"C" Card
Going on about the daily business of life can be difficult for those going through treatment and even after as they adjust to side effects they may be experiencing. Personally, I found "playing the c(ancer) card" helpful in making my life a little bit easier. I'd like to thank all those who let me move to the head of the line, helped me pack and take my groceries to my car, gave up their seat, served me first, etc. when I felt the need to "play the c card."
In honour of the physical and emotional battle so many cancer patients go through, a portion of proceeds from the sale of Oh Silk! scarves will be donated to cancer-related research and support programs each year.
In honour of the physical and emotional battle so many cancer patients go through, a portion of proceeds from the sale of Oh Silk! scarves will be donated to cancer-related research and support programs each year.
Current Cause
Algoma Hospice Sault Ste. Marie, ON
The Algoma Residential Community Hospice (ARCH) is a 10-bed home away from home for dying persons and their families. ARCH provides compassionate care for dying individuals who can no longer be cared for at home, who do not need the complex care of an acute care hospital nor wish to die there, and support for their families. As the Hospice is not fully funded by the government, it depends on donations to maintain their services. Donations can be made by phone, in person, or mail at ARCH, 229 Fourth Line West, RR #3, Sault Ste. Marie, ON P6A 5K8.
NEW in Fall 2011
Oh Silk! is pleased to announce The Oh Silk! Award
This award will be provided yearly in support of Sault College's
Student Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards program; value $200.
Criteria: Student who has been affected by cancer directly or indirectly (family, close friend) and who is in the process of or has turned this negative into a positive in his/her life or the lives of others. Additional documentation required: paragraph(s) explaining how the student has made a positive change/impact because of his/her experience. Students can apply through the student portal; further information available from Financial Aid. Please note: College deadline is November 11.
This is year five for me, and this is my celebration.
Past Causes
Ronald McDonald House Toronto, Ontario
House of Kin Sudbury, Ontario
Daffodil Terrace Lodge Sudbury, Ontario
House of Kin Sudbury, Ontario
Daffodil Terrace Lodge Sudbury, Ontario
To qualify for our donation, programs must provide one of the following: accommodations for long-distance patients and/or their families; free transportation to and from treatments; care, entertainment, or activity programs for patients; or self-esteem programs of any kind.
