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Printed for you from the St. Mary's of Michigan website on 05/21/13 Support Group and Services |
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Lifestyle CounselingOur staff can work with you to create lifestyle and exercise guidelines to minimize your risk for lung cancer, including smoking cessation classes. The most important way to protect yourself against lung cancer is not to smoke and to avoid people who are smoking. Also, beware of environmental factors such as asbestos, radon and formaldehyde. Support ServicesComplimentary Therapies
Aromatherapy, comforting canines,
music therapy, massage, light therapy, meditation, yoga and other stress management
techniques to help patients and families better cope with the physical and
emotional challenge of cancer.
Education
Genetic testing, breast self examination and
clinical research trials and many more cancer-related educational programs are
offered to help patients, families, and the public throughout the year.
Hospice
Compassionate patient comfort and family support
when the end of life is imminent.
Library Services
Technical and practical information from a
large array of print and online resources.
Nutritional Counseling
Dieticians and other experts assist
patients with ideas for meal selection, during and following treatment, and
provide consultation on nutritional supplements.
Pastoral Care
Chaplains and others provide spiritual and
emotional support, comfort and guidance to patients and families.
Pet Therapy
dogs and cats promote relaxation, lower blood
pressure levels, and serve as motivators for patients to comply with and
succeed in their therapies.
Social Work
Knowledgeable experts can assist patients and
families with insurance, financial and home care issues as well as make
referrals to community-based resources.
Support Groups
Various groups are available to help
patients and their loved ones face the physical and emotional challenges of cancer.
Transportation
St. Mary’s of Michigan Seton Cancer
Institute can arrange to transport patients if necessary.
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