Cause

The reason why we do it

Rob's Story

I was diagnosed with colon cancer in 1995 at the age of 28. While I was undergoing treatment my kids, who were 6 & 4 years old at the time, benefited greatly from the art threapy program offered by the London Region Cancer Centre (LRCC), as well councelling was made available for my wife and I. Sadly, due to government cutbacks those types of services are no longer readily available to patients at the LRCC.

The London and Region Wellspring Cancer Support Centre offers all types of programs and support for cancer patients and their families at no cost. Wellspring relies a lot on donations from the public rasied from events such as A Round for a Cure. Shelley and her team do an excellent job in helping cancer patients and their families deal with their struggle.

I am honoured to have my family as well as some of my closest friends join me in hosting this event. It makes the cause much more special knowing those who supported me in my battle are there to help others in theirs.

Rob Matic, Founder
Corey Perry A Round For A Cure

Wellspring London And Region

Today I read from a member, “Wellspring is a lifesaver in terms of delivering the kind of support that the members crave.”

We’re proud of comments like that because that’s what we strive to do. We’re here to provide calm from the storm of appointments, decisions, alterations, emotions and normal chaos that follows the diagnosis of cancer – for the patient, their family members and their friends.
We have registered nearly 2000 members. And yet we still hear from folks that they don’t know we’re here and they’re not quite sure what we do.

We’re located in the centre of downtown near the corner of Richmond and Hyman Streets. We provide 20 different programs and services to people needing support on their cancer journey. We have trained, experienced volunteers providing front desk coverage and peer support Monday to Friday each week. We have certified program leaders facilitating our various coping, expressive and support programs. Examples of programs include: yoga, art therapy, Qi Gong, Support groups, Reiki, etc. As well we have a well stocked library and resource centre. And all of this is provided at no financial cost to our members.

We receive no government funding but rely on the gifts made by donors through direct donation, third party events and grants.

2010 marks the 10th year of service for Wellspring London and Region. For more than half that time, the volunteers of the Corey Perry A Round For A Cure Golf Tournament have been providing encouragement and funds to us. Their dedication to us – and to the tournament they produce, is unmatched.  We sincerely applaud their efforts and thank you for showing an interest in them and us.

Kristen Goodman, Executive Director
Wellspring London and Region