COUNSELLING
Many people facing cancer find it helpful to speak to a counsellor. To find one in your area, the best place to start is your local hospital or community health centre. Many have social workers, counsellors and pastoral care departments. Below are a few resources.
The Clinical Institute
St. John's College - School of Social Work
Memorial University of Newfoundland
St. John's, NL A1B 5S7
tel: (709) 777-2553 fax: (709)777-7026
Counselling services for individuals, couple or families by professionals who are attending the School of Social Work for advanced training. Sliding scale of fees.
Dr. H. Bliss Murphy Cancer Centre
300 Prince Philip Drive
St. John's, NL A1B 3V6
tel: (709) 777-7604
The centre's social workers provide extensive counselling services for patients and their families. They also connect patients with community and support services as well as financial assistance.