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.

Eligibility 

This program is intended for people who have the time and energy to participate in a structured 8-week 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

If you or someone you know is interested in participating in this program, please email jessica.coleman@uvmhealth.org.

Note: Enrollment for the October pilot is now open and will end in a few weeks.

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)

All participants then take part in an 8-week Group Medical Visit facilitated by a variety of medical providers. Each 90-minute session includes education and experiential activities. 

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 8-week program to support their goals.

Optional Integrative Therapies include:

• Health Coaching
• Nutrition Counseling
• Mental Health Counseling
• Mind-Body Medicine
• Acupuncture (coming soon)
• 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 8-week program, participants have a Momentum Visit to discuss their progress and future goals. 

An Alumni program is offered for those who wish to continue in the program.