Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer Institute

10/14/2025 | Press release | Archived content

IN THE NEWS - Your First Time as a Cancer Caregiver: A Guide to What Lies Ahead

October 14, 2025

Patient Power

Being a first-time caregiver for someone who just received a cancer diagnosis can feel overwhelming. While providing support to your loved one on this journey is important, it's also important to know there are resources available to help you feel more prepared for what lies ahead. Felicity Harper, Ph.D., clinical psychologist and member of the Supportive Oncology Multidisciplinary Team at Karmanos, covered ways for first-time caregivers to support their loved one's emotions while navigating their diagnosis and treatment.

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