Cancer survivorship encompasses the experience from diagnosis, living with the disease and treatment, to recovery, and the balance of life. As a life-changing experience, cancer survivorship can transform one’s perspective, feelings, and relationships in both challenging and enriching ways.
Cancer survivorship is not a journey that one needs to travel alone. Today, there are many resources on cancer survivorship to help support and empower individuals as they navigate diagnosis, daily life, treatment, and recovery or ongoing care.
Counseling, guidance and support groups are available in the following areas and more:
At the office of Hematology/Oncology of the North Shore, our physicians and professional team are dedicated to supporting patients and their families throughout every step in care. While the experiences or needs an individual with cancer, family members, or caregivers chose to share are personal choices, it's essential to keep in mind that guidance and support are always available.