Caring
Since 1967, the Cancer Association has been helping to make a difference in the lives of cancer patients and their families in our communities. When someone is first diagnosed with cancer, the patient and the family must face tremendous challenges surrounding the treatment and recovery. Oftentimes, their entire life is turned upside down in the course of just one day as they struggle to come to terms with the diagnosis and what it means for their health, their family, their work, their financial situation and an uncertain future.
Fortunately, the Cancer Association is ready with assistance for these patients. Through our diverse range of services—from providing nutritional supplements and wigs to the loan of much needed hospital equipment to assisting with treatment transportation and cancer medication costs - we can help families face cancer with caring support along the entire way.
Note from Executive Director
Dear Friends, Love transcends so many aspects of our lives - from love of country to love of family, friends, animals, nature and the list goes on and on. I reflect back on this past year and the love that has been shared here at the Cancer Association. Even though you may not see the wonderful individuals and family members that come through our doors each day, you still care. You care by volunteering your time in the office or at fundraisers; you care either by attending an event or giving a memorial or honorarium. You nurture through your kind words, smiles and overall support. Your love and compassion allowed us to serve more clients in our community who are dealing with the burden and pain of cancer.
James Taylor sings it best: “Ain't it good to know that you've got a friend?” We are so appreciative of everything you do and look forward to working together in the future to help ease some of the burdens that our cancer friends and families are dealing with. Thank you so much for your generosity and support.
I would like to share one of my favorite poems “What Cancer Cannot Do”.
What Cancer Cannot Do
-Author Unknown
Cancer is so limited...
It cannot cripple Love
It cannot shatter Hope
It cannot corrode Faith
It cannot destroy Peace
It cannot kill Friendship
It cannot suppress Memories
It cannot silence Courage
It cannot invade the Soul
It cannot steal Eternal Life
It cannot conquer the Spirit
We are here for you and your family.
Glaydeane S. Lee
Executive Director
During the United Way of the Piedmont's Week of Caring 2008, volunteers from the Merit Group helped organize our library.
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