Support Services
 The Cancer Center has two master’s prepared social workers to help cancer patients and their families cope with cancer and its stressful effects on:
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Family Relationships
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Emotional needs
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Anxiety
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Depression
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Grief
The Oncology Social Workers can also help with referrals to community programs and, financial needs (must meet eligibility guidelines):
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Assistance with applications for Social Security Disability, SSI and Medicaid
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Referrals to community agencies
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Qualified patients may be provided with assistance with expenses of cancer treatment through Friends of the Cancer Center and other resources
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Recources for transportation
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Resources for prescription drugs
The Oncology Social Workers also facilitate four support groups for patients and family members and friends who are dealing with cancer.
For more information about cancer support services, please call (910) 609-6791.
Below are some links:
Friends of the Cancer Center
Support Groups
Camp Rockfish Cancer Retreat
Celebrate Life Picnic and Fun Day
Cancer Resource Center
Cancer Registry
Look Good … Feel Better Program
Stanton Hospitality House
The Oncology Social Worker has an office in The Cancer Center and can be reached by calling (910)-609-6791.
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