Psychological and
Emotional Support Services
Saint Raphael's provides psychological and emotional support services to
its patients. Counseling services are available to patients and families by
certified counselors and licensed clinical social workers. Counseling may help
with the challenges associated with a cancer diagnosis, to help adapt to serious
illness, communicate with family and friends, and assist with the impact of
illness on employment. Information about community resources is also available.
Social workers also provide case management to address the patient’s multiple
needs, such as financial concerns, long-term planning, transportation, and home
care.
Psychiatric Services
Psychiatry staff is available for consultations and follow-up for patients who have
significant levels of distress. Since anxiety and depressive symptoms can interfere
with the ability to tolerate treatment and quality of life, obtaining assistance in
coping is important.
Support Groups
There are a number of support groups conducted by counselors, nurses, and social
workers. These meetings offer a safe setting for persons to explore the art of
learning to live with a cancer diagnosis. A support group is an excellent source
of education and may provide a link to others who care and understand.
Click here to see a schedule of our support group
offerings.
For information on any of these services, contact the
Looking Forward Program at (203) 789-3836, the McGivney
Center at (203) 789-3131 or cancerinfo@srhs.org
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