Mission Statement
Goals
- Support people with cancer and their loved ones as they navigate the period of diagnosis, treatment, and recovery.
- Support effective information gathering and decision-making to increase both participation and sense of control.
- Provide emotional support and foster a sense of community among people affected by cancer.
- Provide a wide range of services that promote wellness and speak to the diverse needs of cancer patients.
- Link patients to community-wide resources.
Services Available
- Information about medical conditions, treatment options, nutrition, pain management, stress reduction, and relaxation.
- A library of books, videotapes, and relaxation tapes.
- Support groups.
- Peer referral.
- Medical appointment planning.
- Classes and lectures on topics of interest to cancer patients.
- Spiritual support services.
- Individualized lessons on using the Internet.
- Movement, dance, and exercise classes.
- Referrals to community resources.
- Free brochures and pamphlets.
- Information about clinical trials.
- Coffee, tea, and a comfortable place to sit and relax.
