Brain Tumor Support Services

How does the Henry Ford Cancer Institute support patients with brain tumors?

We offer a variety of support programs make sure the whole you is being taken care of during your cancer treatment.

• Our 24 Hour appointment guarantee promises an appointment with a neurosurgeon or neuro-oncologist within 24 business hours of contacting us
• Same day MRI scans allow you to make a single trip to Henry Ford instead of multiple.
• The Hermelin Brain Tumor Center Facebook Page keeps you informed about events happening at Hermelin
• Brain Tumor Patient Stories from our own patients inspire and give hope to others
• Cancer Support Groups and Classes connect you with others in the Henry Ford Cancer community through meaningful conversation and activities
• Henry Ford Cancer Institute Survivorship Support Group on Facebook 
• Caregiver Services support those who support you
• Dietitians who specialize in working with patients who have cancer offer free consultations to our patients
• An E-Newsletter that keeps our cancer community informed about services and events
• The Exercise Program for Cancer Patients (ExCITE) is one of the only exercise programs in the country created especially for patients or post treatment survivors of cancer
• Game On Cancer Kid’s Club
• Integrative Medicine for Cancer Patients 
• Psych-oncology specialists
• Rehabilitation services especially for people that have been affected by cancer or its treatment

What other support services are available through Henry Ford?

• Fertility Preservation is available for those who may have their fertility impacted by cancer treatment
• The cancer Genetics program 
• Henry Ford at Home offers products and services to help you make the transition from hospital to home
• Palliative Care helps patients with serious disease have the best quality of life possible
• A specialty pharmacy for cancer patients makes sure you have medications when you need them, with free delivery to your home or office

Ask a Cancer Support Specialist

Where can I learn more about brain tumors?

These national sources have up to date information about brain tumors.

• Brain Cancer — Information for patients from the National Cancer Institute
• Information from the American Cancer Society
  
  • Recovering for the Effects of the Brain or Spinal Cord Tumor and its Treatment
  • Lifestyle Changes During and After an Adult Brain or Spinal Cord Tumor
• The Henry Ford Neurosurgery YouTube playlist has videos from our providers about brain tumors, cutting edge procedures, and support services

How can I talk to other patients who have brain tumors? 

• The Henry Ford Cancer Institute Survivorship Support Group on Facebook connects you with other Henry Ford cancer patients, including those with brain tumors.
• Imerman Angels
  A program that provides personalized connections that enable one-on-one support among cancer fighters, survivors, and caregivers. Phone: (866) 463-7626.
• The American Brain Tumor Association has information and resources for patients, caregivers, and families affected by a brain tumor.
  
  • Find a support group in your area or online
  • Get connected with a mentor who has gone through a similar situation to yours

What organizations help those with brain tumors?

• Brains for The Cure
  
  • An easy-to-navigate page for people on any step of the brain tumor journey, from diagnosis to survivorship
• Accelerate Brain Cancer Cure (ABC2)
  
  • An organization focused on research for a cure. They also offer guidance for anyone facing a brain tumor treatment