Cancer Care
Patient and Family Support and Counseling

Oncology Social Work
Adjusting to cancer or other serious illnesses can cause stress to patients and families. THis stress may be related to the disruption in daily routine; the treatment involved; or health, financial, or other concerns.

At St. Luke's MSTI, caring oncology social workers are available to work with patients, families, and support persons on their individual concerns. Our Oncology social workers are licensed professionals who are knowledgeable about cancer and the various effects it can have on patients and families.

Social work services can include individual or family counseling, education, advocacy, care management, financial assistance, support groups, and referrals to community resources. These services are designed to foster coping, provide social and emotional support, and assist in navigating through health care systems to achieve quality care.

St. Luke's MSTI scoail workers are available through all phases of treatment, including prevention, diagnosis, treatment, survivorship, terminal care, and bereavement.

Contact a St. Luke's MSTI Social Worker

Boise: (208) 381-2760 or toll-free 1-800-845-4624

Fruitland: (208) 452-7677 or toll-free 1-800-473-9618

Meridian: (208) 706-1404 or toll-free 1-800-473-0331

Nampa: (208) 463-6009 or toll-free 1-800-553-6415

Twin Falls: (208) 814-1000 or toll-free 1-800-947-4852

For more information about social work at St. Luke's, see Social Work Services at St. Luke's.

Related Resources

American Cancer Society
cancer.org
1-800-ACS-2345

National Cancer Institute
cancer.gov
1-800-4-CANCER