The Patrick Dempsey Center for Cancer Hope & Healing provides these resources for informational purposes only and is not responsible for the information provided by the organizations listed. For medical questions, please consult your physician.
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The American Cancer Society resource center includes comprehensive information about all different types of cancer, including the latest treatment options. ACS offers a number of patient assistance and support programs.
1-800-464-3102 | www.cancer.org |
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Excellent source of information and support, including free counseling services by professional oncology social workers. CancerCare also administers several financial assistance programs, to help people living with cancer with transportation, home care, and child care.
1-800-813-4673 | www.cancercare.org
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Provides information, support and hope regarding cancer and fertility through programs of awareness, education, financial assistance, research and support.
1-888-994-HOPE | www.fertilehope.org |
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Eleven year old Jon Wagner-Holtz established kids Konnected in 1993 after his mother was diagnosed with breast cancer. Kids Konnected was developed on the premise that when a parent gets cancer, the entire family is affected and the needs of the children must be addressed. Their programs started in California and soon spread nationwide.
1-800-899-2866 | www.kidskonnected.org |
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An excellent website, containing many topics and tools for cancer survivors, including a special section with survivor's stories. The Lance Armstrong Foundation believes that in the fight against cancer, unity is strength, knowledge is power, and attitude is everything. The information on their site will educate, inspire and empower!
www.livestrong.org |
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A national voluntary health agency whose mission is dedicated to finding a cure for leukemia and related cancers, and to improving the quality of life for people affected by leukemia. The site offers education, research, and patient services. LLSA has a financial assistance program for patients as well as a peer connection program.
1-800-955-4572 | www.leukemia-lymphoma.org |
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An excellent resource for up-to-date, accurate information about cancer, current treatment recommendations, clinical trials, and support services.
1-800-4-CANCER | www.cancer.gov
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Offers information on various complementary and alternative treatment, research and training, and links to resources for additional treatment.
www.nccam.nih.gov
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The National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship, the oldest survivor-led advocacy organization working on behalf of people with all types of cancer and their families, advocates for quality cancer care for all Americans.
1-888-650-9127 | www.canceradvocacy.org
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An organization dedicated to supporting and connecting young adults living with cancer. Their website and publications are informative, creative, and use a liberal dose of humor, designed to help survivors see the lighter side of cancer, while promoting hope and courage.
(512) 452-9016 | www.planetcancer.org
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The Wellness Community is an international non-profit organization dedicated to providing free support, education and hope to people with cancer and their loved ones. Their website includes on-line discussion boards and support groups, as well as medical and psychosocial information about many different types of cancer.
1-888-793-WELL | www.thewellnesscommunity.org
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