Supplemental psychosocial oncology care provided outside of a hospital setting is not currently covered by OHIP. Services may qualify for coverage through private insurance plans.
Social Work and Counseling Services
A cancer diagnosis can bring enormous distress for both patients and loved ones. Oncology-informed counseling can help by:
Facilitating the processing of information and emotions;
Teaching coping skills and grounding techniques;
Providing psychoeducation on cancer, treatments, and communication strategies
Reducing the sense of isolation or fear related to the diagnosis.
We are knowledgeable in support for children who’s loved ones are affected by cancer, and can help educate and guide communication with children regarding a cancer diagnosis.
Our counselors have a work history in the hospital system and have a working knowledge of community resources where needed to layer support.
Counseling can help restore a sense of control and foster resilience during the treatment experience.
Nutrition Services
Eating well before, during and after cancer treatment is an important element of your cancer journey. Nutrition can impact strength, energy, weight, muscle mass, healing, and recovery.
Our Registered Dietitians are specialized in cancer nutrition and can:
Help you manage nutrition-related side effects of treatment, such as poor appetite, weight loss, taste changes, and nausea
Answer questions and concerns about nutrition
Provide evidence-based nutrition resources
Jointly set goals and develop care plans that support specific client needs
Occupational Therapy and Rehab/Prehab Services
Occupational Therapists (OT) are registered health professionals who support quality of life through meaningful behaviour and occupations. OTs in oncology provide rehab services and advice to address fatigue and energy conservation, cognitive limitations or brain fog, and challenges with activities of daily living (ADL). Our OT can support surgical recovery and mobility pre post breast cancer surgery and lymphedema management.