Now in its fourth yr, CancerCare’s Share the Heat program supplied new, heat coats to 75 people aged 50+ who’re in energetic therapy for most cancers in December. For individuals already dealing with the emotional, monetary and bodily challenges of most cancers, staying heat throughout the colder months might be an additional problem. By offering free coats, CancerCare lightens the burden of affording heat garments for the winter.
“It’s so lovely and suits completely prefer it was made for me,” shared one Share the Heat recipient. “Thanks a lot. It’s one of many nicest coats I’ve gotten.”
“Share the Heat not solely supplies purchasers with a heat winter coat but additionally a way of care and luxury throughout their most cancers expertise,” stated Danielle Saff, LCSW, CancerCare’s Older Grownup Program Supervisor and Medical Supervisor. “We’re so grateful to our social work crew for guaranteeing the coats had been delivered in time for the colder months.”
“Share the Heat instantly impacts our purchasers’ lives in a tangible means,” stated Sarah Tennenhaus, LMSW, oncology social employee at CancerCare. “The optimistic suggestions for this program is extremely rewarding and highlights the necessity we’re assembly for our purchasers.”
CancerCare is grateful to all our supporters and devoted workers who make our Share the Heat Program and all of our free companies potential. For extra data on CancerCare’s sources and companies out there to older adults impacted by most cancers, please go to https://www.cancercare.org/older_adults or name our toll-free Hopeline at 800‑813‑HOPE (4673).