The American Cancer Society offers a variety of support resources, such as local support programs to help you with transportation and lodging.
Stand Up To Cancer focuses on advancing the research into better treatments, while also creating strong partnerships with the following organizations. These organizations provide different services and support to the cancer community.
The American Cancer Society offers a variety of support resources, such as local support programs to help you with transportation and lodging.
Cancer.net provides information on a variety of topics such as navigating cancer and coping with cancer.
Cancercare provides free, professional support services including counseling, support groups, education and financial assistance.
Patient Advocate Foundation acts as a liason between the patient and their insurer, employer and/or creditors to assure access to care, maintenance of employment and preservation of financial stability.
Online forums are a place where cancer patients often gather. Just be aware that people don’t tend to seek online support when they are doing well, so you will be exposed to more negative than positive experiences. Remember that everyone’s journey is unique. Your doctor will be able to provide you with the best information about your own situation.
Contact your local cancer center to find out what kind of support services they offer for patients and loved ones.
Speak to an expert. Stand Up To Cancer is pleased to connect interested parties with Carebox, a free and confidential trial matching service that will help guide you through a search and referral process to find a clinical trial that may be right for you.
There are several ways to search and find a trial. You can fill out a questionnaire, call a toll free number to speak with a Carebox representative, or fill out a form and someone will be in touch with you.
Fill out a short online questionnaire to identify clinical trials near you that fit your specific diagnosis, stage and treatment history.
We can also update you when new studies open that match your profile.
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