A cancer diagnosis can feel overwhelming and navigating the healthcare system while managing treatment, emotions, family, and daily life can make it even harder. You may be experiencing common side effects of cancer treatment such as anxiety, fear of recurrence, fatigue, sleep disturbances, and/or reduced physical function. That’s why Cancer Support Community SF Bay Area (CSC SF Bay Area) offers Supportive Care Navigation: a free service designed to connect you and your loved ones with the resources, programs, and support you need, exactly when you need them.
What Is a Supportive Care Navigator?
Our Navigator is a dedicated CSC SF Bay Area staff member and meets you where you are- early in your care and throughout your journey.
Your Navigator is there to listen, assess what you and your family need, and connect you with the right resources, whether that’s a support group, counseling, nutrition, exercise, financial assistance, or practical help at home.
How We Can Help
No two cancer journeys are the same. Our Navigator works with survivors, family members, and caregivers to address the full range of needs that come with a cancer diagnosis, including:
- Emotional and psychological support through CSC SF Bay Area’s free counseling and support group programs
- Practical assistance including emergency financial aid, transportation guidance, and help understanding your options
- Connection to nutrition, exercise, and wellness programs designed for people in treatment and beyond
- Referrals to trusted community and healthcare resources when needs fall outside of what CSC SF Bay Area provides
- Education and guidance to help you and your family feel more informed and empowered throughout treatment and survivorship
Who We Serve
Our Supportive Care Navigation services are available to patients across all cancer types, any stage, active treatment and survivorship, family members, and caregivers. All CSC SF Bay Area programs and navigation services are provided free of charge, regardless of insurance status or income level. Programs are available in English and Spanish, in-person and virtually.
Get Connected
Coping with cancer takes teamwork. If you or someone you love has been diagnosed with cancer, you don’t have to figure it out alone. Please fill out the interest form below if you wish to be contacted for navigation services.