April News
National Volunteer Week is an annual celebration
of all the volunteers who dedicate their time and hearts to helping others in
their communities. This year’s National Volunteer Week is April 23-29.
Hope Cancer Resources is fortunate to have a
compassionate and dedicated team of volunteers. They put their whole heart into
whatever is asked of them, whether they’re passing out blankets in one of the
chemotherapy suites, setting up for a special event, putting together patient
comfort bags or manning the phones. Last year, our volunteers spent 5,693 total hours volunteering. That time is valued at an incredible $96,276.
Hope Cancer Resources volunteers serve in a
variety of ways at our office in Springdale, Highlands Oncology Group in
Fayetteville or Rogers, or on location for
special events.
Administrative and
Outreach Volunteers These volunteers help with filing, answering phones, data
entry, and more at the Hope Cancer Resources office. They can also represent
the organization at volunteer and health fairs, special events and other outreach
efforts.
“Been There”
Volunteers This group is comprised of cancer survivors that are
available to provide emotional and practical support to patients who are
currently undergoing treatment for a similar type of cancer. These volunteers
are screened and matched with patients who ask to connect with a survivor.
Clinic Volunteers Hope Cancer Resources provides volunteer support in the
Northwest Arkansas oncology clinics that we partner with. These volunteers
provide assistance in the chemotherapy suites, radiation clinics, imaging
departments and other areas in the clinics. Tasks can involve administrative,
patient and clinic staff support.
Special Event
Volunteers Hope Cancer Resources hosts two main events – the Heather
Ridley-Fleeman Battle for Hope and the Bill Fleeman Gentlemen of Distinction
Gala – every year along with other smaller events. We rely heavily on our
dedicated volunteers to help plan and execute these events.
Between April 23 and 29, take time to thank a volunteer
for all they do for our community. They probably won’t expect it, but they will
certainly deserve it.
If you are interested in being a Hope Cancer
Resources volunteer, please contact Ashley Doty, CVM, Volunteer Coordinator at ashley.doty@hopecancerresources.org
or 479-361-5847.
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