October 15, 2024

Holzer Center for Cancer Care recently held a Cancer Survivor Picnic at the Gallipolis Campus. Submitted photo.

Holzer Center for Cancer Care recently held a Cancer Survivor Picnic at the Gallipolis Campus. Submitted photo.

Cancer Survivor Picnic held

Holzer Center for Cancer Care recently held a Cancer Survivor Picnic at the Gallipolis Campus. Community Cancer Survivors were invited, along with a guest, to a cookout-style event. Special music was provided by Leslie Shoecraft, Music Therapist. Holzer Center for Cancer Care staff served everyone in attendance.

“It was a wonderful day and we were so blessed with many cancer survivors attending and enjoying the afternoon,” shared Sarah Harrigan, RN, MSN, OCN, Director, Holzer Center for Cancer Care. “Our facility is proud to be able to offer this type of event and looks forward to future activities with our communities.”

“We are so honored to provide this type of event,” commented Amity Wamsley, Clinical Coordinator, Holzer Center for Cancer Care. “Our staff truly enjoys supporting our current patients and reconnecting with past patients to celebrate their accomplishments.”

Holzer Center for Cancer Care recently held a Cancer Survivor Picnic at the Gallipolis Campus. Submitted photo.

Holzer Center for Cancer Care is dedicated to providing state-of-the-art treatment for all cancer sites with gentle, competent, and individualized care. Medical oncology services include an infusion area for chemotherapy with 12 bays and 2 private bays for treatment. Radiation Oncology services are provided with advance technology in a relaxed and friendly setting. For more information on Holzer Center for Cancer Care services, please visit www.holzer.org or call 1-855-4-HOLZER.

Donations were provided by local businesses including: 

  • American Electric Power
  • Diane Harbrecht
  • Don McCallister
  • Edward Jones/ Jennifer Rose
  • Family of Hazel Perry
  • Freckle Face Designs/ Selina Mitchell
  • Hair by Mary
  • Heiners Bakery
  • MiBoyz Bar and Grill 
  • Figbe’s Pizza
  • J and L Construction
  • Jack Parker
  • Jordan’s Essentials/ Debbie Hill
  • M and T Clothing Boutique
  • McDonald’s of Gallipolis
  • Meigs County Fish and Game
  • Momma Ducks Creations/ Jennifer Littlejohn
  • Nails by Michelle
  • Paparazzi Jewelry/ Lisa Carrol
  • Piggly Wiggly
  • Poppy’s
  • Rhoda Evans
  • Thomas Do It Center/ Sandy Thomas
  • Tracy’s Door Decor

Holzer Center for Cancer Care would also like to thank the Holzer Maintenance staff for all of their assistance with the event.