Cancer Patient Support Services
There's more to cancer care than medications and therapies. As a comprehensive cancer program, we offer support and educational programs that help you deal with emotional and physical effects of your disease and prepare for a healthier life after during and after treatment.
Animal Therapy
The relationship between people and animals can have a profound effect on human health. Therapy animals calm and motivate patients and engage otherwise unresponsive ones. Our therapists and therapy animals interact with patients for improved mental health, motivation, recreation, education, rehabilitation, pain management and other therapeutic services. Learn more about animal therapy.
Music Therapy
Music therapy is a powerful tool in the world of healing. It reduces stress, promotes healing and minimizes some negative symptoms. Our music therapy program is offered in partnership with the Florida State University College of Music. Learn more about music therapy.
Nutrition
The connection between the body and the nutrition we put in it are undeniable. Having adequate nutrition before, during and after cancer therapy can impact a person beyond just achieving weight goals. Our dedicated board certified oncology dietitian/nutritionists can provide supportive education to help patients maintain their quality of life. Our team is versed in nutrition management for cancer prevention, active treatment (surgery, chemotherapy, and radiation) and survivorship. Good nutrition can help to preserve strength and energy, lessen side effects of cancer treatment and medications, support immunity, minimize treatment delays and improve healing and recovery after active cancer therapies. To learn more or meet with our oncology dietitian/nutritionists, please call 850-431-4226.
Palliative Care & Support
Our experienced inpatient palliative care & support team gives patients and their families the best quality of life for as long as possible when facing a life-limiting illness. The palliative care team cares for each patient in a physical, emotional, social and spiritual way. Unlike hospice care, palliative care is appropriate during any stage of a life-limiting illness, even when someone is still receiving treatment. Learn more about palliative care.
Spiritual Care
Our chaplains are available to patients and their families 24-hours a day, 7-days a week. Chaplains are prepared to help anyone who may be feeling anxious or facing a difficult decision. The spiritual care team provides confidential patient and family support. Chaplains make contact with community clergy when a patient has specific religious requests, such as the Sacrament of the Sick (Anointing) and the Sacrament of Reconciliation (Confession) or the services of a Rabbi. Learn more about spiritual care.
Support Groups & Special Programs
We host several support groups and special programs to help cancer survivors and their families connect with each other and with community partners. Visit the classes and events calendar for a schedule of support groups and special programs.
