Social Work

The Social Workers in Supportive Care provide counselling to patients and their families. Social Workers can help you deal with the emotional impact of a cancer diagnosis. They can also help you:

Understand and cope with your own and others' feelings about your illness
Talk with your children, family members or friends about your illness
Adjust to the changes cancer has made in your life
Learn ways to manage the worry and stress of living with cancer
Find out about financial services that may be available to you
Talk with your health care team
Find support services in your community

Supportive Care also offers various group programs. Regular programs include a cancer support group for women, a coping skills program, and a program for parents and children. Social Workers are available to help you and your family before, during and after treatment.

To make an appointment with a social worker call 519-685-8622. No referral is necessary.

You can also ask a member of your health care team, to refer you to a social worker.