The Breast Cancer Resource Center of Santa Barbara (BCRC) will host its monthly educational program Live, Learn, Lunch, noon Friday, June 5, featuring a talk about Patient Care Services by Amara Maliszewski, care manager at Hospice of Santa Barbara (HSB).
The free online event is open to all.
“This special session will provide valuable insight into Hospice of Santa Barbara services to support individuals and families navigating cancer, including breast cancer, at every stage of the journey,” organizers said.
Services are available beginning at diagnosis and continue through treatment, survivorship, caregiving, and end-of-life care when needed.
Maliszewski will offer an overview of HSB’s Patient Care Services (PCS) program, highlighting the many ways the organization assists clients and families.
Topics include navigating complex healthcare systems; connecting with community resources; providing emotional and spiritual support; and helping individuals plan for both immediate and long-term needs.
The session also will provide an overview of the broader landscape of palliative care and hospice services available within the community.
Participants will gain a clearer understanding of what these services are, when they may be appropriate, and how they can work alongside existing medical care to support both patients and families.
“The ongoing collaboration between the BCRC and Hospice of Santa Barbara reflects a shared commitment to ensuring that clients and their loved ones have access to compassionate support, coordinated and comprehensive care throughout every stage of their experience.
“By working together, both organizations are able to connect individuals and families with a broader network of emotional, educational, practical, and supportive services, helping ensure that no one has to navigate diagnosis, treatment, survivorship, caregiving, or end-of-life care alone,” organizers said.
The session is designed to help community members learn about local resources, ask questions, and feel supported.