Community Cancer Services Receives Business of the Month

Community Cancer Services (CCS), a nonprofit organization, was honored as business of the month by the Greater Sandpoint Chamber of Commerce on May 14th for their outstanding service to local cancer patients and their families.

CCS was founded in 2003 by Heather Gibson and her friend Cynthia Dalsing who saw a dire need for a cancer resource center for both Bonner and Boundary county residents. CCS became known as “Heather’s House” after founder Gibson passed away after an eight year battle with cancer in 2006. Located at 1215 Michigan Street Suite B, CCS provides financial support and services to those needing help during their cancer treatments. Some services include support groups, advocacy, counseling, a lending library, nutrition supplements, volunteer drivers, yoga classes, research assistance, and educational forums.

“There is nothing more frightening than hearing the word ‘cancer,’” said Ambassador Peggy Shadel who gave the award to CCS on behalf of the Chamber and relayed her own heart-felt story. “Until you have been there, you can’t wholly comprehend what the ladies at CCS mean to every person who walks through their doors,” she said. “The have dedicated their time and energy to the fight against cancer.”

“It is from the support of our community, through local donations, that helps keep our doors open,” said CCS Program Director Stephanie Moss. “We are very thankful for the support we receive from our community – it has helped make Heather’s dream a reality,” she said.

For more information about CCS, call 255-2301 or visit www.communitycancerservices.org.

Photo Caption: Pictured from left is CCS board member Barbara Clapp, Chamber Ambassador Peggy Shadel, CCS Program Director Stephanie Moss, and CCS Treasurer Lou MacAfee.