Supportive Care Social Work
Providence Regional Cancer System
My name is Terry Furst and I am a Supportive Care Social Worker at the Providence Regional Cancer System, Lacey Clinic.
Research has shown that patients who receive Supportive or Palliative Care Services early in their diagnosis experience less pain, distress, anxiety and report a better quality of life than patients who do not receive these services. Read more about this study.
I am available to all of our patients and families here, in Lacey, and next door at RadiantCare, free of charge. Providence provides all of our patients the additional support we know is needed when you or someone you love has been diagnosed with a serious or life-threatening illness.
The fear and confusion many experience early in a diagnosis is overwhelming—that’s where I come in. I can help you with:
- Decision making
- Managing your health care
- Planning the future
- Recommending financial resources
- Supporting family members
- Emotional support
Facing your feelings, while understanding where they are coming from, can help you face the journey ahead.
I am also available to talk about the most difficult of thoughts and feelings many people have when diagnosed with cancer but are afraid to talk about with family or friends. We all need somewhere to express our feelings.
If you think I can be of support or assistance to you or your family members, please contact me at (360) 412-8956 or ask your doctor or nurse to make a referral and I will contact you.
Reader Comments (1)
Supportive Services sound like a great idea. I imagine in such a distressing time it would be such a comfort to talk through concerns or worries.