Resources
1. American Cancer Society (ACS)
Offers a 24/7 Cancer Helpline, Hope Lodge free lodging, Road to Recovery transportation, wigs/post-surgical products (EverYou™), clinical trial navigation (ACS ACTS), and the ACS CARES™ personalized support app.
2. CancerCare
Provides telephone, online, and in-person counseling, support groups, educational resources, publications, and financial/copayment assistance.
3. Cancer Support Community (including Gilda’s Club)
Free professionally led support groups, education, healthy lifestyle programs, and wellness workshops at 200+ locations worldwide.
🔗 https://www.cancersupportcommunity.org
4. Imerman Angels
Free one-on-one peer mentoring, connecting patients and caregivers with someone who has been through the same experience.
🔗 https://www.imermanangels.org
5. Sharsheret (Specialized but valuable)
National nonprofit supporting Jewish women and families facing breast and ovarian cancer, including tailored education and financial help.
6. Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS)
Support, education, and advocacy for patients with blood cancers, plus funding for research and patient financial aid.
7. CancerCare’s Helping Hand
Online searchable database of financial and practical assistance resources nationwide, by zip code.
🔗 https://www.cancercare.org/helpinghand
8. CancerConnects
Offers peer mentoring, complementary therapies, and practical aid such as transportation and nutritional support.
🔗 https://www.cancerconnects.org
9. The Max Foundation
Provides cancer patients worldwide with access to treatment, emotional support, and emergency aid.
🔗 https://www.themaxfoundation.org
10. National LGBTQI+ Cancer Network (Specialized but inclusive)
Promotes LGBTQ+ cancer care equity, provides patient education, and connects to culturally competent providers.
11. National Cancer Institute (NCI)
Comprehensive cancer information, research updates, and a national support services directory.
12. Maine Cancer Foundation (Regional: Maine)
Funds cancer prevention, early detection, and access to care programs across Maine, supporting patients and local initiatives.
13. The Dempsey Center (Regional: Maine, with some virtual services)
Offers free cancer support services including counseling, nutrition guidance, integrative therapies, and support groups. Some services are accessible online.