A special message to our community...

Dear Colleagues,

As your regional oncology/hematology society serving the tri-state (VT/NH/ME) area, we recognize the incredibly difficult time this has been for patients and families facing cancer. We are also keenly aware of the challenges for oncology providers striving to deliver effective care amidst the added stress of a pandemic and economic crisis.

WE CAN HELP!

NNECOS provides a variety of initiatives to help you and your patients, including:

I. PATIENT FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE through two new philanthropic programs:

a. Cancer Community Support Grants to local charities in northern New England that support patients with cancer to fund the emergency needs of those patients

b. Grocery/Gas Cards provided directly to practices/clinics without an affiliated non-profit to support disbursement of the cancer community support grants

II. STAFF EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT through a grant program that facilitates procurement of       outside speakers to help support staff education throughout this time of increased strain

III. PATIENT, FAMILY AND STAFF WELLNESS

a. Grants to fund patient-focused endeavors (e.g., Reiki, music) at your institution/practice

b. Grants to support clinician/staff wellness or stress-reducing activities (live or virtual) as well as activities for patients and staff that promote emotional recovery and foster overall resilience

We are here to help you! Information about these initiatives can be found on our website:

• Cancer Community Support Patient Financial Assistance
• Educational Program Grants

Please do not hesitate to reach out to our Executive Director, Lori Aubrey at laubrey@nnecos.org or 603-887-1948 for support. 

On behalf of the Board of Directors,

Marie E. Wood, MD John M. Hill, Jr., MD

Past President Past President