Cancer support program in Derry, New Hampshire
Throughout your cancer journey, we work to provide essential counsel and resources.
At Parkland Medical Center, we aim to enrich your quality of life before, during and after cancer diagnosis. Our amenities, therapies and services are designed to help you manage a variety of difficult cancer side effects, including fluid retention.
Expert advice, available 24/7
Free health-related information is just a phone call away. Our nurses help you understand your symptoms, treatment options and procedures. They will also help you find a provider or specialist and schedule an appointment.
Free health-related information is just a phone call away. Our nurses help you understand your symptoms, treatment options and procedures. They will also help you find a provider or specialist and schedule an appointment.
Cancer support services we offer
Following your diagnosis, we will provide you access to a number of thoughtful resources intended to ease the difficulties of cancer.
Cancer care resources
We partner with the American Cancer Society (ACS) to offer education, in-person counseling and events. Through our oncology program, we can connect you with:
- Access to a wig bank with hats and scarves
- Aesthetic and skincare workshops
- Aromatherapy
- Bereavement support groups for spouses
- Community events, such as Light the Night with the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society
- Lifetime access to our integrative care services, including Reiki
- Massage therapy
- Nurse navigation
- Nutrition resources from a registered dietitian
- Palliative and hospice care referrals
- Pet therapy
- Physical therapy and rehabilitation
- Social work services, such as transportation, home care, finances and advance directives
- Spiritual guidance and support
- Volunteer-crafted blankets, shawls, hats and scarves
Cancer survivorship support
In addition to the individualized assistance you receive throughout cancer treatment, we also help you adapt to the changes in your energy and stamina. Our oncology program includes survivorship care planning, as well as an invitation to celebrate your life anew at our annual Cancer Survivor Dinner.
To sign up for one of our cancer support groups, classes or events, call (603) 890-2760.