Mary Washington Healthcare Awarded Grant from The American Cancer Society

Fredericksburg, VA (October 26, 2021) – Mary Washington Healthcare (MWHC) has received an increase in grant funds by $2,500 for a total of $7,500 from The American Cancer Society.

“We have seen an increasing number of cancer patients needing transportation for their treatments, and this grant allows us to provide that vital community resource which ensures patients receive the care they need,” said Jennifer Reynolds, Director, Oncology and Outpatient Therapeutic Services, MWHC.

Juanita Thompson, Cancer Control Strategic Partnerships Manager, American Cancer Society says, “Cancer patients undergoing treatment frequently require assistance getting to and from facilities, often creating a financial and logistical burden. That’s why the American Cancer Society has awarded a transportation grant to MWHC. These funds will be used to address the unmet transportation needs of patients, particularly vulnerable populations experiencing an unequal burden of cancer in our community.”

For more information about cancer care at MWHC, specialty programs, imaging services, and more, visit Cancer Care.

If you were just diagnosed or need someone to talk to, the American Cancer Society helpline is here for you 24/7. 1.800.227.2345​ or visit the Cancer Org website.

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About Mary Washington Healthcare:

Mary Washington Healthcare is a fully integrated, regional medical system that provides inpatient and outpatient care through over 50 facilities including Mary Washington Hospital, a 471-bed regional medical center, and Stafford Hospital, a 100-bed community hospital. Mary Washington Healthcare is a non-profit health system with a longstanding commitment to provide care regardless of ability to pay. For more information about our services and facilities, visit the MWHC website.

About American Cancer Society:

The American Cancer Society is on a mission to free the world from cancer. We invest in life-saving research, provide 24/7 information and support, and work to ensure that individuals in every community have access to cancer prevention, detection, and treatment. For more information, visit the Cancer Org website.