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Drive cancer patients to treatment: Kent County MI
ORGANIZATION: AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY
This opportunity is provided by VolunteerMatch's partner.
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15 people are interested
Help cancer patients in your community get to life-saving medical appointments.
Volunteers with Road To Recovery use their personal vehicle to drive patients with limited or no transportation to cancer-related treatment appointments.
Rides are weekdays. You choose the rides that work with your schedule. Drivers are encouraged to provide at least 2 rides per month.
· a safe driving record,
· a current license,
· a reliable vehicle, and vehicle insurance.
We would love your help! Connect here &/or check out cancer.org/drive to get started on training.
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About AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY
Location:
270 Peachtree St NW, Suite 1300, Atlanta, GA 30303, US
Mission Statement
At the American Cancer Society our mission is to improve the lives of people with cancer and their families through advocacy, research, and patient support, to ensure that everyone has an opportunity to prevent, detect, treat, and survive cancer. Our goal is to end cancer as we know it, for everyone.
Description
The American Cancer Society (ACS) is a nationwide, community-based voluntary health organization dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem. For more than 100 years, ACS has been leading the fight against cancer through groundbreaking research, patient support, advocacy, and education.
With a presence in communities across the country, ACS provides:
✅ Funding for lifesaving research to discover new treatments and cures
✅ Support services for patients and caregivers, including lodging, transportation, and 24/7 helplines
✅ Prevention and early detection programs to promote healthier lifestyles and screenings
✅ Advocacy efforts to influence public policy and expand access to care
CAUSE AREAS
Community,
Health & Medicine,
Seniors
WHEN
We'll work with your schedule.
WHERE
Your CommunityGrand Rapids, MI 49525
(43.03149 ,-85.58179 )
DATE POSTED
April 15, 2025
SKILLS
- Transportation
- People Skills
- Verbal / Written Communication
- Customer Service
- Healthcare
- Community Outreach
GOOD FOR
- People 55+
REQUIREMENTS
- Driver's License Needed
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- A minimum of 2 rides per month
- Online training provided. Safe driving record; reliable vehicle; proof of auto insurance.