National Support and Education
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American Cancer Society |
(800) ACS-2345 |
Call anytime, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week for information on chemotherapy drugs, breast health, cancer treatments and other information essential to cancer patients and their families. Cancer experts answer questions and make referrals to local cancer resources. American Cancer Society Web site: www.cancer.org |
National Cancer Institute |
(800) 4-CANCER
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The Cancer Information Service. Call 9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. weekdays for information on the latest cancer treatments, clinical trails, early detection, reducing cancer risk, community services and mammogram facility certification. Free publications can be ordered. National Cancer Institute Web site: www.cancer.gov. |
Local Support and Education
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Allegheny Pain Management |
(814) 940-2000
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Consultation, referral and medical therapy for those suffering from chronic or disease-oriented pain. |
Altoona Regional Case Management/Patient Resources |
(814) 889-2256
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Oncology social worker, discharge planning, insurance aid, financial concerns and other help. |
Altoona Regional Nutrition Counseling |
(814) 889-2230
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Registered dietitian |
Altoona Regional Occupational and Speech Therapy |
(814) 889-3155
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Altoona Regional Physical Therapy |
(814) 889-2100
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Altoona Regional Palliative Care Unit |
(814) 889-3191
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Helping families and patients cope with terminal illness and grieving. |
Altoona Regional Cancer Resource Library |
(814) 889-2318
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Located in Glover Memorial Library on the 5th Floor of the Outpatient Center. Over 150 books on topics such as coping, caring, mind and body, living with cancer, as well as valuable references to learn about the disease. Opens weekdays from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. |
Altoona Regional Ostomy Team
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(814) 889-2496
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American Cancer Society, Blair County Unit |
(814) 695-9232 or 1-888-227-5445
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The local office of the national organization dedicated to cancer care and cures. |
Caregivers' Corner |
(814) 889-3123 or 1-888-313-4665
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A support group for anyone who cares for a loved one.
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Center for Living with Loss & Grief |
(814) 946-2132
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This is a 24-hour referral number for local patients and families coping with loss of life.
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Central Pa. Ostomy Society Support Group |
(814) 943-5168
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Support group for those with ostomies due to intestinal or bladder cancer. Open meetings throughout the year at Altoona Regional. Newsletter and educational material available.
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Emergency Lodging |
(814) 889-2121
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The Donna Jean Hospitality House offers temporary accommodations for a nominal fee to out-of-town patients and families facing a medical emergency. Daily reservations necessary. |
Healthy Living Club |
(814) 889-2630 or 1-888-313-4665
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Home Health Resource |
(814) 946-2005
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A home medical supply provider affiliated with Altoona Regional and Home Nursing Agency. |
Home Nursing Agency & Hospice Program |
(814) 946-5411 or 1-800-445-6262
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A visiting nurse association providing home health care services including home IV therapy; professional comfort and compassionate care for those in the last stages of life. |
I Can Cope Support Group |
(814) 889-2731
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For cancer patients and their families. Sponsored by Altoona Regional and the American Cancer Society. Meets various times throughout month; location varies. |
Pastoral Care |
(814) 889-2132
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