Be
A Volunteer
Multiple
volunteer opportunities exist. Meet new friends and have fun working
on our annual fundraising events or attend our volunteer training
program and become a CSF Patient Volunteer. How about driving
patients to treatment? Prospective volunteers are invited to contact
the office at:
562.799.3131
Patient
Visitor Volunteer
The
Cancer Support Foundation volunteer receives a minimum of 24 hours
of training, plus continuing education and support sessions on
a monthly basis. The volunteer maintains the patient’s confidentiality
and is committed to preserving the dignity and personal choices
of the patient. The volunteer’s services may include:
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Providing
emotional support to newly diagnosed cancer patients and offering
information and resources to those living with cancer;
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Assisting
families whose loved one is bedridden at home or is hospitalized
by providing respite care and running errands;
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Providing
transportation to and from medical treatments;
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Visitation
of cancer patients hospitalized at Los Alamitos Medical Center;
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Offering
support and guidance during the final stage of life and assisting
the family through bereavement.
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Support
Groups for such topics as breast cancer, other cancers, and bereavement.
Board
of Directors
The
Cancer Support Foundation is governed by the Board of Directors.
Participants include community leaders, physicians,and local business
leaders. The Board oversees patient
programs, public relations and all financial aspects. The Board
of Directors meets monthly at Los Alamitos Medical Center.
The Cancer Support Foundation Board Members
| Diane Appling, Business Owner |
Deborah Mather, PH.D., Psychologist |
| Colleen Bidwell, Registered Nurse/Clinical Manager |
Allen McLean, Business Owner |
| Lynn Hermstad, Community Volunteer |
Tom Stretz, Nonprofit Executive |
| Cheryl Johnson, Business Owner |
Nancy Gibbs, Program Facilitator |
Utilize
Our Speakers Bureau
We
have volunteers available to speak at your business, club, or
service organization. Your group can be made aware of our services
and programs by inviting one of our speakers to attend your organization’s
event. If your organization uses speakers as part of your program
please consider inviting one of ours to speak to your group!
CALL
562.799.3131