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== What Support Services Help Patients and Families? ==

UCLA's patient-centered approach extends beyond medical treatment to address the whole person and family unit.<ref>[https://mesothelioma.net/ucla-jonsson-comprehensive-cancer-center/ UCLA Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center], Mesothelioma.net</ref>

'''Comprehensive Support Programs'''

* '''Care Coordination:''' Nurse practitioners coordinate all aspects of treatment and answer patient questions
* '''Multidisciplinary Team:''' Each patient receives input from specialists across cancer care disciplines
* '''Social Work Services:''' Professional social workers assist with care coordination and resource navigation
* '''Financial Assistance:''' Programs to help patients manage treatment costs

'''Integrative Medicine and Wellness'''

UCLA offers unique supportive care services including:

* '''Mind-Body Medicine:''' Stress reduction and coping strategies
* '''Nutritional Counseling:''' Personalized dietary guidance during treatment
* '''Art Therapy:''' Creative expression programs for healing
* '''Wellness Activities:''' Yoga, stretch exercises, and relaxation programs
* '''Educational Lectures:''' Health, nutrition, and survivorship workshops

'''Housing Assistance'''

Special housing assistance is available for mesothelioma patients traveling to UCLA for treatment and their families. The program recognizes that many patients must travel significant distances to access specialized care.