Cancer Support

Fighting cancer and blood disorders involves more than clinical care. A serious illness may impact all aspects of a person’s life, including family and social relationships along with work and finances.  We are available to assist in many capacities.  Our caring team offers encouragement, commitment, respect and support throughout your journey

Types of Support

Our support staff helps patients and their loved ones cope with the stress related to a cancer diagnosis. We have staff that can provide emotional support or help with decision-making. Support options may vary by location, but Aspirus has staff and resources that can provide:

• Answers to insurance questions and concerns
• Community resource referrals
• Durable medical equipment
• Education
  
• Financial information and assistance with concerns
  
• Hats, wigs and turbans
• Home health and hospice information and referrals
• Assistance with advanced directives or DNR bracelets
• Nutritional guidance
• Psychosocial assessments
• Referrals to local support groups
• Spirituality or pastoral care support
• Strategies to meet patient care needs
• Supportive and adjustment counseling
• Transportation assistance
• Translators