At Angel Flight NE, we are dedicated to helping patients access life-saving medical care, especially those who face rare and challenging diagnoses. Today, we want to share the inspiring story of Ann from Olmstedville, New York, who has been courageously battling Central Nervous System Brain Cancer.

Brain cancer, particularly of the central nervous system, requires highly specialized treatment, often only available at leading cancer centers. For Ann, this meant frequent travel to the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute in Boston, which is hundreds of miles from her home. Like many patients with rare forms of brain cancer, the logistical and financial burden of traveling for treatment can be overwhelming.

Thanks to Angel Flight NE, Ann no longer has to worry about how she’ll reach her appointments. Our volunteer pilots, like Jim L., donate their time, planes, and resources to provide free air transportation for patients in need. These flights ensure Ann can focus on her health and recovery, rather than the stress of long-distance travel.

Ann’s story is a powerful reminder of how crucial access to specialized care is for brain cancer patients. Without the support of Angel Flight NE and the generosity of our volunteer pilots, patients like Ann might face delays or difficulties in receiving the treatment they need.

Your continued support helps make these critical flights possible. Every flight represents not just transportation but hope and healing for patients and families in the most challenging times. For those battling rare and aggressive brain cancers like Ann, timely access to specialized treatments can mean the difference between life and death. The specialized care at institutions like Dana-Farber is often a lifeline, offering cutting-edge treatments, expert consultations, and clinical trials that give patients a fighting chance.

Our volunteer pilots play a crucial role in bridging the gap between patients and these world-class medical facilities. Pilots like Jim L. exemplify the selflessness that fuels our mission, flying patients across states and regions to ensure they don’t miss critical appointments. With every flight, these volunteers help alleviate the financial and emotional toll that long-distance medical travel can place on patients and their families.

Angel Flight NE’s mission goes beyond just flying patients. We provide peace of mind, knowing that logistical concerns are handled so that patients can focus on their health. For Ann, this means the difference between worry and relief—knowing that she can continue her fight against brain cancer with full access to the best possible care.

Ann’s courageous battle is ongoing, but with the continued support of Angel Flight NE and the generosity of donors like you, she—and patients like her—can continue to receive the care they need, when and where they need it most. Together, we can make sure that no patient has to choose between their health and the cost or difficulty of travel.