YOUR GIFT MAKES A
DIFFERENCE A COMMITMENT TO THE FIGHT
2014
IMPACT REPORT
OUR MISSION TO IMPROVE SURVIVORSHIP AND LESSEN THE B U R D E N O F C A N C E R T H R O U G H C O L L A B O R AT I O N
We provide the full spectrum of cancer care, from prevention and early detection to diagnosis, treatment, survivorship and palliative care.
Dear Friends,
I recently attended a meeting where everyone was asked to visualize their cancer patient and place them in the center of the room. Who are you fighting for? Who will you let guide your tough decisions and be your compass? I’ve never been in a more productive, emotional, motivating meeting in my five years as a Cancer Center team member.
For me, it was my grandfather who lost his personal battle in 2010. It was my aunt whose journey ended in 2011. It was a close family friend who lost her courageous fight in 2013 much too young.
Our hours are long; the challenges are great; the losses are painful. Their memories drive me to do more and to be better. I can think of no greater profession or anything I would rather be doing!
For everyone we’ve lost, so many more are surviving and thriving through their cancer journeys because of your generosity. Your commitment is helping save and extend the lives of so many who hear the words “you have cancer.” Your impact this past year was felt by more cancer patients than any other cancer center in the region; thank you.
Who is your cancer patient? Who are you fighting for? How will you continue to make an impact?
I’m humbled by all you do,
ETHAN J. BUSH
Vice President/Chief Development Officer
P.S.: Whatever 2015 brings your way, make time to enjoy the truly important things in life – connecting to those we love!
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INVESTMENT
A L O O K AT OUR PROGRESS
Your investment is making a difference in our pursuit of becoming the regional cancer center of choice. Every gift directly impacts our patients, our families and our community. Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center at TGMC is surrounding every patient with advanced treatment and more support services than any other cancer program in the Bayou Region. Through your generosity, we are preventing more cancers and saving and extending more lives than ever before. The Cancer Center is only as strong as the support we receive from the communities served. Simply put, your 2014 gift helped support thousands of people fighting for their lives, right here at home.
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TOGETHER, WE RAISED OVER $566,000 – WITH 100% OF THE CONTRIBUTIONS REMAINING IN THE LOCAL COMMUNITY.
Grants
Geaux Pink & Community Events
Fakiér Open & Taste of the Tournament
Annual Giving, including Heart of a Hero (honor and memorial gifts)
MARY BIRD PERKINS CANCER CENTER AT TGMC THANKS YOU FOR YOUR COMPASSIONATE SUPPORT THROUGHOUT THE YEAR.
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IMPACT
A YEAR TO REMEMBER
Last year at the Cancer Center, more than 1,500 new patients were treated and nearly 2,000 people were served through our outreach program. In addition, research expanded with over 23 open clinical trials, 25 active medical physics research projects and 14 papers published in peer-reviewed journals.
YOUR GIFT. YOUR IMPACT. TOGETHER, WE ARE MAKING A DIFFERENCE… IN PREVENTION Early detection is saving lives screening over 1,450 people for five types of cancer and making a remarkable impact in our community. Because lung cancer is the most common cause of cancer deaths in Louisiana, we established a Lung Cancer Screening Program. Your gift made a difference: Cindy, 56, attended a free screening to appease her friend’s concerns. Her early stage cancer was detected in a parking lot via the Cancer Center’s Early Bird mobile clinic. Through your dedication and support, we are able to diagnose cancer in its earlier stages.
IN RESEARCH As a recipient of the NCORP Grant, in collaboration with LSU-New Orleans and LSU Health Sciences Center-Shreveport, Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center at TGMC is bringing more clinical trials to the Bayou region. The cancer collaborative was awarded $5.6 million over five years, which will make a significant impact on cancer-related health disparities. Your gift made a difference: Currently enrolled in a clinical trial, Grace was able to see her first great-grandchild born. Together, with dedication and resolve, we will continue to fight cancer through translational research.
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IN SURVIVORSHIP The Cancer Center is building a comprehensive Survivorship Program that helps guide patients from time of diagnosis, throughout treatment to survivorship. Donors made patient navigation available to every patient at the Cancer Center. Our Palliative Care Program offers patients invaluable year-round support. Your gift made a difference: Kendra’s social worker was able to be with her every step of the way through her cancer journey. Because of you, we are able to surround our patients with more support services than any cancer program in the Bayou Region.
IN INNOVATION Our Cancer Center is in the process of implementing new MRI technology that will help diagnose patients at an earlier stage. Your gift made a difference: At the time of her diagnosis, Carol, a 64-year-old grandmother, underwent radiation therapy using the state-of-the-art Elekta Infinity Linear Accelerator, which resulted in less treatment side effects, and she was able to watch her grandchildren grow up. Your support allows us to invest in technology and research that improves the care of patients throughout our service area and beyond.
IN TEAMWORK Our Multidisciplinary Care Team is composed of experts in cancers that affect our community the most, particularly lung cancer. Each patient at the Cancer Center receives specialized, personalized cancer care, right here at home. Your gift made a difference: Todd underwent concurrent treatment. Both his medical oncologist and radiation oncologist were in the same building making it easy to not only communicate, but to provide a personalized treatment plan. Your gifts are bringing advanced care through expert oncology teams to our community.
IN PATIENT ASSISTANCE Patient support includes transportation assistance, nutritional supplements and supportive care for patients, caregivers and their families. Your gifts provide vital support to cancer patients when they need it most. Your Gift. Your Impact...Taking the Fight Forward in a meaningful way. Your gift made a difference: After his initial treatment, Donald knew he would have to change his diet and eating patterns. A registered dietitian was available to help guide him and offer support. Your contributions are taking the fight forward for those facing barriers to treatment.
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IMAGINE
M A R Y B I R D P E R K I N S AT T G M C A S Y O U R REGIONAL CANCER CENTER OF CHOICE
Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center at TGMC is the Bayou Region’s cancer center of choice, dedicated to providing comprehensive cancer care for the people that we care about the most – our family, our friends and our neighbors. Through our vision and your support, we will transform cancer care in our community by Taking the Fight Forward.
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PREVENTION
RESEARCH
Reducing cancer mortality through enhanced prevention, early detection and education to screen more, prevent more and stop cancer before it starts
Providing access to groundbreaking clinical trials and research for cancer patients throughout the Bayou Region
SURVIVORSHIP Building a comprehensive Survivorship Program with the resources to educate and support patients and caregivers using the most current and effective practices
INNOVATION
TEAMWORK
PATIENT ASSISTANCE
Advancing technology and facilities in order to provide the absolute highest standard of care for our patients
Expanding integrative multidisciplinary care to tackle all types of cancer, increase continuing educational programs, as well as further cancer collaboration within our community
Providing patient assistance to those who need it most by removing barriers to treatment and care including transportation assistance, nutritional supplements, medication, head coverings and more
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Today, the Cancer Center offers robust inpatient and outpatient cancer care, comprehensive and innovative in scope. But with your support, there is even more we can do to fully integrate and enhance services, making the Cancer Center a place where patients from across the Bayou Region can receive advanced care, right here at home. A gift to Take the Fight Forward will transform cancer care today and for generations to come. Your donation will support the full continuum of cancer care in our community and positively impact the lives of patients and their families. With your support, we will realize our vision to become your regional cancer center of choice.
Please join us by contacting Amy Ponson, Director of Development, at (985) 851-8661 or aponson@marybird.com
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MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Y O U R T I M E A N D TA L E N T
WAYS TO GIVE VOLUNTEER & FUNDRAISE Volunteer your time at the Cancer Center, play an active role in planning and executing fundraising events, or host an event. In whatever capacity you choose as a volunteer, you will be contributing to the total patient experience.
VOLUNTEER
SIGNATURE EVENTS
COMMUNITY EVENTS
Join us as a volunteer and assist with guest services, clerical support or provide that caring and compassionate “personal touch” for our patients.
Serve on a fundraising committee and play an active role in planning and executing our signature events.
Host an event and partner with us to raise awareness and funds to support the fight against cancer.
HOW TO MAKE A DONATION Each donation to the Cancer Center impacts the lives of patients, their families and the citizens of the communities we serve through early detection, education, patient care, patient support and research.
ANNUAL GIVING
MAJOR GIVING
PLANNED GIVING/ENDOWMENT
helps make possible programs and services that support the entire continuum of cancer care. Annual gifts can be made monthly, recurring or as a one-time donation. Giving in honor of or in memory of someone is a wonderful way to pay tribute and support the fight against cancer. Sponsorship and partnership opportunities are also available.
transforms cancer care today and for generations to come by positively impacting the lives of cancer patients and their families. With your support, we will realize our vision to become the regional cancer center of choice.
is an investment in the future of cancer care. Your gift and your legacy will help grow our endowment ensuring that leading-edge cancer care and research live on.
SAVE THE DATE FOR THESE UPCOMING EVENTS • Taste of the Tournament Par-Tee and Auction
• Ladies Night Out
• Tree for Life
Friday, September 18, 2015
Thursday, December 3, 2015
Friday, April 17, 2015
• Geaux Pink
• Fakiér Open
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8166 MAIN STREET, SUITE 101 | HOUMA, LOUISIANA 70360 MBPTGMC.ORG | (985) 851-8661
A HIGH-FLYING MESSENGER OF HOPE AND RENEWAL Upon entering Mary Bird Perkins Cancer Center at TGMC, patients and visitors are welcomed by a larger-than-life message of hope and recovery perched high above the Center’s soaring entryway – the butterfly mobile, a 30-foot-high by 17-foot-wide, free-flying work of art. The mobile, a one-of-a-kind structure, serves as a reminder of the power of metamorphosis. As the butterfly is symbolic of transformation, strength and profound change in life, the piece serves as an inspiring reminder for all those who visit the Cancer Center.
8166 MAIN STREET, SUITE 101 | HOUMA, LA 70360 MBPTGMC.ORG | (985) 851-8661
OUR MISSION IS TO IMPROVE SURVIVORSHIP AND LESSEN THE BURDEN OF CANCER THROUGH COLLABORATION.