Oncology Social Worker & Support Groups
Patients and their families may access numerous support services through Florida Hospital Memorial Medical Center's Cancer Institute. An oncology social worker is available to help patients and family members adjust to the emotional issues involved in living with a cancer diagnosis. Our social worker can also assist with accessing resources available in the community for financial aid, medication, transportation and more.
Support Groups
Support groups for patients to interact, share experience and help each other emotionally have always been an important part of an Oncology program. Florida Hospital Memorial Medical Center Cancer Institute offers the following support groups:
Strength for Living: New Patient Orientation
This one-time program focuses on the needs of those recently diagnosed with cancer. Patients and caregivers will be introduced to an array of cancer support and education information. Reservations are required.
Meets the fourth Friday of every month from Noon to 2 p.m.
Florida Hospital Memorial Medical Center
305 Memorial Medical Parkway
Classroom B
Daytona Beach, FL 32117
(386) 676-6490
Bereavement Support Group
During your time of grief and sadness we understand that you may need a place where you feel safe to express yourself and to gain information that may comfort you and educate you. This monthly support group is designed to provide you with information that can assist you in your grief journey.
Meets the second Thursday of every month from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Florida Hospital Memorial Medical Center
Cancer Care Institute
873 Sterthaus Ave, Suite 110
Ormond Beach, FL 32174
(386) 676-6490
Breast Cancer Support Group
The Breast cancer support group “I’m Still Here” is a motivated group of breast cancer patients/survivors that are committed to staying informed and supportive of each other. Group format is focused on the emotional support that group members can provide but also expert speakers to keep group members informed about their overall care.
Meets the third Tuesday each month at 4 p.m.
Florida Hospital Memorial Medical Center
305 Memorial Medical Parkway
Classroom B
Daytona Beach, FL 32117
(386) 676-6490
General Cancer Support Group
The general cancer support group offers cancer patients and caregivers an opportunity to meet and discuss the challenges of living with cancer. The cancer patient can be in any level of care from active treatment to years post diagnosis.
Meets the third Thursday each month at 4 p.m.
Florida Hospital Memorial Medical Center
Cancer Care Institute
873 Sterthaus Ave, Suite 110
Ormond Beach, FL 32174
(386) 676-6490
Look Good, Feel Better
Trained cosmetologists help women undergoing cancer treatments with makeup and accessories. Co-sponsored by the American Cancer Society.
Meets the first Monday of every other month at 6 p.m.
Florida Hospital Memorial Medical Center
Cancer Care Institute
873 Sterthaus Ave, Suite 110
Ormond Beach, FL 32174
(386) 676-6490 -- Registration is required. To register, call 800-ACS-2345
Man-to-Man
Designed for men diagnosed with prostate cancer, the Man to Man support group provides a comfortable setting for discussion, education and support throughout the treatment and recovery process.
Meets the third Wednesday of every month, 9 a.m. to 10 a.m.
Florida Hospital Flagler Cancer Institute
60 Memorial Medical Parkway
Palm Coast, FL 32164
(386) 676-6490
Caregiver Support Group
Becoming a caregiver can be very challenging and often overwhelming. There is a lot of information you need to know and many skills you need to learn. The goal of this group is to provide you with resources and the emotional support to assist in your care giving role.
Meets the fourth Wednesday of every other month at 4 p.m.
Florida Hospital Memorial Medical Center
Cancer Care Institute
873 Sterthaus Ave, Suite 110
Ormond Beach, FL 32174
(386) 676-6490