Careity Foundation

Filing Period

Jan 1, 2010 to Dec 31, 2010

Signed

Nov 15, 2011

Return Version

2010v3.4

Gross Receipts

$694,012

Mission

Major Activities

Activity 2

Individualized programs and servicesfor the cancer patientcancer patients and their families confront a myriad of needs, from medical care to psychological, spiritual and emotional issues. Each patient faces a unique set of needs. Careity foundation helps to identify specific needs and provide individualized care through supportive clinical services. Impactful programs and beneficial servicesprovided by careity foundationnutritional counseling and supplementsa trained dietician and personalized nutrition plan assist each cancer patient with the weight and nutrition issues that are often caused by chemotherapy, hormonal therapy and radiation therapy.community awareness programs and outreach.opened the careity breast care center circle of care treatement with the goal of having a complete treatement plan within 72 hours rather than multiple meetings over weeks with different specialists. Clinical trials:when possible, cancer patients are given access to clinical trials.psychotherapy counseling: dealing with the emotional issues related to cancer diangnosis, anxiety, grief, stress anger and fear.pain managementpain, anxiety and drug sensitivities can complicate or intensify the rigor of cancer treatment. Acupuncture and oncology massage, natural treatments for pain and anxiety, ease the patient's journey through treatment.training and educationa cancer diagnosis thrusts caregivers and patients into a complicated and expensive world of medical protocols, diagnostic tests, and more. Resources and support provide urgent information and caring guidance.cancerguide navigationdeveloped by the center for mind-body medicine in washington, d.c., the cancerguides program provides reliable information on complementary and alternative (cam) therapies. A cancerguide explains options and provides information about therapies and treatments, during and after cancer treatment.all programs and services are provided by licensed and/or accredited professionals. In almost all cases, services are not covered by insurance, or are cost-prohibitive. Careity foundation believes that these services are essential to effective care for all cancer patients.direct patient services1. Over 2,465 cancer patient visits2. 515 fuel assistance @ $25ea.3. Over 370 mamaograms and diagnotics

Activity 3

Screening, mammograms, biopsies, education and gas card programs:early detection being critical for the successful treatment of cancer patients, this program is a cornerstone for the success of the foundation.careity foundation founders have formed a collaboration of service providers in 3 counties. In an unprecedented expression of compassion for women in our community, a partnership of foundations and medical service providers in three counties, will offer complimentary mammograms and a complete treatment plan in one day in each county called "careity day" for women in the area who are underinsured or lack access to preventive care.access will also be provided to other diagnostic tools neccessary for early detection. Education regarding the importance of early detection, monitoring and preventive care are also a critical component of this program.the gas card program helps patients get to chemotherapy and radiation therapy appointments.302 mammograms, 68 diagnostic, comparison studies, diagnostic clinical exams & biopsies

Filer

EIN

06-1704800