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Cancer Services
                      in

Anderson County

         A guide to hospital
 and community-based services
     for people fighting cancer

 Produced by the Cancer Association of Anderson
   215 E. Calhoun Street • Anderson, SC 29621
864-222-3500 • www.cancerassociationanderson.org
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                                        AnMed Health Cancer Center
At impressions appearance shoppe,       2000 E. Greenville St. • Suite 5010
the focus is on you. Stop by today      Anderson, South Carolina
for a complimentary consultation        Weekdays 8:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
or for something special.               512-4761
Cancer Services
        in Anderson County
   All services are based in Anderson unless otherwise
noted. This guide was compiled in the Spring of 2008 by the
Cancer Association of Anderson, Anderson’s only local cancer
charity. Publication was underwritten through the sale of
advertisements and by a grant from the Anderson Independent-
Mail. Many thanks to our advertisers and to Independent-Mail
Publisher, Butch Hughes, for their support. Any mistakes or
omissions in this guide are accidental. Please call us at (864)
222-3500 if you have suggestions, additions or corrections for
this guide.

    The Cancer Association of Anderson was founded in
2003 by a group of cancer survivors, their families and health
professionals. Our mission is to ease the burden of cancer
treatment for Anderson County residents by providing
information and referral, emotional support and financial
assistance for treatment-related needs. We are not funded by or
affiliated with the American Cancer Society. Money raised here
stays here to help local people. Your support is appreciated!

  Please visit our office at 215 E. Calhoun Street or call us if
we can be of any assistance!

    Sponsored by
Visit

the Cancer Association
     of Anderson
              215 E. Calhoun Street
        Monday-Thursday, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
            Friday, 8:30 a.m.-Noon

♥ Up to $1,200 a year of financial assistance for
  treatment-related expenses for patients in need,
  including prescriptions and gas money

♥ Free hats, turbans, wigs and medical supplies
  as available

♥ Pamphlets and information on cancer and
  its treatment

♥ Information and referral to cancer services on
  the local, state and national level

♥ Support groups and informational programs

♥ Come by for a cup of coffee, tea or a soft drink!
Table of Contents
Medical Services
Medical & Support Services at AnMed Health...............................................1
Physicians....................................................................................................2
Comprehensive Cancer Centers......................................................................2
Genetics Counseling......................................................................................2
Home Care..................................................................................................2
Hospice Care................................................................................................3
Prescription Medicine...................................................................................3
Rehabilitation..............................................................................................4

Medical Equipment
Mastectomy Garments & Breast Prostheses.....................................................7
Medical Equipment & Supplies . ..................................................................7
Pharmacy Services........................................................................................8
Prostheses.....................................................................................................8
Wigs & Head Coverings................................................................................9

Community Services
Counseling................................................................................................. 11
Financial Management & Assistance........................................................... 11
Information & Referral...............................................................................12
Insurance...................................................................................................12
Legal Services.............................................................................................13
Low-Income Assistance & Entitlement Programs..........................................14
Nutritional Programs................................................................................. 15
Respite Care............................................................................................... 15
Support Groups & Education......................................................................17
Support in Bereavement..............................................................................18
Survivor Recognition Events........................................................................19
Transportation...........................................................................................20
Wish Fulfillment........................................................................................20

National Cancer Organizations
National Cancer Organizations..................................................................21
National Associations that Provide Financial Assistance................................25
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               NHC HealthCare, Anderson
                1501 East Greenville Street
                   Anderson, SC 29621
                  (864) 226-8356

           NHC Anderson is proud to offer
               our Anderson community the
                    following services:

                       Sub Acute Care
                    Skilled Nursing Care
                         Respite Care
                      Physical Therapy
                    Occupational Therapy
                       Speech Therapy
                     Respiratory Therapy

            Our Rehab Services are available on an
           In-Patient or Out-Patient basis. When
             you arrange your personal tour of our
           facility, you will experience our beautiful
           home-away-from-home environment and
                  friendly, knowledgeable staff.
Medical Services

                                                                                          Medical services
                  Medical & Support Services at AnMed Health
Cancer Center         Services referred by individual          2000 E. Greenville St.
Radiation             surgeons and oncologists.                     (864) 512-4600
Oncology
Cancer Center         Indigent cancer clinic at The Infusion   2000 E. Greenville St.
Infusion Center       Center (must be referred by a physi-          (864) 512-4675
                      cian and meet income guidelines).
Cancer Center         Pamphlets, books, tapes and on-line      2000 E. Greenville St.
Cancer Learning       information resources.                        (864) 512-4640
Center
Cancer Center         Works with major medical centers         2000 E. Greenville St.
Community             to find the most current options for          (864) 512-4650
Clinical Oncology     cancer treatment, prevention and
Program               clinical trials.
Oncology              Oncology counselor to help patients               AnMed Health
Counselor             deal with emotional issues associated             800 N. Fant St.
                      with cancer.                                     (864) 512-1507
Oncology              Oncology social worker to identify                AnMed Health
Social Worker         agencies and organizations that can               800 N. Fant St.
                      help patients upon discharge.                    (864) 512-3886
Registered            To discuss nutritional information                AnMed Health
Dietitian             and advice for an appropriate diet.              (864) 512-1539
Pastoral Services     To help with spiritual needs.                     AnMed Health
                                                                       (864) 512-1107
Patient Navigator     Registered nurse to guide patients and   2000 E. Greenville St.
                      their families through the treatment          (864) 512-4636
                      process.
Pharmacy              Helps patients find programs to pay      2000 E. Greenville St.
Reimbursement         for medications.                              (864) 512-4686
Coordinator

                                           Alternate Dosage Forms
                                               Transdermal Gels
                                          Dermatological Specialties
                                              Sublingual Troches
                                                Rectal Enemas
                                              and Suppositories
    Propp                         1529 North Fant • Anderson, SC 29621
    Drugs                               Phone: 226-8383

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Physicians
AnMed Health       Go online for the medical staff listing.        www.anmedhealth.org
Physicians Network

American Society      For the names of cancer specialists in             (703) 299-0150
of Clinical           your area and oncolologist approved          or email plwc@asco.org
Oncology              cancer information.                                 www.cancer.net
                            See Yellow Pages listings under “Physicians and Surgeons.”

                         Comprehensive Cancer Centers
National              For referral to one of the leading               1-888-909-NCCN
Comprehensive         cancer treatment centers in the                      www.nccn.org
Cancer Network        country or information on the most
                      up-to-date treatment guidelines.

                                Genetics Counseling
Greenwood             Counseling and testing. Can be done             1-888-GGC-GENE
Genetics Center       in Anderson.

                                      Home Care
AnMed Health          Skilled nursing, personal care, home-    1926 McConnell Springs Rd.
Home Health           maker service, occupational, physical             (864) 512-6410
Agency                and speech therapy, infusion therapy,
                      tube feeding, medical social services,
                      medical equipment, home oxygen
                      LifeLine services, retail pharmacy.

AnMed Health          LifeLine personal emergency response     1926 McConnell Springs Rd.
LifeLine              system installed in homes. Financial              (864) 261-4095
                      assistance available.

DHEC Home             Skilled nursing, personal care, and                 220 McGee Rd.
Health Services       physical therapy.                                   (864) 260-5617

Community             Case management, various levels of       3215 MLK Jr. Blvd., Suite H
Long-Term Care        personal care and a variety of other              (864) 224-9452
                      in-home services for elderly and/or              1-800-713-8003
                      disabled patients who are Medicaid-
                      eligible.

Corporate Care        Skilled nursing, personal care, home-               (864) 261-8488
                      maker service, transportation and                  1-888-329-8300
                      errands, respite care.

Interim Healthcare    Skilled nursing, personal care, home-         2001 E. Greenville St.
                      maker service, occupational, physical              (864) 225-2007
                      and speech therapy.

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Home Care cont.

                                                                                              Medical services
No Place             Personal care and homemaker service.               211 E. Calhoun St.
Like Home                                                                  (864) 224-3430
                                                                Toll-free: 1-866-312-3070
ResCare              Skilled nursing, personal care, and                2710 N. Main St.
HomeCare             homemaker service.                                  (864) 224-9121
                                                                        1-888-835-7001
                                                                www.rescarehomecare.com
Senior Solutions     Helping seniors maintain their inde-       3420 Clemson Blvd., Unit 17
                     pendence by offering assistance with                 (864) 225-3370
                     light housekeeping, meal preparation,
                     errands and personal hygiene care.
                              See Yellow Pages listings under “Home Health Services.”
                                    Hospice Care
Agapé Community Care for patients with a wide range                 300 B E. Greenville St.
Hospice         of life-limiting illnesses. Services                      (864) 332-1500
                supporting patient and family include
                nursing, social work, home health
                aide, volunteer and chaplain. Also
                providing medications, medical
                equipment and other supplies.
Hospice of the       Care for terminally ill patients in                  1835 Rogers Rd.
Upstate              their homes or at the Callie and John                (864) 224-3358
                     Rainey Hospice House. In-patient,          Toll-free 1-800-261-8636
                     residential and respite care available.
                     Also have nursing, social work, chap-
                     lain, home health aide, pharmacy and
                     volunteer services.
                                                See Yellow Pages listings under “Hospice.”
                              Prescription Medicine
Anderson             Pharmacy services for qualifying                      414 N. Fant St.
Free Clinic          patients.                                            (864) 226-1294
Cancer Association Assistance with prescriptions and                    215 E. Calhoun St.
of Anderson        co-payments on treatment related                       (864) 222-3500
                   medicines prescribed by an oncologist.
Communicare          Provides donated prescription medica-                1-800-763-0059
                     tions to the working uninsured under
                     the age of 65.
Medicare             For Medicare:                                       1-800-633-4227
Prescription         For benefit info for low-income                    www.medicare.gov
Program              patients on Medicare, call Social                     (864) 231-7057
                     Security office in Anderson.               Toll-free 1-800-772-1213
                                                                   www.socialsecurity.gov

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Prescription Medicine cont.
The Medicine          A national non-profit that helps                   1-866-694-3893
Program               people without prescription insurance     www.themedicineprogram.com
                      get free and discounted medicines.

NeedyMeds.com         A web site with information about              www.needymeds.com
                      discounted or free medications.

Partnership for       Assistance with prescriptions if you                1-888-477-2669
Prescription          don’t have prescription coverage. Call                www.pparx.org
Assistance            to see if you qualify.

Patient Advocate      Direct financial assistance to patients             1-866-512-3861
Foundation’s          with certain cancers who have health                 www.copays.org
Co-Pay Relief         insurance to help with prescriptions.
Patient Assistance
Program

Rx Outreach           National program that provides many               1-800-769-3880
                      prescriptions at low cost.                      www.rxoutreach.com

Senior Solutions      Assistance applying for medication        3420 Clemson Blvd. Unit 17
                      programs, Medicare Part D guidance                 (864) 225-3370
                      and medication management program.

• Talk to your doctor about patient assistance programs through pharmaceutical com-
  panies that may help you get medicine at reduced or no cost. Wal-Mart, K-Mart and
  Target offer many generics for $4 per prescription.  Publix offers some free antibiotics.

                                    Rehabilitation
Anderson-Oconee       Speech therapy, counseling, hearing                   106 Dostak Dr.
Speech and            testing, and hearing aids provided.                  (864) 226-2477
Hearing Services

AnMed Health          In-patient and out-patient facility for            1 Springback Way
Rehabilitation        patients with intensive rehabilitation               (864) 716-2600
Hospital              needs.

AnMed Health          A program of information, support                   100 Healthy Way
LifeChoice            and supervised exercise for cancer                   (864) 512-1505
Oncology              patients at the LifeChoice Program.
Rehabilitation        Full scholarships available through
                      Cancer Association of Anderson for
                      Anderson County residents

AnMed Health          A program of information, support              2000 E. Greenville St.
Pulmonary Rehab       and supervised exercise at the Lung                 (864) 512-6626
                      and Sleep Center Program for people
                      with breathing problems

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Rehabilitation cont.

                                                                                              Medical services
AnMed Health        In-patient and out-patient services for               AnMed Health
Respiratory         patients with breathing problems.                800 N. Fant St. and
Therapy                                                       AnMed Health North Campus
                                                                   2000 E. Greenville St.
                                                                        (864) 512-1150
AnMed Health/       Complete physical and occupational        AnMed Health North Campus
Rehab Plus          therapy services, including speech and         2000 E. Greenville St.
                    lymphedema specialists and wound                         Suite 3900
                    care.                                                (864) 231-2874
                                                              100 Healthy Way, Suite 1110
                                                                        (864) 261-3099
Hamel               Complete physical therapy services.                 1118 Cornelia Rd.
Rehabilitation                                                            (864) 225-8321
and Spine Clinic
Magnolia Physical   A physical therapy center.                      108 Montgomery Dr.
Therapy                                                                 (864) 226-3333
NHC Healthcare      Complete physical therapy, occupa-              1501 E. Greenville St.
of Anderson         tional therapy and speech therapy.                   (864) 226-8356
The Training and    Personal training and rehabilitation.     100 Miracle Mile Dr., Suite D
Rehabilitation                                                            (864) 224-9186
Clinic, Inc.
                                      See Yellow Pages listings under “Rehabilitation”

        No Place Like Home
     Affordable Non-Medical In-Home Care Since 1998

  • Companion Care
  • Personal Care
  • Light Housework
  • Meal Preparation
  • Shopping
  • Errands
  • Assistance to Appointments
  • More

  224-3430                 882-1154
  211 E. Calhoun St.       135 Eagles Nest Dr.
  Anderson, SC 29621       Seneca, SC 29678

  www.noplacelikehomesc.com

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Prescriptions
                                        Oxygen
                                    Home Medical
                                     Equipment
              864-224-0711
          or Toll Free 1-800-256-6017

 Clinkscales Drugs
Our Family serving Your Family for over 90 years
             727 Anderson Street
              Belton, SC 29627
            (864) 338-8217

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Medical Equipment
                  Mastectomy Garments & Breast Prostheses
American Cancer      Bras and prostheses at no charge.                  154 Milestone Way
Society                                                                         Greenville
                                                                          1-866-227-4395
                                                                            864-627-1903

AnMed Health                                                               AnMed Health
Impressions                                                                 Cancer Center
Appearance                                                           2000 E. Greenville St.
Shoppe                                                                    (864) 512-4761

                                                                                              Medical Equipment
Cancer Association Bras and prostheses at no charge.                    215 E. Calhoun St.
of Anderson                                                               (864) 222-3500

Professional                                                       Camp Shopping Center
Pharmacy                                                               1409 N. Main St.
                                                                        (864) 224-3581

RPI Medical                                                              1509 N. Main St.
                                                                          (864) 224-8218
         See Yellow Pages listings under “Mastectomy Apparel, Forms and Prostheses.”

                        Medical Equipment & Supplies
AnMed Health         Oncology and ostomy supplies, dress-             700 E. Greenville St.
Medical              ing change kits, medical equipment                   (864) 512-2637
Equipment            sales and rental, infusion, tube feeding.

Bryant Pharmacy      Oncology and ostomy supplies, dressing              1901 N. Main St.
                     change kits, medical equipment sales                 (864) 224-0711
                     and rental, oxygen, sleep therapy prod-
                     ucts, handicap lifts for home and auto.

Dixon-Powers         Dressing change kits, Heparin lock                    805 N. Fant St.
Drug Co.             flushes.                                             (864) 224-1684

HomeCare             Oncology and ostomy supplies, dressing            727-E Anderson St.
Medical Aids         change kits, medical equipment sales                         Belton
                     and rental, oxygen.                                 (864) 338-3900

Hospice of the       Loans of medical equipment (walkers,                  1835 Rogers Rd.
Upstate              canes, bedside commodes).                             (864) 224-3358
                                                                 Toll-free 1-800-261-8636

Medi-Home Care       Medical equipment (walkers, wheel-             1520 E. Greenville St.,
                     chairs, hospital beds), respiratory                         Suite G
                     supplies, oxygen, power mobility, tube              (864) 224-6070
                     feeding supplies.

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Medical Equipment & Supplies cont.
Professional        Oncology, ostomy and mastectomy             Camp Shopping Center
Pharmacy            supplies, dressing change kits, medical         1409 N. Main St.
                    equipment sales and rental, oxygen.              (864) 224-3581

Propp Drugs         Medical equipment sales and rental,               1529 N. Fant St.
                    dressing change kits.                             (864) 226-8383

RPI Medical         Medical equipment sales and rental,              1509 N. Main St.
                    mastectomy supplies, oxygen.                      (864) 224-8218

Summit Home         Ostomy supplies, medical equipment               3322 Highway 24
Health Care         sales and rental, oxygen, hospital                (864) 224-2224
                    beds, and wheelchairs.
                    See Yellow Pages listings under “Medical Equipment & Supplies.”
                               Pharmacy Services
AnMed Health        Offers “compounding,” changing pills          700 E. Greenville St.
Pharmacy            into cream or lotion form for people              (864) 512-2642
                    who have difficulty swallowing or
                    who have nausea.

Honea Path          Compounding                                        124 Church St.
Pharmacy                                                                  Honea Path
                                                                      (864) 369-7979

McCallum’s          Compounding                                       1217 N. Fant St.
Prescription Shop                                                     (864) 225-8246

Professional        Compounding                                 Camp Shopping Center
Pharmacy                                                            1409 N. Main St.
                                                                     (864) 224-3581

Propp Drugs         Compounding                                       1529 N. Fant St.
                                                                      (864) 226-8383

                                       Prostheses
Anderson            Artificial limbs                                  1113 N. Fant St.
Prosthetics                                                           (864) 225-1683
and Orthotics

Friddle’s           Artificial limbs, orthotic devices        12306 Belton-Honea Path
Orthopedic                                                           Hwy. Honea Path
Appliances                                                            (864) 369-2328

Prosthetic Care,    Artificial limbs                              305 E. Greenville St.
Inc.                                                                  (864) 261-7375

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Wigs & Head Coverings
AnMed Health      Hairpieces, hats, scarves, turbans             2000 E. Greenville St.
Impressions                                                           (864) 512-4761
Appearance Shoppe
American Cancer      Wigs and hats at no charge in the              154 Milestone Way
Society              Patient Suite of its Greenville office.                Greenville
                                                                      1-866-227-4395
Beauty World         Wigs, hairpieces, hats, tubans,           302 Pearman Dairy Rd.
                     and scarves                                       Lakeside Square
                                                                      (864) 226-1551

                                                                                          Medical Equipment
Cancer Association Free wigs, hats, scarves, and turbans            215 E. Calhoun St.
of Anderson                                                           (864) 222-3500
Fashion Love         Wigs, hairpieces and extensions                  2809 S. Main St.
                                                                         Watson Village
                                                                       (864) 375-9512
K-Wig Fashions       Wigs, hats, scarves, turbans                     109 N. Main St.
                                                                      (864) 226-9908
Tradewinds           Wigs and hairpieces                           1203 Whitehall Rd.
Hair Center                                                           (864) 226-7788
                                See Yellow Pages listings under “Wigs and Hairpieces.”

   Finest Quality Wigs and Hairpieces
   Lace Front Wigs and Parts
   Wigs for Chemotherapy Patients
   Designer Wigs
   Turbans, Hats and Scarves
   Hair Extensions and Other Hair Goods
   Fusion Human Hair Extensions
   Special Order
   Custom Jewelry
  Monday-Saturday 10 am-8 pm
  302 Pearman Dairy Road at Lakeside Square
  864-226-1551

  Beauty World
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Community Services
                                       Counseling
Anderson-Oconee-      Counseling services to support the                     200 McGee Rd.
Pickens Mental        recovery of persons with mental                       (864) 260-2220
Health Center         illnesses.

AnMed Health          The oncology counselor is available                    800 N. Fant St.
Oncology              for one-on-one, family and group                      (864) 512-1507
Counselor             counseling.

Children’s Chance     Professional counseling for children                  (803) 254-5996
                      with cancer and their families

Crisis Ministries     Counseling, information and referral,                     217 John St.
                      crisis line.                                          (864) 226-0297

Family Counseling Individual and family counseling,               410 E. Shockley Ferry Rd.
Center            sliding scale payment.                                   (864) 225-6266

Reach to Recovery     Breast cancer survivors trained by          To request a visit or make
                      the American Cancer Society provide              a patient referral call
                      peer-to-peer support and answer non-                1-800-282-4914
                      medical questions and concerns.                                      or
                                                                 Anderson County Reach to

                                                                                                 Community Services
                                                                     Recovery coordinator,
                                                                           (864) 512-4723
 See Yellow Pages listings under “Counselors-Human Relations” and “Counselors-Licensed.”
                      Financial Management & Assistance
Anderson Interfaith Assistance with heat, utilities, rent,              1202 S. Murray Ave.
Ministries          mortgage, budget counseling, home                      (864) 226-2273
                    repairs and other basic needs.

American Cancer       Assistance with transportation and                  1-800-ACS-2345
Society               lodging.                                              www.cancer.org

Cancer Association Financial assistance for expenses                     215 E. Calhoun St.
of Anderson        related to treatment for residents of                   (864) 222-3500
                   Anderson County.

Cancer Care           Direct financial assistance for patients           1-800-813-HOPE
                      with certain cancers.                             www.cancercare.org

Children’s Chance     Assistance for families with a child                 (803) 254-5996
                      with cancer for living expenses.             www.childrenschance.org

Consumer Credit       Compass of Carolina in Greenville                  1-800-203-9692
Counseling Service    assists with debt reduction and serves     www.compassofcarolina.org
                      as an intermediary with their creditors.

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Information & Referral
Leukemia and     Assistance for treatment and trans-           1990 August St., Suite 600
Lymphoma Society portation for treatment for people                Greenville, SC 29605
                 with leukemia, lymphoma or multiple                    (864) 370-2402
                 myeloma.                                     www.leukemia-lymphoma.org

American Cancer      Assists the cancer patient and family          For up-to-date cancer
Society Patient      in identifying and accessing commu-                 information, call
Resource Center      nity resources and support services.               1-800-227-2345
                                                                      or www.cancer.org

Cancer Association Information and referral, library of                215 E. Calhoun St.
of Anderson        books, videos and pamphlets.                          (864) 222-3500

Cancer Learning      Pamphlets, books, tapes and staff-            2000 E. Greenville St.
Center at AnMed      assisted on-line information resources             (864) 512-4640
Health Cancer
Center

Senior Solutions     Information and referral for seniors     3420 Clemson, Blvd., Unit 17
                     60 and up.                                         (864) 225-3370

                                       Insurance
Best Chance          Breast and cervical cancer screening                1-800-227-2345
Network              and treatment for women who meet
                     guidelines.

Medicaid             Insurance for poor and disabled                   1-888-549-0820
                                                                     www.dhhs.state.sc.us

Medicare             Government insurance program for         General Medicare questions,
                     elderly and disabled.                          1-800-Medicare
                                                                      www.Medicare.gov

                                                                   Coordination of benefits
                                                              (when you have Medicare and
                                                                 another type of insurance),
                                                                         1-800-999-1118

Medigap or           Medicare counseling                                 1-800-868-9095
Medicare +
Choice Options

Patient Advocate     Assists patients trying to get their             1-800-532-5274
Foundation           insurance to cover medical costs.          www.patientadvocate.org

SENIOR Solutions     Individual insurance counseling for      3420 Clemson Blvd., Unit 17
                     people age 60 and up. Help with                    (864) 225-3370
                     Medicare Part D.

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Insurance cont.
S.C. Department       Investigates consumer complaints                        P.O. Box 100105
of Insurance          about insurance companies in                        Columbia, SC 29202
                      South Carolina.                                          (803) 737-6160
                                                                               www.doi.sc.gov

S.C. Health           High-risk health insurance pool for                      1-800-868-2500
Insurance Pool        people who can’t get insurance from
Blue Cross            other sources. (Administered by Blue
Blue Shield           Cross/Blue Shield).
Customer Service
• For questions about insurance issues with an individual physician or hospital, call
  the main office number and ask to be connected to the business office.

                                     Legal Services
Hospice of the        Health care power of attorney and                         1835 Rogers Rd.
Upstate               living will information.                                  (864) 224-3358

S.C. Bar              Lawyer Referral Service                                 1-800-868-2284
Association                                                                   www.scbar.org/lrs

S.C. Bar              Refers callers unable to pay to lawyers                  1-803-799-4015

                                                                                                     Community Services
Association Pro       who will take cases at no cost.                         www.scbar.org/lrs
Bono Program

S.C. Legal Services Handles civil law cases including fam-                        303 E. River St.
                    ily law and landlord-tenant disputes.                        (864) 226-7216
                    Free wills for terminally ill clients and
                    those over 60.

SENIOR Solutions      Health care power of attorney and           3420 Clemson, Blvd., Unit 17
                      living will information.                              (864) 225-3370

                                           Do you have swelling that just won’t seem to go away?
                                                Our Lymphedema Therapist can help you!

                                                          Jeanne Nourse,
                                                           OTR/L, CLT-LANA
         Physical Therapy
       Occupational Therapy
                                              Problems with your speech, swallowing, or even
      Speech & Voice Therapy                 hoarseness? Our Speech Therapist can help you!

          864.231.2874                                     Andrea Storie,
                                                           M.Cl.Sc.CCC-SLP
       www.anmedhealth.org

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Low-Income Assistance & Entitlement Programs
Anderson             Serves free hot meal each week day.             306 W. Franklin St.
Emergency            Sandwiches supplied on Saturdays.                  (864) 224-4763
Soup Kitchen

Anderson             Free medical care and some prescrip-                 414 N. Fant St.
Free Clinic          tion drugs to qualifying individuals.               (864) 226-1294

Anderson Housing     Subsidized rental housing                          1335 E. River St.
Authority                                                                (864) 260-5120

Anderson Inter-      Assistance with utilities, rent, mort-         1202 S. Murray Ave.
faith Ministries     gage, budget counseling, and other                (864) 226-2273
                     basic needs, Fishes and Loaves food
                     pantry.

Brighter             Seasonal charity that provides Christ-
Christmas Fund       mas gifts and other needed items to
                     families and individuals, sponsored
                     by the Anderson Independent-Mail and
                     the Foothills Community Founda-
                     tion. Look for information in the
                     newspaper starting the Sunday before
                     Thanksgiving.

Cancer Association Cancer patient assistance funds for                215 E. Calhoun St.
of Anderson        uses related to treatment such as                    (864) 222-3500
                   medicine, medical equipment and
                   transportation, up to $1,200 per year.

Good Neighbor        Emergency food boxes for people                    313 S. Towers St.
Cupboard             with illness, loss of job, etc.                     (864) 224-1701

Haven of Rest        Emergency food, shelter and clothing.           219 W. Whitner St.
Mission                                                                 (864) 226-6193

Salvation Army       Emergency relief for Anderson                           112 Tolly St.
                     County residents needing food and                    (864) 225-7381
                     clothing.                                     If in need of shelter call
                                                                         (864) 226-9340

SENIOR Solutions     Information and referral services for    3420 Clemson Blvd., Unit 17
                     seniors with Medicaid. Transporta-                 (864) 225-3370
                     tion, meals, medication assistance,
                     home care, etc.

Social Security      Assistance with Social Security, Sup-             3420 N. Main St.
Administration       plemental Security Income, Medicare                 (864) 231-7057
                     eligibility and disability claims.                 1-800-772-1213
                                                                            www.ssa.gov

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Low-Income Assistance & Entitlement Programs cont.
S.C. Department      Assistance with Aid to Families with                   224 McGee Rd.
of Social Services   Dependent Children and food stamps.                   (864) 260-4100
S.C. Department      Assistance with Medicaid.                               224 McGee Rd.
of Health and                                                               (864) 260-4541
Human Services                                                                 State Hotline
                                                                           1-800-868-9095
St. John’s           Men’s, women’s, children’s and baby                    (864) 224-2954
Clothes Closet       clothes. Wednesdays 11am-12:30pm
Sunbelt Human        General emergency assistance, direct                   400 E. River St.
Advancement          heating and cooling assistance.                        (864) 224-7028
Resources Inc.
(SHARE)
Veterans             Veterans’ Benefits                                    1-800-827-1000
Administration                                                                 www.va.gov

                              Nutritional Programs
Anderson County      Week-day delivery of hot meals to                       105 S. Fant St.
Meals on Wheels      elderly and disabled people.                          (864) 225-6800

                                                                                                Community Services
Angel Food           Food discount program. For pur-             Christ the Savior Antiochian
Ministry             chase or will take food stamps.                        Orthodox Church
                                                                              603 N. Fant St.
                                                                             (864) 224-7457
Cancer Association Vouchers for nutritional aids (Boost,                 215 E. Calhoun St.
of Anderson        Ensure, etc.).                                          (864) 222-3500
Cancer Fund of       Ships free cases of nutritional drinks                1-800-578-5284
America, Inc.        (Boost) and other supplies for indi-                     www.cfoa.org
                     gent cancer patients.
Food Stamps          For application information                           (864) 260-4100
SENIOR Solutions     Hot and frozen home delivered meals         3420 Clemson Blvd., Unit 17
                     and group meals at nutritional sites                  (864) 225-3370
                     across Anderson County.
                                     Respite Care
Hospice of the       Respite care for terminally ill people at              1835 Rogers Rd.
Upstate              John & Callie Rainey Hospice House                     (864) 224-3358
SENIOR Solutions     Four Adult Day Care locations across        3420 Clemson Blvd., Unit 17
                     the Upstate. Providing caring service                 (864) 225-3370
                     for seniors and disabled adults during
                     the day as a respite for caregivers or
                     social interaction and rehabilitation
                     for clients.

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Pam Whitmire, Pharm. D.
                                                                             Chris James, Pharm. D.

                Honea Path Family Pharmacy
                               Friendly Professional Service

        124 Church Street                                                      Phone (864) 369-7979
        Honea Path, SC 29654                                                     Fax (864) 369-7530

                                         ANDERSON
                                    PROSTHETICS
                             ORTHOTICS, LLC          &
     1113 N. Fant Street
            1113
     Anderson, SCN.29621
                    Fant Street
              Anderson, SC 29621
      		                                                           Tom
                                                                 Tom    Martin,
                                                                     Martin,     C.P.O.
                                                                             C.P.O.
            Phone (864) 225-1683
    Phone: (864)   225-1683
              Fax (864) 231-7374
     Fax: (864) 231-7374
        Email tmartincpo@bellsouth.net
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        K-Wig Fashions
        ◆ Finest Quality Wigs and Hairpieces
        ◆ Wigs for Chemotherapy Patients
        ◆ Designer Wigs
        ◆ Turbans, Hats and Scarves
        ◆ Hair Extensions and Other Hair Goods
        ◆ Special Order
        ◆ Custom Jewelry
        Monday-Saturday 9:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
        109 N. Main Street ◆ Downtown Anderson across from Phil Jewelers      864-226-9908
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Support Groups & Education
Surviving the       Support for patients, family and             Anderson Area Medical
Journey             friends, meets Wednesdays, 9:30-             Cancer Learning Center
                    10:30am.                                      2000 E. Greenville St.
                                                                        (864) 512-1507
Cancer Care 101     Information and resources for recently              AnMed Health
                    diagnosed cancer patients and families.              Cancer Center
                    Each Wednesday, 10:00am-12noon.               2000 E. Greenville St.
                                                                       (864) 512-4636
Caregivers and      Caregivers support group. Call for            Hospice of the Upstate
Coffee              information.                                       1835 Rogers Rd.
                                                                       (864) 328-1949
Dragonfly Club      For children ages 5-12 experiencing           Hospice of the Upstate
                    either anticipatory grief or bereave-              1835 Rogers Rd.
                    ment. Meets Wednesdays at 5:15pm.                  (864) 328-1949
Kaleidoscope        Art therapy and support for children             Cancer Association
Kidscape            with a close relative with cancer.                      of Anderson
                    Scheduled as needed.                             215 E. Calhoun St.
                                                                       (864) 222-3500
Leukemia &       Fourth Monday of each month,                             Cancer Centers

                                                                                            Community Services
Lymphoma Society 6:30-8 p.m.                                             of the Carolinas
Family Suppor                                                        International Drive,
Group                                                                          Greenville
                                                                         (864) 241-7272
                                                                        1-803-749-4299
Look Good,          Program that teaches cancer patients        American Cancer Society
Feel Better         techniques to address cosmetic side                Greenville Office
                    effects of cancer. Free make-up, hats and          1-866-227-4395
                    wigs. Third Monday from 10:00am-                 Local Coordinators
                    Noon, AnMed Women and Children’s                    (864) 225-8355
                    Hospital. Pre-registration required.               (864) 224-7377
The Lydia Project   Free tote bags for women undergoing            Cancer Association
                    cancer treatment. Can also request                    of Anderson
                    encouraging correspondance and                 215 E. Calhoun St.
                    prayer.                                           (864) 222-3500
                                                                www.thelydiaproject.org
                                                                      (706) 736-5467
Lymphedema          Share insights, raise awareness and              Meets at Earth Fare
Support Group       learn more about living with lym-                    on Pelham Rd.
                    phedema. Call for day and time.                    (864) 313-9964
Man to Man          Third Monday of each month                          AnMed Health
Prostate Cancer     at 6:30 p.m. Patients and spouses                    Cancer Center
Support Group       welcome.                                         Conference Center
                                                                  2000 E. Greenville St.
                                                                       (864) 512-1507

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Support Groups & Education cont.
One in Eight         Second Monday of each month                     Cancer Association
Breast Cancer        at 6:30 p.m.                                           of Anderson
Support Group                                                        215 E. Calhoun St.
                                                                       (864) 222-3500

Ovarian Cancer       Second Monday of each month at                               YWCA
Lunch Bunch          12:30 p.m.                                700 Augusta St., Greenville
                                                                       (864) 325-6296
                                                                       (864) 373-6306

SENIOR Solutions     Caregiver Support Groups.               3420 Clemson Blvd., Unit 17
                     Information and Referral services.                (864) 225-3370

The Sexy Chicks      Support for women with cancers                  Cancer Association
                     “below the waist”. Second Wednesday                    of Anderson
                     at 2 p.m.                                       215 E. Calhoun St.
                                                                       (864) 222-3500

Anderson United    Third Mondays at 6:30 p.m. in                     Cancer Association
Ostomy Association April and November                                       of Anderson
                                                                     215 E. Calhoun St.
                                                                        (864) 222-3500
                                                             Ileostomy: (864) 944-2432
                                                             Colostomy: (864) 226-7554
                                                             Urostomy: (864) 260-9206
                             Support in Bereavement
Agapé Community Providing individual bereavement                 300 B E. Greenville St.
Hospice         support.                                               (864) 332-1500

Camp Sunburst        Weekend camping experience in April         Hospice of the Upstate
                     for grieving children ages 8-12.                  1835 Rogers Rd.
                                                               (864) 224-3358 ext. 145

First Baptist Church Group meets first Thursday of each                  100 S. Main St.
of Honea Path        month at 7 p.m.                                        Honea Path
                                                                        (864) 369-2818

Grief Support        Call Sullivan-King Mortuary for                    (864) 261-7424
Group                more information.

Hospice of the       Individual and group counseling for               1835 Rogers Rd.
Upstate              bereaved families and those antici-       (864) 224-3358 ext. 145
                     pating a death. Support for different
                     demographics including children.
                     A six-week Grief Series held periodi-
                     cally; pre-registration required.

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Survivor Recognition Events
Concert of Hope      Annual concert, Fall                           Cancer Association
and Remembrance                                                            of Anderson
                                                                    215 E. Calhoun St.
                                                                      (864) 222-3500

Light the Night of Fund-raising walk in the fall                 1-803-749-4299 x 17
the Leukemia and                                            www.leukemia-lymphoma.org
Lymphoma Society

LiveStrong Day of    Late May                                          (864) 231-0276
Lance Armstrong                                             www.livestrongarmiesofsc.org
Foundation

National Cancer      Presented by AnMed Health, in June.               (864) 512-1507
Survivor’s Day

Relay for Life       Various dates in spring, summer                   1-800-237-6914
of the American      and fall                                           www.cancer.org
Cancer Society

Upstate Race for     Recognizing breast cancer survivors,          Upstate SC Affiliate
the Cure             last Saturday in September.                   of Susan G. Komen
                                                                          for the Cure

                                                                                           Community Services
                                                                      (864) 234-5035

                                                    • Home Health and
                                                      Medical Equipment

                                                    • Third Party Plans
                                                      Accepted

                                                    • Dermatology Compounds

                                                    • In-home Medicine
                                                      Monitoring

                             1409 North Main Street
                              Anderson, SC 29621

                       Phone: (864) 224-3581
                                Fax: (864) 231-6240

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Transportation
American Cancer      Gas cards for trips to and from treat-               1-800-ACS-2345
Society              ment.

Cancer Association Assists patients with transportation                  215 E. Calhoun St.
of Anderson        funds to local and distant medical                      (864) 222-3500
                   appointments.

City of Anderson     City transit system of handicapped-                    (864) 231-7625
                     accessible buses and trolleys operates
                     6:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. on week days.
                     Buses will go up to ¾ of a mile off
                     route to pick up a disabled person
                     when special arrangements are made.

Clemson Area         Free regional week-day service between                (864) 654-2287
Transit              Clemson, Anderson, Pendleton,
                     Seneca, Central, Tri-County Technical
                     College and Clemson University

MedShore             Emergent and non-emergent ambu-                          1009 Fant St.
Ambulance            lance and wheelchair transportation                   (864) 224-4444
                     to medical appointments.

SENIOR Solutions     Non-emergency medical and social            3420 Clemson Blvd., Unit 17
                     transportation for seniors, disabled                  (864) 225-3370
                     adults and Medicaid recipients.
                     Private pay services available.

                                  Wish Fulfillment
Make-a-Wish          Grants wishes to children with life-                1-800-722-WISH
Foundation           threatening illnesses

Fairygodmother       Grants wishes to terminally ill adults 18            (312) 573-0028
Foundation           and over with less than a year to live.       www.fairygodmother.org

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National Cancer Organizations
                         National Cancer Organizations
American Brain    Free publications, educational                     1-800-886-2282
Tumor Association programs, referral, pen pal program                   www.abta.org
                  and social service consultations by
                  telephone.

American Cancer       Information and referral available            1-800-ACS-2345
Society               from their toll-free call centers. Col-         www.cancer.org
                      lege scholarships for young cancer
                      survivors.

American              Information on urologic disease and            1-800-828-7866
Foundation for        dysfunctions, including prostate can-             www.vicc.org
Urologic Disease      cer treatment options, bladder health
(Prostate Cancer)     and sexual function.

American              Information about cancer prevention            1-800-843-8114
Institute for         through nutrition.                                 www.aicr.org
Cancer Research

American Society      Provides information on more than               www.cancer.net
of Clinical           120 types of cancer.
Oncology

Bladder Cancer        Dedicated to the latest in bladder          www.blcwebcafe.org
Webcafe               cancer treatment, clinical trials and
                      alternatives, e-mail support.

The Brain             Supportive services, educational               1-800-770-8287
Tumor Society         resources, news, events, and clinical             www.tbts.org
                      trial information.

Breastcancer.org      A nonprofit website dedicated to pro-      www.breastcancer.org
                      viding the most reliable and complete
                      information available.
                                                                                        National Organizations

CancerCare, Inc.      Offers free support, information,            1-800-813-HOPE
                      financial assistance and practical help.     www.cancercare.org

Cancer Fund of        Ships nutritional drinks, adult dia-           1-800-578-5284
America, Inc          pers, bed pads and other useful items             www.cfoa.org
                      monthly directly to indigent patients.

Cancer Information Information for patients, their fami-           1-800-422-6237
Service (CIS)      lies, the public, and health profession-       www.cis.nci.nih.gov
                   als about cancer.

                      Also provides assistance to smokers           1-877-440-QUIT
                      who want to quit.                               www.cancer.gov

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Info: 512-1505
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National Cancer Organizations cont.
Cancervive             Support groups, educational materi-             1-800-4-TO-CURE
                       als, insurance information and as-               www.cancervive.org
                       sistance and advocacy.

Candlelighters         Information, peer support, advocacy              1-800-366-2223
Childhood Cancer       and resources for financial assistance.      www.candlelighters.org
Foundation

Children’s Brain Educational information, tips for                        1-866-228-4673
Tumor Foundation hospital stays and going home, school                       www.cbtf.org
                 issues, summer camps and more.

Colorectal Cancer      Patient support, resource center,                 1-877-422-2030
Alliance               research, news, advocacy and events.             www.ccalliance.org

Esophageal Cancer Promotes understanding and support                      1-866-370-3222
Awareness         for esophageal cancer patients.                        www.ECaware.org
Association

Fertile Hope           Education and support for cancer                 1-888-994-HOPE
                       patients dealing with fertility issues.         www.fertilehope.org

GIST Support           Dedicated to the support of gastroin-              (215) 340-9374
International          testinal stromal patients and research.         www.gistsupport.org

Inflammatory Breast Education and active participation                   1-877-786-7422
Cancer Research     in research and links to clinical trials           www.ibcresearch.org
Foundation          information.

International      Education, treatment and research for                 (203) 229-0464
Myeloma Foundation multiple myeloma.                             www.multiplemyeloma.org

Kidney Cancer          Research, materials on diagnosis and              1-800-850-9132
Association            treatment of kidney cancer, sponsors          www.kidneycancer.org
                                                                                              National Organizations

                       support groups.

Kids Konnected         Support services for children ages                1-800-899-2866
                       3-18 who have a parent with cancer or        www.kidskonnected.org
                       who have lost a parent to cancer.

Lance Armstrong        Education and advocacy for those                   (512) 236-8820
Foundation             living, with, through and beyond                       www.laf.org
                       cancer.                                          www.livestrong.org

Lung Cancer            Programs designed to help improve                 1-800-298-2436
Alliance               the quality of life of people with lung   www.lungcanceralliance.org
                       cancer and their families.

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National Cancer Organizations cont.
National Bone     Peer support to bone marrow trans-                     1-800-546-5268
Marrow Transplant plant patients and their families.                    www.nbmtlink.org
Link              Helpful patient booklets available.

National Brain   Information on treatments, and                         1-800-934-2873
Tumor Foundation support groups; nurse consultation                   www.braintumor.org
                 by phone or email. Peer support
                 database of treatment centers.

National Cancer      Office of Cancer Complementary and                 1-800-422-6237
Institute (NCI)      Alternative Medicine (OCCAM)                     www.cancer.gov/cam

National Center for News, research, events and informa-                  1-888-644-6226
Complementary       tion on complementary and alterna-                 www.nccam.nih.gov
and Alternative     tive medicine.
Medicine

National             Supports research on the cancers of                1-800-458-6223
Childhood Cancer     infants, children and young adults.               www.curesearch.org
Foundation

National Coalition Provides information and resources                   1-877-622-7937
for Cancer         on cancer support, advocacy and                www.canceradvocacy.org
Survivorship       quality of life issues.

National Ovarian     Raises awareness and promotes early                1-888-OVARIAN
Cancer Coalition     detection and education through                      www.ovarian.org
                     volunteer-led divisions nationwide.

Ovarian Cancer       Education, including an annual                     (202) 331-1332
National Alliance    advocacy conference.                          www.ovariancancer.org

Pancreatic Cancer    Information about support networks,                  1-877-272-6226
Action Network       clinical trials and reimbursement for                www.pancan.org
                     care.

Planet Cancer        Website for young adults with cancer.           www.planetcancer.org

Prostate Cancer      Articles, a blog and answers to your      www.prostatecancerinfolink.net
                     questions.

Prostate Cancer      Social networking site.                   www.prostatecancerinfolink.
                                                                                ning.com

Sarcoma Founda-      Provides links to information on clini-             (301) 253-8687
tion of America      cal trials, education and resources.            www.curesarcoma.org

Sisters Network,     Focuses on breast cancer in the            www.sistersnetworkinc.org
Inc.                 African-American community.                   Local 843-264-5097
                                                                             Andrews, SC

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National Cancer Organizations cont.
The Skin Cancer       Public and medical education                      1-800-754-6490
Foundation            programs.                                       www.skincancer.org

Support for           Provides education, support, a                     1-800-377-0928
People with Oral      “Survivor to Survivor” network,                    www.spohnc.org
and Head and          clinical trials and a newsletter.
Neck Cancer

Susan G. Komen        Breast health and breast cancer                   1-877-465-6636
for the Cure          materials available.                               www.komen.org

ThyCa:Thyroid         Support, education and communica-                  1-877-588-7904
Cancer Survivors’     tion for thyroid cancer survivors.                   www.thyca.org
Association

Women’s Cancer        News updates, a risk assessment sur-              1-800-444-4441
Network               vey, a doctor finder tool, information                www.wcn.org
                      on various cancers affecting women.

Y-ME National         Hotline for women with breast cancer      English 1-800-221-2141
Breast Cancer         and their families.                      Spanish 1-800-986-9505
Organization, Inc.                                                        www.y-me.org

Young Survival        Focuses on women under age 40                    1-877-YSC-1011
Coalition             diagnosed with breast cancer.               www.youngsurvival.org

Us Too                Educates men with newly diagnosed                 1-800-808-7866
International, Inc.   prostate cancer.                                    www.ustoo.org

          National Associations that Provide Financial Assistance
American Cancer       Short-term emergency assistance                   1-800-ACS-2345
Society

Cancer Care           Information and direct financial as-             1-800-813-HOPE
                                                                                             National Organizations

                      sistance for patients with some kinds           www.cancercare.org
                      of cancers.

Chronic Disease       Provides copay assistance for certain              1-877-968-7233
Fund                  drugs and gives free drugs to people               www.cdfund.org
                      who meet the income, asset, and
                      medical condition guidelines and do
                      not have insurance.

Health Well           Provides financial assistance to eligible         1-800-675-8416
Foundation            patients for prescription drug coinsur- www.healthwellfoundation.org
                      ance, co-payments, deductibles, and
                      health insurance premiums.

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National Associations that Provide Financial Assistance
Lymphoma and        Up to $500 a year in individual assis-       (803) 731-4060
Leukemia Society    tance to patients with great financial      1-800-613-0550
                    need undergoing treatment for blood-           www.lls.org/sc
                    related cancers.

National            Medication assistance programs for         1-800-999-6673
Organization for    people with certain conditions that      www.rarediseases.org
Rare Disorders      are uninsured or underinsured.
(NORD)

Patient Advocate    Provides direct financial support to         1-866-512-3861
Foundation’s        insured patients, who must financially        www.copays.org
Co-Pay Relief       and medically qualify to access phar-
(CPR)               maceutical co-payment assistance.

United Healthcare   Assistance for therapy, prescriptions       1-800-328-5979
Children’s Foun-    and medical equipment for seriously                 x24459
dation              ill children under 17 whose private           www.uhcef.org
                    insurance doesn’t fully cover costs.

                                        Notes

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Giving Back
is a part of healing.
The Cancer Association of Anderson invites
you to Give Back to the people who have
helped you on your journey by volunteering.
Opportunities include:

♥ Singing in the Concert of Hope and Remembrance.
  Weekly rehearsals will begin in late spring.

♥ Competing in a marathon or half-marathon by joining the Daring
  Divas and Dashing Dudes, and asking your friends and family to
  sponsor you. We’ll help you train!

♥ Working at our office a few half-days a month or helping with
  special events such as the Girlfriends’ Tea – one of the funnest
  fundraisers you’ve ever attended!

♥ Asking friends and family members to donate money in your honor.

♥ Collecting useful items for our office, including postage stamps, copy
  paper, paper towels and toilet paper, bottled water and soft drinks.

♥ Giving us your unused medical supplies after your treatment ends.
  Call us to see what we will take.

                     Want to help? Call 222-3500
   or visit www.cancerassociationanderson.org

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           We will customize services                     •   All services provided under the supervision of a Registered Nurse
        to meet your individual needs…                    •   Regular visits, assessments and caregiver supervision
•   Bathing                   • Transportation to         •   Caregivers are fully bonded and insured
•   Shampoo-Hair Care           Doctors’ Appointment      •   Caregivers Available 24 hour/7days a week
                                (Care Plan Order)         •   Experienced, Compassionate, Caring Caregivers
•   Dressing
                              • Conversation and          •   Respite for Family Caregivers
•   Incontinence Care           Companionship             •   You participate in your Caregiver evaluation
•   Transferring and          • Meal Preparation and
    Positioning                                           •   Criminal Background Check and Drug Test on All Caregivers
                                Assistance
•   Medication Reminders                                  •   Registered Nurse and Licensed Practical Nurse available 24/7
                              • Light House Keeping       •   We follow all State and Federal employment guidelines
•   Oral Hygiene                (Patient Only)
                                                          •   Unannounced Supervisory Visits
•   Special Diet/Meal         • Laundry & Linen
    Preparation                 Washing                          ANDERSON, GREENVILLE, GREENWOOD, SPARTANBURG
•   Toileting                 • Recreational Activities            AND SURROUNDING COUNTIES OF SOUTH CAROLINA
•   Monitoring Vitals Signs                             (864) 250-0403 • 1-888-329-8300 • (864) 261-8488 • 1-888-260-0960
                              • Grooming and
                                Dressing Guidance                    A certified provider for South Carolina Medicaid programs
•   Mobility                                                   Member of South Carolina Association of Personal Care Providers (SCAPCP).

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Serving the terminally ill in the Upstate Community since 1988.
   Featuring the Rainey Hospice House, S.C. s first residential hospice.

                        1835 Rogers Road • Anderson, SC
                        (864) 224-3358 • (800) 261-8636
                              www.hospicehouse.net

It’s about living life to its fullest, up to the final moment. It’s about receiving comfort and
care, when a cure is no longer possible. It’s about surrounding yourself and your loved ones
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