ASHLAND

Ashland County Cancer Association


Address: 1200 E Main St.

                Ashland, Ohio 44805

Hours:  MW- 9AM-4PM
               TTh- 9AM-12PM

Phone: (419) 281-1863

Fax: 419-281-5743

Website: ashlandcountycancer.org

Email: acca@bright.net

 

Contact: Becky Plank, Director

Description:  Provides a resource library for the types of cancer treatment and prevention.  Serves over 270 patients aiding with medical supplies, prescriptions up to $150 per month, and helps with mileage to treatments and check-ups.  They also provide free mammograms.  The agency has a bone marrow drive every 2 years.  There are no requirements except for the diagnosis of cancer.  They are an independent organization, funded by the United Way of Ashland County, and the Mochican Area Fund.

 

One-Time Volunteer Opportunities: Sept: Working Fair Booths, Nov: Taste of Ashland

 

On-Going Volunteer Opportunities: Needs help with the Resource Library, bulk mailings, and keeping inventory.

 

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Training/Other Requirements Needed:

 

Directions from Ashland University: Claremont Avenue to Main St., Turn right. Follow Main St. (towards I-71) past Lee/Sloan Ave lgiht.  Beind Mexican Restaurant (Casa Fiesta)--near A&W Rootbeer Stand.