WVU Center of Excellence in Disabilities' Dr. Lesley Cottrell, Jennifer Tenney, and Jessi Wright discuss the needs and overall quality of life for cancer survivors experiencing a disability during or after treatment. Topics include when and how to ask for financial assistance and return to work; resources including new assistive technologies; tips for regaining your independence; as well as support and encouragement for getting your life back on track.

This podcast is for cancer patients, survivors, and their caregivers. Cancer Prevention and Control at the WVU Cancer Institute in collaboration with Mountains of Hope, the state’s cancer coalition, and the WV Bureau for Public Health produce the Living Beyond Cancer podcast series. Reach out to us at cpc@hsc.wvu.edu with questions or comments or join our Facebook support group at http://bit.ly/beyondcancer.