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Support Services

Supportive Services helps our patients in finding resources, services, and information that may help or support them during their cancer journey. Some of the services offered include, but are not limited to, the following:

Road to Recovery Transportation Service

Transportation provided to necessary treatment appointments

Road to Recovery

Free Cosmetology Services for Cancer Survivors

Look Good Feel Better is a free program to help improve the self-image and self-esteem of women experiencing appearance-related side effects from cancer treatment.

During this hand-on workshop, a trained volunteer certified cosmetologist will offer self-help instruction and education on:

  • Hairstyling and coping with hair loss
  • Skin care
  • Make-up
  • Nail care
  • Wigs, turbans and scarves

Classes are offered monthly, generally on the third Tuesday, 1 to 3 p.m., Neag Comprehensive Cancer Center, UConn Health.

Registration is required.

Call 800-227-2345 with your name, program date, phone number, and skin tone for make-up kits. Kits are available in light, medium, dark and extra dark.

Connecting to Wigs, Hats & Prostheses Resources

UConn Health partners with companies to provide cancer patients with resources.

Finding Your Local & National Support Services

UConn Health works with you in locating local and national programs, services, and support groups, including:

These programs are closely linked with the American Cancer Society.

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