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From Queens Library's expert-led panel, Cancer Awareness: What You Need to Know, featuring professionals from New York Hospital Queens, North Shore LIJ, the American Cancer Society, and the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society
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The Journey of Cancer:The Journey of Cancer:Some Helpful InformationSome Helpful Information
Sharon L. Lerman, LCSW-RSharon L. Lerman, LCSW-R
718-470-8964718-470-8964
Emotional ImpactEmotional Impact
• Shock
• Disbelief
• Fear & Anxiety
• Hopelessness & Sadness
• Anger
• Guilt
How to CopeHow to Cope
• Time to Adjust
• Evaluate What is Important
• Support From Loved Ones
Useful Tips…Useful Tips…
• Learn As Much As YOU Can– Decreases fear of unknown– Increases sense of control– Use healthcare team & resources
• Support Programs• Financial Assistance• Transportation• Information About Cancer
Useful Tips…Useful Tips…
• Make List of YOUR Questions
• Bring Family or Friend to Appointment
• Take Notes
• Ask for Clarification
• Second Opinion?
Types of SupportTypes of Support• Individual Counseling
• Family Counseling
• Support Group– By Diagnosis– Wellness Groups– Educational Seminars – Programs Connect Patients with Similar
Diagnoses (Phone Buddies)
WIG SALONSWIG SALONSQueens
Ginza Wigs
116-01 Queens Blvd.
Forest Hills, NY
718-544-1848
Eva Feiger Wigs
103-39 Queens Blvd
Forest Hills, NY
718-275-7585
B&B Beauty Supply
122-09 Guy R. Brewer Blvd.
Jamaica, NY
718-481-6292
NassauWomen’s Boutique
112Broadway
Malverne, NY
516-292-1320
Jacki’s Wig Works
3394 Merrick Road
Seaford, NY
516-679-4633
Catherine Roberts Wig Salon
528 Broadway
Massapequa, NY
516-797-7543
TransportationTransportation
• ABLE-RIDE - the MTA provides transportation to disabled individuals who reside in Nassau County. Call 516-228-4024 for an application.
• • ACCESS-A-RIDE – the MTA provides
transportation to disabled individuals who reside in the 5 boroughs of NYC
• Call 1-877-337-2017 for an application.
TransportationTransportation
If you are 60 years of age or older, contact your local Senior Citizen Center to inquire about possible assistance with transportation.
SNAP – services for Queens Village & Floral Park (Queens). 718-454-2100
Catholic Charities - services for Bayside and Fresh Meadows vicinity. 718-357-4903
Gayle Kolidas – Senior Navigator
1-888-243-6272
Queens Meal ProvidersQueens Meal Providers
Oncology Support ProgramsOncology Support Programs
Oncology Support ProgramsOncology Support Programs
Oncology Support ProgramsOncology Support Programs
Oncology Support ProgramsOncology Support Programs
Community Support Groups & Community Support Groups & Internet ResourcesInternet Resources
• The Adelphi NY Statewide Breast Cancer Program - offers support groups and educational seminars on breast cancer. 1-800-877-8077 www.adelphi.edu/nysbreastcancer/
• American Cancer Society - provides educational materials and
information on community resources. 1-800-227-2345 www.cancer.org
• Cancer Care - provides individual and group support for patients
and families dealing with cancer. 516-364-8130 or NYC 212-712-8080 www.cancercare.org
Community Support Groups & Community Support Groups & Internet ResourcesInternet Resources
• Cancer Hope Network - provides free and confidential one-on-one support to cancer patients and their families. 1-877-HOPENET www.cancerhopenetwork.org
• Leukemia and Lymphoma Society - offers community based
support groups and educational materials. 1-800-955-4572 www.leukemia-lymphoma.org
• Lung Cancer Alliance – provides patient education and
psychosocial support through a Phone Buddy Program, Lung Cancer Information Line, and online support community. 1-800-298-2436 www.lungcanceralliance.org
Community Support Groups & Community Support Groups & Internet ResourcesInternet Resources
• Multiple Myeloma Foundation - 203-972-1250 www.multiplemyeloma.org
• National Cancer Institute - 1-800-4-CANCER www.nci.nih.gov
• SHARE - Self help for Women with Breast or Ovarian Cancer -
offers the opportunity to speak with a survivor of breast or ovarian cancer. Provides support, educational and wellness programs. 1-866-891-2392 www.noah.cuny.edu/share.html
Community Support Groups & Community Support Groups & Internet ResourcesInternet Resources
• SPOHNC
(Support for People with Oral and Head and Neck Cancer) Meets monthly www.spohnc.org (516) 759-5333
• The American Psychosocial Oncology Society (APOS) This toll-
free hot line connects patients or patient advocacy organizations to psychiatrists, psychologists, nurses and social workers skilled in the management of cancer-related distress. For a confidential referral call 1-866-276-7443.
• The Wellness Community http://www.wellnesscommunity.org/
Helps people with cancer and their loved ones enhance health and well being by providing a professional program of support, education and hope, completely free of charge.
Discounted PrescriptionsDiscounted Prescriptions
• EPIC (Elderly Pharmaceutical Insurance Coverage)
1-800-332-3742
• Stop and Shop – generic drugs
• Walmart – generic drugs
• Target – generic drugs
Take ControlTake Control
• Develop Treatment Plan with Physician
• Ask Healthcare Team
• Be Advocate for Self & Loved One