Patient Support Groups
The physicians, nurses and other professionals who staff the Samuel Oschin Comprehensive Cancer Institute understand that serious illness can take a toll on the spirit as well as the body. They are dedicated to creating a caring and compassionate environment for our patients.
As patients and their families and friends undergo the stresses and emotional strain of cancer treatment, they may wish to take advantage of the many support groups available through the Samuel Oschin Comprehensive Cancer Institute.
Cedars-Sinai Resources
Cedars-Sinai's Sarcoma Support Group
Cedars-Sinai's Sarcoma Support Group meets the third Wednesday of each month from 12 to 1:30 p.m. Refreshments will be served. Join other patients with sarcoma. Learn and share your experiences - peer to peer.
The meetings are held at the Samuel Oschin Cancer Center, Mezzanine Conference Room, 8700 Beverly Blvd., Los Angeles. RSVP to (310) 423-1190.
Look Good . . . Feel Better
Cedars-Sinai's Look Good . . . Feel Better Program is offered at the Samuel Oschin Cancer Center several times a year. For information, call (310) 423-0638.
Cedars-Sinai's Caregivers Support Group
Cedars-Sinai's Caregivers Support Group meets at the Samuel Oschin Cancer Center. This group is for caregivers, family and friends of cancer patients exclusively. For more information, contact Paula Heinz at (310) 423-0638.
Samuel Oschin Cancer Center Visualization/Art Therapy Group
The Samuel Oschin Cancer Center's Visualization/Art Therapy Group uses imagery, self-hypnosis and art to address patient stress, pain and self-esteem issues. For more information, contact Lynn Weiss at (310) 423-0638.
Cedars-Sinai's Chaplaincy Services
Cedars-Sinai's Chaplaincy Services provides in-hospital spiritual support for persons of all faiths. For more information, call (310) 423-5550.
GenRISK® Adult Genetics Program
The GenRISK Adult Genetics Program at Cedars-Sinai provides genetic risk assessment, diagnosis, testing and counseling for cancer susceptibility genes. For more information, call (310) 423-9913.
Cedars-Sinai's Hospice Program
Cedars-Sinai's Hospice Program offers comprehensive care to terminally ill patients. It also provides maximum comfort and emotional support for patients and families, as well as assistance with end-of-life issues. For more information, call (310) 423-9520.
Case Management
Cedars-Sinai's social workers can help with the personal, family and financial issues of illness. For more information, call Case Management at (310) 423-4446.
Food and Nutrition Services
Food and Nutrition Services at Cedars-Sinai evaluates each hospitalized patient's dietary needs. For more information, please call (310) 423-4524.
The Pain Center
The Pain Center at Cedars-Sinai provides patients with specialists who are skilled in controlling pain. For more information, contact The Pain Center at (310) 423-9600.
Psychiatry Liaison Services
Cedars-Sinai's Psychiatry Liaison Services provides personalized counseling and support. This service requires a physician's referral. For more information, please call (310) 423-3465.
Cancer Center Support Groups
The Cancer Center has support groups specifically for patients, including the Sarcoma Support Group, the Survivors Support Group and I Can Cope.
Appearance and Self-Esteem Resources
Cancer and its treatment can change the way you look and, consequently, the way you feel about yourself. This list of appearance and self-esteem resources* provides services, sources and accessories to help you look your best during and after treatment.
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