for life. Founder and CEO, Jefferson, charged with a mission and armed with a vision, set out to make a difference with the genesis of New Hope for Recoverers, Inc. (NHFR) in 2001. 
NHFR, which Jefferson views as a ministry, initially served women, regardless of age, nationality or religious affiliation, by coming together sharing their personal stories and comforting others facing cancer. Over the months, it became evident that men as well needed support and the focus of NHFR widened to include men diagnosed or had survived prostate cancer. Upon doing so, NHFR humbly serves both men, women and their caregiver(s)afflicted with breast, ovarian, lymphoma or prostate cancer. Under her guidance, NHFR partners with churches, hosting Health Fairs in conjunction with area hospitals to meet the needs of cancer patients and their caregivers, providing referrals, transportation and counseling services. Its "I Care Too" Healthcare Seminars provide support and pertinent information to groups, while its innovative "I Care Too" Home Parties afford patients the comfort and ease of Breaking the Silence about their own personal experience with cancer in a more intimate setting. Further, the "I Care Too" Tea Party and Walk-A-Thon are annual events honoring cancer survivors and promoting cancer awareness. 
Known for her compassion, Jefferson devised a plan to combine NHFR's efforts to educate women and men through the development of a novel youth program. Jefferson believes that to help change the statistics within the African American community, it is vital to involve our youth. "There is still so much to be done and NHFR recognizes that to meet the needs, continued partnerships with the community and organizations on various levels are vital to its work," says Jefferson.