Cancer Patients in Need of a Lift in Southbury

As we welcome in 2014, the American Cancer Society believes cancer patients in Southbury may be at risk of missing medical care. There is currently a need in this area for drivers for the American Cancer Society’s Road to Recovery program.

The American Cancer Society Road to Recovery program offers transportation to and from treatment for people who have cancer and do not have a ride or are unable to drive themselves. The American Cancer Society is in need of volunteer drivers to donate their time and resources to take patients to their life-saving treatments and back home again. These volunteers don’t only provide transportation, but also offer encouragement and support to the patients.

Volunteer drivers for the Road to Recovery program must have a valid driver’s license for the state where they live. They must also have a safe, reliable vehicle and proof of automobile insurance. Volunteers must have a good driving history and be in good health. Once passing a background check, a volunteer will receive proper training from the American Cancer Society. Drivers are asked to volunteer for at least one hour, one day, once a month. The Society matches drivers' availability and geography with the needs of patients who call.

Residents who are interested in volunteering or know of someone who may benefit from this free service are asked to call the American Cancer Society at 1-800-227-2345.

The American Cancer Society is a global grassroots force of more than three million volunteers saving lives
and fighting for every birthday threatened by every cancer in every community. As the largest voluntary health organization, the Society’s efforts have contributed to a 20 percent decline in cancer death rates in the U.S. since 1991, and a 50 percent drop in smoking rates. Thanks in part to our progress nearly 14 million Americans who have had cancer and countless more who have avoided it will celebrate more birthdays this year. While marking our 100th birthday in 2013, we’re determined to finish the fight against cancer. We’re finding cures as the nation’s largest private, not-for-profit investor in cancer research, ensuring people facing cancer have the help they need and continuing the fight for access to quality health care, lifesaving screenings, clean air, and more. For more information, to get help, or to join the fight, call us anytime, day or night, at 1-800-227-2345 or visit cancer.org.