CML Support Groups: Members of the CML Advocates Network
The CML Advocates Network connects patient organisations supporting patients and families affected with Chronic Myeloid Leukemia (CML)
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CML Patient Organisations
USA: The Max Foundation
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Mailing/Postal Address:
200 NE Pacific Street, Suite 103
Seattle, WA 98105
USA
Telephone: 425 778 8660
Facsimile: 425 778 8760
Email:
Website: www.themaxfoundation.org
KEY CONTACT:
Name: Pat Garcia-Gonzalez
Position: Chief Executive Officer
ORGANIZATIONAL OBJECTIVES:
Mission: To increase global access to treatment, care and support for people living with cancer.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF ORGANIZATION:
The Max Foundation is a global health organization that believes that all people living with cancer have the right to access the best treatment and support. Through personalized access services, quality training and education, and advocacy efforts, we aim to help people face cancer with dignity and hope.
AUDIENCE/CONSTITUENCY:
Partnering with patients, families, physicians and organizations.
WAYS OF COMMUNICATING WITH CONSTITUENCY:
Website, Phone, Newsletter, regional co-coordinators (Max Stations)
KEY PROGRAMS:
- Treatment access solutions (including: drug donation pathways, patient assistance programs, patient navigation within health systems)
- Advocacy services for families
- Informational referrals to local resources
- Emotional and practical support
- Patient group formation and facilitation
