Cancer Society seeks licensed cosmetologists

BANGOR – The American Cancer Society is seeking licensed cosmetologists who are interested in becoming trained volunteers for its Look Good? Feel Better program. Hair stylists, wig experts and aestheticians are invited to free training sessions 5:30-8:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 20, at Pierre’s School of Cosmetology, 639 Broadway.

Look Good? Feel Better is a free, community-based, national service that helps women undergoing cancer treatment learn to cope with the appearance-related side effects treatment, and to regain a sense of self-confidence and control over their lives. The program was founded and developed by the Cosmetology, Toiletry and Fragrance Association Foundation, a charitable organization supported by the cosmetic industry, in cooperation with the American Cancer Society and the National Cosmetology Association.

Volunteers and program participants do not promote any cosmetic line or manufacturer. The cosmetics in the complimentary kit have been donated or provided free of charge.

Certified volunteers can participate in the Look Good…Feel Better program as a group program at a local hospital, community center or beauty salon; in conjunction with other American Cancer Society patient programs such as I Can Cope and Reach to Recovery or as a free one-time consultation.

Interested licensed cosmetologists may call Debbie Seybold at the American Cancer Society at (800) 464-3102, Press 3, to register or to receive more information.