September 9, 2020 – Cancer patients need compassion, care, and access to resources. The Community Oncology Alliance Patient Advocacy Network (CPAN) hosted a virtual Advocacy Chat on resources to address the emotional and financial needs of patients on Wednesday, September 9 from 12-12:30 p.m. ET.

Our special guest was Patricia Goldsmith, CEO of CancerCare, a leading national organization providing free, professional support services and information to help people manage the emotional, practical, and financial challenges of cancer.

Trish joined Rose Gerber, COA Director of Advocacy and Education, to discuss the services provided by CancerCare’s master’s-prepared oncology social workers and world-leading cancer experts including: counseling, support groups and a multitude of other emotional, practical, and financial resources.

This event was a part of our new virtual CPAN Advocacy Chats – short, monthly educational webinars on key cancer issues and the policies that impact them. Each month will feature a new topic and special guests joining us. Patients, survivors, caregivers, and other cancer care advocates are all invited to join us for these free, interactive, virtual events!