Education and Support
A cancer diagnosis can feel overwhelming, but at Beaufort Memorial you don’t have to face it alone. Treatment and survivorship happen with the community of care providers and trusted resources here to support you and your family at every step.
Need help understanding your diagnosis? Questions about treatment options? Want to know what resources are available to support you and your family?
Find information, answers and more here.
- Discuss these questions with your physician to better understand your options.
- Speak with a social worker about community resources for financial assistance.
- Join a support group to share and connect with others affected by cancer
- Ask your physician to refer you for a complimentary nutritional counseling session.
- Take advantage of our cancer rehabilitation program and/or lymphedema prevention program.
Need more support? Contact one of our oncology navigators:
Kianna S. Brown, LMSW
Oncology Social Worker +1 more
Beaufort Memorial Keyserling Cancer Center
989 Ribaut Road
On the Beaufort Memorial Campus
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Beaufort,
SC
29902
Kim Wade, RN, BSN, OCN
Oncology Nurse Navigator +1 more
Beaufort Memorial Keyserling Cancer Center
989 Ribaut Road
On the Beaufort Memorial Campus
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Beaufort,
SC
29902
Helpful Links
- Support Groups - Learn from others living with cancer
- Postsurgical Support - Alala’s certified professionals in the Beaufort Medical Plaza can help with mastectomy bras, swimsuits, medical-grade wigs, camis, lymphedema garments, pumps, radiation deodorants
and lotions. - National Comprehensive Cancer Network - Free resources to help people with cancer and caregivers talk with their doctors about the best treatment options.
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