A study comparing different ways of supporting people with cancer in the community

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Cancer type:

All cancer types

Status:

Results

Phase:

Other

This study compared a holistic needs assessment with the usual care people with cancer receive in the community.

More about this trial

Holistic needs assessment is a way of caring that asks you to think about any concerns you may have. These could be practical, physical, social, emotional or spiritual concerns. After identifying any concerns, you can talk to a health care professional who will offer any support, guidance or information as needed.

We know from earlier research that people at cancer clinics value having the opportunity of talking about their concerns and problems.

The researchers wanted to compare the holistic needs assessment with the routine care people have when they are receiving palliative care Open a glossary item in the community for their cancer.