BREAST CANCER SUPPORT SERVICES​
ABCD: After Breast Cancer Diagnosis provides free, customized one-to-one emotional support for anyone impacted by breast cancer. Founded in 1999 by Melodie Wilson Oldenburg, ABCD matches individuals with trained volunteer Mentors who have a similar lived experience, offering compassionate support based on diagnosis, treatment, age, and lifestyle. With a fully virtual platform, ABCD supports people around the world and ensures that no one faces breast cancer alone.
Voice: 1-800-977-4121
Nonprofit that empowers and educates people with cancer to thrive in their workplace, by providing expert advice, interactive tools and educational events. Its free services include a comprehensive website and library of publications in English and Spanish; legal and insurance information; career coaching; resume review, and much more.
Email: CancerAndCareers@cew.org
Provides free counseling for cancer patients and their families, financial assistance, information and referrals, community and professional education, teleconference programs, and ongoing telephone and in-person support groups.
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Voice: 1-800-813-4673
Provides one-on-one support to cancer patients and their families undergoing cancer treatment from trained volunteers who have survived cancer themselves.
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Voice: 1-877-467-3638
Provides support, education, and hope through a global network to people affected by cancer.
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E-mail: Help@CancerSupportCommunity.org
Offers personal, protected websites that can be used during a health journey to share updates with family and friends.
Provide a safe and supportive care community consisting of multidisciplinary service providers, for people and their care-givers who are transitioning from active cancer treatment to everyday life.
Helps cancer patients improve their appearance during treatment, including free workshops across the country.
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Voice: 1-800-227-2345
Matches cancer patients with others who have had the exact same diagnosis for support.
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Voice: 1-800-345-6324
A membership based virtual wellness house for those living with Metastatic Breast Cancer and their loved ones.
Connects persons with cancer to home volunteers with same type of cancer. Provides free books about cancer.
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Voice: 1-800-433-0464
Twisted Pink is a non-profit organization headquartered in Louisville, KY with a mission to provide hope and connection to people living with metastatic breast cancer by funding bold breakthroughs in research and awareness of the disease. We offer support, research and hope to people of all stages of breast cancer through our monthly Lunch & Learn programs, our Box of Hope program and our annual advocacy scholarships.
Cancer Support & Community
Asian Women for Health is a peer-led, community-based network dedicated to advancing Asian women’s health and wellness through education, advocacy, and support as well as through their 8-week Achieving Whole Health online wellness program. The goal is for Asian women to be well informed, have access to care that is of great quality and culturally appropriate so they are inspired to live happy, healthy lives.
The Bright Spot Network provides young cancer survivors who are parents of small children with a safe space for individual and familial healing, recovery, and reconnection.
HIS Breast Cancer Awareness nonprofit organization was founded in honor of all men who are at risk of, diagnosed and surviving with the Disease of Breast Cancer and to those who have died because of it.
Our mission is to increase awareness and hence the early detection for all men and to help those who are at high risk due to genetics and other risk factors to gain access to regular screenings.
Email: HisBreastCancer@gmail.com
If you are a member of a federally recognized tribe, you may be eligible for health services within the Indian Health Service.
The Lobular Breast Cancer Alliance's (LBCA’) mission is to make all who are touched by ILC aware of its unique characteristics and the critical need for more ILC research; to be the go-to source for information on ILC studies, clinical trials and educational tools, and much more.
Our mission is to advocate for all men diagnosed with breast cancer to ensure they receive equal access to support and treatment; to serve as a source of support and resources for the men, their caregivers, and their families; to ensure that men are appropriately represented in research and clinical trials, and to recruit volunteer “ambassadors” to increase awareness of breast cancer in men on a global scale.
Men Against Breast Cancer
Offers educational materials, online videos, workshops, and one-on-one networking with other men whose loved one has breast cancer. Conducts National Male Caregivers Conference and regional training workshops.
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Voice: 1-866-547-6222
National Native American Cancer Survivors’ Support Network
An educational community-based research study created to help improve the quality of cancer care and the quality of life for all American Indian, Alaska Native, and First Nations cancer patients and their loved ones.
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Voice: 1-800-537-8295
The Lobular Breast Cancer Alliance's (LBCA’) mission is to make all who are touched by ILC aware of its unique characteristics and the critical need for more ILC research; to be the go-to source for information on ILC studies, clinical trials and educational tools, and much more.
Supporting young women and their families, of all Jewish backgrounds, facing breast cancer.
Supporting young women and their families, of all Jewish backgrounds, facing breast cancer.
Tigerlily Foundation’s mission is to educate, advocate for, empower, and support young women, before, during and after breast cancer. We envision a future where a breast cancer diagnosis doesn’t inspire fear, but ignites hope for a future. Through our programs, we seek to educate and empower women of all backgrounds, including those at heightened risk, those facing health disparities, and those with less access to care.
Provides information and support for young women with breast cancer.
Identity & Population-Specific Support
Offers air travel to treatment centers for cancer patients and their caregivers.
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877-621-7177
Offers financial assistance for child care during treatment.
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800-813-HOPE (800-813-4673)
Uses empty seats on corporate planes to help cancer patients reach treatment centers (Travel for caregivers is not covered).
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866-328-1313
Offers lodging for families during cancer treatment.
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800-ACS-2345 (800-227-2345)
Find an online directory of free and discounted lodging for cancer patients and their families.
Offers air travel to treatment centers for cancer patients and their caregivers.
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800-822-7972
Offers air travel to treatment centers for cancer patients and their caregivers.
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800-296-1217
Offers free or discounted air travel to treatment centers for cancer patients and their caregivers.
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800-296-1217
Offers local transportation to and from cancer treatments.
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800-ACS-2345 (800-227-2345)
Travel & Lodging Assistance
Offers financial assistance for child care during treatment.
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800-813-HOPE (800-813-4673)
5 million children are coping with a parent's cancer diagnosis. That’s 5 million children at risk of experiencing increased anxiety, emotional isolation, loss of social interest, and/or feelings of hopelessness. And that’s why, at Kesem, we are committed to creating a world where every child who has a parent with a cancer diagnosis or has lost a parent to cancer is never alone. We support these children through and beyond their parent’s cancer with free, fun-filled creative programs and a lasting community.
Pickles Group
Pickles help support children affected by their parents or guardians cancer. Pickles Group creates thriving communities of kids supporting kids through and beyond their parent’s cancer journeys. Pickles kids strengthen resilience, have fun with friends who get them, and heal along the way.
Provides meal planning service for caregivers, friends, and family.
Family, Child & Elder Support
General Guidance
A health care provider, such as your physician, nurse or social worker may have information on financial resources. Most hospitals and treatment centers have financial counselors. They can help you with the details of your insurance paperwork and give you an estimate of the cost of your treatment.
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Financial counselors can also help you work out a payment plan. If you are unable to pay, some places may be willing to reduce or waive some costs if you ask.
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Hospital discharge planners, patient service offices, nurse navigators and patient navigators may also have information on resources and advice about financial matters.
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Insurance Questions
For questions about your insurance policy, state insurance agencies and insurance companies can be helpful.
Learn more about insurance.
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No matter your income, you may qualify for financial aid from federal, state or local programs. A financial counselor at your hospital can help you learn about these programs.
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Many organizations offer financial assistance and help with travel, lodging and medical items, including prescription drugs. Some are listed below.
Information on insurance and other financial issues
Find information on choosing a health insurance plan and the Affordable Care Act.
Find insurance company ratings.
Find detailed information on Medicare and other health insurance programs for people over 50.
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888-OUR-AARP (888-687-2277)
Find information on financial topics.
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800-ACS-2345 (800-227-2345)
The HealthWell Foundation is a national non-profit organization that provides financial assistance to insured Americans who struggle to meet their out-of-pocket costs for medical treatments.
Find your state's insurance commissioner.
Find a directory of organizations that offer free legal help for people diagnosed with cancer and their families.
Find the booklets “Understanding Your Health Insurance” and "Your Employment Rights."
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877-NCCS-YES (877-622-7937)
Find local, state and national resources for people who have insurance but struggle to pay out-of-pocket costs of care.
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800-532-5274
Patient Advocate Foundation
Offers financial assistance information and legal and advocacy help if an insurance claim is denied.
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800-532-5274
Offers financial assistance for personal expenses including rent, utilities and food, and transportation to and from cancer treatments.
Offers legal and practical materials in English and Spanish to help understand and compare your insurance options, what to do when you lose your insurance and work, and appeal denials of coverage.
Financial, Legal & Insurance Help
Offers health insurance co-payment assistance for chemotherapy and targeted therapy drugs.
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866-55-COPAY (866-552-6729)
Offers financial assistance for prescription drug co-payments.
Offers financial assistance for genetic testing.
Offers low-cost and free prescription drug programs for people with limited income.
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888-4PPA-NOW (888-477-2669)
Offers financial assistance for genetic testing.
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888-4PPA-NOW (888-477-2669)
Find an online directory of prescription drug assistance programs.
Strings for a Cure
Offers financial assistance for prescription drugs co-payments.
Offers financial assistance for health insurance premiums.
Prescription & Treatment Cost Assistance
Asian Women for Health is a peer-led, community-based network dedicated to advancing Asian women’s health and wellness through education, advocacy, and support as well as through their 8-week Achieving Whole Health online wellness program. The goal is for Asian women to be well informed, have access to care that is of great quality and culturally appropriate so they are inspired to live happy, healthy lives.
The Bright Spot Network provides young cancer survivors who are parents of small children with a safe space for individual and familial healing, recovery, and reconnection
HIS Breast Cancer Awareness nonprofit organization was founded in honor of all men who are at risk of, diagnosed and surviving with the Disease of Breast Cancer and to those who have died because of it.
Our mission is to increase awareness and hence the early detection for all men and to help those who are at high risk due to genetics and other risk factors to gain access to regular screenings.
Email: HisBreastCancer@gmail.com
If you are a member of a federally recognized tribe, you may be eligible for health services within the Indian Health Service.
The Lobular Breast Cancer Alliance's (LBCA’) mission is to make all who are touched by ILC aware of its unique characteristics and the critical need for more ILC research; to be the go-to source for information on ILC studies, clinical trials and educational tools, and much more.
Our mission is to advocate for all men diagnosed with breast cancer to ensure they receive equal access to support and treatment; to serve as a source of support and resources for the men, their caregivers, and their families; to ensure that men are appropriately represented in research and clinical trials, and to recruit volunteer “ambassadors” to increase awareness of breast cancer in men on a global scale.
Men Against Breast Cancer
Offers educational materials, online videos, workshops, and one-on-one networking with other men whose loved one has breast cancer. Conducts National Male Caregivers Conference and regional training workshops.
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Voice: 1-866-547-6222
National Native American Cancer Survivors’ Support Network
An educational community-based research study created to help improve the quality of cancer care and the quality of life for all American Indian, Alaska Native, and First Nations cancer patients and their loved ones.
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Voice: 1-800-537-8295
The Lobular Breast Cancer Alliance's (LBCA’) mission is to make all who are touched by ILC aware of its unique characteristics and the critical need for more ILC research; to be the go-to source for information on ILC studies, clinical trials and educational tools, and much more.
PEN - Digitally Empowered
The program is a completely free, on demand, ten-module course that walks participants through the basics of technology as they learn how it can be effectively utilized to navigate their cancer journey.
Supporting young women and their families, of all Jewish backgrounds, facing breast cancer.
Discover information, inspiration and innovation for health equity in breast care.
More Life Magazine is a community-curated platform presented by The Missing Pink Breast Cancer Alliance. It is dedicated to sharing information, inspiration and innovation regarding efforts to advance health equity in breast care for communities of color.
Tigerlily Foundation’s mission is to educate, advocate for, empower, and support young women, before, during and after breast cancer. We envision a future where a breast cancer diagnosis doesn’t inspire fear, but ignites hope for a future. Through our programs, we seek to educate and empower women of all backgrounds, including those at heightened risk, those facing health disparities, and those with less access to care.
Provides information and support for young women with breast cancer.