A Charlotte Maxwell volunteer teaching a workshop

We are so grateful to be featured in the Oakland Voices article written by Bella Liu. She captured our organization and mission beautifully, highlighting the free, whole-person care we provide and the deep connection between our clients, volunteers, and staff.

The story features longtime client Kristy O’Brien and 25-year volunteer acupuncturist Sachi Enochty, along with our Executive Director Ray Rieder speaking to why this work matters: everyone deserves access to care and comfort while going through cancer treatment, no matter their income.

Thank you, Oakland Voices, for sharing our story.

Read the full article here:https://oaklandvoices.us/2026/08/12/charlotte-maxwell-clinic-cancer-low-income-women/

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