Cancer Support
Cancer Support Groups and Programming
CancerSupportInfo@hfhs.org
www.henryford.com/services/cancer/support/groups
Cancer support groups meet in a variety of locations at different dates and times, allowing you to share strength with others who have been where you are. The groups are led by cancer psych-oncology specialists, nurses, registered dietitians and social workers. The groups include patient-focused presentations from providers, interaction with other patients with cancer and support.
Cancer Survivorship Clinic
Locations: Brownstown, Detroit, Shelby Township, Novi
(313) 556-8736
www.henryford.com/services/cancer/survivorship
The Henry Ford Cancer survivorship clinic is dedicated to improving the health and quality of life of cancer survivors through excellent patient care, education, and prevention. In collaboration with your cancer care team, the survivorship clinic nurse practitioners and physician assistants are experts in helping cancer survivors move forward after completion of active cancer treatment..
ExCITE: Exercise and Cancer Integrative Therapy Education
Locations: Brigitte Harris Cancer Pavilion, Henry Ford Cancer
(313) 725-7600
www.henryford.com/services/cancer/support/excite
Helps cancer patients and survivors develop individualized exercise programs. Studies have shown exercise in conjunction with cancer treatments improves energy, mood, fitness, strength, body composition and treatment side effects. Interested patients and family members can call to attend a free seminar.
Psych-Oncology Services
Locations: Detroit, Shelby Township, West Bloomfield, Jackson (Telemedicine)
(888) 777-4167
www.henryford.com/services/cancer/support/psych-oncology
Our Psych-Oncology Team specializes in the care of cancer patients and their support systems. Psych-oncology staff can help patients and families cope with the stressors associated with cancer in a healthy, adaptive way, from diagnosis through survivorship. Ask your cancer care team about a referral to psych-oncology.