Mid-Year Update

The mission and vision of Hope Cancer Resources are framed on the desk of each employee in our office. They remind us every day what we're here to do and where we are headed. When we look back at our numbers from the last six months we are humbled by the work we have done, and the message that those numbers embody - that our work is vital to the quality of life in Northwest Arkansas.

We are fortunate to be able to make a difference in the lives of our friends and neighbors every day, but we look forward to the day that cancer is cured and our services are no longer needed. Take a look at what we have done to serve Northwest Arkansas with compassionate and professional cancer support and education since the first of the year.

Since January 1st...

• Our social workers have assessed 860 new cancer patients in local oncology clinics;

• We have provided $35,057 in prescription assistance, and helped patients receive another $101,757 from pharmaceutical company programs;

• We have provided $106,163 in direct financial assistance to patients who needed support as they went through treatment;

• We distributed $33,510 in gas cards to patients needing help paying for their trips to and from their medical appointments;

• Emotional support services, including support groups and counseling, were provided to 1,395 people;

• Our Spanish interpreter provided language assistance for 114 patients;

• Our drivers transported patients over 79,500 miles to and from medical appointments associated with their cancer diagnosis;

• Our volunteers donated 2,815 hours of service to our staff and patients;

• Cancer prevention and education information was shared with 671 individuals;

• Smoking cessation counseling was provided to 155 individuals in need;

• We provided 338 free cancer screenings to individuals who are under-insured or uninsured.

Join us in the fight against cancer and to support our neighbors who are dealing with the disease by making a gift, volunteering, attending an event, or inviting us to present prevention information at your civic club or place of employment. Call 479-361-5847 to find out how you can help.