Patient Education Cancer Care | Page 35

Finding Resources There are many support groups and resources at Mount Carmel East, West, and St. Ann’s. You will fi nd emotional support, caregiver advice, resources, and fi nancial assistance to help you as you undergo cancer treatment. Your doctors, nurses, social workers, and dietitians are all available to help. Our community also offers many resources. Call the numbers listed for the most current information, dates, times, and locations. Community Health Information Center at Mount Carmel East This center has health education materials, including free handouts, pamphlets, brochures, and newsletters from Mount Carmel and other sources such as the American Cancer Society and the National Cancer Institute. Call 614-234-6900. Mount Carmel Cancer Risk Program Mount Carmel Resources This program can provide useful information about your or a family member’s risk for cancer. Knowing this information will help you decide whether genetic testing or further medical management may be right for you. Call 614-546-4330 for more information or to schedule an appointment. Cancer Patient Navigator Program Mount Carmel provides a dedicated person to help you navigate through your cancer diagnosis and treatment, answering your questions and addressing your concerns. To speak with a Navigator, call 614-546-HOPE (4673). Support Groups Many support groups are offered through Mount Carmel: • Gynecological Cancers Support Group 614-234-LIFE (5433) • Prostate Cancer Support 614-234-LIFE (5433) • Look Good, Feel Better This free class provides makeup tips for women receiving chemotherapy. Call 888-227-6446 for more information or to register. Jan’s Place at Mount Carmel St. Ann’s This is an offi cial American Cancer Society Resource Center. This retail shop offers cancer support products. It also includes a cancer library, computers with Internet access, classes, support groups, and medical therapy. Call 380-898-8800. 34