Because they affect key organs involved in eating, expression, social interactions and appearance, cancers of the head and neck are especially challenging for patients. Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center has one of the largest programs in the Northeast dedicated to providing care for patients with these cancers — and today formally opened an expanded clinical center designed around the treatments, services and supportive care that are helping Roswell Park’s integrated teams to provide optimal care and quality of life for these patients.

When Dr. Roswell Park established the first center in the United States dedicated solely to the study of cancer, he enlisted some of the best and brightest minds from across the globe. Today, Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center continues to be a world-class destination for scientists and oncologists — not only as a career home, but as a place to learn about cancer science and clinical practice. Through two new collaborative summer programs, the cancer center is now expanding its engagement with young learners.

Two local organizations dedicated to serving others — the Seneca-Babcock Community Association and Buffalo Adult & Teen Challenge — have expanded their programming and culinary offerings following two major projects supported by a grant from the CARES Program at Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center.