LOVE
from those who mean the most.
No one should fight cancer alone.
We encourage our patients' loved ones to come to appointments and treatments. We surround our patients with the support they need - from those who've shared their struggle to the loving support only family can provide.
Individuals who have been diagnosed with cancer should know that they do not have to go through diagnosis and treatment alone. The Mercy Cancer Centers offer many programs and services to support cancer patients and their families free of charge. Time and place vary; see the following list of Classes and Support Groups and search our Calender and Community Resources for times, locations and more information. If you do not find what you need, call the following contact numbers to learn more.
Mercy Cancer Centers
(419) 407-1186
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Mercy Children's Hospital
(419) 251-8215
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Mercy Tiffin Hospital
(419) 455-8103
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Mercy Willard Hospital
(419) 964-5709
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Patient Navigator
At Mercy Cancer Centers, our patients are our highest priority. We are committed to providing state-of-the-art cancer services, while easing fears and focusing on the needs of each individual person. With the personal assistance of two Patient Navigators, located on the campuses of St. Anne and Mercy St. Charles Hospitals, our cancer team is there with our patients and their families every step of the way. Our specially trained Patient Navigators will streamline the pathway for patients to receive efficient and timely care helping to guide them through the entire treatment process from diagnosis through recovery.
To contact our patient navigators call:
Mercy Cancer Center at St. Anne (419) 407-1160 or (419) 407-1616
Mercy Cancer Center at St. Charles (419) 696-5835
Mercy St. Vincent Medical Center (419) 407-1160
Classes and Support Groups
Art of Healing Search Calendar
Cancer survivors learn to enhance and enrich their quality of life through a variety of activities. Survivors learn more about themselves as they experience new beginnings in a positive creative atmosphere. No talent required. Contact: Mercy St. Anne Hospital, (419) 407-1186.
Cancer Support Group Search Calendar
Patients and their families and friends share day-to-day concerns regarding cancer. Contact: Mercy St. Anne Hospital, (419) 407-1186. Tiffin area residents should contact Dr. Renu Soni, (419) 448-1115.
Planning for Breast Cancer Surgery Search Calendar
Volunteers who have experienced breast cancer offer support and resource information to women anticipating breast cancer surgery. Contact: Mercy St. Vincent Medical Center, (419) 407-1186.
*Reach to Recovery Search Calendar
Patients who are undergoing breast cancer surgery and/or reconstruction are linked to trained volunteers who are breast cancer survivors. Patients receive information, and emotional support, as well as a kit with a temporary breast form. Contact: Mercy St. Vincent Medical Center, (419) 407-1186.
*Look Good…Feel Better Search Calendar
Licensed cosmetologists teach beauty techniques to assist patients currently receiving cancer treatment. The program helps women enhance their appearance and self image. Contact: Mercy St. Anne Hospital, (419) 407-1186.
The Lebed Method: Healthy-Steps Search Calendar
A therapeutic mild exercise program for cancer survivors. This program helps survivors reach for a better quality of life and have fun too. Programs are held weekly. Contact: Mercy St. Vincent Medical Center (419) 251-4153, Mercy St. Anne Hospital (419) 407-1186 or Karen Kiemnec (419) 885-2544.
*Man to Man Search Calendar
Men with prostate cancer and their partners are provided support and education. Contact: Mercy St. Vincent Medical Center, (419) 407-1186.
Oncology Outreach Search Calendar
Volunteers who have received special education, offer supportive listening to those dealing with cancer. Out reach volunteers provide information to families regarding oncology support services as well as other community resources. Contact: Mercy St. Anne Hospital, (419) 407-1186.
Breast Cancer Support Group Search Calendar
A support group for breast cancer survivors and their caregivers or family members. For more information, contact the Mercy Tiffin Radiation Therapy Center at (419) 448-3690.
Ahava Ministries Search Community Resources
A spa and wellness center providing relaxation and beauty treatments to cancer survivors currently in treatment.
African American Women Cancer Support Group of Northwestern Ohio Search Community Resources
This group provides support and education for women with cancer. Contact: Deborah Roberts (419) 535-3126.
The Heart in Hand Quilters Search Community Resources
This group provides support in a familiar setting of a quilting group for quilters who have been diagnosed with cancer. Contact: Mary Greeno (419) 841-8867.
That Special Women Search Community Resources
A mastectomy and chemotherapy boutique. The shop offers anything you may need for breast cancer - prosthesis, bras, lingerie. Contact: Kris Beard (419) 536-6206.
Renee's Survivor Shop, LLC Search Community Resources
Special products and gifts related to cancer and other illnesses for you and/or those you love.
Laryngectomy Club of Toledo Search Community Resources
This group provides support and education for people who have had cancer of the larynx. Pre and post-operative visits are available. Contact: (419) 691-2897.
Let's Talk it Ovar Search Community Resources
The group supplies support and education for ovarian and gynecological cancer survivors. Contact: (419) 385-5466 or (419) 823-4203
American Cancer Society
The American Cancer Society serves, to the best of its ability, as a clearinghouse for all cancer-related support groups in Northwest Ohio. 1-888-227-6446
Victory Center Cancer Information
This independent resource is one of the largest, most comprehensive collections of cancer information in the area. It includes all available published information from the National cancer Institute and the National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship. Free and open to the public 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. Mon – Thurs; 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. Fri. Victory Center, 5532 W. Central Ave, Suite B, Toledo OH 43615, (419) 531-7600.
* American Cancer Society program held in conjunction with Mercy.
Integrative Medicine
See our Integrative Medicine/Symptom Management or Integrative Medicine Outpatient Services for additional classes and workshops.
The Mercy Cancer Center at St. Anne is a department of Mercy St. Vincent Medical Center.
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