Brain tumor patient support

In addition to its physical impact, a brain tumor diagnosis takes a psychological toll that requires its own level of support. No matter what type of tumor you’re facing, it’s scary, and you deserve informed and compassionate help to address the logistical questions, uncertainty, and mental health issues related to your diagnosis.

As part of our commitment to treating all aspects of your brain tumor, we offer a wide variety of support services to help you navigate your care journey. These services include:

• Counseling – A full-time social worker supports and assists patients with brain tumors and their families. 
• Brain tumor support group – Patients and their loved ones share experiences while gaining support and knowledge. 
• Survivorship program – Our program helps support the physical and mental health needs of cancer survivors and their families. 
• Rehabilitation – Specialists work with patients to maximize quality of life during and after cancer treatment. 
• At-home services – Patients can maintain independence while receiving clinical and support services at home. 

Patients with cancerous brain tumors can also access palliative care and pain management support, nutritional counseling, and additional patient education. 

A brain tumor diagnosis can feel overwhelming to manage. It’s natural to ask, “Where do I go from here?”  To help bring clarity to the road ahead, we pair patients with a dedicated nurse navigator who can guide them on their journey.

While your clinical team is treating your tumor, your nurse navigator is the thread that brings every element of your plan together. As your primary point-person during treatment, your nurse navigator will:

• Communicate with providers and coordinate appointments that fit your schedule 
• Help you access the right specialists and support resources 
• Answer questions 
• Help explain what to expect during each step  
• Provide educational resources and information on clinical trials, if appropriate  
• Support you in your decision making 

The last thing you should have to worry about when facing a brain tumor is keeping all the logistics of your treatment straight. Your nurse navigator is with you every step of the way to address your current and future needs.