CancerCare

Founded in 1944, CancerCare® is the leading national organization providing free, professional support services and information to help people manage the emotional, practical and financial challenges of cancer. Our comprehensive services include counseling and support groups over the phone, online and in-person, educational workshops, publications and financial and co-payment assistance. All CancerCare services are provided by oncology social workers and world-leading cancer experts.

Latest from CancerCare

How One Nonprofit Aims to Lend a Helpful Paw to Help Patients With Cancer Care for Their Pets

September 20, 2022

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Pets may be like family to some individuals but caring for them during illnesses such as cancer may force some to make a difficult decision.

CancerCare® and the Patricia A. O’Callaghan Animal Care Foundation Announce $1 Million Grant from the Foundation to Help Cancer Patients and Their Pets Stay Together

September 14, 2022

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CancerCare®’s Caregiver Decision-Making Survey Results Reveal Gaps in Support For Caregivers

July 26, 2022

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Report Outlines Recommendations For Improving Caregiver Support

CancerCare® and Amie’s Place Foundation Announce Innovative Educational Resources to Help Cancer Patients and Their Pets Stay Safely Together

May 04, 2022

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CancerCare® Releases Employer Guide to Prescription Drug Benefit Design for Employees with Serious Illness

March 21, 2022

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Toolkit offers guidance on how employers can provide high quality, cost effective pharmacy benefits, while avoiding undue financial burden on employees.

Debbie's Dream Foundation: Curing Stomach Cancer Partners with CancerCare® to Launch A New Helpline for Those Affected by Stomach Cancer

April 26, 2021

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The service aims to address the emotional, practical, and information needs of patients, families, caregivers, and the bereaved.

Making Cents of Mesothelioma

December 13, 2020

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A new grant program offers financial assistance for patients with mesothelioma who must travel for cancer care.

CancerCare Celebrates 75 Years of Serving the Cancer Community

February 04, 2019

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Lung Cancer Advocacy Groups Play Important Role in Biomarker Testing

November 12, 2018

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Given their proximity to both patients and information, lung cancer advocacy groups are in a good position to help better educate patients and physicians about the benefits of biomarker testing.

When Clinical Trials Try Patients' Patience

November 01, 2018

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Treating people with cancer requires the coordination of complex care, and adding a clinical trial to the mix can pose more challenges.

CancerCare Introduces Meditation App

June 19, 2018

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Coping With Cervical Cancer and Reproductive Concerns

January 16, 2018

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January is Cervical Health Awareness Month. Learn how women with cervical cancer can manage potential fertility concerns.

Thinking of Getting a Second Opinion?

November 22, 2017

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Getting a second opinion after a cancer diagnosis is considered a routine, essential and necessary component of one’s health care plan, but many people are reluctant to seek one.

Caring for Yourself When Your Child Has Cancer

November 20, 2017

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Parents of children with cancer often put their own needs or feelings aside while caring for their child, but taking good care of yourself can actually help you be a better caregiver.

Coping with the Stress of Caregiving

November 16, 2017

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Feeling stressed and overwhelmed from caring for someone who has cancer is not a sign that you are failing as a caregiver. But since stress can affect your health, it is important to find ways to manage it.

Shining a Spotlight on Cancer Caregivers

November 15, 2017

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November is National Family Caregivers Month. CancerCare’s Caregiver Program Coordinator, Carly O'Brien, OSW-C, LCSW, shares her thoughts on why it’s important to have an awareness month dedicated to caregivers, and the importance of acknowledging the work that caregivers do.