Cancer Support for Patients and Caregivers

It’s always a good idea to hear from people who have had similar experiences to help you understand that you are not alone. You can find local resources with our Advocacy Connector, and some excellent information below to help you figure out what kind of support is available for you and your loved ones.

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    Author: Janssen Biotech, Inc.
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  • 3 Ways to Build a Cancer Support Network
    Author: Julie Revelant
    Your support network can do research, offer experienced advice, be a chemotherapy appointment buddy, or help with tasks that range from transportation to grocery shopping. They can also share experiences about treatments and possible side effects, offer advice on finances, and provide a safe haven when you need to vent.
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  • Finding Resources in Your Community
    Source: CancerCare
    A cancer diagnosis raises a wide range of challenges. Fortunately, there are resources to assist you. This fact sheet describes several kinds of services available to people with cancer and their loved ones, and how to find the help you may need.
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    Source: CancerCare
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  • Preparing for Your Doctor's Visit (CLL)
    Source: Cancer Support Community​
    Having conversations about chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) can be challenging. Review a discussion guide for CLL patients to help facilitate conversation with your healthcare team.
  • Preparing for Your Doctor's Visit (CLL)
    Source: Cancer Support Community​
    Having conversations about chronic lymphocytic leukemia (CLL) can be challenging. Review a discussion guide for CLL patients to help facilitate conversation with your healthcare team.
  • My Cancer Circle--Coordinate Meal & Care
    Source: CancerCare
    It can be overwhelming to be a caregiver for someone facing cancer. My Cancer Circle is a free service to coordinate volunteer activities, including meals, transportation, caregiver breaks and other tasks, in a private space.
  • My Cancer Circle--Coordinate Meal & Care
    Source: CancerCare
    It can be overwhelming to be a caregiver for someone facing cancer. My Cancer Circle is a free service to coordinate volunteer activities, including meals, transportation, caregiver breaks and other tasks, in a private space.
  • How My Support Group Saved My Life!
    Source: CLL Society
    Learn how following a dual path and finding meaning allows people with CLL to live in the present instead of in their diagnosis.
  • How My Support Group Saved My Life!
    Source: CLL Society
    Learn how following a dual path and finding meaning allows people with CLL to live in the present instead of in their diagnosis.
  • CLL Society Expert Access
    Source: CLL Society
    Access CLL experts care through this online second opinion consultation which matches patients with top US specialty providers.
  • CLL Society Expert Access
    Source: CLL Society
    Access CLL experts care through this online second opinion consultation which matches patients with top US specialty providers.
  • CLL Life Lessons
    Source: CLL Society
    Learn how Jennifer managed her CLL and came away with some important life lessons.
  • CLL Life Lessons
    Source: CLL Society
    Learn how Jennifer managed her CLL and came away with some important life lessons.
  • Blood Cancers Patient Support Group
    Source: CancerCare
    Led by an oncology social worker, the Online Blood Cancers Patient Support Group provides emotional and practical support as well as a safe place to connect with other survivors who understand what you are going through.
  • Blood Cancers Patient Support Group
    Source: CancerCare
    Led by an oncology social worker, the Online Blood Cancers Patient Support Group provides emotional and practical support as well as a safe place to connect with other survivors who understand what you are going through.
  • Medication Access and Affordability Options by State
    Source: Johnson & Johnson Heath Care Systems Inc.
    Use this helpful, state-specific tool to review medication access, affordability, reimbursement options, and other valuable resources available to patients with cancer.
  • Medication Access and Affordability Options by State
    Source: Johnson & Johnson Heath Care Systems Inc.
    Use this helpful, state-specific tool to review medication access, affordability, reimbursement options, and other valuable resources available to patients with cancer.
  • A Helping Hand: Updated Financial Edition
    Source: CancerCare
    A downloadable resource guide for people with cancer to help you understand your finances, find financial assistance, and connect with local advocacy groups.
  • A Helping Hand: Updated Financial Edition
    Source: CancerCare
    A downloadable resource guide for people with cancer to help you understand your finances, find financial assistance, and connect with local advocacy groups.
  • ‪Stories of Help and Hope
    Source: CancerCare
    Read inspiring personal accounts from people affected by cancer, and the ways they've found to cope.
  • ‪Stories of Help and Hope
    Source: CancerCare
    Read inspiring personal accounts from people affected by cancer, and the ways they've found to cope.
  • Register for Educational Workshops
    Source: CancerCare
    Leading experts in oncology provide up-to-date information in 1-hour educational cancer workshops over the telephone or online. These workshops cover a range of topics and are for people living with cancer, their families, caregivers, or healthcare professionals.
  • Register for Educational Workshops
    Source: CancerCare
    Leading experts in oncology provide up-to-date information in 1-hour educational cancer workshops over the telephone or online. These workshops cover a range of topics and are for people living with cancer, their families, caregivers, or healthcare professionals.

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