Caregiving

December 7, 2010
Hosted by Cancer Support Community

[Download MP3] [itunes] [Bookmark Episode]

Episode Description

The Cancer Support Community (CSC) is proud to offer support and education for all people affected by cancer, including patients, their family, and friends. This episode of Frankly Speaking About Cancer, hosted by CSC President and CEO, Kim Thiboldeaux, focuses on the important role that caregivers play when a loved one is diagnosed with cancer. Dr. Laurel Northouse, a nurse scientist and expert in the field of cancer research, is joined by Bonnie Dockham, Program Director at the Cancer Support Community affiliate in Southeast Michigan, and Donna Fischer, a caregiver for her adult daughter. Together, the group discusses the role of caregivers in the cancer experience, the many challenges they face, and the resources and support available to them.

Frankly Speaking About Cancer with the Cancer Support Community

Tuesdays at 1 PM Pacific Time on VoiceAmerica Health and Wellness Channel

Frankly Speaking about Cancer is a program that inspires, educates, and empowers patients, survivors, and caregivers living with cancer. Hosted by the Cancer Support Community, this award-winning show features health professionals, elected leaders, advocates, and celebrities who share their insights and experiences. Timely and relevant, each episode helps us live well with cancer. Join the Cancer Support Community Tuesday afternoons at 1 P.M. PT and 4 P.M. ET on the Voice America Health and Wellness network.

Cancer Support Community

This site is protected by Trustwave's Trusted Commerce program