About Us

you are not meant to endure cancer alone

a survivor by your side

CanCare Charleston is an independent affiliate of CanCare, Inc., incorporating the same mission, values and methodology. We focus especially on matching cancer patients with volunteers in the same geographic area, when possible, so they can meet in person. We are closely aligned with the Greater Charleston health care system and with the faith community.

We are Charleston’s only peer-mentor training and matching program for cancer survivors and caregivers of ANY type of cancer.

CanCare is a national, interfaith organization that provides support to people dealing with cancer. CanCare’s mission is to improve the quality of life for cancer patients and their families by providing one-on-one, long-term emotional and spiritual support from trained volunteers who have experienced and survived the same cancer, or who have been caregivers to someone who has. CanCare’s national network generally provides support over the phone or through text and email.