Wellness

Cancer not only attacks physical health; it threatens emotional and spiritual well-being. Many patients find that seeking out wellness counseling or support groups help them to manage their cancer journey. Visit our Integrative Medicine page to find out more.

Among the benefits of joining a support group are a decreased sense of alienation for the patient, reduction in anxiety about treatment, clarification of misperceptions and misinformation, and a lessening of feelings of isolation, helplessness, and neglect.

GCS offers a variety of wellness counseling programs to help you and your family stay emotionally strong in the face of cancer. Our wellness services include individual and family counseling, stress and anger management, relaxation therapy, depression/anxiety treatment, and grief counseling.

There isn’t anything “correct” to say to someone who has just received a cancer diagnosis; however, there are ways you can support them. Strive to be understanding; know that you don’t have to offer solutions, just be a listening ear. Encourage healthy lifestyle choices. Stay positive.

Nutrition is an important aspect of health, especially when dealing with cancer. Adequate nutrition will help lessen side effects of treatment, decrease infections, and strengthen the body so you can enjoy a more active lifestyle. GCS’s registered dietitians are available to provide you one-on-one consultation.

Your exercise routine during cancer treatment will depend on your physical condition and your general health before you were diagnosed. Your doctor will be able to tell you if you can exercise. Exercise, with adequate periods of rest built into your day, can be beneficial for a number of reasons. It can boost your energy level, relieve stress, decrease anxiety and depression, and stimulate your appetite.