LivingWell thrives on public support
September is the fifth anniversary of the opening of the LivingWell Cancer Resource Center in Geneva, and I would like to recognize our community of supporters who have made our tremendous growth possible.
In five short years, LivingWell has provided more than 30 programs and services to 8,217 cancer patients, cancer survivors, caregivers and family members facing cancer. All of our programs and services - cancer education and nutrition; individual and family counseling; support groups; and wellness activities, including yoga and massage therapy, are all provided free to our participants.
Our ability to provide free services to everyone coming through our doors would not be possible without the generosity of this community.
Special thanks to the Delnor Health System, which recognized the need for a community-based cancer resource center several years ago. We are also grateful to the people in the community, service organizations and foundations who support our mission.
The statistics are frightening - half of all men and one third of all women will be diagnosed with cancer in their lifetime. Giant strides are being made through research and better treatment outcomes, but more needs to be done.
Last month the American College of Surgeons put forth new standards of care for cancer that specifically address the psychosocial needs of cancer patients. They validate the mission and programs of LivingWell Cancer Resource Center.
On behalf of the board and staff of LivingWell, please know how much I appreciate your support of the hundreds of cancer patients and their families who have learned that they can count on LivingWell to make their journey with cancer a little bit easier.
Nancy Vance
Batavia
Executive Director
LivingWell Cancer Resource Center