A few years ago, a young woman touched the hearts of many of us in Sandpoint and on Schweitzer Mountain. Schweitzer named an event for her: A Day for Heather. The event is named in memory of Heather Gibson, a member of the Sandpoint community who did much to change the face of cancer in North Idaho before she died from the disease in August 2006.
The initial campaign drew much praise, but also raised enough in funds to start Sandpoint's own Community Cancer Service. Now, just five short years later, CCS has its own digs, and works closely with many groups such as the American Cancer Society and Bonner Community Hospice, providing assistance, aid, groups, and guidance for those that are stricken with this live-altering, and often life-ending disease.
I interviewed them on my North Idaho Arts & Adventure radio show Tuesday, sending a shout out for more volunteers and donations, but also just to say thanks to everyone involved for providing such a needed service to our community.
Heather's ideas and ideals live on in our community, and CCS is an integral part of that.
To learn more about CCS, visit their website at www.CommunityCancerServices.org
Community Cancer Services
1215 Michigan St. Suite B
Sandpoint, ID 83864
(208) 255-2301
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