That experience was the hook in supporting the whole patient-centered concept. As Hollings continues to move in the direction of becoming a comprehensive cancer center, its services for patients have also expanded through extended research, the emergence of palliative care services, complementary and alternative medicine. Providing patient-care products and services through The Looking Glass is an extension of these comprehensive support services. Everyone has been excited about opening The Looking Glass for a long time, Gibson said. Customers are happy to see that its stocked with a variety of the latest, most fashionable items that meets many patient s needs.
Cancer is a life-changing experience.
If they can find something that will help them return back to an accepted level of normalcy, it's a move in the right direction. The Charitable Society is one of several area groups who have raised money to support The Looking Glass at Hollings Cancer Center. So far, the program has been supported by many area organizations and supporters. Major contributors include the Junior League of Charleston, MUSC Women s Club, the Charitable Society of Charleston and other individual donors. A portion of these funds will be used to establish a special assistance fund to help recovering cancer patients in financial need for products and services offered by The Looking Glass.