Navigating Cancer Treatment Decisions with Confidence

Making decisions about cancer treatment can feel overwhelming, whether facing a new diagnosis or managing recurrent disease. This session offers clear, supportive information to help individuals and families prepare for conversations with their care team and approach treatment decisions with greater confidence and clarity.

What to Expect:

• Understanding Your Care Options: Learn about factors that may influence your treatment decisions and how to approach them.
• Finding Reliable Information: Become more familiar with your diagnosis and available treatment options, including where to access trusted information.
• Building Your Support System: Identify people and services that can support you throughout your care journey.
• Preparing for Appointments: Learn how to prepare helpful questions so you can communicate your concerns and preferences effectively.
• Supporting Caregivers: Explore the important role caregivers play in treatment decision-making and how they can offer meaningful support.
• Focusing on What Matters Most: Reflect on your values and priorities when evaluating different treatment options.

About the Speaker

This session will be led by Lisa Malinowski Kamran (she/her), Registered Social Worker (MSW, RSW) and Membership and Outreach Coordinator at Gilda’s Toronto. Drawing on her experience in social work, mindfulness, and community-based health initiatives, she will share practical tools and guidance to support informed and compassionate decision-making during cancer care.

This program is presented by Toronto Public Library in collaboration with the West Toronto Ontario Health Team (OHT), a network of over 40 local health and social service providers working together to improve the health and well-being of communities in West Toronto.

Your Health Matters

This program is part of Toronto Public Library’s Your Health Matters initiative, which offers trusted health programs and resources to help people make informed decisions about their health. Learn more by exploring the Your Health Matters web page.

Reserve Your Spot Today!

This virtual event is free to join but registration is required. Please register on Eventbrite.

Once registered, you’ll receive an email with details on how to join the session.

We can’t wait to see you there!