Oncology social work services at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center can help you address the challenges to everyday life due to a cancer diagnosis throughout the survivorship journey. Our oncology social workers are part of a multi-disciplinary team using a collaborative approach to address patient care needs. Our social workers are trained in oncology, knowledgeable about cancer resources, and connect patients and caregivers to the appropriate community programs.
The oncology social workers are licensed practitioners and have a master’s degree in social work. They have completed extensive training in mental health and provide short-term counseling services. The role of the oncology social worker is to support the patients navigate their cancer experience and receive supportive care needs. They also facilitate various types of support groups for patients, and caregivers creating a safe environment. The oncology social worker can evaluate areas of distress that are affecting your everyday life and provide tailored interventions throughout your care.
How We Can Help
An oncology social worker can assist with:
- Transportation resources
- Understanding your health insurance and help address insurance concerns
- Addressing financial barriers i.e. (food, housing, work, medication)
- Navigating community resources
- Providing emotional support and counseling
- Connecting you with cancer support services i.e. (support groups)
- Providing caregiver support
- Helping you and your family work through barriers to cancer care and treatment
Learn More
If you need assistance with any psychosocial issues that arise, our team of oncology social workers may be able to assist. If you have any further questions or issues, please contact us at 305-243-4129 to contact your site-specific social work.
NAME | WHEN | FACILITATOR/CONTACT |
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Adolescent and Young Adult Cancer Support Group | First Wednesday of the Month (6:00 PM) |
Adriana Alvarez, LCSW 305-243-2572 Olivia Scott, AYA Coordinator 305-243-4527 |
Ask A Social Worker | First Friday of the Month (12:00 PM) |
Alyssa Miller, LCSW & Stephanie Vergara, LCSW 305-243-0505 |
Brain Tumor Support Group | Third Friday of the Month (11:00 AM) |
Veronica Galego, LCSW 305-243-0157 |
Grupo de Apoyo para Tumor Cerebral | Third Thursday of the Month (11:00 AM) |
Veronica Galego, LCSW, OSW-C 305-243-0157 |
Breast Cancer Mentor Group | Scheduled for Breast Cancer Survivors | Teresa Neira, PhD 305-243-3149 |
Breast Cancer Support Group | Second Thursday of the Month (12:30 PM) |
Teresa Neira, PhD 305-243-3149 Stephanie Polanco, LCSW 305-243-5358 |
Breast Cancer Support Group | Fourth Thursday of the Month / In-Person (6:00 PM) |
Angela Dill, LCSW 954-210-1121 |
Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia & Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma Support Group | Second Thursday of the Month (5:30 PM) |
Rachel Hernandez, MSW 305-689-3357 |
Metastatic Breast Cancer Support Group | First Tuesday of the Month (11:00 AM) |
Angela Dill, LCSW 954-210-1121 |
Gynecologic Cancers (GYO) Mentor Group | Scheduled for (GYO) Survivors | Teresa Neira, PhD 305-243-4105 |
Gynecologic Cancers (GYO) Support Group in English | Second Wednesday of the Month (2:00 PM) |
Marlene Morales, LCSW 305-243-4193 |
Gynecologic Cancers (GYO) Support Group in Spanish | Fourth Wednesday of the Month (2:00 PM) |
Marlene Morales, LCSW 305-243-4193 |
Head & Neck Cancer Support Group in English | First Wednesday of the Month (12:00 PM) |
Karen Sanchez, LCSW 305-243-9048 |
Head & Neck Cancer Support Group in Spanish | Second Wednesday of the Month (2:00 PM) |
Karen Sanchez, LCSW 305-243-9048 |
Pancreatic Support Group | Second Monday of the Month (11:00 AM) |
Giovanna Betancur Cohen, LCSW 305-243-8827 |
Prostate Cancer Support Group | Second Tuesday of the Month (6:00 PM) |
Jessica Gomez, LCSW 305-270-5382 |
Sarcoma Support Group | Third Monday of the Month (10:30 AM) |
Marlene Morales, LCSW 305-243-4193 |
Stem Cell Meet and Greet in English | Every Thursday of the Month (1:00 PM) |
Alexia Zadok, MSW 305-243-0602 |
Stem Cell Meet & Greet in Spanish | Last Thursday of the Month (1:00 PM) |
Benjamin Seiglie, LCSW & Adriana Alvarez, LCSW 305-243-2572 |
Stem Cell Transplant Caregiver Support Group | Fourth Thursday of the Month (12:00 PM) |
Alexia Zadok, LCSW 305-243-0602 |
Woman to Woman Mentor Group | Scheduled for Mentors | Teresa Neira, PhD 305-243-3149 |
Cancer Support Services
Contact us today to learn more or request an appointment.