Why do you relay?

Everyone has their own reason for Relaying.  And, just in case you thought you needed more motivation, here are a few things we fundraise for:

Hope Lodge

Getting the best care sometimes means cancer patients must travel away from home. This can place an extra emotional and financial burden on patients and caregivers during an already challenging time. The American Cancer Society is trying to make this difficult situation easier for both cancer patients and their families through Hope Lodge. Learn More »

Road to Recovery

Every day, cancer patients need rides to treatment. Some may not be able to drive themselves, and family and friends cannot always help. Our Road To Recovery program provides rides to patients who have no way to get to their cancer treatment. Learn More »

Look Good…Feel Better

In a Look Good…Feel Better session, trained volunteer cosmetologists teach women how to cope with skin changes and hair loss using cosmetics and skin care products donated by the cosmetic industry. Learn More »

Reach to Recovery

If you have breast cancer, you may want to talk to someone who knows what you’re feeling – someone who has “been there.” Through our Reach to Recovery program, we can match you with a volunteer who will talk with you about coping with your breast cancer diagnosis and treatment. Learn More »

College Scholarships

The American Cancer Society's Cancer Survivor College Scholarship Program is an opportunity exclusively for students with a history of cancer. Established in 2000, the program is designed to provide young cancer patients/survivors assistance in pursuing higher education from an accredited school. Talk to your local office to learn more.
(All information from - http://www.relayforlife.org/learn/whywefundraise/index)

But you know why I relay?  I Relay in honor of my uncle who died in 2003.  I needed something to do, and the Relay at Bridgewater State was a good starting point.  I didn't stay overnight that year (in fact, I didn't stay overnight until last year - the idea of staying up the entire time was a little overwhelming), but I was involved.  I even walked a 15 miles in 2010 based on my donations (btw - never promise that you'll walk a lap for ever $5 you raise...people like to test that!).  Unfortunately, I've lost more relatives since 2003, and I know many people who have been diagnosed since that point too.  I figure, my involvement in Relay is kind of like popping microwave popcorn - as soon as I don't hear of any more diagnoses, I'll stop. 

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