Cancer Patient Support
So No One Faces Cancer Alone
Cancer patients may receive different types of treatments, such as chemotherapy or radiation, but experts say that another type of treatment is just as important – therapy provided by social workers.
Social workers are trained to help patients and their families cope with the physical, emotional, and social disruptions of cancer in ways that doctors can’t. Social workers have the expertise to identify and overcome roadblocks that can interfere with treatment outcomes, help with family dynamics, work, and more that could have a direct impact on the patient’s quality of life and even on their prognosis. Social workers – one more team behind Team You.
How We Can Help
These services are available across all of RMCC’s clinic locations. To learn more about the high quality and evidence-based group programs we offer at no cost to patients and their families, view our cancer support groups below.
Meet the Supportive Care Team
Our dedicated team of licensed oncology clinical social workers are here as a resource for you, your family, and your cancer caregivers.
Cancer Support Groups
Cancer Education Support Groups
Ongoing Cancer Support Groups
Nutritional Workshops
Groups Open to Caregivers
All Support Groups
Special Offerings
Advance Care Planning
Battling cancer may be one of the toughest challenges you and your loved ones will ever face. Thinking about and specifying the things that are important in your life can help guide your care team towards the care you want today and in the future.
Supportive Care FAQs
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What is supportive care?
Supportive care programs are focused on minimizing the impact of cancer, managing psychosocial stressors, and helping to expand the meaning of life for patients and their loved ones.
Our Supportive Care Program has licensed oncology social workers who work directly with patients and their loved ones as part of the interdisciplinary team. They are available to help patients and their loved ones cope with the impact and changes that result from a diagnosis of cancer.
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How are services provided?
Services are provided in person, over the phone, or in a group setting and do not require a referral from a physician or medical team.
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Why would I want to speak with a social worker?
Clinical social workers are particularly helpful during significant transitions such as new diagnosis, change in treatment, post-treatment survivorship, or end-of-life care.
They can also help with practical needs and financial concerns. You may want to speak with your clinic’s social worker if you have questions or concerns about:
- feeling overwhelmed
- adjusting to your new diagnosis
- understanding treatment options
- how your life is changing
- advance care planning
- end-of-life care
- survivorship care
- not feeling safe at home
- the financial impact of your illness/treatment
- employment and career concerns
- intimacy, sexuality, and relationships
- caregiver stress
- transportation and lodging
- talking to your children about your diagnosis
- transitions in care
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What does the program offer?
- Experienced, licensed, oncology-trained clinical social workers
- High-quality, support groups, and educational programs
- An expansive scope of services for all diagnoses and across the cancer continuum
- National programs through an exclusive collaboration with Cancer Support Community (CSC)
- Toll-free Cancer Support Helpline®
- MyLifeLine.org an online cancer support community
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What does it cost to meet with a clinical social worker?
Most of our services are offered free of charge. If there are any costs associated with your appointment we will tell you well in advance.
What is supportive care?
Supportive care programs are focused on minimizing the impact of cancer, managing psychosocial stressors, and helping to expand the meaning of life for patients and their loved ones.
Our Supportive Care Program has licensed oncology social workers who work directly with patients and their loved ones as part of the interdisciplinary team. They are available to help patients and their loved ones cope with the impact and changes that result from a diagnosis of cancer.
How are services provided?
Services are provided in person, over the phone, or in a group setting and do not require a referral from a physician or medical team.
Why would I want to speak with a social worker?
Clinical social workers are particularly helpful during significant transitions such as new diagnosis, change in treatment, post-treatment survivorship, or end-of-life care.
They can also help with practical needs and financial concerns. You may want to speak with your clinic’s social worker if you have questions or concerns about:
- feeling overwhelmed
- adjusting to your new diagnosis
- understanding treatment options
- how your life is changing
- advance care planning
- end-of-life care
- survivorship care
- not feeling safe at home
- the financial impact of your illness/treatment
- employment and career concerns
- intimacy, sexuality, and relationships
- caregiver stress
- transportation and lodging
- talking to your children about your diagnosis
- transitions in care
What does the program offer?
- Experienced, licensed, oncology-trained clinical social workers
- High-quality, support groups, and educational programs
- An expansive scope of services for all diagnoses and across the cancer continuum
- National programs through an exclusive collaboration with Cancer Support Community (CSC)
- Toll-free Cancer Support Helpline®
- MyLifeLine.org an online cancer support community
What does it cost to meet with a clinical social worker?
Most of our services are offered free of charge. If there are any costs associated with your appointment we will tell you well in advance.