Oncology Social Workers
Oncology Social Workers provide counsleing and other services which can reduce stress for you and your family through all phases of your cancer; new diagnosis, acute phase of treatment, survivorship and end of life.
How we can help you
We can help you with:
- Accessing information to help you understand your diagnosis and treatments
- Coping with your diagnosis of cancer and the many emotions you may be experiencing
- Considering decisions about treatment options as you think about your work, family and other things in your life
- Understanding social security benefits, disability benefits and insurance coverage
- Accessing transportation/lodging during cancer care
- Home health care and hospice care
- Practical items such as a cane or walker
- Referrals for help at home
What we offer
We offer:
- Counseling for you and your family members
- Support groups and educational programs
- Referrals to community counseling
What we can teach you
We can teach you about:
- Talking with your treatment team
- Talking with your children, family, friends and co-workers
- Coping with your emotions; sadness, anger, worry and fears
- Reducing stress and using relaxation skills
- How cancer affects sex, intimacy, fertility and feeling good about your body
- Complementary Therapies
- Clinical Trials
- Living with cancer, issues commonly experienced and resources to help you long term
- Planning for your care with the use of Advanced Directives
- Live as a cancer survivor
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Lynne Hunter
Social Worker
Medical Oncology & Hematology
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Melanie Hericks
Social Worker
Hematology and Bone Marrow Transplant
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Brenda Ling
Social Worker
McHale Institute
Radiation Oncology
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Christina Early
Social Worker
Gynecologic Oncology
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Social work services are provided free of charge to Avera Cancer Institute patients. Call Avera Cancer Institute at 605-322-3000 to connect with a social worker. Information on this page provided by AOSW.
