Opening doors to new participants

The Cancer Community Center teamed up with the City of South Portland Wellness Committee to welcome 120 people to the Center’s Open House on Monday, June 6^th. 

The effort began thanks to South Portland Police Officer, Linda Barker, who finished cancer treatment and found herself wondering why she hadn’t reached out to the Cancer Community Center while in treatment.  She had heard about the myriad of resources offered to people impacted by cancer at the Center but didn’t seek these services at the time.

“It seems like everywhere you turn someone is being diagnosed with cancer. I wanted people to be aware of the Cancer Community Center before a diagnosis. I also wanted people to know that the Center is not only for people being treated for cancer; it is a free resource for caregivers, friends and family members of those with cancer,” says Officer Barker. 

Linda Barker’s vision was realized. People came out that evening to learn more. They came from all over–from South Portland and Scarborough to Windham, Gorham, and Sanford.   

The Open House featured cancer-related practitioners, speakers and experts who shared their expertise on non-medical, supplemental supports such as: Cancer support groups (top image), Pilates (above), Reiki (right), Meditation, Massage, Acupuncture, Immunity-boosting diet, the Maine Buddy Program, and much more. 

Thanks to a grant from PROP, the Open House provided free food and 15 different door prizes. 
 

Linda Barker: “Cancer patients and their loved ones face many unknowns. I find comfort knowing that 120 people in our community visited the Center that evening to learn more about the free programs and services they offer.”

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The Cancer Community Center provides FREE support, information and activities for adults affected by cancer, their families and friends. Since our inception in 1998, The Cancer Community Center has helped close to 4,000 people coping with the effects of cancer. To learn more, visit our website at http://www.cancercommunitycenter.org/ or call us at (207)774-2200.

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