We're here for you
Whether you have been newly diagnosed with cancer, are currently undergoing treatment, are in active surveillance or have completed treatments, let Centra's Cancer Support and Wellness Programs assist you in your journey.
Our experts in cancer care offer support in the following ways:
- Navigation program
- Support groups
- Genetic counseling
- Nutrition counseling
- Survivorship programs
Cancer Care resources overview
For an overview of the resources that the Centra Alan B. Pearson Cancer Center offers to patients undergoing cancer treatment, please watch the following video. Note: masks are now optional at all Centra facilities, more details can be found here
Cancer Navigation Program
Receiving a cancer diagnosis is a life-changing event. Your nurse navigator is here for you every step of the way, as you or a loved one navigate the process from treatment to recovery.
Learn more about the program
Nutrition counseling
Nutritional intervention is an essential component of care for oncology patients. A well-nourished body can aid in recuperation from surgery, radiation therapy, chemotherapy and stress, as well as build new tissues while preventing tissue breakdown and weight loss. Centra’s clinical dietitians offer information to oncology patients regarding appropriate medical nutritional therapy which may include meal plans and recommendations on nutritional supplements.
This service is available for all Pearson Cancer Center patients at no charge.
To schedule an appointment with a registered dietitian, please call Oncology Administration at 434.200.4512
Genetic counseling
About 5-10% of cancer is hereditary and passed through families. Centra’s genetic counselors can provide hereditary cancer risk assessments, genetic counseling and genetic testing.
For more information, call 434.200.4522.
Genetic Counseling FAQ
RENEW | A program for cancer survivors
Whether you are newly diagnosed or long finished with treatment, you may benefit from the Centra RENEW program. Centra oncology rehabilitation is open to everyone at any stage of cancer or phase of recovery.
Cancer survivors may participate in rehabilitation to help manage the effects of cancer and treatment-related conditions. Newly diagnosed patients may want to increase their strength and endurance in order to prevent future medical problems. Years after cancer treatment has concluded, rehab interventions can help improve functioning and stamina. Our program helps survivors physically and emotionally heal from the side effects of treatments. Finally, individuals who are cured or in remission may enroll in our program with the goal of boosting their immune systems so that they can heal to the greatest extent possible.
For more information, call 434.200.7600
