Cancer Support Services

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Cancer Support Services

Coordinated Care

We know that teamwork makes a big difference. That's why our team includes an oncologist, an advanced practice oncology nurse, certified oncology nurses, physical therapy, occupational therapy, social work, financial navigation, nutritional/dietary support, palliative care and speech therapy specialists.

Munson Healthcare Charlevoix Hospital offers support for cancer patients and their families by providing resources, education, and training.

Cancer Survivors and Caregivers Support Group

This group is for all cancer patients regardless of diagnosis and includes caregivers. Contact our Chemotherapy-Infusion Center at (231) 547-8571 for additional information on meeting times and places. Through our Regional Cancer Network, additional services in Traverse City are open to all patients in northern Michigan and many are open to their caregivers.

For more information on any of our support groups, please call (231) 547-8571.

The Look Good Feel Better Program

This two-hour workshop is an enhanced-care service for women. (Men can participate in the at-home program.) The workshop features step-by-step sessions led by cosmetology professionals using products donated by the cosmetic industry. Included are skin care and makeup lessons, nail care and advice on how to deal with hair loss using wigs, scarves, hats, hairpieces and other accessories.

For more information, including upcoming dates in Charlevoix, click here.

The program was founded in 1989 by Personal Care Products, a charitable organization supported by the cosmetic industry, in cooperation with the American Cancer Society (ACS) and the Professional Beauty Association (PBA). Look Good Feel Better is free, non-medical, and salon- and product-neutral. Volunteers and program participants do not promote cosmetic products or manufacturers. All cosmetics used in the group program have been donated, and volunteers complete a certification class to become a Look Good Feel Better volunteer. 

You also can visit our specialized boutique in Traverse City.