As we continue to follow Governor Wolf’s and the CDC’s directive, our center is temporarily closed.
We realize life still happens and if you find yourself with a new cancer diagnosis we want you to know we are here to help. Please call us at 570-714-8800 or email us at info@cancerwellnessnepa.org. We will send you our paperwork for you to complete and return so we can get you processed and readily serve you once we return plus stay in touch during this time.
Now more than ever human support and connection is vital. We want you to know you are not alone.
Lisa Orlandini,
Director, Candy’s Place Cancer & Wellness Center
Unfortunately, due to the current circumstances surrounding COVID-19, we are postponing the Annual Walk until Fall 2020. We will announce the new date as soon as possible. Thank you for your continued support.
As a cancer and wellness resource center, we work hard to provide support to our cancer clients and their loved ones in a welcoming, supportive, and relaxing environment.
We always have daily activities to choose from at Candy’s Place and we plan, coordinate, and implement other events for the benefit of our cancer clients and their friends and families.
Candy’s Place is a non profit organization. Without your help and generosity, we would not be able to provide the services and support that we offer to the individuals who need it.
We need your vote!
We know these are challenging times but if you could offer your vote (each vote is $5) please help us continue to help others.
How? use this link to vote... via Westmoreland Club fundraising initiative..
501cfree.info/cast-your-vote
Anyone, anywhere can cast a vote...
Why?
Here's one reason:
Maria:
I am a proud survivor of acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) and a bone marrow transplant.
After spending a total of twelve months in and out of a hospital and in isolation, I was physically weak. I was unable to walk long distances, and used a wheelchair. For shorter distances, I often used a walker. After several months of physical therapy, I was informed I used all my health insurance visits for the year. I was overcome with fear and anxiety, because I was still weak and had difficulty walking. As I explained my situation to one of the workers at Candy’s Place, I was informed I could receive one-on-one strength training and participate in Yoga. After several months of exercising at the center, I began to feel stronger. Not only did I feel the improvement, but my family and friends noticed it too!
Thinking about this critical time in my life I realize how much I have grown, with the help of Candy’s Place. I once was the person with cancer who had to use a wheelchair and walker, to a cancer survivor who proved I can once again walk up the steep hill I live on. A special thank you to all the caring workers and volunteers at Candy’s Place.... Candy’s Place now feels like my “home away from home.” It is a place where you find people who are willing to lend a listening ear, shed a tear with you, offer a hug, or can give you a reason to smile and laugh. Candy's Place is a wellness center that continues to improve my health emotionally, mentally, and physically!
Candy’s Place is a godsend to Northeastern Pennsylvania. There is no other resource center like this in the area where people can get answers, gain access to support services, and have the ability to participate in special events.
My friend suggested coming down to Candy’s Place. I had never heard of it, but came here and I found warm and caring hugs, therapies, and classes. I couldn’t believe that this was available for me and it was free!
One of our clients referred to Candy’s Place as her oasis. She said it was what she looked forward to between her doctor visits and chemotherapy treatments. Doctors concentrate on a person’s illness, but at Candy’s Place, we focus on wellness.
With the help of the staff, volunteers and others touched by cancer, I learned to do more than just survive. At Candy’s Place I began to thrive. I am painfully aware that everyone’s journey through cancer is difficult, and for most of us the bad days far outweigh the good.
I unfortunately did not know about Candy’s Place when I was going through chemotherapy and radiation and always thought there should be something more out there for cancer patients and their families. And sure enough, I guess when I needed it most, I found Candy’s Place and it’s been a lifesaver to me.
This is a reference list for a variety of cancer related programs, educational materials and facilities for those battling cancer and their families.
Volunteers are the absolute center of our organization here at Candy’s Place. We have a strong volunteer team and we could not operate without them. If you want to help, please consider volunteering.
Our services are FREE to anyone 18 years or older, man or woman, with any cancer diagnosis. Up to 3 caregivers are FREE as well. There are a variety of programs and services to choose from including Support Groups, Lending Library, Educational Workshops, Cancer Resource Materials and a Boutique & Haberdashery.