This Luncheon recognizes Cancer Survivor's who have been courageous in their battle with cancer and serve as role models in the community. Teams compete in various contests for prizes. A cancer survivors celebration is held, and luminary bags are sold to honor those loved ones battling the disease. One team member remains on the track at all times during the overnight event. A local letter writing drive to raise money to fight cancer.
Volunteers mail out letters to their neighbors, requesting a contribution.
The Hospice at the Texas Medical Center cares for terminally ill patients and their families in their own homes or in our Patient Care Center which is within a short distance of Rice University. They also help with administrative tasks and serve as receptionists at the front desk of our Patient Care Center. Volunteers can learn about the Hospice during a 30 hour orientation at the Hospice which will enable them to feel more comfortable working with terminally ill patients and their families. Often times the patients with AIDS have also contracted cancer. Volunteer opportunities range from helping at the reception desk, in the kitchen or in the laundry room to working with the patients directly through planned activities, bedside care and in home visiting.