Social Work Services at Cancer Institute at Alexian Brothers Hospital Network
About Us
Social support is extremely important as you go through cancer treatment. That's why we offer a wide range of social services at The Cancer Institute at Alexian Brothers Hospital Network for you and your family. Specifically, our social worker can:
- Support and listen to you and your family members' concerns about the cancer diagnosis.
- Provide information about cancer support, grief support and educational groups as well as suggest relevant reading materials.
- Assist you with transportation resources
- Direct you to the appropriate community agencies for in-home attendant care, Meals on Wheels, or adult day care/respite.
- Perform psychosocial assessments for those in need of mental health and substance abuse resources.
- Provide information and make arrangements for long-term care and planning.
- Refer you to the appropriate medical team member to arrange Home Health, Rehabilitation, Hospice or Durable Medical Equipment.
- Assist you with financial concerns, such as linking you to community agencies for utility assistance, minor home repairs, food stamps, Medicaid, prescription assistance programs and Social Service Disability.
- Answer questions regarding Medicare and supplemental insurance policies, Living Will and/or Power of Attorney for Healthcare.
If you would like to speak to one of our social workers please contact the individual at the location you are interested in attending:
Alexian Brothers Medical Center call Mina Coker at 847-437-5500 Ext. 5904
St. Alexius Medical Center call Kristin Weeks at 847-843-2000 Ext. 8626
