Whether cancer has touched your own life or the life of someone you love, you know the challenges a diagnosis can bring and the importance of having the right support along the way.
At our recent Leadership Luncheon, guest speakers highlighted the many ways cancer care is advancing in our region. Dr. Melanie Potiaumpai shared how the Moving Through Cancer Program is blazing trails in the field of exercise oncology. Dr. James Ohr shared how clinical trials are expanding treatment options for local patients through UPMC Hillman Cancer Center in Erie, while Mike Martin offered a moving history of the SLM Cancer Fund and the reminder that even with excellent medical care, families often face significant financial burdens during treatment.
Those realities are why Hamot Health Foundation supports both innovation in cancer care and direct assistance for patients and families.
On August 11, Erie Gives Day, you can help strengthen both.
Your gift can:
- Ease the financial burden of cancer treatment through the Sandra Lynn Martin (SLM) Fund, which provides direct assistance with expenses such as transportation, housing, utilities, and other essential needs.
- Advance access to cutting-edge cancer treatments in Erie through the HHF Hillman Cancer Fund, helping bring innovative clinical trials and novel therapies to our community.
Two funds. Two different strategies.
One important goal: making the fight against cancer a little easier and the future of cancer care a little brighter for families right here in Erie.