Other Helpful Organizations
AIM is pleased to share this comprehensive list of organizations and resources dedicated to helping cancer patients and their families. Some are organizations that offer financial and legal resources; others provide emotional support and connection; still others offer education and advocacy programs. There’s also a list of recommended books and cancer-themed magazines that may be of interest to you. Be sure to check with your local hospital or cancer center, which likely offers services and programs, too.
Read more about resources and organizations specifically for caregivers.
Financial Assistance
The American Cancer Society
Phone: (972) 608-7141
Website: https://www.cancer.org/treatment/support-programs-and-services.html
The American Cancer Society has many resources that help support people with cancer and their loved ones. And best of all, their help is free. They can also help you find other free or low-cost resources available in your area.
Andre Sobel River of Life Foundation
P.O. Box 69A,
West Hollywood, CA 90069
Toll-free: (310) 276-7111
Website: http://andreriveroflife.org
Social workers at affiliated children’s hospitals send Andre Sobel River of Life Foundation requests on behalf of single parent families in financial crisis. The requests range from essentials such as food, transportation, utilities, and medications not covered by insurance funds to protect family from eviction or foreclosure.
Cancer Financial Assistance Coalition (CFAC)
Website: cancerfac.org
CFAC is a coalition of organizations and cannot respond to individual requests for financial assistance. To
find out if financial help is available, please search the CFAC database.
CancerCare
275 Seventh Avenue
New York, NY 10001
Toll-free: (800) 813-4673
Website: https://www.cancercare.org/financial
CancerCare provides free, professional support services and information to help people manage the emotional, practical and financial challenges of cancer.
Family Reach
Website: www.familyreach.org
Family Reach is a national organization dedicated to eradicating the financial barriers that accompany a cancer diagnosis, a widespread issue known as Cancer-Related Financial Toxicity (CRFT).
Good Days
6900 N Dallas Pkwy,
Suite 200
Plano, TX 75024
Toll-free: (877) 968-7233
Phone: (972) 608-7141
Website: www.mygooddays.org
Good Days exists to improve the health and quality of life of patients battling chronic disease, cancer or other life-altering conditions who cannot afford the medications they so desperately need.
The HealthWell Foundation
P.O. Box 4133
Gaithersburg, MD 20878
Toll-free: 800-675-8416
Website: www.healthwellfoundation.org
The HealthWell Foundation® provides full or partial financial assistance to eligible individuals who cannot afford their insurance co-payments, premiums, deductibles for certain treatments, and other out-of-pocket health care expenses.
Medicare & Medicaid
7500 Security Blvd
Baltimore, MD 21244-1850
Toll-free: 800-MEDICARE (800-318-2596)
Website: www.healthcare.gov/medicaid-chip/
Website: www.medicare.gov
Medicare is a federal system of health insurance for people over 65 years of age, and Medicaid assists low-income individuals and certain younger people with disabilities.
National Patient Advocate Foundation (NPAF)
725 15th St, NW, 10th Floor
Washington, DC 20005
Phone: 202-347-8009
Website: www.npaf.org
NPAF provides professional case management services to individuals facing barriers to healthcare access for chronic and disabling disease, medical debt crisis and employment-related issues at no cost.
The Patient Access Network (PAN) Foundation
PO Box 30500
Bethesda, MD 20824
Toll-free: (866)316-7263
Website: https://panfoundation.org/
The Pan Foundation is an independent, national 501 (c)(3) organization dedicated to helping federally and commercially insured people living with life-threating, chronic and rare diseases with the out-of-pocket costs for their prescribed medications.
The Samfund
89 South Street, Suite 701
Boston, MA 02111
Phone: (617) 938-3484
Website: http://www.thesamfund.org/
The Samfund provides support for young adult cancer survivors in the United States as they recover from the financial impact of cancer treatment. Through direct financial assistance and free online support and education, The Samfund helps young adults move forward towards their personal, professional, and academic goals.
Hospice
Compassion & Choices
101 SW Madison Street, #8009
Portland, OR 97207
Toll-free: (800) 247-7421
Website: https://www.compassionandchoices.org/end-of-life-planning
Compassion & Choices is committed to empowering people to get the care they want during a serious illness or at the end of life. One way they do that is by helping people plan well and become good advocates for themselves and their loved ones.
HFA Hospice Foundation of America
1710 Rhode Island Ave, NW
Suite 400
Washington, DC 20036
Phone: 202- 457-5811
Toll-free: 800- 854-3402
Website: www.Hospicefoundation.org
Email: hfaoffice@hospicefoundation.org
National Association for Homecare & Hospice
228 Seventh Street, SE
Washington, DC 20003
Toll-free: (202) 547-7424
Website: https://agencylocator.nahc.org/
The National Association for Homecare & Hospice Home Care/Hospice Agency Locator contains the most comprehensive database of more than 33,000 home care and hospice agencies.
National Hospice Foundation
1731 King Street, Suite 200
Alexandria, Virginia 22314
Toll-free: 877-470-6472
Website: www.nationalhospicefoundation.org
Email: info@nationalhospicefoundation.org
The National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization (NHPCO)
1731 King Street
Alexandria, Virginia 22314
Phone: (703) 837-1500
Website: https://www.nhpco.org/patients-and-caregivers/
CaringInfo, a program of the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization, provides free resources to help people make decisions about end-of-life care and services before a crisis.
Lodging
Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation
111 Presidential Blvd., Suite 203
Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004
Toll-free: (866) 333-1213
Website: www.alexslemonade.org
The Alex’s Lemonade Stand Travel Fund offers assistance to families who face the need to travel for childhood cancer treatment at select medical institutions across the US. Transportation, lodging, and meal accommodations are available to eligible families who meet our criteria.
Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation
111 Presidential Blvd., Suite 203
Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004
Toll-free: (866) 333-1213
Website: www.alexslemonade.org
The Alex’s Lemonade Stand Travel Fund offers assistance to families who face the need to travel for childhood cancer treatment at select medical institutions across the US. Transportation, lodging, and meal accommodations are available to eligible families who meet our criteria.
Healthcare Hospitality Network, Inc.
P.O. Box 1439
Gresham, OR 97030
Toll-free: (800) 542-9730
Website: www.hhnetwork.org
The Healthcare Hospitality Network, Inc. (HHN) is a nationwide professional association of nearly 200 unique, nonprofit organizations that provide lodging and support services to patients, families and their loved ones who are receiving medical treatment far from their home communities. The mission of HHN is to support homes that help and heal to be more effective in their service to patients and families.
Hope Lodge –American Cancer Society
Toll-free: (800) 227-2345
Website: www.cancer.org/treatment/support-programs-and-services/patient-lodging/hope-lodge.html
Hope Lodge offers cancer patients and their caregivers a free, temporary place to stay when their best hope for effective treatment may be in another city. Currently, there are 31 Hope Lodge locations throughout the United States. Accommodations and eligibility requirements may vary by location.
Joe’s House
505 E 79th Street
New York, NY 10075
Toll-free: 877-563-7468
Website: www.joeshouse.org
Joe’s House website lists thousands of places to stay across the country near hospitals and treatments centers that offer a discount for traveling patients and their loved ones.
Ronald McDonald House Charities
110 North Carpenter Street
Chicago, IL 60607
Toll-free: (630) 623-7048
Website: https://www.rmhc.org/
If you want to find services on a local level or find information about a Ronald McDonald House, Ronald McDonald Family Room or Ronald McDonald Care Mobile in your area, please search for your local chapter by using their Chapter Search feature.
Cancer Magazines and Newsletters
Cancer and Careers’ mission is to empower and educate people with cancer to thrive in the workplace and the newsletter is just one of the many ways Cancer and Careers brings you the most relevant information and resources.
Cancer and Careers’ mission is to empower and educate people with cancer to thrive in the workplace and the newsletter is just one of the many ways Cancer and Careers brings you the most relevant information and resources.
A quarterly publication designed to empower patients and their families and supporters. Stories showcase patient’s perseverance and courage, as well as the latest research in treatment.
Cancer Health empowers people living with cancer to actively manage and advocate for their care and improve their overall health. Launched in 2017, the website provides accessible information about treatment and quality of life for people with cancer and their loved ones, as well as information about cancer prevention and health policy for a general readership.
The Cancer Support Community is continually working on new research in various topics areas that are important to people impacted by cancer. Many of these publications and presentations have been presented at prominent cancer focused conferences and meetings, including the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) annual meeting and the National Comprehensive Cancer Network Annual Conference.
Published quarterly by the American Association for Cancer Research, Cancer Today is the authoritative resource for cancer patients, survivors, and their family members and friends.
A resource for patients with cancer, addressing issues that patients, their families, & caregivers face in an easy-to-read format.
CURE magazine is free for those on the cancer journey, and serves as an indispensable guide for patients and their families every stage of the cancer experience.
Offering both an eNewsletter and print newsletter to download, Healing Journeys aims to support healing, activate hope, and promote thriving.
Journal of Clinical Oncology (JCO)
The Journal of Clinical Oncology serves its readers as the single most credible, authoritative resource for disseminating significant clinical oncology research. Patients and caregivers now have access to articles for their own use. Once you browse the table of contents and find an article you would like to read, click on the PDF version and then click on the link titled patientAccess on the bottom of the screen. This will take you to the RightsLink website and you will need to follow the directions on the site. If you need assistance, please call the library at 732-235-9639.
NCI’s popular patient education publications
Download one or more of these booklets to your e-book device, smartphone, or tablet for handy reference, or open them as a PDF directly in the browser.
NIH MedlinePlus Magazine is a new quarterly guide for patients and their families. It brings the latest and most authoritative medical and healthcare information from the National Institutes of Health (NIH). Covers cancer and other health topics. Spanish version also available.
This e-newsletter from the Nutritional Science Research Group at the National Cancer Institute highlights emerging evidence linking diet to cancer prevention and showcases recent findings about who will likely benefit most from dietary change. Download current and back issues or subscribe to the monthly newsletter.
Clinical Trials
ClinicalTrials.Gov
The National Cancer Institute at the National institute of Health Bethesda, Maryland
1-800-4-Cancer
Website: www.clinicaltrials.gov
A registry and results database of federally and privately supported clinical trials conducted in the United States and around the world. ClinicalTrials.gov gives you information about a trial’s purpose, who may participate, locations, and phone numbers for more details.
Centerwatch
Website: https://www.centerwatch.com/
Founded in 1994, CenterWatch is a trusted source and global destination for clinical trials information for both professionals and patients.
NCI
Website: https://www.cancer.gov/about-cancer/treatment/clinical-trials/search
NCI-supported clinical trials are those sponsored or otherwise financially supported by NCI. See our guide, Steps to Find a Clinical Trial, to learn about options for finding trials not included in NCI’s collection.
TrialJectory
Website: https://www.trialjectory.com/
A free, patient-friendly platform that helps you find and apply for clinical trials that match your disease profile.
Hotlines and Forums
BLOCH Cancer Hotline
1-800-433-0464
Networks persons with cancer and home volunteers with same type of cancer. Free books about cancer.
Cancer Hope Network
1-877-467-3638 (Mon.-Fri., 9am-5:30pm EST)
Website: www.cancerhopenetwork.org
One-on-one support offered to cancer patients and their families undergoing cancer treatment from trained volunteers who have survived cancer themselves.
Cancer Information and Counseling Line
1-800-525-3777
(Mon.-Fri., 8:30am-5pm MST)
Provides current medical information and counseling for cancer issues.
Cancer Information Service
Sponsored by National Cancer Institute.
1-800-422-6237
Website: www.cancer.gov
Provides information about cancer and cancer-related resources to patients, the public and health professionals. Offers one-on-one smoking cessation counseling and literature. Free publications.
Cancer Research Institute
1-800-992-2623 (Mon.-Fri., 9am-5pm EST)
Website: www.cancerresearch.org
Provides general cancer resource information. Supports leading-edge research aimed at developing immunologic methods of preventing, treating and curing cancer.
Patient Advocate Foundation
1-800-532-5274 (Mon.-Thurs., 8am-8pm; Fri., 8:30am-7pm EST)
Website: www.patientadvocate.org
Provides education and legal counseling to cancer patients (relative to a diagnosis) concerning managed care, discrimination, insurance and financial issues.
Prescription Drug Assistance
National Conference of State Legislatures
State Pharmaceutical Assistance Programs
Website: http://www.ncsl.org
More than 30 states have programs that will give discounts on prescription drugs, often for free. Visit web site to learn more about the various programs state legislatures have developed.
Needy Meds, Inc.
P.O. Box 219
Gloucester, MA 01931
(800) 503-6897
Website: www.needymeds.org
This service provides information on drugs and offers applications (if available) for financial assistance, coupons for drugs, discount drug cards, free/low cost clinics and government program information.
Partnership for Prescription Assistance
1-888-4PPA-NOW (1-888-477-2669)
Website: www.pparx.org
This program helps uninsured and financially struggling patients get access to nearly 500 healthcare and prescription assistance programs that offer medicines for free or nearly free.
RxAssist
111 Brewster Street
Pawtucket, RI 02860
401-729-3284
Website: www.rxassist.org
Patient assistance programs run by pharmaceutical companies to provide free medications to people who cannot afford to buy their medicine. RxAssist offers a comprehensive database of these patient assistance programs, as well as practical tools, news, and articles.
RxHope
P.O. Box 42886
Cincinnati, OH 45242
1-877-267-0517
Website: www.RxHope.com
Advocate in making the patient assistance program journey easier and faster by supplying vital information and help.
Together Rx Access Card
One Outlet Lane
Bald Eagle Court
Lock Haven, PA 17745
(800) 444-4106
Website: http://www.togetherrxacces.com
Free prescription savings program for qualified enrollees, which provides savings on more than 300 FDA-approved prescription drugs.
Education and Advocacy
American Cancer Society
Website: https://www.cancer.org/about-us/local.html
Aside from what you may already know, ACS has more than 3400 local community chapters who provide support, financial assistance and counseling for anyone affected by cancer.
American Association for Cancer Research (AACR)
Website: www.aacr.org
The mission of the AACR is to prevent and cure cancer through research, education, and communication. Through its programs and services, the AACR fosters research in cancer and related biomedical science; accelerates the dissemination of new research findings among scientists and others dedicated to the conquest of cancer; promotes science education and training; and advances the understanding of cancer etiology, prevention, diagnosis, and treatment throughout the world.
The Annie Appleseed Project
7319 Serrano Terrace
Delray Beach, FL 33446-2215
Website: http://www.annieappleseedproject.org/
Provides information, education and advocacy about complementary, alternative and integrative cancer care for survivors, families and providers.
American Society of Clinical Oncologists (ASCO)
Website: www.cancer.net
The American Society of Clinical Oncologists is the world’s leading professional organization representing physicians who treat people with cancer. The website provides accurate, reliable and doctor approved cancer information from ASCO.
Cancer 101
222 Broadway, 19th Floor
NY, NY 10038
(646) 638-2202
Website: https://cancer101.org/
Cancer resources that empowers patients, survivors, caregivers through individualized organizational tools and resources.
Cancer Core Recovery Project, Inc.
Website: https://cancercorerecovery.org
The Cancer Core Recovery Project is an organization whose mission is to help individuals recovering from cancer overcome their body’s new limitations post surgery and treatment so they can live a better quality of life. The organization provides educational workout videos, instructional training manuals and develops exercise programs for cancer survivors to help rehabilitate their bodies after surgery.
Cancer Support Community
Website: https://www.cancersupportcommunity.org/
Professional support services for anyone affected by cancer with an emphasis on quality-of-life survivorship issues.
Cancer Warrior Alliance
Website: http://cwa.life/
The Cancer Warrior Alliance delivers cancer support resource information to the cancer community by building relationships with and providing resource information to clinics, hospitals and those affected by cancer, and informing and empowering everyone in the cancer community to obtain resources and attend support and information events.
Fuck Cancer
Website: https://www.letsfcancer.com/
Fuck Cancer is dedicated to prevention, early detection and providing emotional support and guidance to those affected by cancer. The organization runs digital and on-the-ground programs and events that seek to change the way people think and talk about cancer, ultimately improving health outcomes.
National Cancer Institute’s Cancer Information Service
Website: https://www.cancer.gov/
The NCI, a component of the National Institutes of Health, is the Nation’s principal agency for cancer research. Information specialists are available to help answer your cancer-related questions whether you are a patient, family member or friend, health care provider, or researcher. Our service is available in English and Spanish over the phone, by email, or through LiveHelp online chat (https://www.cancer.gov/contact)
National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship
Website: https://www.canceradvocacy.org/
Survivor-led advocacy organization working to increase access to improved quality care through legislative and public policy change, patient empowerment and educational outreach initiatives.
National Institutes of Health (NIH)
Website: www.nih.gov
The National Institutes of Health is one of the world’s foremost medical research centers and the Federal focal point for medical research in the United States. This site provides extensive consumer and professional information on a wide range of diseases and conditions, news and events, scientific resources, and grant and funding opportunities.
The National LGBT Cancer Network
136 West 16 St. #1E
New York, NY 10011
(212) 675-2633
Website: https://cancer-network.org
Addressing the needs of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender people with cancer and those at risk.
National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN)
Website: www.nccn.org/patientresources/patient-resources
NCCN is a not-for-profit alliance of the top U.S. academic cancer centers devoted to patient care, research, and education. Founded in 2010, NCCN Foundation is the philanthropic arm of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network® (NCCN®). NCCN Foundation is committed to advancing cancer care so all patients can live better lives.
The Prevent Cancer Foundation
1600 Duke Street, Suite 500
Alexandria, VA 22314
(800) 227-2732
Website: https://www.preventcancer.org/
The mission of the Prevent Cancer Foundation is to save lives across all populations through cancer prevention and early detection.
Cancer Research Institute
Website: www.cancerresearch.org
The Cancer Research Institute is a foundation dedicated to the development and application of immunological approaches to cancer and allied diseases. The site has both professional and public information services that may be of help in regard to melanoma.
Legal Assistance
Cancer Legal Resource Center
Disability Rights Legal Center
Website: www.disabilityrightslegalcenter.org
The Cancer Legal Resource Center (CLRC) is a national, joint program of the Disability Rights Legal Center and Loyola Law School of Los Angeles. The CLRC provides free information and resources on cancer-related legal issues to cancer survivors, caregivers, health care professionals, employers, and others coping with cancer.
LawHelp
Website: www.lawhelp.org
LawHelp helps people of low and moderate incomes find free legal aid programs in their communities, answers to questions about their legal rights and forms to help them with their legal problems.
National Cancer Legal Services Network (NCLSN)
Website: www.nclsn.org
The National Cancer Legal Services Network (NCLSN) promotes access to healthcare and seeks to increase the availability of legal services for people living with cancer, their families and caregivers. Through direct work, educational efforts and advocacy, this multidisciplinary coalition helps to alleviate the legal and economic consequences of cancer so that those affected may focus on their medical care and quality of life. The NCLSN supports the efforts of individuals and organizations focused on meeting the legal needs of the cancer-affected community. It augments the voice of disparate services, creates a forum for established and nascent legal advocacy groups, and facilitates the development of similar programs.
National Health Law Program (NHLP)
Website: https://healthlaw.org/about/contact-us/
Website: www.healthlaw.org
The National Health Law Program protects and advances the health rights of low income and underserved individuals. The oldest non-profit of its kind, NHLP advocates, educates and litigates at the federal and state level.
Patient Advocate Foundation
Website: www.patientadvocate.org
A national nonprofit organization that serves as an active liaison between patients and their insurers, employers, and/or creditors to resolve insurance, job discrimination, and/or debt crisis matters related to their diagnosis. It seeks to safeguard patients through effective mediation, assuring access to care, maintenance of employment, and preservation of financial stability.
Triage Cancer
Website: https://triagecancer.org/
Triage Cancer is a national, nonprofit organization that provides education on the practical and legal issues that may impact individuals diagnosed with cancer and their caregivers, through events, materials, and resources.
National Cancer Organizations
American Association for Cancer Research (AACR)
Website: www.aacr.org
The mission of the AACR is to prevent and cure cancer through research, education, and communication. Through its programs and services, the AACR fosters research in cancer and related biomedical science; accelerates the dissemination of new research findings among scientists and others dedicated to the conquest of cancer; promotes science education and training; and advances the understanding of cancer etiology, prevention, diagnosis, and treatment throughout the world.
American Cancer Society (ACS)
Website: www.cancer.org
A nationwide, community-based, voluntary health organization dedicated to fighting cancer through research, education, patient service, advocacy, and rehabilitation. This site provides in-depth information on every major cancer type, access to recent news articles, and additional on- and off-line resources. The site also includes a directory of medical resources, links to other cancer-related sites, resources for media representatives, and information on the Society’s research grants program, advocacy efforts, and special events.
American Society of Clinical Oncologists (ASCO)
Website: www.cancer.net
The American Society of Clinical Oncologists is the world’s leading professional organization representing physicians who treat people with cancer. This web site provides accurate, reliable and doctor approved cancer information from ASCO.
Cancer Research Institute
Website: www.cancerresearch.org
The Cancer Research Institute is a foundation dedicated to the development and application of immunological approaches to cancer and allied diseases. The site has both professional and public information services that may be of help in regard to melanoma.
CancerQuest
Website: www.cancerquest.org
This Web site, sponsored by Emory University, was designed to empower cancer patients, cancer survivors, students, health workers, and others with a better understanding of the disease process and current approaches to cancer detection, diagnosis, and treatment.
National Cancer Institute (NCI)
Website: www.cancer.gov
The National Cancer Institute site is a comprehensive consumer and professional resource on the cause, diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of cancer; rehabilitation from cancer; and the continuing care of cancer patients and their families. In addition, the National Cancer Institute provides information about grant and funding opportunities, plans for cancer research, and training programs for cancer investigators.
National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN)
Website: www.nccn.org/patientresources/patient-resources
NCCN is a not-for-profit alliance of the top U.S. academic cancer centers devoted to patient care, research, and education. Founded in 2010, NCCN Foundation is the philanthropic arm of the National Comprehensive Cancer Network® (NCCN®). NCCN Foundation is committed to advancing cancer care so all patients can live better lives.
National Institutes of Health (NIH)
Website: www.nih.gov
The National Institutes of Health is one of the world’s foremost medical research centers and the Federal focal point for medical research in the United States. This site provides extensive consumer and professional information on a wide range of diseases and conditions, news and events, scientific resources, and grant and funding opportunities.
Nutrition
American Cancer Society (ACS)
Learn about nutrition needs during treatment and how to manage treatment side effects that could affect how well you eat.
American Institute for Cancer Research
1560 Wilson Boulevard, Suite 1000
Arlington, VA 22209
(800) 843-8114
Website: http://www.aicr.org
The American Institute for Cancer Research helps patients and families understand the roles that lifestyle and nutrition can play in the prevention and treatment of cancer.
American Society of Clinical Oncologists (ASCO)
Website: www.cancer.net
The American Society of Clinical Oncologists is the world’s leading professional organization representing physicians who treat people with cancer. This web site provides accurate, reliable and doctor approved cancer information from ASCO.
Cook For Your Life
1100 Fairview Ave N Mailstop M4-A114
Seattle, WA 98109
Website: https://www.cookforyourlife.org/
Teaches healthy cooking to people touched by cancer. Website features hundreds of healthy recipes that can be searched based on treatment and /or dietary needs.
The ELLICSR Kitchen
585 University Avenue, Munk Building B PMB 130
Toronto, ON, Canada M5G 2C4
(416) 581-8620
Website: https://www.ellicsr.ca/
ellicsr@uhnresearch.ca
The ELLICSR Kitchen program is designed to support people touched by cancer by giving you the skills and information you need to manage your diet.
Magnolia Meals
Website: http://www.magnoliamealsathome.com/
Magnolia Meals at Home is a meal delivery program that aims to help patients by providing nourishing meals to households affected by cancer so loved ones can spend quality time together.
The program is currently available in and around Woodcliff Lake, NJ, Andover, MA, Raleigh-Durham, NC and New Haven, CT (as well as areas in New York, New Hampshire, and Boston, MA). Eligible participants will receive up to two months of home meal deliveries, each of which will include ten meals that are designed to help meet the nutritional needs of cancer patients and up to ten additional meals for their family members, if requested by the participant.
The Physicians Committee For Responsible Medicine
5100 Wisconsin Ave., NW, Suite 400
Washington, DC 20016-4131
(202) 686-2210
Website: https://www.pcrm.org/health-topics/cancer
The Physicians Committee is dedicated to saving and improving human and animal lives through plant-based diets and ethical and effective scientific research.
Pain Management
American Academy of Pain Management
Website: www.aapainmanage.org
The largest pain management organization in the nation and the only one that embraces an integrative model of care, which is patient-centered, focuses on the “whole” person, is informed by evidence, and brings together, all appropriate therapeutic approaches to reduce pain and achieve optimal health and healing. The Academy offers continuing education, publications, and advocacy.
American Chronic Pain Association
PO Box 850
Rocklin, CA 95677
(800) 533-3231
Website: https://theacpa.org
Since 1980, the ACPA has offered peer support and education in pain management skills to people with pain, family and friends, and health care professionals. The information and tools on our site can help you to better understand your pain and work more effectively with your health care team toward a higher quality of life.
Professional Organizations
American Academy of Dermatology (AAD)
Website: www.aad.org
The AAD is a professional organization that provides consumer and professional information on a wide variety of skin conditions and diseases including melanoma. 847.330.0230
Association of Community Cancer Centers (ACCC)
Website: www.accc-cancer.org
ACCC is an education and advocacy organization for the members of the cancer team. It promotes an entire continuum of quality cancer care for its patients and the community. For more than 30 years, ACCC has helped oncology professionals adapt to the complex challenges of program management, reimbursement restraints, hospital consolidation and mergers, and legislation and regulations. 301.984.9496
Association of Oncology Social Work (AOSW)
Website: www.aosw.org
AOSW is an international nonprofit organization dedicated to the enhancement of psychosocial services to people with cancer and their families. 215.599.6093
American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO)
Website: www.asco.org
ASCO is a nonprofit organization whose Web site is a cancer resource for oncology professionals and consumers, providing the latest news in cancer research, a searchable listing of ASCO oncologists, and professional resources for ASCO members. 703.299.015
Oncology Nursing Society (ONS)
Website: www.ons.org
A national organization of registered nurses and other health care professionals dedicated to excellence in patient care, teaching, research, administration, and education in the field of oncology. The site provides cancer information for ONS members, other health care providers, as well as the general public. 866.257.4ONS
Transportation
Air Care Alliance
Website: www.aircareall.org
mail@aircarealliance.org
A nationwide league of humanitarian flying organizations whose volunteer pilots are dedicated to community service.
Air Charity Network (ACN)
(877) 621-7177
Website: aircharitynetwork.org
ACN provides access for people in need seeking free air transportation to specialized health care facilities or distant destinations due to family, community, or national crisis.
Air Flight Central (AFC)
Website: www.angelflightcentral.org
Angel Flight Central (AFC) is a volunteer non-profit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to removing the burdens of arranging long-distance transportation at times of personal and community crisis.
Alex’s Lemonade Stand Foundation for Childhood Cancer
111 Presidential Blvd., Suite 203
Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004
(866) 333.1213
Website: www.alexslemonade.org
The Alex’s Lemonade Stand Travel Fund offers assistance to families who face the need to travel for childhood cancer treatment at select medical institutions across the US. Transportation, lodging, and meal accommodations are available to eligible families who meet our criteria.
Angel Wheels to Healing
800‑768‑0238
Website: angelwheels.org
Angel Wheels™ is a non-profit charity, dedicated to providing non-emergency, long-distance ground transportation to financially disadvantaged, ambulatory patients who are traveling for treatment. A typical trip supported by Angel Wheels does not exceed 300 miles (one-way), and we do not normally handle trips within a local area or community. Exceptions are made on a case-by-case
Corporate Angel Network
Westchester County Airport
One Loop Road
White Plains, NY 10604-1215
(914) 328-1313
Website: http://www.corpangelnetwork.org/
info@corpangelnetwork.org
Corporate Angel Network is the only charitable organization whose sole mission is to transport cancer patients to the hospital at which they need to be in order to receive a specialized form of treatment. Simply put, we pair empty seats – on both private and corporate planes – with qualified patients who need the rides… at no cost.
Free Gas USA, Inc.
Website: www.freegasusa.org
Free Gas USA, Inc. is a nonprofit gasoline grant assistance provider to poverty-stricken individuals in need of gasoline to drive to medical appointments.
Lifeline Pilots
(800) 822-7972
Website: www.lifelinepilots.org
LifeLine Pilots facilitatea free air transportation through volunteer pilots for financially distressed passengers with medical and humanitarian needs. Missions are typically facilitated in the following states: Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, Tennessee, and Wisconsin. When your departure or destination is beyond our Service Area, we partner with other volunteer pilot organizations like us in an attempt to serve you better.
National Patient Travel Center (NPTC)
(800) 296-1217
Website: www.patienttravel.org
The NPTC exists to facilitate patient access to appropriate charitable medical air transportation resources in the United States. The NPTC also develops, administers, and consolidates airline patient ticket programs and operates various Special-Lift and Child-Lift programs on behalf of special disease organizations and/or clinical research centers in the United States.
The Road to Recovery Program (ACS)
Website: https://www.cancer.org/treatment/support-programs-and-services/road-to-recovery.html
The Road to Recovery program provides transportation to and from treatment for people who have cancer who do not have a ride or are unable to drive themselves. Volunteer drivers donate their time and the use of their cars so that patients can receive the life-saving treatments they need. The ACS also makes limited financial assistance available in the form of gas cards for patients to help defray the cost of transportation to and from cancer related medical appointments.
Vacations & Wish Granting
Dream Foundation
1528 Chapala Street, Suite 304
Santa Barbara, CA 93101
(888) 4DREAMS
(888) 437-3267
Website: www.dreamfoundation.org
Dream Foundation serves terminally-ill adults and their families by providing end-of-life Dreams that offer inspiration, comfort, and closure.
For Pete’s Sake
620 West Germantown Pike, Suite 250
Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462
(267) 708-0510
Website: takeabreakfromcancer.org
For Pete’s Sake Cancer Respite Foundation (formerly Crossing the Finish Line) is a non-profit organization that assists adult cancer patients, their caregivers and loved ones
Kesem
Website: www.kesem.org
253-736-3821
Camp Kesem is a free, week-long overnight summer camp experience designed for children ages 6 to 18 who are impacted by a parent’s cancer.
Waves of Grace
Website: www.waves-of-grace.org
rest@waves-of-grace.org
Waves of Grace provides beach vacations for cancer patients and their families.
Young Adults With Cancer Resources
Dear Jack Foundation
3858 Walnut St. Suite #120
Denver, CO 80205
Website: https://www.dearjackfoundation.org/
Through programs and strategic partnerships, the Dear Jack Foundation addresses the physical and emotional needs of AYA cancer patients and survivors. One-on-one patient outreach and peer-to-peer group wellness programs empower patients and survivors in their healing and provide assurance that they are not alone in their cancer journey.
Elephants and Tea
Website: https://www.elephantsandtea.com/
Elephants and Tea is a media company with the mission to help adolescent and young adult (AYA) patients, survivors and caregivers experience relief through self-expression, inspiring others during their cancer journey and connecting people with supportive organizations across the nation. It has the only magazine written for and by AYA cancer patients, survivors and caregivers telling their story in their own words.
First Descents
3001 Brighton Blvd Suite 623
Denver, CO 80216
(303) 945-2490
Website: www.firstdescents.org
First Descents offers young adults living with and surviving cancer a free outdoor adventure experience designed to empower them to climb, paddle and surf beyond their diagnosis, defy their cancer, reclaim their lives and connect with others doing the same.
Fuck Cancer
Website: https://www.letsfcancer.com/
Fuck Cancer is a 501 (c) 3 nonprofit in the United States and a registered Canadian charity dedicated to prevention, early detection and providing emotional support and guidance to those affected by cancer. We run digital and on-the-ground programs and events that seek to change the way people think and talk about cancer, ultimately improving health outcomes.
Hope Lab
100 California Street, Suite 1150
San Francisco, CA 94111
Website: https://hopelab.org/
Combines rigorous research with innovative solutions to improve the health and quality of life of young people with chronic illness.
Lacuna Loft
2323 Broadway
Oakland, CA 94612
Website: https://lacunaloft.org/
Lacuna Loft is a nonprofit organization providing online support programs to young adult cancer patients, survivors, and caregivers. The only organization offering diverse online programs regardless of diagnosis and regardless of where they live, Lacuna Loft is changing the way that age-appropriate support is provided to young adults facing cancer.
Stupid Cancer
Website: https://stupidcancer.org/
Its mission is to end isolation and improve quality of life for young adults affected by cancer through serving as a global community, educating providers, advocating on behalf of young adult survivors, and gaining a better understanding of the needs of young adult survivors.
Team Maggie
Northwestern University
303 E Superior Street, Suite 10-121
Chicago, IL, 60611
Website: https://www.savemyfertility.org/
Team Maggie’s purpose is to provide financial assistance to young women and men for the purpose of preserving eggs and sperm. They provide Fertility Assistance Grants up to $2,500 to assist residents in the US currently facing cancer treatments with fertility preservation expenses including, but not limited to, egg retrieval, and up to 1 year of storage fees.
The Ulman Foundation
1215 East Fort Avenue, Suite 104
Baltimore, MD 21230
Website: www.ulmanfund.org
Supporting, educating and connecting young adults affected by cancer through on-line resources, college scholarships, advocacy and awareness.
The Young Adult Cancer Alliance
Website: www.criticalmass.org/a>
The Young Adult Cancer Alliance is a community-powered advocacy organization on a mission to ensure adolescents and young adults have no barriers to survive and thrive after a cancer diagnosis.