Susan Lewis Levy Whole Health Cancer Program

Mission

Our mission is to improve quality of life and clinical outcomes for people living with cancer and their caregivers, through evidence-based, Whole Health care.

Overview

The Susan Lewis Levy Whole Health Cancer Program supports participants through a group lifestyle medicine program and a variety of optional integrative therapies designed to support their physical, psychological, and spiritual health. 

Participants can choose either the in-person program or virtual program.

Eligibility 

This program is intended for people who have the time and energy to participate in a structured program, which includes education, experiential activities, and setting goals to work on at home. Some people may be ready to participate during cancer treatment, while others will find it more beneficial to wait until treatment is over. Please reach out to our team to discuss the right timing for you.

Billing

Many of the visits associated with this program will be billed to insurance. Participants are responsible for any co-pays or deductibles associated with their plan. 

Some services (e.g., health coaching, group mindfulness, alumni program) are included free of charge. 

How to Participate

Enrollment is now open for all future programs. If you or someone you know is interested in participating in this program, please email jessica.coleman@uvmhealth.org. 

Initial Intake

The program starts with an Integrative Medicine Intake to discuss individual goals and ensure that the program is a good fit.

Group Medical Visits

8 visits over the course of 16 weeks. 

After their initial intake, participants take part in 8 Group Medical Visits, over the course of 16 weeks, led by a physician and health coach. Each 90-minute session includes education and experiential activities. 

Participants can choose either the in-person program or virtual program.

Topics include:

• Introduction to Whole Health
• Nutrition
• Exercise
• Culinary Medicine
• Stress Management
• Mind-Body Medicine
• Sleep
• Social Connection

Each participant has access to a variety of resources during the program to support their goals.

Optional Integrative Therapies include:

• Health Coaching
• Nutrition Counseling
• Mental Health Counseling
• Mind-Body Medicine
• Acupuncture
• Group Tai Chi Class
• Group Mindfulness Class

Throughout the program, participants also may be referred to other UVM Health services (e.g., Steps to Wellness, Physical Therapy (PT), Occupational Therapy (OT), etc.) and community resources that can support their goals. 

Program Conclusion

Toward the end of the program, participants have a Momentum Visit to discuss their progress and future goals. 

A variety of offerings are available for program alumni who wish to continue working on their health and wellness.