RESOURCES AND LINKS for patients and families
The following information about these resources has been provided to AOSW by CancerCare and their 'Helping Hand' resource book. We are grateful for their assistance.
GENERAL CANCER ORGANIZATIONS
American Cancer Society
800-ACS-2345
Focuses on cancer research, education and advocacy: also provides patient and family services, which vary by locality. Signature patient programs offered nationwide include: teaching women undergoing cancer treatment how to use make-up to camouflage appearance-related side effects; a peer support program that connects breast cancer survivors with women who are newly diagnosed with the disease; and a peer support and educational program for men dealing with prostate cancer.
CancerCare
800-813-HOPE
National nonprofit organization that provides free professional support services to anyone affected by cancer: people with cancer, caregivers, children, loved ones and the bereaved. Programs - including counseling, education, financial assistance and practical help - are provided by trained oncology social workers and are completely free of charge.
Lance Armstrong Foundation
The Lance Armstrong Foundation helps survivors face the challenges and changes that come with cancer. We help you understand what to expect from the cancer experiences and help you know the right questions to ask, and we provide support along the way. Visit www.LIVESTRONG.org/CancerSupport for educational resources and one-on-one support.
National Cancer Institute (NCI)
800-4CANCER
Information specialists from the National Cancer Institute (NCI) can answer questions about cancer, help with quitting smoking, provide informational materials, and help using the NCI website. The NCI website provides comprehensive information on cancer prevention, diagnosis, treatment, statistics, research, clinical trials and news. Click here to view fact sheets addressing many different topics. Click here to view a specific fact sheet that outlines cancer-specific supportive organizations.
CAREGIVER RESOURCES
Caregiver Resource Directory
This is a practical guide intended to help family caregivers feel less alone and overwhelmed. It offers resources, facts, and advice about caring for a loved one, as well as the caregiver. This resource guide can be downloaded.
National Alliance for Caregiving
Is dedicated to providing support to family caregivers and the professionals who help them and to increasing public awareness of issues facing family caregivers.
National Family Caregivers Association
800-896-3650
Educates, supports, empowers and speaks up for the more than 50 million Americans who care for loved ones with a chronic illness or disability or the frailties of old age.
Wellness Community
(888) 793-WELL
Dedicated to providing emotional support, education and hope for people affected by cancer. Through professionally-led support groups, educational workshops and mind/body programs based on peer-reviewed, evidence-based research and utilizing the Patient Active Concept, people affected by cancer can learn vital skills to regain control, reduce feelings of isolation, and restore hope, regardless of the stage of disease.
CHILDREN’S RESOURCES
National Children’s Cancer Society
800-5-FAMILY
The National Children's Cancer Society provides direct financial assistance for medical and non-medical expenses related to treatment for children with cancer, including: bone marrow transplantation, cancer treatments, meals during treatment, health insurance premiums, lodging, pharmaceuticals and transportation.
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