11 Make plans Talk to your cancer care team about the things that worry you. Learn as much as you can about the cancer, your treatment plan, and how you might feel during treatment. You might meet with a dietitian to assess and monitor your diet and nutritional status before, during, and after treatment. Planning how you’ll cope with possible side effects can make you feel more in control and ready for changes if they come. Here are some tips to help you prep your kitchen before treatment begins: • Stock your pantry and freezer with your favorite foods so you won’t need to shop as often. - Include foods you know you can eat even when you’re sick. - If you need help with food costs, some government programs may be able to help. Examples of these programs include Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and Meals on Wheels. To ask about SNAP by phone, call your state or local health department or social services department, or call 1-800-221-5689 to get the local number. Call 1- 888-998-6325 or visit the Meals on Wheels website at mealsonwheelsamerica.org for more information about their program. • Cook in advance, and freeze foods in meal-sized portions. • Talk to your friends or family members about ways they can help with shopping and cooking, or ask a friend or family member to take over those jobs for you. Be sure to tell them if there are certain foods or spices you might have trouble eating.
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