Teri Jensen-Sellers, left, greets James Bull, assistant sales manager, Bachman’s Roofing, as a crew arrived to replace the roof on Jensen-Seller’s Pottstown home. The company donated the roof for Jensen-Sellers, a breast cancer survivor, as part of Breast Cancer Awareness month.(Courtesy Bachman’s Roofing and Solar)
(The following is a verbatim press release provided by Bachman's Roofing)
In recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Bachman’s Roofing, which has locations locally at 2401 Bethlehem Pike in Hilltown, donated a new roof to breast cancer survivor Teri Jensen-Sellers of Pottstown, helping alleviate a financial burden and raising awareness of the disease.
Throughout October, the company will also match donations up to $10,000 for the PA Breast Cancer Coalition (PBCC) to support those affected by breast cancer throughout the state.
Jensen-Sellers’ story highlights both the life-saving benefits of regular screenings and the difficult challenges that can follow a diagnosis. A wife and mother of two teenage sons, she was diagnosed with ductal carcinoma in situ (DCIS) in late 2020 after routine testing.
She went into remission in the fall of 2021 but faced infections and other complications that required five operations. During her treatment, she had to take time off from her role as an adjunct social sciences professor and even required a home nurse for six weeks.
The new roof on her Victorian home replaces a 15-year-old roof, saving her family a significant home repair project.
“I’m so grateful to Bachman’s for this gift,” said Jensen-Sellers. “This roof lifts a big worry and allows me to focus on building a brighter future for my family. I also hope my story encourages women to get screened and reminds those who are newly diagnosed that there’s hope.”
Nearly all breast cancers can be treated successfully if found early. When detected at its earliest stage, the five-year survival rate is 98.6 percent, according to the PBCC.
A crew from Bachman’s Roofing installs a roof on the Pottstown home of Teri Jensen-Sellers, a breast cancer survivor. The company installed the roof for Jensen-Sellers and her family to ease the financial burden the family faced to replace their 15-year-old roof. (Courtesy Bachman’s Roofing and Solar)Bachman’s Matching Donations to Support PA Breast Cancer Coalition
For more than 50 years, Pennsylvania homeowners and businesses have trusted Bachman’s for their roofing and home improvement needs. The company is committed to giving back, building stronger communities through initiatives that support local organizations, families and individuals in need.
“Teri’s perseverance inspired all of us at Bachman’s, and we wanted to help ease a major burden for her family while also offering hope to those battling breast cancer,” said Bachman’s Roofing Chief Operating Officer Andrew Hudson. “This is bigger than one roof, which is why we’re supporting the PA Breast Cancer Coalition and calling on our neighbors to join us in the fight by donating this month.”
The PBCC reports there are about 140,000 women in the state living with breast cancer, which is the leading cause of death for women ages 25 to 54. Founded in 1993 with the mission of “finding a cure now… so our daughters don’t have to,” the PBCC represents, supports and serves breast cancer survivors, thrivers, and their families across the state through education, advocacy and research grants.
"This act of kindness by Bachman's Roofing helps to cover a deserving breast cancer survivor in care, protection, and hope," said PA Breast Cancer Coalition President and Founder Pat Halpin-Murphy. "We are deeply grateful to Bachman's for understanding the true impact breast cancer can have on families across Pennsylvania. This new partnership amplifies the PBCC's outreach to survivors, offering the support and healing they deserve. Thank you, Bachman's!"
Bachman’s is inviting the public to make a donation to the PA Breast Cancer Coalition, which the company will match dollar-for-dollar up to $10,000. Ninety-two cents of every dollar goes directly to programs and services.
Donations can be made through the PBCC’s website at www.pabreastcancer.org/bachmans-roofing-donation-page
An aerial view of the Pottstown Victorian home of breast cancer survivor Teri Jensen-Sellers and her family. Bachman’s Roofing recently donated a new roof to Jensen-Sellers. (Courtesy Bachman’s Roofing and Solar)About Bachman’s Roofing & Solar
Bachman’s Roofing is a family-operated company with over 50 years of experience in roofing, exteriors, and solar solutions. Recognized as one of the top 30 roofers nationwide, and renowned for exceptional craftsmanship and outstanding customer service, they proudly serve communities throughout Pennsylvania. As a PRO-preferred partner for Lowe’s Home Improvement Stores, Bachman’s delivers reliable installations and repairs for roofs, gutters, and siding throughout the Tri-State area. Dedicated to quality and community, Bachman’s strives to build lasting relationships and provide innovative solutions that protect and enhance homes and businesses. For more information, visit www.BachmansRoofing.com.
About the PA Breast Cancer Coalition
The PA Breast Cancer Coalition, a 501(c)3 organization, represents, supports and serves breast cancer survivors and their families in Pennsylvania through educational programming, legislative advocacy and breast cancer research grants. The PBCC is a statewide non-profit organization dedicated to finding a cure now…so our daughters don’t have to. For more information, please call 800-377-8828 or visit www.PABreastCancer.org.
