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Partner died; live in tourist area; no friends. are there volunteers out there in the community that can help a single retired older person residing in florida who may start chemotherapy soon? want to remain at home. where do i start my search?

Q: partner died; live in tourist area; no friends. are there volunteers out there in the community that can help a single retired older person residing in florida who may start chemotherapy soon? want to remain at home. where do i start my search?

: At the facility where you have your chemotherapy. A social worker affiliated with the oncology group should be able to pull a list of local resources, group meetings, volunteer groups, activities, etc.

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Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered

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At the facility where you have your chemotherapy. A social worker affiliated with the oncology group should be able to pull a list of local resources, group meetings, volunteer groups, activities, etc.

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Answered 12/4/2021

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A member asked:

Partner died; live in tourist area; no friends. are there volunteers out there in the community that can help a single retired older person residing in florida who may start chemotherapy soon? want to remain at home. where do i start my search?

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Dr. Silviu Pasniciuc answered

Dr Singh and 2 doctors agreed

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