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wants to go through such surgery.

Offering a first ray of hope, she helps patients “explore new ways to get help and helpful services” besides helping them fill out forms for financial assistance.

She instructs patients in exercise, dishes out general information and gives helpful hints.

After the first visit, Mrs. Hales makes a second visit—either by phone or in person. Most of the women she visits are in Rappahannock and Warren counties.

After the doctor requests such a visit, Mrs. Hales appears with information. Patients are not visited unless doctors request the visit.

"It is giving something back that was given to me,” she said with a smile.

All information is free of charge, supported by the American Cancer Society.

This year, the group has sent representatives into each magisterial district to collect funds door-to-door, hoping to double their last year’s donation amount of $3,000. I

“This year we are better organized and have more help,” said chairman of the Rappahannock chapter, Carol Miller.

For information of to make a donation or a memorial call Mrs. Miller at 675-3691. Those interested in mailing in a contribution or memorial should send donations to Box 3, Washington, Va. 22747. Note that these donations ar for the American Cancer Society, not similar-sounding organizations.

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