As the only NCI Comprehensive Cancer Center in the Rocky Mountain Region, we offer support, resources and education for all cancer patients; as well as their friends, families and supporters.
At the University of Colorado Cancer Center, we are dedicated to providing the care you need for this journey.
Cancer Information and Counseling Line (CICL) - FREE
Cancer Information and Counseling Line
(800) 525-3777
Monday through Friday
8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Mountain time
The Cancer Information & Counseling Line (CICL) is a nationally recognized service that offers free telephone counseling for people with cancer, as well as their friends and family members.
This unique, free service is provided by the AMC Cancer Fund, an affiliate of the University of Colorado Cancer Center.
- During a short-term telephone session, our trained CICL counselors take time to talk with you about your cancer concerns. All calls are confidential.
- Our counselors provide well-informed and caring support. They offer simple, clear answers to medical questions. They help you to address your issues and figure out how to communicate with others about your diagnosis.
- After treatment is complete, your CICL counselor can help you adjust to your life as a survivor.
MyLifeLine.org - Free, Personal Websites
Free, personal websites for cancer patients, survivors, and their caregivers.
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Monfort Family Cancer Resource Center - FREE
Cancer Resource Center
The Monfort Family Foundation Cancer Resource Center is a rich resource for people with cancer, regardless of whether you are receiving treatment at the University of Colorado Cancer Center.
Our American Cancer Society Cancer Resource Navigator is located in the Cancer Resource Center and can assist you with the following information:
- Books, brochures, binders and other information about specific cancer types
- Information on cancer topics such as nutrition, side effects and clinical trials
- Support groups and educational classes at our facility and in the local area
- Computers with Internet access
- Information about lodging and transportation services near our facility
- Audio/visual materials for use during your treatment at the CU Cancer Center. Topics include: stress release, guided imagery, stories, spirituality and relaxation
- Tours of the CU Cancer Center for new patients, caregivers and special "Lemonade Tours" for children of cancer patients
Hours
8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Monday through Friday
Location
University of Colorado Cancer Center
1665 Aurora Court
Mail Stop F-704
Aurora, CO 80045
Contact
Ruth Ellen Tubbs
American Cancer Society Patient Navigator
(720) 848-0316
RuthEllen.Tubbs@uch.edu
LIVESTRONG™ Cancer Survivorship Program - FREE
LIVESTRONG™ Cancer Survivorship Program
We are home to one of just seven Lance Armstrong LIVESTRONG Cancer Survivorship Programs in America. Cancer Survivorship Resource Centers are located at UCCC and at three Community Based Centers in Colorado, including Denver Health Medical Center, St. Mary’s Regional Cancer Center in Grand Junction and St. Mary-Corwin Medical Center in Pueblo.
Our survivorship program brings resources, support and information to cancer survivors in Colorado and the Rocky Mountain region. The Cancer Survivorship Program consists of:
- Telephone counseling and support program after cancer treatment is complete
- Cancer survivor support groups and educational classes
- On-going cancer survivorship needs assessment
- Cancer survivor research and dissemination
For questions regarding the Cancer Survivorship Program, please contact Kristin Leonardi-Warren at (720) 848-0349 or uch-survivorship@uch.edu.
Cancer Support and Education Programs - FREE
Cancer Support Groups and Educational Programs
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Coping with the Stressors of Cancer
Coping with the Stressors of Cancer
Oncology Social Workers are available in the outpatient clinics and in the hospital to help patients and families manage the stresses that are associated with the diagnosis and treatment of cancer.
Stresses include:
- Financial difficulties
- Insurance issues
- Parenting concerns
- Relationship issues
- Emotional distress
- Current or anticipated transportation problems
- Housing/Lodging
- Terminal illness
- Advanced directives
- Inadequate support at home
Services provided by our social workers include:
- Psychosocial assessment
- Crisis intervention
- Financial counseling
- Help with advanced directives
- Brief individual, group, marital, and family counseling
- Referrals to community resources
- Patient and family conferences
- Discharge planning
- Grief and bereavement counseling
- Hospice/Home care education and referral
- Support Groups referrals
Nutritional Counseling
Nutritional Counseling
Nutrition is a very important part of your care during and after treatment at The CU Cancer Center. We have a registered dietitian available to help you with questions and concerns about:
- Managing side effects
- Changes in appetite
- Review of tube feeding or Total Parenteral Nutrition needs
- Cancer prevention and nutrition education
- Cancer survivorship and nutrition education
- Review of supplements
- Resources and educational materials on topics related to cancer and nutrition
Please call (720) 848-0300 to make an appointment for nutritional counseling related to your cancer diagnosis or check out the monthly nutrition lectures.
Art Therapy - FREE
Art Therapy
Art therapy is available to individuals or groups Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday at the Cancer Center. Gail Opsahl, art therapist and cancer survivor, provides free, fun and inspiring hands-on art activities. Experience the gifts that come through art, intuition, imagination, insight and inspiration. Please call Gail Opsahl at (720) 848-2450 for more information or to schedule an appointment. No previous art experience necessary!
Cancer Rehabilitation Therapy
Cancer Physical Rehabilitation
Cancer treatments produce physiological changes to normal tissue and normal body functions as well. Physical therapy can promote recovery from these changes. These changes include:
- Fatigue
- Loss of energy
- A change in body fat mass
- Decreased levels of normal physical activity
We have specialists trained in cancer rehabilitation available to assist you. For more information, please contact the UCH Physical Therapy Department at (720) 848-2000.
Complementary and Alternative Medicine
The Center for Integrative Medicine
University of Colorado Hospital's Center for Integrative Medicine offers physician-managed care that emphasizes the wellness and healing of the entire person, drawing on both conventional medicine and complementary and alternative medicine (CAM). If eligible, grants are available for cancer patients to receive free CAM therapies. Please call (720) 848-1090 for more information.
Palliative Care
Palliative Care
This team provides care and support to patients and families facing a serious or life-threatening illness. The Palliative Care Consult Services team works directly with the patient’s primary physician(s) to help ease pain and other symptoms. The team also addresses psychological, social, emotional, and spiritual needs associated with end of life.