Countering the consuming effects of a cancer diagnosis with hope is the hallmark of our Foundation. Fulfilling the legacy of compassion from our beloved namesake, Minnie Pearl, The Foundation offers guidance and support to cancer patients and their families and friends as they navigate their way through the overwhelming diagnosis of cancer.
Our Patient Resource Center doors have been open to patients and families since 2001, regardless of treating oncologist or facility and free of charge. Our on-site oncology social workers assist patients daily with emotional and practical issues such as finances, lodging, and transportation. Continually seeking ways to address the unmet needs of the cancer patient, the Foundation offers visitors, from Middle Tennessee and across the country, a haven in which they can openly share their hopes and concerns about their diagnosis. They can also find support and plan for the future.
Sarah Cannon, the legendary comedienne who created the charming Grand Ole Opry character Minnie Pearl and who was a compassionate cancer survivor herself, knew first-hand the priceless value of positive support in healing from a cancer diagnosis.
The Foundation is charged with helping cancer patients move through cancer diagnoses and treatment with Minnie Pearl’s characteristic human touch.
