Oncologist-approved cancer information from the American Society of Clinical Oncology

Caregiving

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This section provides information on the following topics:

Being a Caregiver

Caregivers are typically family members and friends who provide vital and constant physical and emotional care of a person with cancer. This section provides information on defining the role of caregivers and the potential challenges caregivers face.

Caregiving at the Hospital

Different challenges face those who are helping to provide care for a patient who is in the hospital.

Providing Care at Home

Learn about the different types of home care, how to find home care, and how to pay for home-care services.

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