citizensmemorial.com 13 CMH Foundation supports cancer patients In fiscal year 2024, the Citizens Memorial Health Care Foundation provided support to cancer patients at the Carrie J. Babb Cancer Center in these ways: 3,707 complimentary lunches for cancer patients. 1,200 uncompensated patient and family visits by social workers and dietitians at the Carrie J. Babb Cancer Center. 348 free cases of nutritional supplements given to patients at the Carrie J. Babb Cancer Center. 104 hygiene kits for cancer patients. Learn more about donating to the CMH Foundation at cmhbolivar.info/ giving. You can designate gifts for the Cancer Center. Or contact Tara Akins at development@citizensmemorial.com or 417-328-6318. Support groups CMH Cancer Survivors Gathering Support Group: Open to current and former cancer patients, their families and caregivers. Meetings are on the last Friday of each month from 10 to 11 a.m. at the Tremain Family Hospitality House. CMH Women’s Support Group: Offers a welcoming space for women to connect and share their experiences with cancer or blood disorders, whether personally or as caregivers. This group provides an opportunity to share personal stories, celebrate victories, and find encouragement and support. Meetings are on the last Wednesday of each month from 2 to 3 p.m. at the Tremain Family Hospitality House. For more information about either group, call Julie Hicks at 417-328-7055. compassionate staff they know and trust. And CMH will go on providing nutritional counseling and social services for patients at the Carrie J. Babb Cancer Center. Partners for complete cancer care “We value our long-standing partnership with Central Care in providing quality cancer care in this region,” says Michael Calhoun, CEO/Executive Director of CMH and CMH Foundation. “This collaboration ensures that patients will continue to receive care from trusted medical professionals and have access to the best possible oncology services.” “We are proud to continue our collaboration with Citizens Memorial,” says Alfredo Lopez, CEO of Central Care. “Together, we are strengthening our shared commitment to patient-centered care, ensuring individuals have access to expert oncology services, advanced treatments and compassionate support close to home.” This joint effort enhances care coordination and supports continued innovation in cancer treatment for the region. As a social worker at the Carrie J. Babb Cancer Center, Julie Hicks helps patients with needs beyond medical care. She helps them find resources for support during their cancer journeys. with a thrift store for clothing and a food pantry for meals. She also tracked down resources through Jennifer’s disability benefits to help them purchase an RV to make their new home. “It’s not just about offering support during a devastating time in their lives,” Julie says. “It’s about honoring their bravery, being their cheerleader with encouragement.” Jennifer also appreciates her medical providers’ compassion. “Dr. [Penelope] Harris will take the time to just listen,” Jennifer says. “She calms me down. It’s been a long, hard haul, but this place has been a light—it never shut the door on us.”
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