There’s more help for local pancreatic cancer patients and their families thanks to community efforts and generous contributions. The Dr. Brent Ohl Strong Pancreatic Cancer Support Endowment through the
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“I just felt I wanted to do something for people locally and I wanted to be able to help them. It happens so fast you don’t even have time to think about what you’re doing and apply for help,” says Peggy Ohl.
In October, most of this latest contribution to the endowment was raised at a single event. The support goes toward non-medical expenses for families such as meal vouchers, fuel vouchers and reimbursement for hotel/motel accommodations.
“This really helps our patients that have been diagnosed with pancreatic cancer and their families through those rough times. It’s a very devastating disease,” says Alison Beardsley, Director of Oncology Services.
With the addition of $15,000, about $41,000 has been raised for the endowment to date.
“We’re so appreciative of this team and all they have done to make a difference for our patients,” says Pat Shouse, President of Trinity Health Foundation.
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