The Phoebe Foundation and Lights of Love are partnering with the Phoebe Cancer Center Boutique to fund port shirts for all newly diagnosed chemotherapy patients. The initiative reflects a shared commitment to providing comfort, dignity, and compassionate support throughout cancer care.

Chemo port shirts are specially designed with discreet access points that allow nurses to reach a patient's port without requiring them to fully undress. The shirts make treatments more comfortable, more convenient, and less stressful for patients. Providing one at diagnosis ensures patients are prepared for treatment from the very beginning.

Every dollar raised through our donors and Lights of Love supporters goes directly toward helping local cancer patients. For someone newly diagnosed, a port shirt may seem like a small gesture, but it can make a meaningful difference in their comfort and experience throughout treatment. The generosity of our community is making an immediate, tangible impact in the lives of our neighbors, and that is the true power of giving,” said Parker Douglas, Director of the Phoebe Foundation.

By providing port shirts at no cost, the Phoebe Foundation and Lights of Love are taking away one additional financial burden for patients and families already facing a great deal. Funds raised through Phoebe Foundation donors and Lights of Love supporters directly benefit local cancer patients, and every donation helps improve the experience of those receiving care close to home. This initiative is just one example of community generosity, making an immediate difference for neighbors.

"This donation demonstrates the power of community philanthropy in enhancing the patient experience. It reinforces our commitment to treating every patient with compassion, dignity, and respect. We are deeply grateful to the donors and supporters who made this possible," said Lori Nurmi, Phoebe Director of Clinical Oncology.

The Phoebe Cancer Center Boutique offers a multitude of services for cancer patients and survivors, including mastectomy care, wigs, hats, and scarves, and compression and support wear. Call 229-312-0042 to make an appointment with the boutique.

This year’s Lights of Love tree lighting ceremony at the Phoebe Cancer will be held on Tuesday, December 8 at 6:30 p.m.  If you’d like to make a Lights of Love donation in honor or memory of someone, visit www.lights-of-love.org or call 1-877-312-4483.