Patient Resources

21st Century C.A.R.E. is a not-for-profit charitable foundation dedicated to cancer patients. The organization provides financial assistance, educational programs and screenings, support groups, and supports cancer research.

The mission of the American Brain Tumor Association is to advance the understanding and treatment of brain tumors with the goals of improving, extending and, ultimately, saving the lives of those impacted by a brain tumor diagnosis.

Educational information on all cancers.

“Look Good…Feel Better.” Cosmetics and workshop on making yourself up. Free. For women undergoing treatment. 800-ACS-2345

The American Cancer Society Road To Recovery program provides transportation to and from treatment for people with cancer who do not have a ride or are unable to drive themselves.

The Kids First program provides grants to help families in a variety of areas, but often includes rent or mortgage, auto or home repair, utility payments, grocery and fuel gift cards. 586-226-3146

Assistance in Healthcare helps patients undergoing cancer treatment in the Phoenix metro area. AIH provides money for emergency non-medical expenses such as rent, utilities, car payments and various other needs.

National organization providing counseling, support groups, education and financial assistance to cancer patients in need.

The Colon Cancer Alliance’s mission is to knock colon cancer out of the top three cancer killers. We are doing this by championing prevention, funding cutting-edge research and providing the highest quality patient support services.

To raise breast cancer awareness, increase breast health education, enhance the quality of life for breast cancer patients, as well as their families and friends, and generate funding for local breast health programs.

A Non-Profit 501(c)(3) Positive Appearance and Resource Center for Cancer Patients. Patients can receive free, private and confidential consultations with specially trained volunteers in a warm and inviting environment to help you improve your appearance and lift your spirits. Helen’s Room offers services and products for low-income, uninsured women. All cancer patients are welcome.

The Joe Andruzzi Foundation Financial Assistance Program provides grants up to $700 to cancer patients and their families battling cancer, allowing them to focus on treatment and recovery. 508-261-0630

The mission of Legal Services of Northern California is to provide quality legal services to empower the poor to identify and defeat the causes and effects of poverty within our community, efficiently utilizing all available resources.

The mission of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) is: Cure leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin's disease and myeloma, and improve the quality of life of patients and their families. LLS exists to find cures and ensure access to treatments for blood cancer patients. We are the voice for all blood cancer patients and we work to ensure access to treatments for all blood cancer patients.

Financial assistance, meals during treatment, phone cards, lodging during treatment, health insurance premiums, medical expenses not covered by insurance. Child must be diagnosed on or before his/her 18th birthday) 314-241-1600; 800-532-6459.

NCCS’ mission is to advocate for quality cancer care for all people touched by cancer.  Founded by and for cancer survivors, NCCS created the widely accepted definition of survivorship and defines someone as a cancer survivor from the time of diagnosis and for the balance of life.

Founded in 1999, the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network is a nationwide network of people dedicated to working together to advance research, support patients and create hope for those affected by pancreatic cancer. 877-272-6226

Partners for Breast Cancer Care, Inc. is a unique organization that is dedicated to serving our community's low-income women and men who desperately need our help. The organization funds breast screening, diagnostic testing and treatment for underserved Lee County women and men. Partners for Breast Cancer Care offers no-cost breast health care to low-income Lee County residents, many of whom have nowhere else to turn for assistance.

Not a legal service, but will advocate for patients whose insurance companies’ practices are questionable or help find insurance.

Pretty In Pink Foundation provides the financial assistance necessary to make survival a reality for breast cancer patients.

RABA's Complementary Paratransit transportation service provides origin-to-destination transportation for individuals who, because of a disability, are not able to utilize a regularly scheduled fixed route bus service.

Sense of Security California is a California 501c(3) non-profit corporation that provides non-medical financial assistance for California residents who are financially distressed due to being patients in treatment for breast, ovarian and other gynecologic cancers.

Susan G. Komen is an organization that addresses breast cancer on multiple fronts such as research, community health, global outreach and public policy initiatives in order to make the biggest impact against this disease. 

The Joy Bus is a Not for Profit organization whose sole purpose is to relieve the daily struggles of homebound cancer patients with a fresh Chef Inspired meal and a friendly face.

Since its founding in 1979, The Skin Cancer Foundation has set the standard for educating the public and the medical profession about skin cancer, its prevention by means of sun protection, the need for early detection, and prompt, effective treatment.

United Way. Their 2-1-1 telephone helpline provides information and referral with food, housing, employment, health care, counseling resources and more. 

The mission of Us TOO is to provide hope and improve the lives of those affected by prostate cancer through support, education and advocacy/awareness.