Get Well Gang

Name: Tammy	Date Posted: 23/10/2005
From: Kingston
Email: Royaleagle152@hotmail.com
Comment:
I wish to thank you for the hat I revisived for a friend of mine who is going through cancer treatment to her name is marleen Webb she live in verona Ontario i gave her one of your beatiful hat to weather thank you they really making alot of people happy and it is a wonderful thing you are doing. we have told alot of people about your hats here in kingston Ontario.

Name: Tammy	Date Posted: 23/10/2005
From: Kingston, Ontario
Email: Royaleagle152@hotmail.com
Comment:
I wish to thank you and your friends out their for the beatiful hat thats was made for a friend of mine. My friends going thriugh treatment for cancer She live in Verona Ontario her Name is Marleen Webb she a beatiful person and the hat will make her look even beatiful still thank you oh so very much. And my heart goes out to all woman. be strong be proud.

Name: Ray Smith	Date Posted: 07/06/2006
From: Vancouver
Email: raytelford@telus.net
Comment:
I would love to make hats but I cannot crochet but I am a good fast knitter

Name: Karen	Date Posted: 16/06/2006
From: Burlington, Ontario
Email: karen@karenzahoruk.com
Comment:
Thanks so much for your lovely hat. I have one and it is so nice. I get compliments all the time. I received my hat at the Juravinski CCS Office in Hamilton. Apparently, Pat made mine and it fits perfectly. Thank you for such kind work and thanks to Pat for her loving work!

Name: Diane	Date Posted: 02/08/2006
From: Wellington,Ont
Email: diane.filippov@sympatico.ca
Comment:
Many thanks to Marg Hackett for the crocheted cap I'm wearing. It's perfect for wearing around the house, it's so cozy ,yet not too hot.I'm currently undergoing chemo in Belleville, there was a good supply to choose from in the clinic cupboard.

Name: Robyn	Date Posted: 26/04/2007
From: Toronto
Email: lightblooms@gmail.com
Comment:
I was in the hospital(Princess Margaret) yesterday getting treatment when I was given one of your lovely hats. I really didn't want to be there but your hat definitely brightened my day. Thanks so much to everyone involved it sure means a lot!

Name: Rachael Sewell	Date Posted: 02/06/2007
From: Whitehorse, Yukon
Email: rasewell@northwestel.net
Comment:
Thank-you so much for the beautiful hat. When I went in today for my treatment, Mary my chemo nurse told me they had just arrived. You are all wonderful angels and a special thanks to Myrlo? who made my hat.

Name: Linda	Date Posted: 16/01/2008
From: Guelph, ON
Comment:
Thank you for the lovely hat. I find I'm always cold while going through chemo, so am really enjoying your hat. You are doing a great job.

Name: Mary Johnston	Date Posted: 07/02/2008
From: Toronto
Email: bosloe@rogers.com
Comment:
While I was receiving chemo today at Princess Margaret, I was pleased to receive a knitted cap. It is pink with a flower on the side. It is a saucy little cap with attitude knitted by Gerry. Thank you for making my day-- I look forward to wearing it. Mary Johnston

Name: alison	Date Posted: 08/02/2008
From: toronto
Comment:
At chemo yesterday at PMH the volunteer brought out some hats. I saw the one I picked from a distance and loved it. It is a navy blue knitted toque. I had been shopping for hats last week as I just lost my hair and could not find one. This one is beautiful and the best thing is that when I read who made it, it was made by Gwen which is my mothers name!! Thank you so much.

Name: Marieta	Date Posted: 24/06/2008
From: Bolton, Ontario
Email: mjmaniezzo@hotmail.com
Comment:
I was at Credit Valley Hospital recently and was very moved to receive one of your knitted caps. It is pretty and cozy and I don't have to worry about singeing it when I'm in the kitchen! A heartfelt thanks to Susan for skillfully knitting it and Penny for donating the pretty pastel blue and multicoloured yarn!

Name: janet	Date Posted: 25/07/2008
From: lindsay
Email: jan-62@hotmail,com
Comment:
my name is janet.I knit hats for peterbourgh and wonder how they are received.

Name: Betty	Date Posted: 18/08/2008
From: Round Rock, Texas, USA
Email: betty.braun@sbcglobal.net
Comment:
This is a wonderful idea. I would like to start a branch here in Round Rock. I just recently went through the cancer shock just after a friend of mine. She had to undergo chemo but I did not. I would have loved to be able to make her a hat. There are so many people who are going through chemo at my oncologists office that I would like to give them a hat. Here in Texas it is so hot all the time maybe you could help me revise a patter enough to use a lighter weight yarn. I would appreciate any info you could give me. Let me know if there is anything I need to do to get started. I don't know if you require anything to use your group name. Thanks Betty

Name: Gretchen Huntley	Date Posted: 22/08/2008
From:
Email: gretchenhuntley@sympatico.ca
Comment:
To the comment made by Janet regarding her hats; I have attempted to contact you by email but they are returned saying "system error". If you would like to contact me directly through my email address shown or on the "contact us" page of our website, I will be able to respond directly to you. Thank you Gretchen Huntley

Name: Skytree	Date Posted: 13/09/2008
From: Glen Williams, ON
Email: skytree.smith@sympatico.ca
Comment:
Thank you so much for the hat, it's perfect! There was a basket of them at Credit Valley hospital on Thursday -they didn't last long and I was glad I got one! It's a muli-blue pattern made by Louise and it looks and feels great! I finished chemo at the end of July and my hair is just starting to grow back so I wish I'd found them sooner, but the timing is good because it's getting cooler and my head is always freezing!

Name: Carol	Date Posted: 11/10/2008
From: Toronto
Email: abbottcarol@hotmail.com
Comment:
My sincere thanks for the beautiful pink hat done by Marilyn...Thank you Marilyn for your time, dedication and kindness...I love the hat and it fits me perfectly. It was given to me yesterday by a volunteer at Princess Margaret Hospital during my treatment. I was truly touched by this wonderful, selfless, compassionate program. Gretchen Huntley you are a Hero and this program you have started speaks volumes about your soul and what kind of person you truly are...Thank you!

Name: Pamela Dyett	Date Posted: 11/11/2008
From: Scarborough
Email: phelicia_d@yahoo.ca
Comment:
I would love to thank you all for making me feel so happy and full of hope. I was so down about losing my hair and the treatments I am currently undergoing and the fact that people like yourselves are doing such wonderful deeds means a whole lot. You guys are absolutely a wonderful gift from heaven and I thank you with all my heart and I wish for God to continue blessing us and everyone around the world with people such as yourselves. Much appreciation and love. Thank you, Thank you, and Thank you.

Name: Marie Kelly	Date Posted: 04/01/2009
From: Venosta Quebec Canada
Email: Venostaflowerpower@yahoo.ca
Comment:
I have recently received your hats. They are terrific. What a wonderful thing you are doing for sick people. I have cancer and am losing my hair and am always cold. God bless you all for your hard work. It is very much appreciated. Thank you.

Name: Carolyn Clay	Date Posted: 04/01/2009
From: curently Arkansas
Email: carolynclay84@yahoo.com
Comment:
I have lost both of my parents to cancer within the past 4 years. My mother just this past December. I know how much the caps/hats increased her self confidiance when she was able to go out in public. What you are doing does make a huge difference in peoples lives. Thank you all for starting this organization.

Name: Teresa	Date Posted: 02/03/2009
From: Surrey, BC
Email: tiemstra@axion.net
Comment:
I would like to thank Gwen and Gerry for the beautiful hats they thoughtfully and generously donated to the Surrey Cancer Center. I am currently going through treatment for breast cancer and I really appreciate the beautifully designed hats that I was able to pick up there. They help me to feel more confident when I have to go out, in spite of the hair loss. What you are doing is wonderful and generous and gratefully appreciated. Bless you, Teresa

Name: Jennifer Burrell	Date Posted: 05/03/2009
From: Toronto
Email: me@jenniferburrell.com
Comment:
I wish to pass along my heartfelt thanks to everyone at your organization especially someone named "Doris" who made this comfy warm hat that sit on my hairless head making me warm and happy!

Name: Carol O'Connell	Date Posted: 18/04/2009
From: Tomahawk,Wi
Email: panda@gotousa.net
Comment:
I am interested in making the hats you have listed on the site,however I cannot open another of the patterns that end with .pub. Is there anyway you can email them to me in a different format so I can open them? I want to make some hats and donate them to the UW Cancer Center where my husband recently underwent his chemo treatments.

Name: Annette Phillips	Date Posted: 18/04/2009
From: Mills River, NC USA
Email: laserscribe@bellsouth.net
Comment:
Thank you for knit cap pattern - will make for my daughter who starts chemo next week for breast cancer. Then will donate caps to local Hospice - Elizabeth House, Hendersonville, NC. Thank you!

Name: alison	Date Posted: 18/04/2009
From: LA
Email: alisonrichman@hotmail.com
Comment:
hi, it would be helpful if you had a picture of the hats that accompanied each pattern. i would recommend you provide pdfs of these patterns on your website, as these are the easiest for the people to download and view. let me know if you need help.

Name: Jennifer	Date Posted: 18/04/2009
From: Mansfield, GA USA
Email: mccklb@bellsouth.net
Comment:
It seems that I'm not the only one unable to open the patterns with the .PUB extension. Is there another way to obtain the patterns? Also, which pattern is pictured on the model? I really like this pattern!

Name: beverly honeycutt	Date Posted: 18/04/2009
From: Lawton, OK
Email: bevh@xanadoo.com
Comment:
I too would so love to make these to share and donate but can't download patterns and would also like to know which pattern and if crochet or knitting, beautiful 3 hats in the pictures. help, bev

Name: Kate	Date Posted: 18/04/2009
From: Edmonton, Alberta
Email: kate@theevansfamily.ca
Comment:
I saw your charity featured on the Lion Brand yarn newsletter today. I've been doing my own "caps for cancer" project for almost a year now, but I am going to "sign on" with your foundation. I don't know if I can get a group together to start an Edmonton chapter or not, but know that I'll be donating on behalf of the Get Well Gang from here on out! :)

Name: alice m McCracken	Date Posted: 18/04/2009
From: moncton, nb
Email: alice.mccracken@rogers.com
Comment:
I have not heard of this group before, I have been searching for somethinglike this. I do some knitting, although I am a slow knitter. is there anyone else in Moncton NB making hats for 'GET WELL GANG. THE TD Bank should be promoting this here.

Name: Melissa McGrath	Date Posted: 18/04/2009
From: Fountainville, PA
Email: melissamcgrath@me.com
Comment:
Hi. I think what you are doing is amazing and not only would I like to participate, but I'd consider starting a branch here in Pennsylvania. Can you give me any information I would need? A good friend of mine just finished chemo and I've seen so many people affected by this horrible disease. I knit and crochet all the time and would love to be helping people in the process. I also am a part of a knitting group and I know I could rally them to join me in this mission. Thank you!

Name: Deanna	Date Posted: 18/04/2009
From: Palmares, Alajuela, Costa Rica
Email: ticadea@hotmail.com
Comment:
After seeing your info in my Lion Brand Newsletter, I want to be a part of your efforts. We have a weekly get together of about 12. I am going to take the info to the next meeting! Look forward to working with you.

Name: carol ellis	Date Posted: 18/04/2009
From: New Jersey
Email: taxilady@optonline.net
Comment:
I tried to open the patterns to print and take to my church knitting group but could only open the 2nd one. Is there anyway you could email me the patterns. We knit and crochet for charity. Thanks

Name: Suzanne Serio	Date Posted: 18/04/2009
From: Fair Lawn, NJ, USA
Email: suzser@verizon.net
Comment:
What a wonderful mission you are on---may God bless you each and every day for the joy you must bring to peolpe going through a very difficult time!

Name: Kris Fusselman	Date Posted: 18/04/2009
From: St. Charles MO
Email: krisfus@yahoo.com
Comment:
I too am having problems opening up the patterns. I crochet chemo caps for the many cancer patients at MO. Cancer Care and enjoy giving them to the nurses so they may help someone in need. Now I am a patient myself starting chemo on May 7th and was looking for some other patterns to crochet. I will continue to make these hats for the patients and myself and for the men i make lap robes and they seem to enjoy them as well. Keep up the good work and doesn't it feel good knowing your helping make someone's day and touching so many lives with such a small token as a hat. Thanks, Kris

Name: Julia Faulkner	Date Posted: 18/04/2009
From: Garland TX
Email: jafaulkner2005@yahoo.com
Comment:
I would love to help make caps. I only crochet so I would love to have the crochet patterns.Any information you can send me would be appreciated. Do you know if there is a chapter here in Texas that does this? I have thought about this several times and didn't know who to contact .

Name: Tricia	Date Posted: 19/04/2009
From: Saukville, Wisconsin
Email: engulfedinHim@gmail.com
Comment:
I knit circular hats,for aSt. Lukes's Hospital in Milwaukee, Wi. I am the only one doing this and have done 35 in 9 mons. There are 78 beds to this unit. 4 of our church ladies knit/crochet prayer shawls. I tried to copy a knit pattern but it wouldn't leave me. I was told by a cancer patient that seams are rough on the naked skin. Could use an easy knit pattern. thank you, Tricia

Name: Michelle Crago	Date Posted: 19/04/2009
From: Colorado, United States
Email: mgcrago37@comcast.net
Comment:
I think your group is doing wonderful work for chemo patients. Unfortunately, I was only able to download 2 of your patterns because my computer doesn't have a program to open the others. However, I will definitely make hats from the first 2 patterns and donate to a cancer clinic where I live.

Name: Rosie Cruz	Date Posted: 19/04/2009
From: Bronx,New York
Email: lovemugsy@yahoo.com
Comment:
Do U know any Cancer Center in the new york area??If not then send me address to another state.I was touched by the get well gang-I have done caps for the save the childern & the special winter olympics and now I would like to keep someone warm and happy when things are rough.I'm not a pro in crocheting but I like to make a differcen in someone life .Bless U & keep your sprits up .

Name: Gretchen Huntley	Date Posted: 20/04/2009
From: Gananoque, Ontario
Email: khuntley1@cogeco.ca
Comment:
As the founder of The Get Well Gang I must apologize with the problem in opening our patterns. I inadvertently used Publisher and am now in the process of having our patterns changed to PDF format. I hope to get the corrected format available to you ASAP. In the meantime if you would like to email me with your address I will either mail them out or send the patterns to you by email on a one on one basis. I sincerely apologize and hope that you will find our project worthy of your patience. Thank you.

Name: Lynn	Date Posted: 20/04/2009
From: Las Vegas, NV
Email: Lynnminlv@aol.com
Comment:
I was only able to get the first crochet pattern and have already started it. I would like to have the other crochet patterns and will donate them locally. I have a large amount of yarn. Do they have to be made from cotton? I have Simply Soft 4 ply that is soft but it is acrylic. Thanks for a wonderful new project. Lynn

Name: Suzanne	Date Posted: 20/04/2009
From: New Jersey
Email: foreverbeachlover@yahoo.com
Comment:
I was happy to discover your group and found it through Lion Brand newsletter. I had no trouble opening the publisher patterns, but the file containing the gift card won't open. Perhaps you could create it in Word? Or if you have the time to email me the gift card file I'd be so pleased. I am happy to help knit these caps and look forward to working on them. Bless you, and those volunteers that use their needles and their hands to make someone comfy, and hopefully brighten their day.

Name: Seirretta Dunn	Date Posted: 20/04/2009
From: Durkee, Oregon, USA
Email: turtledove@skywayusa.net
Comment:
Gretchen - What a wonderful program you have. Very thoughtful, heartwarming and genuinely loving!! Thank you for being you! Keep up the loving gifts that will be cherished for being so thoughtful.

Name: Lexxie	Date Posted: 20/04/2009
From: Maryland
Email: febuanksmd@aol.com
Comment:
I would love to contribute, but am a knitter and would love to have a knit pattern. Also, if you do get a knit pattern, please label as such so the knit & crochet patterns are distinguishable.

Name: diane	Date Posted: 20/04/2009
From: NW Arkansas
Email: b_dallison@yahoo.com
Comment:
I also love your idea, they are so cute. i can't open most of them as well but i don't mind waiting till you fix the patterns. BUT do they have to be Cotton? I saw others ask this questions as well. Thanks for all you are doing!!

Name: Holli Kimmel	Date Posted: 20/04/2009
From: Federal Way, Washington
Email: curlyhead_98513@yahoo.com
Comment:
i would love to knit some hats for cancer patients here in the Seattle Area, Can you or someone let me know who is in need of some hats. I'm a loom knitter and i have several hats that are ready to be donated to women, men and children. I would like to get involved. Thanks

Name: Lorie Ferris	Date Posted: 20/04/2009
From: Wheatley, ON
Email: laferriswheel61@hotmail.com
Comment:
How about some more 'knit' patterns? I love to knit but have no idea how to crochet. I think what you are doing is great!!! I would love to be involved in this great charity.

Name: Darlene Freeman	Date Posted: 24/04/2009
From: Hot Springs, AR
Email: CWFREE@cablelynx.com
Comment:
I would like to crochet hats for your cause. Please send me some of your patterns. Thank you

Name: Carleen	Date Posted: 26/04/2009
From: Massachusetts -- USA
Email: car71355@yahoo.com
Comment:
Thank you for offering so many beautiful hat patterns. When my mother lost her hair during chemo treatments I initially designed my own very plain, basic hats for her. The patterns you offer are much more stylish. I plan to donate the ones I make to our local chemo treatment center for anyone in need. Thanks again. Also, for anyone interested in a hat with a more "hair-like" look, go to www.lionbrand.com and search chemo cap. There is a real nice pattern using fancy fur yarn that my mother just loved. It's available in either knit or crochet patterns. My prayers are with any of you going through cancer treatment, both the patient and caregivers as well.

Name: Heather Driscoll	Date Posted: 30/04/2009
From: Brampton, ON
Email: hedriscoll@hotmail.com
Comment:
When we bought a wig for my 13 yr old daughter, Amanda, one of your hats was given to her. It was made by Doris. Thank you very much. It is greatly appreciated.

Name: Desi	Date Posted: 01/05/2009
From: Kingston
Email: sweetstuff.98
Comment:
hi its me desi my grandma is gretchen huntley and she started the get well gang and thats my aunt tina wearing the hats in that picture she is a great model!

Name: BJ	Date Posted: 20/05/2009
From: North Carolina, USA
Email: bjramsey7@yahoo.com
Comment:
My dad died from cancer and he could have used a nice cap like these. I commend you for starting the Get Well Gang and I hope you know how wonderful you are. Thank you for the patterns and I hope to give to others.

Name: janet shea	Date Posted: 22/05/2009
From: West Groton Massachusetts
Email: yrnpedlar@charter.net
Comment:
I would like to start a 'get well gang' program here at my yarn shop, Country Village Yar Shop. We currently knit chemo caps, caps for the Bureau of Indian Affairs, preemie caps, prayer shawls and lap robes for area vets, hospitals and nursing homes. We are hoping to make several knitted/crocheted items and have a program for "make a difference day" for this October. We hope we will be able to use your patterns that are on your web site and establish a "Get Well Gang" group here in Massachusetts

Name: Diane Keasbey, RN OCN	Date Posted: 06/07/2009
From: Albany, NY
Email: dkeasbey@sphcs.org
Comment:
I would like to thank the knitting group at Saint John the Baptist Church in Valatie, NY for knitting hats for our Cancer Care Center at St. Peter's Hospital.

Name: cindy	Date Posted: 07/10/2009
From: guelph,ontario
Comment:
I would like to thank all the wonderful people who made the rainbow coloured hats for our chemo pts. I'm honoured to give them out. THANKS AGAIN CINDY REG N

Name: Florence Miller	Date Posted: 28/10/2009
From: Mississauga, Ontario
Email: florencemiller33@yahoo.com
Comment:
I received one of your crochet hats when I was in Princess Margaret Chemo Daycare. Thankyou very much. I have just started the hair loss and need it. I have downloaded the pattern and will attempt to make one. Thank you.

Name: phoebe	Date Posted: 28/10/2009
From: toronto
Email: tse75tse@hotmail.com
Comment:
My thanks to Doris for making me the cream, pink, and purple hat I received so unexpectedly today. I feel like I have a secret Grandma knitting for me. I will be happy whenever and wherever I am wearing your kindness.

Name: Maureen	Date Posted: 30/10/2009
From: New Hampshire.
Email: Moecoe3@aol.com
Comment:
I would like to thank Wendy for the beautiful hat she made. I was just diagnosed with Breast Cancer and went to my oncologist office and found the beautiful hats you people donate. I love it. I went thru my first chemo treatment last week and did well. I just want to say to all of you thank you. When I need to wear my hat I will think of Wendy who made my hat and all of you that take the time to volunteer to make us feel better about ourselves. Thanks Again Maureen

Name: Liza	Date Posted: 06/11/2009
From: Calgary
Email: selizaveta@shaw.ca
Comment:
Thank you so much for the wonderful hats. I just received my first chemo and I was upset as I have started to lose my hair and I found the beautiful hats in Wellspring location Calgary... Now I am wearing the hat and feel much better! It is great job! Special thanks to Gerry(I found the name of my hat's sticker). If somebody knows mail address of the kind lady please send me by e-mail) I really appreciate for your lovely work and it helps me a lot to fight with my cancer.

Name: Karen	Date Posted: 01/01/2010
From: Guelph, Ontario
Email: kevered@rogers.com
Comment:
Many thanks to Agnes who created the oatmeal coloured crocheted cap I'm wearing. I was thrilled to see it was made of cotton yarn as it's perfect for wearing around the house, so cozy but not too hot. I am currently undergoing chemo at the Grand River Regional Cancer Centre and there was a good supply available in the basket. This is a wonderful thing your are doing and very much appreciated.

Name: Jane	Date Posted: 04/01/2010
From: Ottawa, ON
Comment:
My beautiful hat was made by Robin. I cherish the hat, of course, but even more, the wish behind the hat. Thank you very, very much.

Name: Arline A. Gatti	Date Posted: 21/01/2010
From: Toronto (Scarborough)Ontario
Email: arline@rogers.com
Comment:
Jan. 21/10 - I'm a chemo patient at Princess Margaret and received TWO lovely hats. It "tickled me pink"! They make you feel good. Thank you to Margaret and Anne. Your work is indeed appreciated.

Name: Kathy Apodaca	Date Posted: 24/01/2010
From: Albuquerque, NM - USA
Email: kapodaca7@live.com
Comment:
What a fabulous program you have started. I wish I had found you sooner. My sister died from cancer last year. I will be making your caps and donating them here in Albuquerque. Thank you for sharing the patterns. May God bless you all. Your patterns for crochet downloaded easily. This will be one way to use the talents God has given me in a caring way. Keep up the great work.

Name: Heather	Date Posted: 30/01/2010
From: Ottawa
Comment:
I just wanted to thank you on behalf of my 82 yr old Mom. She was diagnosed with ovarian cancer 1 week before Christmas. She was most upset when she found out she was going to lose her hair from the chemo treatments. Through the Cdn Cancer Society I spoke with a very kind lady, Ginette, who has free, gently used wigs that are given to chemo patients. Ginette also has a basket of your wonderful crocheted and knitted hats. Mom was thrilled - they are warm and do not bother her sensitive scalp. She wears them inside to keep her head warm and puts them on over her wig when she wants to go out. Thanks to all of you who graciously and generously donate your time and talent to help those in their time of need. God bless.

Name: Mary Hartery	Date Posted: 10/02/2010
From: Dunrobin (Ottawa)
Email: hartery@bell.net
Comment:
I just wanted to thank the "Get Well Gang" for the two lovely sleep caps I just picked up when I went to the Ottawa wig bank. They are so soft that they will help me keep warm when I sleep without being too bulky (right now the one I am wearing wakes me up) THANK YOU (they were made by Carole-Ann and Elizabeth)