The Journey of Cancer:The Journey of Cancer:Some Helpful InformationSome Helpful Information

Sharon L. Lerman, LCSW-RSharon L. Lerman, LCSW-R

718-470-8964718-470-8964

Emotional ImpactEmotional Impact

• Shock

• Disbelief

• Fear & Anxiety

• Hopelessness & Sadness

• Anger

• Guilt

How to CopeHow to Cope

• Time to Adjust

• Evaluate What is Important

• Support From Loved Ones

Useful Tips…Useful Tips…

• Learn As Much As YOU Can– Decreases fear of unknown– Increases sense of control– Use healthcare team & resources

• Support Programs• Financial Assistance• Transportation• Information About Cancer

Useful Tips…Useful Tips…

• Make List of YOUR Questions

• Bring Family or Friend to Appointment

• Take Notes

• Ask for Clarification

• Second Opinion?

Types of SupportTypes of Support• Individual Counseling

• Family Counseling

• Support Group– By Diagnosis– Wellness Groups– Educational Seminars – Programs Connect Patients with Similar

Diagnoses (Phone Buddies)

WIG SALONSWIG SALONSQueens

 Ginza Wigs

116-01 Queens Blvd.

Forest Hills, NY

718-544-1848

Eva Feiger Wigs

103-39 Queens Blvd

Forest Hills, NY

718-275-7585

 

B&B Beauty Supply

122-09 Guy R. Brewer Blvd.

Jamaica, NY

718-481-6292

NassauWomen’s Boutique

112Broadway

Malverne, NY

516-292-1320

Jacki’s Wig Works

3394 Merrick Road

Seaford, NY

516-679-4633

Catherine Roberts Wig Salon

528 Broadway

Massapequa, NY

516-797-7543

TransportationTransportation

• ABLE-RIDE - the MTA provides transportation to disabled individuals who reside in Nassau County. Call 516-228-4024 for an application.

•  • ACCESS-A-RIDE – the MTA provides

transportation to disabled individuals who reside in the 5 boroughs of NYC

• Call 1-877-337-2017 for an application.

TransportationTransportation

If you are 60 years of age or older, contact your local Senior Citizen Center to inquire about possible assistance with transportation.

SNAP – services for Queens Village & Floral Park (Queens). 718-454-2100

 Catholic Charities - services for Bayside and Fresh Meadows vicinity. 718-357-4903

Gayle Kolidas – Senior Navigator

1-888-243-6272

Queens Meal ProvidersQueens Meal Providers

Oncology Support ProgramsOncology Support Programs

Oncology Support ProgramsOncology Support Programs

Oncology Support ProgramsOncology Support Programs

Oncology Support ProgramsOncology Support Programs

Community Support Groups & Community Support Groups & Internet ResourcesInternet Resources

• The Adelphi NY Statewide Breast Cancer Program - offers support groups and educational seminars on breast cancer. 1-800-877-8077 www.adelphi.edu/nysbreastcancer/

 • American Cancer Society - provides educational materials and

information on community resources. 1-800-227-2345 www.cancer.org

 • Cancer Care - provides individual and group support for patients

and families dealing with cancer. 516-364-8130 or NYC 212-712-8080 www.cancercare.org

 

Community Support Groups & Community Support Groups & Internet ResourcesInternet Resources

• Cancer Hope Network - provides free and confidential one-on-one support to cancer patients and their families. 1-877-HOPENET www.cancerhopenetwork.org

 • Leukemia and Lymphoma Society - offers community based

support groups and educational materials. 1-800-955-4572 www.leukemia-lymphoma.org

 • Lung Cancer Alliance – provides patient education and

psychosocial support through a Phone Buddy Program, Lung Cancer Information Line, and online support community. 1-800-298-2436 www.lungcanceralliance.org

Community Support Groups & Community Support Groups & Internet ResourcesInternet Resources

• Multiple Myeloma Foundation - 203-972-1250 www.multiplemyeloma.org

 • National Cancer Institute - 1-800-4-CANCER www.nci.nih.gov

 • SHARE - Self help for Women with Breast or Ovarian Cancer -

offers the opportunity to speak with a survivor of breast or ovarian cancer. Provides support, educational and wellness programs. 1-866-891-2392 www.noah.cuny.edu/share.html

 

Community Support Groups & Community Support Groups & Internet ResourcesInternet Resources

• SPOHNC

(Support for People with Oral and Head and Neck Cancer) Meets monthly www.spohnc.org (516) 759-5333

 • The American Psychosocial Oncology Society (APOS) This toll-

free hot line connects patients or patient advocacy organizations to psychiatrists, psychologists, nurses and social workers skilled in the management of cancer-related distress. For a confidential referral call 1-866-276-7443.

 •  The Wellness Community http://www.wellnesscommunity.org/

Helps people with cancer and their loved ones enhance health and well being by providing a professional program of support, education and hope, completely free of charge.

Discounted PrescriptionsDiscounted Prescriptions

• EPIC (Elderly Pharmaceutical Insurance Coverage)

1-800-332-3742

• Stop and Shop – generic drugs

• Walmart – generic drugs

• Target – generic drugs

Take ControlTake Control

• Develop Treatment Plan with Physician

• Ask Healthcare Team

• Be Advocate for Self & Loved One