At 75, Roger Nuhn of Glasford is a relative newlywed. When he and Bonnie married five years ago, he joined a close-knit family that all rallied around him when he started treatment for chronic lymphocytic leukemia in the winter of 2014. Presented with the opportunity to participate in a clinical trial, Roger decided, “What have I got to lose?” The answer: Nothing. He’s not only responding well to treatment—which he’s not sure he could have afforded on his own—but he’s also recovered the energy to do the things he loves. “I wouldn’t have been able to do anything without this treatment. Now, I feel like doing stuff again.” Continue Reading
Roger Nuhn
When you consider all the things you’d like to pass on to your children, cancer certainly doesn’t make the list. But given her family’s history, Ann Best knew it was a possibility. After much deliberation, Ann underwent genetic testing and many family members followed. Knowing the important role the Foundation plays in helping promote and advance testing locally; Ann remains a vocal advocate, serving as a volunteer, donor and board member. “For my kids, I want to see really good research continue right here. The Foundation helps keep Illinois CancerCare on the cutting edge of treatments and therapies.” Continue Reading
Ann Best
Tribute Garden Bench
Honoring those we love
Celebrate the life of a loved one with a beautiful tribute garden bench!
A personalized 6’ bench is a wonderful way to honor your loved one and to provide a lasting spot for our patients to enjoy for years to come. Benches can be purchased for $2,500 and will be placed around the grounds of our Peoria clinic.
Memorials and tributes create a lasting legacy at Illinois CancerCare Foundation. Your donation helps ensure that your family, friends and neighbors always have access to compassionate care, lifesaving treatment and cutting-edge research.
Personalize Your Bench
