Myles' Miracle Mission

Clergy--Spiritual Counseling

Some members of the clergy are trained to help you deal with cancer concerns such as feeling alone, fear of death, searching for meaning, and doubts about faith.

Couples Counseling

You and your partner can work with trained specialists who can help you talk about problems, learn about each other's needs, and find ways to cope. Counseling may include issues related to sex and intimacy.

Family Support Programs

Your whole family may be involved in the healing process. In these programs, you and your family members participate in therapy sessions with trained specialists who can help you talk about problems, learn about each other's needs, and find answers.

Genetic Counseling

Trained specialists advise on whether to have gene testing for cancer and how to deal with the results. It can be helpful for you and for family members who have concerns for their own health.

Home Care Services

State and local governments offer many services useful after cancer treatment. A nurse or physical therapist may be able to come to your home. You also may be able to get help with housework or cooking. The phone book has contact numbers under Social Services, Health Services, or Aging Services--both nonprofit and for-profit.

Individual Counseling

Trained mental health specialists help you deal with your feelings, such as anger, sadness, and concern for your future.

Long-Term Follow-up Clinics

All doctors can offer follow-up care, but there are a few clinics that specialize in long-term follow-up after cancer. These clinics most often see people who are no longer being treated by an oncologist and who are considered disease-free. You may want to ask your doctor if there are follow-up cancer clinics in your area.

Nutritionists/Dietitians

They can help you with gaining or losing weight and with healthy eating.

Occupational Therapists

They can help you regain, develop, and build skills that are important for independent living. They can help you relearn how to do daily activities such as bathing, dressing, or feeding yourself after cancer treatment.

Oncology Social Workers

These professionals are trained to counsel you about ways to cope with treatment issues and family problems related to your cancer. They can tell you about resources and connect you with services in your area.

Pain Clinics (also called Pain and Palliative Care Services)

These are centers with professionals from many different fields who are specially trained in helping people get relief from pain.

Physical Therapists

Physical therapists are trained in the way that the body parts interact and work. They can teach you about proper exercises and body motions that can help you gain strength and mobility after treatment. They can also advise you about proper postures that help prevent injuries.

Speech Therapists

Speech therapists can evaluate and treat any speech, language, or swallowing problems you may have after treatment.

Stress Management Programs

These programs teach ways to help you relax and take more control over stress. Hospitals, clinics, or local cancer organizations may offer such programs and classes.

Support Groups for Survivors

In-person and online groups enable survivors to interact with others in similar situations.

Vocational Rehabilitation Specialists

If you have disabilities or other special needs after treatment, these services can help you find suitable jobs. Such services include counseling, education and skills training, and help in obtaining and using assistive technology and tools.

Local Chatham-Kent Services

This page will have listings for resources available to those living in the Chatham-Kent area. This list will be updated as we become aware of other resources that maybe available to those living in the Municipality of Chatham-Kent..