Supporting Cancer Caregivers
Cancer Facts
There are 4 million family caregivers for adults with cancer and 50% of them are employed.
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- 64% of these caregivers report difficulty juggling work and caregiving.
- 48% report coming in late, leaving early, or taking off work.
- 19% take leaves of absence and 27% take unpaid time off.
- When at work, there is a 22.9% reduction in productivity.
Caregivers provide an average of 32.9 hours of care per week, resulting in high levels of emotional, physical, and financial strain. These stresses make them 2X as likely to develop their own chronic condition, resulting in additional health care costs for their employer.
Navvisa Facts
Navvisa uniquely provides support to caregivers by matching them with their own certified oncology nurse, who specializes in the patient’s disease and is versed in the unique challenges for caregivers. Our certified oncology nurses reduce the burden for caregivers by doing research to support decision-making and providing access to numerous resources. This enables caregivers to miss less work and avoid long absences. Furthermore, studies demonstrate that navigation improves the mental health of caregivers by relieving stress, reducing guilt and frustration, and improving the relationship between the patient and caregiver. With this in mind, Navvisa also provides psychosocial support and teaches self-care, which promotes wellness for the caregiver.
Navvisa offers personalized, expert cancer support and guidance to patients, caregivers, and survivors provided virtually by a certified oncology nurse. From connecting patients to resources to virtual attendance at doctor visits, Navvisa certified oncology nurses are committed to patient advocacy and proper care for everyone.
