The Grand Rehabilitation and Nursing at Queens’ Residents Raise Over $1,000 for American Cancer Society

January 27, 2017, Queens, NY – Residents and staff of The Grand Rehabilitation and Nursing at Queens donated funds to the American Cancer Society for breast cancer research at a recent check presentation ceremony held at The Grand’s Queens location in Whitestone, NY. During the month of October, which is designated as National Breast Cancer Awareness Month, residents raised a total of $1,092 by selling ribbons, key chains, T-shirts, hats and caps with the identifiable pink ribbon – which is the symbol for breast cancer awareness. Monetary donations were also accepted.

“The American Cancer Society’s mission is to save lives, celebrate lives, and lead the fight for a world without cancer. About one in eight U.S. women will develop invasive breast cancer over the course of her lifetime,” said Canosa Chan, Senior Market Manager Community Engagement, American Cancer Society. “We thank the residents, including team leader Madeline Castora for helping to raise funds that will aid in breast cancer research and make a significant impact in the health of women going forward.”

“Not one person within our building has not had their life touched by a cancer diagnosis, whether it is themselves, someone in their family or a close friend,” said Peretz Stein, Administrator, The Grand Rehabilitation and Nursing at Queens. “Our staff is comprised of caring proactive individuals who share the same commitment as the American Cancer Society of finding a cure for cancer in our lifetime. Our residents took ownership of this program and it has built momentum for future fundraising initiatives.”

For more information about The Grand Healthcare System, visit www.thegrandhealthcare.com

Photo Caption (L to R): Peretz Stein, Administrator at The Grand at Queens, Canosa Chan, Senior Market Manager Community Engagement, American Cancer Society, Madeline Castora, The Grand at Queens Resident, Joseph Preger, Assistant Administrator, and Chloe Hodgson, Director of Recreation at The Grand at Queens.