Cancer Care Support Services
The Lima Memorial Cancer Institute helps guide and support you through every aspect of the treatment process. We believe that thoroughly understanding your journey will give you strength. By helping you know what to expect, we aim to walk with you and empower you to face cancer with greater confidence and courage.
Caregiver Teams for Cancer Care
Many caregivers are involved in your care. From the moment an oncologist detects cancer, a multidisciplinary team steps into action. Your team members consult with each other about your diagnosis and the steps of your treatment plan. Your cancer treatment team may include:
- Medical oncologists
- Radiation oncologists
- Radiologists
- General surgeons
- Colorectal surgeons
- Proctologists
- Pathologists
- Speech therapists
- Occupational therapists
- Physical therapists
- Registered nurses
- Oncology nurse navigation
- Mammographers
- Scanning and treatment technologists
- Dieticians
- Cancer registrars and others
- Social services
- Palliative care services
- Hospice services
Our staff is trained and certified to deliver oncology care, with many years of experience in cancer treatment. Their expertise is valuable in assisting you through radiologic, medical or surgical treatments and providing follow-up care. The experts in our outpatient treatment unit and home health department are trained to ensure your specific needs are met. Added to this, registered dietitians ensure you get proper nutrition from meals specifically prepared for you.
Helping with Every Aspect of Your Health Care
The Lima Memorial Cancer Institute team also serves as your personal support system. They will talk with you about your specific type of cancer and treatment options as well as assist you with many aspects of coping, including:
- Locating nearby support groups.
- Dealing with health insurance.
- Recommending questions to ask your physicians.
- Coordinating appointments.
- Providing access to financial services, social services and pastoral care.
Lima Memorial is also honored to partner with Pink Ribbon Good, an organization committed to supporting individuals and families affected by breast and gynecological cancers. Through this partnership, patients have access to vital services including free nutritious meals, transportation to treatment, essential housecleaning support and encouragement from those who have faced similar journeys.
To learn more about Cancer Care Support Services, call The Lima Memorial Cancer Institute at 419-998-4477.
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