Cancer Support & Survivorship
Live better after a diagnosis of cancer. Take advantage of a wide range of support and survivorship services for you and your family at St. Bernards Cancer Center.
Community Help & Resources
You’re never alone in the fight against cancer. Thanks to the St. Bernards Foundation and local organizations, you have access to:
Support Groups
Get advice and share your story with people who’ve been in your shoes. Explore support groups patients and families affected by cancer. You’ll have opportunities to talk openly and honestly, give and receive encouragement, and make lasting friendships.
Onsite Dietitians
Cancer treatment can affect your appetite, sense of taste and smell, and digestion. Oral and gastrointestinal cancers make it even harder to eat well. That’s where St. Bernards’ dietitians come in. These nutrition experts work with you to make a dietary plan that:
- Helps you get the nutrients you need
- Teaches you how to choose and prepare healthy, easy-to-eat foods
- Reflects your tastes and preferences
Like other members of your care team, the dietitians are onsite at St. Bernards Cancer Center. So, you may receive nutrition counseling the same day you have other appointments.
Smoking Cessation
Smoking slows healing from any cancer. Giving up the habit is one of the best things you can do for your health. Ask your doctor or cancer navigator to schedule a visit with our smoking cessation counselor. This professional will help you:
- Explore your options for overcoming nicotine addiction
- Connect you to local programs and resources
Count on us for the support you need to quit for good.
Counseling
Cancer is life-changing for you and your family. Counselors can help you cope. See a behavioral health therapist by yourself or with a loved one—no referral needed. You’ll learn skills to improve your mood, manage relationships and achieve your goals.
Survivorship Clinic & Care Plan
After finishing treatment, stay well with follow-up visits to St. Bernards Cancer Center’s survivorship clinic. You’ll meet with an advanced practice provider to talk about topics such as:
- Screening schedule and symptoms to watch for
- Managing any long-term side effects of treatment
- Adjusting to changes in your life and health
You and your primary care provider (PCP) will receive a cancer treatment summary to inform future health care decisions. If you need to transition to a different PCP at any point, share a copy of the summary with your new doctor.
National Cancer Survivors Day
Join us the first Sunday of each June to celebrate National Cancer Survivors Day. Your family will enjoy food, prizes and conversations with St. Bernards Cancer Center staff and patients. Watch our calendar for details on the next inspirational event.
