Celebrating 19 Years of Elixir
Celebrating 19 Years of Elixir Thank you It's that time of year again. Spring is on the horizon, and we are marking our nineteenth anniversary. The Elixir Fund Anniversary is bittersweet. Founded in honor of Kevin McQuarrie, it marks the anniversary of his death, but it also marks the beginning of all that he
Cancer Thriving & Surviving Winter, 2022
Developed by Stanford University, this licensed program in self-management is proven to help those impacted by cancer to better manage the challenges to thriving. Whether you are newly diagnosed, in treatment or post treatment, this program is for you. The curriculum covers issues experienced by many such as managing fatigue: pain and sleep; dealing
Tips for Patients
Tips for Patients: A large part of cancer treatment is going to the hospital or treatment centers whether for checkups, treatment, or lab work. We have encountered incredible patients who have incredible patience when dealing with these trips. From them, we have gathered some tips that we would like to share. Your comfort goes a
Tips for Caregivers
Tips for Caregivers: A critical aspect of comfort care for cancer patients is their support system of family and friends. The following are tips for caregivers to help you care for the patient as well as yourself. Encourage visitors to keep their visits brief – While it is often very uplifting to the patient to
Auction Sponsorship
Sponsoring the Elixir Fund's Cocktail Party & Auction is a great way to promote your business while supporting a worthwhile cause. Sponsorship levels are listed below. If you would like to sponsor the Elixir Fund’s East Coast Cocktail Party and Auction fill out our SPONSORSHIP FORM or call Meg McQuarrie at (800) 494-9228 for more information.
Kevin’s Birthday
HAPPY KEVIN’S BIRTHDAY!!! I consider myself blessed that, for the most part, I cannot help but smile when I think of Kevin. That was one of the many gifts he gave me, and so many others. Kevin loved time with family and friends, he loved to laugh, he loved a good pun and he
Know your family history
It is important to know your family health history This is a message that we think bears repeating. A key factor in taking care of your health is to know your family history. We just closed out Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month and have entered Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Both cancers can have a genetic component and
