MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, Fla. — A Miami-Dade cancer survivor is continuing her mission to support patients facing one of life’s toughest battles, and thanks to a partnership sparked by Good News South Florida, her nonprofit has received a helping hand to continue its work.
Rosemary Carrera, founder of 305 Pink Pack, created the nonprofit after her own battle with Stage 2 breast cancer. Following months of chemotherapy and radiation, she said she wanted to ensure others wouldn’t have to navigate treatment alone.
“Unless you’ve been through a cancer diagnosis, you have no idea what it’s like,” Carrera said.
A licensed optometrist, wife and mother, Carrera founded 305 Pink Pack in 2020 to help bridge the gap between a cancer diagnosis and everyday life. The organization connects patients with essential resources, including transportation to treatments, childcare assistance and practical support during recovery.
“We will connect you to what you need and what can help you during this time,” Carrera said.
In addition to support services, the nonprofit provides cancer patients with “chemo kits” filled with items designed to ease the side effects of treatment, including lip balm, personal care products and other comfort items.
“We are always in need of more chemo kits,” Carrera said. “We just went through our last batch.”
That need prompted a surprise partnership.
During a recent visit, Local 10 Community Relations Director Mayte Padron introduced Carrera to Renee De Bien, manager of Walgreens Specialty Pharmacy, a division that helps patients manage chronic and complex medical conditions.
“We just hold their hand throughout their journey, at least so they are just able to focus on healing,” De Bien said.
Walgreens Specialty Pharmacy donated enough supplies to replenish the nonprofit’s chemo kits, providing every item on Carrera’s wish list. The donation included essentials such as cough drops, moisturizing products, socks and other comfort items frequently requested by patients undergoing treatment.
The surprise didn’t end there.
On behalf of Local 10 viewers and Good News South Florida, Padron also presented Carrera with a $500 donation to support the organization’s mission.
Carrera said community support allows 305 Pink Pack to continue serving cancer patients when they need it most, helping them focus less on daily challenges and more on healing.
The nonprofit is seeking additional volunteers and donations. Community members can support the organization by hosting fundraisers, volunteering to drive cancer patients to treatment appointments or donating supplies for future chemo kits.
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