Cancer Services

Need help and not sure where to turn? First Call 2-1-1 is available in Huron County. It is a free, confidential, community service that assists in finding the help you need for you and your household. The program uses a continually updated community information database to help you determine the assistance that you need and refer you to an appropriate service provider.

Dial 2-1-1 (24/7, 365 day availability) or visit https://www.norwalkareauf.org/get-help to gain access to helpful community resources today.

Come join us at Firelands Health this Thursday!

A day to celebrate survivors and those on the path of survivorship. Join us for music and camaraderie.

Dedicate a hope stone in honor of someone you love. Stones will be available to decorate and display at the event.

RSVP at firelands.com/survivorship

June is Cancer Survivor Month 💜

This month, we celebrate the strength, courage, and resilience of cancer survivors everywhere. Every survivor’s journey is unique, filled with challenges, victories, hope, and healing.

Today, we honor not only those who have faced cancer, but also the families, caregivers, friends, and support systems who walk beside them every step of the way.

To all survivors: your story matters, your strength inspires others, and your resilience shines brighter than you know. 🌟

If you are a survivor, we celebrate YOU this month and every month.

Grief is not something you “get over.”
It’s something you learn to carry. 💜

Some days grief feels heavy. Other days it shows up quietly in a song, a memory, or an empty chair. There is no timeline, no right way, and no perfect words.

Be gentle with yourself and with others. You never know what someone may be carrying behind their smile.

Sometimes the most well-meaning comments can unintentionally hurt someone facing cancer. 💛You don’t need the perfect words, just compassion, presence, and kindness can mean everything.

We’re excited to share we received a $500 Spark Good local grant from our local Walmart Sandusky - Milan Rd Ste 200 This grant will help with provide transportation for local cancer patients. We are proud to spark good in our community!

In honor of Memorial Day, our office will be closed as we take time to remember and honor the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country.

We will resume normal hours on the next business day. Wishing everyone a safe and meaningful Memorial Day. 🇺🇸

💛 Cancer Screenings Save Lives 💛

Screenings are one of the most powerful tools we have for early detection. Many cancers can be found before symptoms even appear when they are often easier to treat.

✔️ Stay up to date with recommended screenings
✔️ Talk with your healthcare provider about what’s right for you
✔️ Don’t put it off—your health is worth it

A simple appointment could make a life-changing difference.

Take that step today, and encourage someone you care about to do the same. 🌟

💙 Bladder Cancer Awareness 💙

Bladder cancer is one of the most common cancers, yet many people aren’t aware of the signs and risk factors. Raising awareness can lead to earlier detection.

Here are a few important facts:
🔹 Blood in the urine (even once) is the most common warning sign
🔹 It occurs more often in older adults and is more common in men, but anyone can be affected
🔹 Smoking is the biggest risk factor, linked to about half of all cases
🔹 Early detection greatly improves treatment success

If you notice symptoms or something doesn’t feel right, don’t ignore it talk to your healthcare provider.

Let’s spread awareness, support those affected, and encourage early detection. 💛

Monday Motivation ✨

Healing takes courage and the truth is, we all have that courage within us… even if we have to dig a little to find it.

This week, give yourself grace in the process. Growth isn’t always loud or visible, sometimes it’s simply choosing to keep going, to keep showing up, to keep believing things can get better.

Be gentle with yourself, but don’t forget how strong you truly are. 💛