 Robin Hershkowitz, LCSW, with CancerCare client, JulietHelping people with cancer cope with the emotional impact of their diagnosis must be considered part of their standard care, according to a recent report from the National Academies' Institute of Medicine. At CancerCare, our staff of over 50 professional oncology social workers helps serve this need by providing free counseling services to anyone affected by a cancer diagnosis.
What does an oncology social worker do? In addition to the Master's level training in counseling all social workers receive, an oncology social worker has extra expertise in cancer-related issues, such as medical treatments and their side effects. They also help with the practical concerns that come with a cancer diagnosis—like communicating with your health care team, talking to your children and other loved ones about cancer, and finding additional resources.
Whether you are a person with cancer, a caregiver, loved one, or friend, CancerCare's oncology social workers can help you cope with the medical, practical, and emotional concerns related to cancer.
To speak with a CancerCare oncology social worker, call
1-800-813-HOPE (4673).
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