Volunteer Dietitian Consultants

Specialists and diet recommendations are available to deal with:

• Loss of appetite
• Changing diet needs
• Tolerance and taste change

Resource Materials on Alternative-Care Settings

There may be some need for care services and there are several options depending on need, such as:

• Nursing and convalescent homes
• Adult family home

Appearance Aids

Treatments may cause some changes in appearance, temporary or permanent.

• Wigs and head coverings are available at several places, as are clothing alterations.
• Prosthetic devises are available from several sources.
• Wendy Skalisky at 'This is Wendy' is available by appointment to fit wigs and head coverings. Call 888-9506.
• ValuPlus Home Health Care 1737-D N Wenatchee Ave., Wenatchee provides professional fitting services for prosthetics. Call 663-8772.

Medical Equipment

Standard hospital room equipment can be purchased, rented or borrowed. A list of businesses and other sources is available at Wellness Place.

Nursing Services

During the course of treatment there may be a need to have professional, in-home services.

• Home Care & Hospice - 665-6049
• Healthy Options - 663-9585
• In-Home Care of Central WA - 663-7742

Improved Functioning

Adapting to physical changes may be necessary. An explanation of these programs is available at Wellness Place.

• Outpatient physical therapy
• Speech therapy
• Occupational therapy