About the American Cancer Society
The American Cancer Society is here for you – before, during, and after a diagnosis of cancer. We help people by giving them up-to-date cancer information, programs, and referrals. Check your local phone book for an American Cancer Society office near you or call us anytime, day or night, at 1-800-227-2345 to learn more about these programs and what we can do to help you get well and stay well.
Cancer Survivors NetworkSM
The Cancer Survivors Network is a free online community created by and for people with cancer and their families. This online community is a welcoming, safe place for people to find hope and inspiration from others who have “been there.” Services include discussion boards, chat rooms, and personal Web space to tell your story, blog, post images, exchange private messages with members, and much more. Check it out at http://csn.cancer.org
Hope Lodge
The American Cancer Society Hope Lodge Network offers people with cancer and their families a free, temporary place to stay when their best hope for quality care is far from home. By not having to worry about where to stay or how to pay for lodging, Hope Lodge guests can focus on getting well. And Hope Lodge offers much more than just free lodging. It provides a nurturing, home-like environment where patients and caregivers can retreat to private rooms or connect with others who are going through similar experiences. The Society can tell you if there are other resources offering free or low-cost housing in cities where a Hope Lodge is not available.
I Can Cope®
This is a free educational program for adults with cancer and their families. Doctors, nurses, social workers, and other experts teach classes on different topics, such as cancer treatments, dealing with side effects, eating healthy, sharing concerns, finding resources, and more. I Can Cope classes are also offered online at http://cancer.org/onlineclasses.
Look Good…Feel Better®
Some cancer treatments can change the way you look. At a Look Good...Feel Better session, you can learn ways to help with side effects like hair loss and skin changes. There are also programs for men and teens. This free program is offered jointly by the American Cancer Society, the Personal Care Products Council Foundation, and the Professional Beauty Association | National Cosmetology Association. For more information, call 1-800-395-LOOK (1-800-395-5665) or your local American Cancer Society office.
Man To Man
Man To Man is a free prostate cancer education and support program for men newly diagnosed with prostate cancer, men currently in treatment, and for the growing number of survivors. Program offerings vary by location. Some programs offer regular group meetings or one-on-one calls with a prostate cancer survivor.
Reach To Recovery®
If you have breast cancer, you may want to talk to someone who knows what you’re feeling – someone who has been there. The American Cancer Society can help through our free Reach To Recovery program. We can match you with a volunteer who will talk with you about coping with your breast cancer diagnosis and treatment. Every volunteer is trained and is a breast cancer survivor. They know what it is like to hear the words “You have breast cancer.”
Road To Recovery
Every day, thousands of cancer patients need a ride to treatment, but some may not have a way to get there. If finding a ride is a problem for you, we may be able to help. Our Road To Recovery program provides free rides to and from treatment for people with 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 get the lifesaving treatments they need.
“tlc” magalog
The “tlc” magalog is the American Cancer Society’s catalog and magazine for women. It offers helpful products made for women fighting cancer. Products include wigs, hairpieces, breast forms, bras, hats, turbans, swimwear, and accessories. You can order by phone at 1-800-850-9445 or online at www.tlccatalog.org. All proceeds from product sales go back into the American Cancer Society’s programs and services for patients and survivors.
More information from your American Cancer Society
We have selected some related information that may also be helpful to you. These materials may be viewed on our Web site or ordered from our toll-free number 1-800-227-2345.
After Diagnosis: A Guide for Patients and Families (also available in Spanish)
Americans With Disabilities Act – Information for People Facing Cancer
Anxiety, Fear, and Depression Talking With Friends and Relatives About Your Cancer (also available in Spanish)
Caregiving: What it Takes to Be a Cancer CaregiverCaring for a Loved One With Cancer -- and Yourself
Caring For the Patient With Cancer At Home: A Guide for Patients and Families (also available in Spanish)
Children Diagnosed With Cancer: Dealing With Diagnosis
Health Insurance and Financial Assistance for the Cancer Patient
Helping Children When a Family Member Has Cancer: Dealing With Diagnosis
Sexuality for the Man With Cancer (also available in Spanish)
Sexuality for the Woman With Cancer (also available in Spanish)
Surgery (also available in Spanish)
Talking With Friends and Relatives About Your Cancer
Understanding Chemotherapy: A Guide for Patients and Families (also available in Spanish)
Understanding Radiation Therapy: A Guide for Patients and Families (also available in Spanish)
What it Takes to Be a Caregiver
What You Need to Know as a Cancer Caregiver
When Someone You Know Has Cancer
When Someone You Work With Has Cancer (also available in Spanish)
Books
The following books are available from the American Cancer Society. Call us at 1-800-227-2345 to ask about costs or to place your order.
American Cancer Society Complete Guide to Family Caregiving, Second Edition
Cancer in the Family
What Helped Me Get Through: Cancer Patients Share Wisdom and Hope
Couples Confronting Cancer
What to Eat During Cancer Treatment
Pain Control: Understanding and Managing Cancer Pain
National organizations and Web sites*
Along with the American Cancer Society, other sources of information and support include:
National Cancer Institute (NCI)
Toll-free number: 1-800-4-CANCER (1-800-422-6237)
Web site: www.cancer.gov
Offers current information about cancer and cancer treatment, living with cancer, children with cancer in the family, cancer research; help with quitting smoking, and more
CancerCare
Toll-free number: 1-800-813-4673
Web site: www.cancercare.org
Has phone counseling which can be one-on-one or professionally-led support groups; also offers online support groups led by oncology social workers for people with cancer and for others, including young adults, caregivers, and the bereaved
National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship (NCCS)
Toll-free number: 1-888-650-9127
Toll-free number: 1-877-NCCS-YES (1-877-622-7937) (for Cancer Survivor Toolbox orders)
Web site: www.canceradvocacy.org
Offers information on work, health insurance, and more for people with cancer. The Cancer Survival Toolbox is a free, self-learning audio program developed to help cancer survivors and caregivers develop the practical tools needed to deal with the diagnosis, treatment and challenges of cancer. Listen online or order CDs. Also available in Spanish and Chinese.
Patient Advocate Foundation
Toll-free number: 1-800-532-5274
Web site: www.patientadvocate.org
Helps mediate between the patient and insurer, employer, or creditors to resolve insurance, job, or debt problems related to their cancer. Helps people get access to care and keep job and financial stability.
Job Accommodation Network
Toll-free number: 1-800-526-7234
TTY: 1-877-781-9403
Web site: www.askjan.org
Offers information about asking for help (accommodations) to keep working when people have disabilities and limitations, and ideas on how to approach employers for accommodations
No matter who you are, we can help. Contact us anytime, day or night, for information and support. Call us at 1-800-227-2345 or visit www.cancer.org.
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