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Usually the first group people contact for cancer help. Lots of clinical information but I have not found them to be very helpful in the way of practical support. For such a large organization that gets more funds then anyone, they don't offer much of use to patients. Sorry, looks good on paper but not much else.
I practically lived here for the first 1.5 year of my diagnosis. Top-rate programs and support available to patients, their friends and family, totally free of charge. Focuses entirely on offering social/psycho support, a few programs have clinical guests speakers.
More clincal support, good to start off when searching for information on clinical trials.
Another large organization offering support. Less clinical themed, some patient short stories available may help newlsy diagnosed. Very professional based but lacks a feeling of personal touch.
A small group run by a devoted woman who lost her son when he was 10 years old. I've had personal experience with them, really great group that does wonderful things like puts together a yearly prom for teens with cancer. This is the kind of group that most other's should be modeled after.
A large shrine devoted to cancer patients, named after Saint Peregrine, the patron saint of cancer. Open daily to anyone of any faith. Centered around Catholic devotion but most anyone will enjoy the peace and comfort that permeates from the inside and the outside of this beautiful place. An active cancer ministry (which I currently coordinate) offers free prayer packets and named petitions by the many shrine adoration participants and visitors. Personalized cards are mailed to the patient showing the names of individuals who have specifically prayed for them by name, to the Blessed Sacrament, in the shrine. www.cancershrine.org
Lots of clinical information on lung diseases such as lung cancer, COPD, asthma and influenza.
Mesothelioma is diagnosed to over 3,000 people each year and it is considered one of the most deadliest forms of cancer in the world. The mesothelioma symptoms site covers an extensive range of topics from the different types of mesothelioma, to the various methods of treatment.
Pleural mesothelioma is by far the most prevalent form of mesothelioma. According to the American Cancer Society, three-quarters of all cases are pleural. Pleuralmesothelioma.com offers the most comprehensive and current information on asbestos exposure and mesothelioma.
Main line is to provide products free of charge to cancer patients, but mostly only offers tolietry items that are easy to come by in any household.
A largely funded organization that acutally does what they say they do. Will go to great lengths to make a terminally ill child's dream come true.
An adult version of Make-a-Wish Fondation.
Helps qualified people with gas expenses including trips to medical appointments.
Breast Cancer Resources
Provides extensive clinical informaiton on breast cancer and related treatments.
Helps women deal with issues associated with breast cancer, including lots of information on advanced breast cancer.
Another breast cancer site that focuses on providing emotional support, includes a hot-line number.
Offers more emotional support, based on Bernie Segal's famous book "Love, Medicine & Miracles. "Fun" themed website, but lots of product pushing.
Lots of support from other women who have advanced disease. Informative but sometimes can take on a doom & gloom tone which can be hard to look beyond.
Nothing new on this website, just another large organization trying to sound helpful for their board of directors and donors.
Arizona Resources
A one-time grant to mothers (with cancer) of at least one dependant child to help with living expenses including rent, groceries, bills, gas and medical costs.
Helps single mothers with cancer while in active treatment. Offers $300 a month for bills, medical, transportation and household costs, on a reoccuring basis.
Another model group, everyone loves them in everyway. Almost 2000 volunteers work with staff to make this one of the most successfully run non-profits in the country. Now offers services to those needing chronic care as well, hospice designation is not necessary. Serves anyone regardless of income or ability to pay, including the homeless community. (FYI, I am 3 year volunteer, which is on the low end since many volunteers have been there for over 7 years).
A small group run by a devoted woman who lost her son when he was 10 years old. I've had personal contact with them, really great group that does wonderful many things like puts together a yearly prom for teens with cancer.
A large shrine devoted to cancer patients, named after Saint Peregrine, the patron saint of cancer. Open daily to anyone of any faith. Centered around Catholic devotion but most anyone will enjoy the peace and comfort that permeates from the inside and the outside of this beautiful place. An active cancer ministry (which I currently coordinate) offers free prayer packets and named petitions by the many shrine adoration participants and visitors. Personalized cards are mailed to the patient showing the names of individuals who have specifically prayed for them by name, to the Blessed Sacrament, in the shrine. www.cancershrine.org
cancershrine.org
"The rock painting" by Hank Grebe
There are angels amoung us.
