We give compassionate support and FREE resources to our NCW cancer warriors, from diagnosis to survivorship.
No One Fights Alone.
OUR MISSION
At Wellness Place, we give compassionate support and FREE resources to individuals, their families and caregivers through their cancer journey, from diagnosis to survivorship, for those residing in Chelan, Douglas, Grant and Okanogan counties.
Some of the cancer support services we provide include gas cards to help get to cancer treatments, wigs for those losing their hair during treatment, overnight lodging for patients, nutritional supplement drinks (Boost or similar), quilts, hats and scarves for warmth, support groups, and so much more!
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
President: Linette Gahringer, Volunteer/Master Trainer SAIL Instructor and Matter of Balance
Vice-President: Megan Kovanen, Volunteer/Business Owner
Secretary: Kendra Wilson, Physical Therapist, Associates in Physical Therapy
Treasurer: Stephen Lewis, Volunteer/Retired Geophysics and Global Seismic Delivery Manager
Anne Brooks, Volunteer/Community Advocate
Dr. Chandra Villano, ND, Naturopathic Physician
Dr. Lexie Graham, MD, Internal Medicine Physician, Confluence Health
STAFF
Executive Director: Julie Lindholm
Admin Assistant: Dodie Pike
Champions of Wellness Place/Past Board Members
Dr Carl Kjobech
Dr. Thomas Halgren
Justin Harris
Patrick Aylward
Callie Klein
Mary Gunkel
Dr. David Weber
Pam Hannah
Carol Schrader
Melissa Knott
Jean Horan
Kelli Van Wagner
John Schulz
Allen Dietz
Teresa Filbeck
Larry Sexton
John Arnold
Tom Warren
What exactly does the Wellness Place do?
At Wellness Place, we give compassionate support and FREE resources to individuals, their families and caregivers through their cancer journey, from diagnosis to survivorship, for those residing in Chelan, Douglas, Grant and Okanogan counties.
We are confidential,resourceful, and here to help you!
What services do you provide?
Wellness Place offers FREE services to cancer patients in treatment including gas cards, wigs, nutritional supplements, quilts, hats, scarves, lodging assistance, support groups, and more. Please contact us for specific benefit and services information. We also offer a cancer survivor support group, restorative yoga and other programs. Please visit our Programs Page to see a list of our programs.
What is your service area?
We provide services to cancer patients in treatment and survivors who reside in Chelan, Douglas, Okanogan, and Grant Counties.
Do I have to qualify to have services provided by you?
Wellness Place will need a form completed by your medical professional(s) who are part of your cancer treatment program. A new form will be required each year.
Is there age restrictions?
We help anyone who could use our assistance – regardless of age or income.
How can I keep up to date with the events and fundraising?
You can connect with us several ways! Sign up for our e-news, visit our calendar page, or follow us on Facebook and Instagram.
What is your annual gala?
Our Gala is our annual fundraising event which gives us the golden opportunity to celebrate the volunteers, participants, families, medical professionals and everyone invested in Wellness Plac, and its impact in the community. We would love to have you join in this wonderful evening! Click here to visit our Gala page.
What types of donations do you take?
Click here to visit our support page to see ways you can help!
How else can I help?
Wellness Place appreciates the outpouring of support from our community and beyond. You can become a sponsor, a donor, join our fundraising events, volunteer and refer your friends and family to receive assistance from Wellness Place. If you want more information, please call us at 509-888-9933. We would love to hear from you!