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What is UCAN?
The United Cancer Assistance Network
of Southeast Missouri, a 501(c)3 organization, is designed to
provide individualized support for area cancer patients. Our mission
is to help ease some of the burdens brought about in the wake
of a cancer diagnosis, thereby enhancing the quality of life experienced
by local cancer patients.
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UCAN seeks to fill an
important gap left open by other cancer support organizations--to
provide direct assistance to individual cancer patients. We're a non-profit
charitable organization funded by local citizens who want to lend
a hand to their friends and neighbors right here in Southeast
Missouri. One hundred percent of contributors' dollars remain in our
community where local cancer patients can directly benefit
from their neighbors' generosity. We serve the Missouri counties of
Butler, Stoddard, Dunklin, New Madrid, Pemiscot, Ripley, Wayne and
Carter; and Clay County in Arkansas.
The United Cancer Assistance Network
has had another grand year, thanks to the generosity of our local
supporters. Cancer victims have received gifts of assistance in so
many forms, including nutritional support, travel assistance for cancer
treatment, medical equipment and supplies, plus many other greatly
needed items. UCAN is extremely grateful for all of the support!
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Board of Directors
Eleven local citizens comprise the
organization's Board of Directors. Board members are volunteers,
giving freely of their time, energy and expertise. They share a
common goal--to see local cancer patients live the best quality
of life possible.
The Board periodically reviews all
written requests for assistance. In certain instances, emergency
meetings may be held to review special cases.
UCAN welcomes new Board of Directors
member Marsha LeGrand!
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Dressing Casual for UCAN
Throughout the year, we ask various
organizations all over the area to dress casual for UCAN. For a
dollar or two, employees are allowed to dress casual (and wear a
UCAN sticker) on a designated day. Profits are then contributed
to the foundation. Thanks to Three Rivers Healthcare for raising
$1,696 this year! We are also thankful to Cedargate for their donation
of $1,412. Should your business or organization be interested in
dressing casual for charity, just call our volunteer office at the
number below.
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United Cancer Assistance Network
2620 North Westwood Boulevard ~Poplar Bluff, MO 6390l
Phone: 573-776-1892 ~ Toll-free: 1-877-776-1892
Fax: 573-727-2496 Email: info@ucanpb.com
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