Discover who we are

Discover who we are

OUR MISSION

ALAS-WINGS’ mission is to advocate for and improve the lives of breast cancer survivors through education, mental health programs, and emotional support groups for Hispanic/Latina women and their families.

All ALAS-WINGS’ programs are free and conducted in Spanish.

ALAS-WINGS, a 501(c)(3) non-for-profit organization, is dedicated to empowering Hispanic/Latina breast cancer survivors by providing comprehensive education, support, and resources for women facing a breast cancer diagnosis. ALAS emerged from the dreams and passion of one Latina breast cancer survivor and has grown to become the preeminent Hispanic/Latina breast cancer support organization in Chicago.

ALAS has established strong relationships with cancer centers, major hospitals, and community organizations throughout Chicagoland that provide support for uninsured and underserved Hispanic/Latina women and their families.

ALAS distinguishes itself from other breast cancer organizations by offering personalized, vital services in every phase of the breast cancer journey, from diagnosis through survivorship. In addition to offering support groups, mental health programs, and other activities that include yoga and nutritional education, ALAS works with communities to support breast cancer screening and to provide counseling and advocacy for women navigating the challenges of cancer treatment.

Since the beginning of the pandemic, ALAS transitioned to a 100% virtual platform to continue providing education, mental health, yoga, and support group services. Through our virtual platforms, we now reach women and institutions globally. ALAS participants and speakers are from the US, and Latin America.

The goal of ALAS is to enable Hispanic/Latina women to receive the very best care and encouragement possible so they can move beyond cancer and live fulfilled and happy lives. ALAS has the desire, commitment and knowledge required to accomplish this goal.

 

Our Team

Judith Guitelman

Executive Director

Jeanette Gonzalez
Program Consultant
Georgia Hutchins
Intake Coordinator
Sue Merlos
Program Coordinator

Board of Directors

Advisory Board

Rosalinda Alvarado

MD
Rush University Medical Center

Dan J. Epstein

Managing Partner
Edgeline Capital

Yamilé Molina

PhD
University of Illinois Cancer Center

Marina Rostein

MBA
NVNG

Viviana Ploper

LCPC
Mental Health First Aid Instructor

Claudia Tellez

MD
Northwestern Medical Group

Thank you to our Funders & Sponsors