Cancer (Oncology) & Hematology - Pediatrics

Support Services

Overview

Recognizing that children with cancer need more than medical care, the Pediatric Hematology and Oncology Program supports patients and their families by helping them meet their social, emotional, educational, and behavioral needs.

Partnering with Yale Child Study Center, the Pediatric Hematology and Oncology team includes psychologists, a psychiatrist, and social workers who offer an array of psychosocial services to children receiving cancer care at Yale New Haven Children's Hospital, the Smilow Cancer Hospital pediatric hematology-oncology clinic, and our site in Guilford. Services are available to patients and their families.

A school integration program that includes counseling for families and children about their rights to have special services and working with school districts to make appropriate accommodations for students returning to school, including special education services.
Child Life specialists provide age-appropriate medical play aimed at helping children understand their diagnosis and treatment plan.
Home visits for children and families enrolled in the Pediatric Palliative Care Program.
Neuropsychological evaluation for patients at risk for neurocognitive problems.
Nutritionists support maintenance of healthy dietary habits in the hospital and at home.
Ronald McDonald House provides space for rest and respite for families during their child’s hospitalization.
Routine psychosocial evaluations for newly diagnosed patients and their families.
Spiritual care care staff help children and families of different faiths cope with the stress and anxiety associated with their diagnosis and care.

Patient Resources

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