Cancer Navigators

To help guide patients and families through complex and emotional process of cancer treatment, The William R. Bliss Cancer Resource Center offers a unique Cancer Care Navigator program. Cancer care navigation services are free of charge thanks to the generous support from donors to the Mary Greeley Foundation.

Our cancer care navigator is a specially trained registered nurse who acts as an advocate for a cancer patient and his or her family. The support offered by the navigator includes:

Connecting support services necessary for comprehensive, compassionate care
Becoming the central point of contact for communication with all treatment team members
Helping ensure that patients receive quality care and treatment
Encouraging patients’ participation in their own care
Facilitating interaction and communication between patients and health care providers
Building relationships with patients, caregivers, and families
Providing education related to treatments, pathology, palliative care, and other resources
Offering encouragement and assistance to patients and families

Additional Cancer Care Navigation Services

In addition to an explanation of the goals, benefits, and risks of treatment choices, cancer care navigators offer access to community resources such as transportation, financial assistance, and support groups. They may also offer information on trials, genetic counseling, and support programs.

Cancer care navigation services are confidential through the Cancer Resource Center.

Meet the Herrolds

Hear Lyle and Gloria tell the moving story of their cancer journey and discuss the support they are receiving from Mary Greeley’s expanded Cancer Navigator Program.

Read the Herrold's Story