Cancer Support Services

Facing a cancer diagnosis can be overwhelming and impact your everyday life. We are here to provide support for you and your family through this journey.

Please share with your provider or social worker what challenges you’re experiencing so we can help in the best way possible.

Cancer Support Services at ZSFG

Support from Social Workers

The oncology/medical social workers are part of the care team to help patients and caregivers with the challenges that come with a cancer diagnosis. They provide help and resources for your overall well-being.

Ask your provider to schedule an appointment with your social worker.

Support from the Nutrition Team

Ask your provider if you’re interested in seeing the nutrition team or a dietitian. As part of your care team, they can support you with:

Overall nutrition support and resources for food and groceries
Nutrition during and after cancer treatments
Management of side effects or specialized feeding regimens (tube feeds, parenteral nutrition, etc.)

Cancer Support Resources

Support from the Palliative Care Team

Providing whole person care that relieves suffering and promotes well being. Ask your doctor about getting support from the Palliative Care team–giving you and your family extra support to manage symptoms and improve quality of life at any stage of illness.

Advanced Directives

Learn more about what it is, why it’s important, and create your plan. Advanced directives are written instructions that share your wishes for medical care. They help your loved ones, doctors and care team know what kind of care you want.

San Francisco’s 311 Service Center

Call 311 or 415-701-2311 for nonemergency City services and information- available 24/7 in many languages.

San Francisco 511 Transportation Information

Call 511 or visit the website for transportation information across San Francisco (SFMTA, Vanpools, Muni, Bus Stops, and more.)

Paratransit

Van and taxi services for people with disabilities.

Cancer Support Services