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support for the journey
The compassionate staff of three acute-care hospitals, radiation oncology centers, and outpatient infusion
center offer support and hope throughout your treatment and recovery.
The unique Bon Secours full continuum of care from prevention to
survivorship is offered freely to you and your family.
Treating the physical symptoms of cancer is just one aspect of our
comprehensive cancer program. It takes physical, emotional, and
spiritual strength to effectively fight cancer. We provide an array of
resources to alleviate anxiety, improve nutrition, and increase comfort
while encouraging your active participation in recovery. There is
little doubt that your positive attitude teamed with our expertise can
produce outstanding results. Spiritual strength is available through
our employees and Pastoral Care staff. Guidance for the journey is
offered through our patient
navigators.
Support
groups are available for all types and stages of cancer. Developing
relationships with others during and after your cancer journey is very
important.
Breast Cancer Survivor Retreats
Breast Cancer survivors can look forward to more survivorship retreats thanks to grant funding from Susan G. Komen for the Cure and the tireless efforts of Leslie Smith, Breast Program Coordinator/Certified Breast Patient Navigator and her team.
These multi-day retreats cleverly mix education, such as coping and long-term side effects, with healing approaches such as creative arts, yoga and relaxation. Discussions range from sensitive topics to humorous stories – all shared in a safe and collaborative environment of kindred spirits.
The retreats, made available by the Komen Foundation and Maryview Medical Center, and are open to all breast cancer survivors who have finished their primary treatment and are no more than two years post treatment. We are pleased to continue this one-of-a-kind program here in Hampton Roads and are honored to aid in the emotional, spiritual and physical recovery of women surviving breast cancer.
If you would like more information on the retreats, please contact Leslie Smith at Leslie_Smith@bshsi.org or [757] 673-5861
