Cancer Connection has recently partnered with local oncology centers in providing our volunteers the opportunity to visit with patients and family members awaiting and receiving cancer treatment. Many patients face treatment alone, and having a friendly face and a listening ear can make a difficult situation a little more bearable. Connection volunteers also offer snacks, blankets, pillows and other sources of comfort for patients and their family members.

Connection volunteers can currently be found at three local oncology centers: Texas Oncology at Balcones Drive, South Austin Cancer Center on James Casey St., and Southwest Regional Cancer Center on West 38th Street. We are optimistic to place volunteers at other oncology centers in the future, but in the meanwhile, look forward to having more volunteer support at our current locations. Please read below for more information regarding the specific shift coverage at each location. Please email Emmett Skiles if you are interested in participating at one of the following locations:

Southwest Regional Cancer Center (901 W. 38th Street, Ste. 200):
Volunteers are currently needed to staff this oncology center on Mondays and Thursdays: Shift One is 9:00 am to 12:00pm. Shift Two is 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm.

Only have an hour or two to spare? Please let us know what hours you are available, and we can accomodate your schedule.