Support Services
Your treatment at The Edwards Comprehensive Cancer Center will start with you and your doctors and nurses. Along the way, you may benefit from some of the support services available to you, which are listed below.
Counseling
The Cabell Huntington Hospital Counseling Center has a staff of trained counselors available to help with problems related to stress, depression, anxiety and other issues that may be difficult to address on your own. Learn more about nutrition services for cancer patients here or call 304.526.2049 for more information.
Oncology Dietitian
Jessie Owens is a registered dietitian who can offer you advice about your diet and provide specific recommendations to help you maintain proper nutrition during treatment. Learn more about nutrition services for cancer patients here or call 304.399.6562 for more information.
Pharmacy
You may meet with a member of the Pharmacy staff to learn more about medications you are taking. The pharmacist may advise you about interactions with other drugs or foods.
Oncology Social Worker
Mary Beth Hager and Stephanie Cassidy are experienced oncology social workers with the knowledge, skills and compassion to help patients, families and caregivers deal with the experience of facing cancer, from day-to-day practical needs to social, emotional and spiritual issues that arise. They are here to assist you at any point during your care. Learn more about social work services for cancer patients here or call 304.399.6513 or 304.399.6539.
Volunteers
More than 200 volunteers donate their time and talents, providing vital services to ensure that patients and visitors have a pleasant hospital experience at the Edwards Comprehensive Cancer Center. You can learn more about volunteering here or call 304.526.2113 for more information.
Cancer Survivorship
This program was established to help patients transition from diagnosis to survivorship through a variety of support services, comprehensive clinical care and innovative education and resources to help you maintain and promote health and wellness after cancer treatment. Learn more about the Cancer Survivorship Program here or by calling Megan Wilson at 304.399.6686.
Support Groups
Sisters of Hope
Sisters of Hope is a free support group for women with breast cancer. It meets at 5:30 p.m. on the third Monday of each month in the Resource Room on the Ground Floor of the Edwards Comprehensive Cancer Center, under the direction of surgical breast oncologist Mary Legenza, MD. For more information, please call 304.526.2443.