history
After many years of treating cancer, professionals caring for oncology patients recognized there was a need to help patients and cancer survivors by more than simply treating the disease. There was a strong sense that more could be done to aid patients and their families through the process of treatment and survival. For seldom is the patient the only one undergoing a change. Often, family, friends and co-workers are affected. Who is helping them through this process? Who is educating them about the disease and teaching them how to cope?

Out of this concern and desire to do more for his patients and their families, Dr. Silas Charles started the Cancer Care Centers Foundation (CCCF) in 1993. Created as a non-profit organization, CCCF began providing comprehensive patient/family support services, community outreach and education.

In 2004, we received Florida Today’s Volunteer recognition Award as the "Organization of the Year". CCCF continues today to assist thousands of families in their battle against cancer.

meet our board
Our 14 member board are dedicated volunteers from our community that work tirelessly in helping the CCCF be a positive resource for cancer patients and their families. We are truly blessed to have such a compassionate and understanding group of people who are dedicated to helping others.

board members

medical advisor
SILAS J. CHARLES, M.D.
scharles@cancercarebrevard.com

honorary members
JOHN DHYANCHARD
BRITTA NEWCOMER, R.N.
CAROLYN J. SHOTT, CPA