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Center for Cancer Care
Cancer Resource Center
The Cancer Resource Center offers resources and support for cancer patients, their family and community members. Diagnosis, treatment, coping techniques, support groups, community resources and other general information are available. Assistance is provided in a quiet, relaxing atmosphere.
Resources include:
- Oncology-certified Resource Nurse
- Oncology Social Worker
- Pamphlets and Brochures
- Books
- CD's, DVD's, Videos and Tapes
- Reliable Internet Sites
- Access to Nutrition Counseling
Internet-accessed computers for individual use. Free lending library available for most resources.
The Center coordinates the American Cancer Society's Reach to Recovery program at St. Luke's for women diagnosed with breast cancer. In addition, free wigs and turbans are on-hand. Information on St. Luke's sponsored FOCUS breast cancer support group and the Look Good, Feel Better program are available through Social Services. The Center also sponsors yoga for cancer patients, survivors and their caregivers.
Open to the public:
Monday through Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Fridays from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Located on the 3rd Floor - Suite 330 of the East Medical Building
Telephone: 314-205-6055
Other Links
Social Services
Nutrition Counseling Services
Palliative Care
Pastoral Care: A Ministry of Presence
St. Luke's Cancer Rehabilitation Program
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