Resources

A diagnosis of cancer is a life-changing experience, often requiring new ways of living. Fortunately, Wenatchee Washington is a regional hub for many resources to help meet new needs. If names and phone numbers are listed below for a resource, a direct call will give you the information you seek. Otherwise, information on each subject is located at Wellness Place.

Please visit us and let us help you.

Know Your Cancer

There are several ways to gather information about your diagnosis. At Wellness Place there is a library containing books about cancer, about how to deal with cancer, and internet access with in-office assistance.

Also check resources at the American Cancer Society.

Find Support

At Wellness Place you will find volunteers, many of whom have had cancer, available to provide support to you and your family, including:

Medical Support

Wenatchee Valley Medical Center provides cancer care through its Cancer Treatment Center. Learn more about their Cancer Care program and watch a video that describes their Cancer Treatment Center, with a segment on Wellness Place.

Treatment Adjuncts

Volunteer Dietitian Consultants

Specialists and diet recommendations are available to deal with:

Resource Materials on Alternative-care Settings

There may be some need for care services and there are several options depending on need, such as:

Appearance Aids

Treatments may cause some changes in appearance, temporary or permanent.

Medical Equipment

Standard hospital room equipment can be purchased, rented or borrowed. A list of businesses and other sources is available at Wellness Place.

Nursing Services

During the course of treatment there may be a need to have professional, in-home services.

Improved Functioning

Adapting to physical changes may be necessary. An explanation of these programs is available at Wellness Place.

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Community Resources in Wenatchee

Adult Respite

Two programs are offered to help caregivers.

Lodging

If you are coming from a distance for your treatment, you may find lodging available at:

If you are traveling out of the area for treatment, there are programs available offering hotel discounts.

Nutrition

A daily hot meal, delivered at noon, is available to the ill and those recovering from surgery.

Legal Assistance

It's always a good time to review one's legal situation. An explanation of each of the following is available at Wellness Place.

Household Chores

Adults with disabilities (including temporary) may get help through chore services that offer help in both personal care and home and errand assistance.

Need to Move

If you are elderly and in need of assistance in making a necessary move, Wellness Place can give you the number of service groups who are willing to help in this capacity.

Transportation

There are several services reaching out to meet transportation needs.

Funeral Planning

Information on the funeral planning and service providers, as well as on Purple Cross Insurance, is available.

Community Resources outside Wenatchee

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