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Cancer Patient Support and Psychosocial Oncology The Cancer Patient Support Program (CPSP) and Psychosocial Oncology Program (POP) were developed to enhance the quality of life of patients and family members during diagnosis, treatment and survivorship. These services were cited by the National Cancer Policy Board as a model for Comprehensive Cancer Centers.  The CPSP and POP provide professional counseling and clinical research activities. Research has focused on quality of life following treatment, orienting new patients to treatment, group support for young women breast cancer patients and restorative (gentle) yoga. The CPSP staff provides individual counseling, support groups, hospital visitation, professional education for medical center employees, patient and community education, financial assistance, and appearance consultation including wigs, turbans and caps.  All CPSP services are provided without charge.     Virtual Tour Broadband      Dialup  A major focus for CPSP and POP staff and volunteers is to provide comfort for patients undergoing treatment and to help them maintain hope for the journey. In the words of a CPSP volunteer, “I may not be able to do great things but I can do small things with great love.” CPSP Services     Visit our Helpful Web Links page for more information about dealing with cancer.