Shirley Caperton Wins Look Good Feel Better® 2018 State Sunrise Award

FLORENCE VOLUNTEER RECOGNIZED FOR DEDICATION AND SERVICE

FLORENCE – Shirley Caperton, a Look Good Feel Better volunteer from Florence, AL, will be recognized with the State Sunrise Award for her service and commitment to the Look Good Feel Better program. Look Good Feel Better, a free, national program dedicated to improving the lives of women undergoing cancer treatment by offering guidance and advice to help them cope with the appearance-related side effects of treatment, presents the awards each year to volunteers who have made extraordinary contributions to the program and the lives of the women it serves. This award-winning volunteer was chosen as the LGFB Certified Volunteer from other candidates within the state of Alabama and will be presented with her award at the Alliance Cancer Center on November 27, 2018 at 10:00 AM.

Shirley Caperton has been an integral part of the Look Good Feel Better program for many years. As a licensed cosmetologist and cancer survivor herself, Shirley has been a leader in promoting the program and giving women hope.

“Shirley embodies the attitude of a servant’s heart,” said Anna Duncan, community development manager for the American Cancer Society. “Her dedication to local cancer patients is unparalleled. I’m so thankful to not only have her as a volunteer but also as a friend.”

“Mrs. Shirley has a heart full of grace, love and compassion. She has touched the lives of so many people by sharing her inspiring story, encouraging them to keep a positive attitude after a cancer diagnosis and by sharing her time and knowledge to make them Look Good, and Feel Better. Thank you, Shirley, for all that you do to improve the lives of cancer survivors!” – Melody Delaney, Alliance Cancer Center

As Shirley went through her own cancer journey, the LGFB program meant a lot to her, giving her an opportunity to be with other cancer patients facing the scary diagnosis of cancer.  Shirley wanted to give back, encourage others as she was encouraged through the program and give hope.  She recalls sharing her story with women and seeing their faces light up because they saw hope.

Since 1989, the Look Good Feel Better program has been dedicated to improving the morale, confidence and quality of life for women during cancer treatment, offering a sense of normalcy and control during an often difficult and challenging time.  Look Good Feel Better has served nearly 1 million women in the U.S. and reaches 150,000 patients/survivors annually through online and virtual services and support.

Jeannie Smith,Program Manager, Mission Delivery/American Cancer Society, Inc. | South Region