Facing cancer with nutrition.

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Cancer Nutrition Services

Grocery Packages

Home delivery of produce, grains, proteins, liquid formula, and more, tailored to your needs and preferences through treatment and into recovery.

*For those living in Piscataquis, Penobscot, Hancock, or Washington County, grocery packages are provided to select participants as a part of the Nourishing Hope Trial.

Produce Prescription

Fruits and vegetables within partnering hospitals can be picked up before or after your appointment.

Pick Up Sites:

Northern Light Cancer Care:

Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, 12-3 p.m.

Northern Light Mayo Hospital:

Monday - Friday, Self-Serve.

Oncology Dietitian Counseling

One-on-one telephone counseling, managing treatment-related side effects, and supporting your strength, energy levels, and quality of life.

*For those living in Piscataquis, Penobscot, Hancock, or Washington County, dietitian counseling sessions are provided to select participants as a part of the Nourishing Hope Trial.

Understanding the role of nutrition and cancer.

Proper nutrition is essential during and after cancer treatment. Your preferences, needs, and appetite may change over time. Making the right choices can reduce side effects, increase your strength and energy levels, boost your immune system, and improve your recovery and healing.
An oncology dietitian is a specialized healthcare professional who provides nutritional support to individuals with cancer. They work with patients before, during, and after cancer treatment to address nutritional needs, manage side effects, and promote overall well-being.
Nutrition assistance, whether it be grocery packages and/or dietary counseling, should be sought early during cancer treatment, even before side effects become severe.
Seeking help is crucial when you experience weight loss/gain, difficulty eating or swallowing, a decline in energy levels, or are struggling with your financial and mental health.
Sessions with a dietitian are tailored to your needs and stage of care. Common topics covered with a dietitian could include:
- Supporting your immune system
- Cancer-related fatigue
- Food environment and eating patterns
- Survivorship topics
No, services provided through the Christine B. Foundation are no-cost to those facing cancer. Individual donors, volunteers, and grants cover 100% of the costs.
Contact CBF to learn more about available services.
Phone: (207) 573-9026 | Email: nutrition@chrisbfund.org
Or, visit our service sites: Northern Light Cancer Care: Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday, 12-3 p.m.
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Are you a provider? Complete the referral form, here.

Bringing nutrition into your cancer journey.

Contact CBF to learn more about these services.

Phone: (207) 573-9026 | Email: nutrition@chrisbfund.org

Main Lobby, Northern Light Cancer Care: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, 12-3 p.m.

Oncology Floor, Northern Light Mayo Hospital: Monday - Friday, Self-Serve.

Testimonials

"All these people that come alongside you to help support you and feed you emotionally even. The CBF to me is generosity and love in action."
Sarah, East Millinocket
“People with cancer often go through a situation where eating becomes a problem. I went from a stage one to stage four overnight. I wasn’t eating, all I was eating was protein drinks, I couldn’t handle food.”
Marty, Hancock County
“I’m a determined woman. I am not going to let this cancer take me. I’m very fortunate that I met CBF. You give me vegetables, fruit, meat, and milk. I'm going to fight it until the end.”
Ellie, Greenfield