Take a deep breath. Your personal support network is here for you. We have the compassion, experience, and resources needed to help you every step of the way — including advice and guidance, treatment decision-making options, emotional and social supports, help with insurance and transportation services, and financial assistance. Our message to you: you are not alone. We are here to help. No question is too big or too small. You can make it through this.
Your area cancer navigators are a team that offers you options to help you along your cancer journey. Learn more about the services we offer. Then reach out and get to know us as we get to know you.
Please note, some of the navigators featured in our videos may no longer be with the program listed. However, the services and support they describe remain hallmarks of these local cancer treatment centers.
Karmanos Cancer Institute at McLaren Flint
MINNIE CABINE, LMSW
Licensed Social Worker
SERVICES: Providing professional support to patients and families, addressing emotional and psychosocial needs and connecting them with community resources. Support groups and one-on-one consultations are available to patients and their families touched by cancer at Karmanos Cancer Institute-McLaren-Flint.
CONTACT: [email protected] or 810.342.1025
Hurley Medical Center
TANYA Y. JEFFERSON, MSA, MA, LLPC
Resource Counselor
SERVICES: Genesys Hurley Cancer Institute provides medical oncology and radiation oncology services. We provide counseling, nurse navigation and support services including advocacy, care coordination, education, applying for insurance, logistics and assistance with employment, and financial issues. We are dedicated to connecting our clients to community resources to help bridge the gaps that may exist during their time of treatment and recovery.
ADVICE: “There is always hope. Cancer is not a death sentence. There is treatment.”
CONTACT: [email protected] or 810.762.8122
Henry Ford Genesys Hospital
BRIAN CECIL, RN
Oncology Nurse Navigator
SERVICES: We assist patients with their cancer journey to help meet their specific needs. We can help with cancer treatment decision help, financial and insurance assistance, social support, and overall cancer journey guidance.
ADVICE: “You’re not alone. Our navigation team is here to help guide you throughout this challenging time.”
CONTACT: [email protected] or 810.606.9428
JOSHUA BEDELL, RN
Oncology Nurse Navigator
SERVICES: I specialize in working with Gastrointestinal / Colorectal cancer patients. We provide education, resources, and access to support groups.
ADVICE: “Remember that you are not alone! There are so many support groups and resources available to help you on your journey.”
CONTACT: [email protected] or 810.606.6312
Contact information is as of April, 2025. Other health professionals at these partner organizations are also available to assist you.