Cancer General Resources

Cancer General Resources

American Cancer Society (ACS)

American Cancer Society National Home Office
1599 Clifton Road
Atlanta, GA 30329
(800) ACS-2345 (800-227-2345)
www.cancer.org
ACS is an excellent resource for a wide range of issues, including information on the medical aspects of cancer, coping and family issues, making medical decisions, and much more. In addition to its superb Web site, ACS also publishes a variety books and pamphlets, facilitates support groups and lectures run by local ACS offices (you can search the Web site or call for program details), and is involved in advocacy and government policies issues. In some locations, ACS provides limited financial assistance to people in financial need undergoing treatment for cancer. Some information is available in Spanish.

American Society of Clinical Oncology

2318 Mill Road, Suite 800
Alexandria, VA 22314
(888) 282-2552
www.asco.org
www.cancer.net
The American Society of Clinical Oncology is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit and represents over 25,000 cancer professionals worldwide. A section of the Web site, called “Cancer.Net” provides information on cancer prevention and treatment, as well as other useful resources, such as podcasts, information on types of oncologists plus tips on how to select the best oncologist for you. The site also provides information about specific drugs, a medical dictionary, and issues related to coping.

Association of Oncology Social Work (AOSW)

100 North 20th Street, 4th Floor
Philadelphia, PA 19103
(215) 599-6093
(215) 545-8107 (fax)
info@aosw.org
www.aosw.org
“The Association of Oncology Social Work (AOSW) is a nonprofit, international organization dedicated to the enhancement of psychosocial services to people with cancer and their families” (Web site). The organization is primarily a professional organization for oncology social workers; the Web site does provide information and links to resources that may be helpful to patients and their families.

CancerCare, Inc.

275 7th Avenue
New York, NY 10001
(212) 712-8400 (administration)
(212) 712-8080 (services)
(800) 813-HOPE (800-813-4673)
www.cancercare.org
“CancerCare is a national nonprofit organization that provides free, professional support services for anyone affected by cancer” (Web site). You may find the reliable online information very helpful and may choose to investigate the online and telephone support groups and lectures, in addition to the many other resources and services this organization provides. Much information is provided in Spanish as well as English, and counseling locations are currently available throughout the NY/NJ/CT tri-state area.

Cancer Legal Resource Center

919 Albany Street
Los Angeles, CA 90019-0015
(213) 736-1455
(866) THE-CLRC (866-843-2572)
www.lls.edu/academics/candp/clrc.html
“The Cancer Legal Resource Center provides free and confidential information and resources on cancer-related legal issues to people with cancer, their families, friends, employers, healthcare professionals, and others coping with cancer” (Web site). The Center is a joint program of Loyola Law School in California and has a national toll-free telephone assistance line where callers can receive
information about relevant laws and resources in both English ad Spanish.

CancerWise™

The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center
1515 Holcombe Boulevard
Houston, TX 77030
(800) 392-1611 (USA)
(713) 792-6161
www.cancerwise.org
“CancerWise is a monthly electronic publication that contains information about the latest advancements in cancer treatment and research, support programs and activities, and cancer prevention tips, among other cancer news and information. CancerWise is produced by The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center” (Web site). Contains featured articles and a “cancer newsline.”

Catholic Charities

66 Canal Center Plaza, Suite 600
Alexandria, VA 22314
(703) 549-1390
(703) 549-1656 (fax)
www.catholiccharitiesusa.org
One of the nation’s largest social service networks, serving people of all religious, social, or economic backgrounds. Emergency assistance for basic needs— mortgage and rent, utilities, food—may be available through local chapters, which can be located through their Web site locator.

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

1600 Clifton Road
Atlanta, GA 30333
(800) 311-3435
(404) 639-3534
www.cdc.gov
www.cdc.gov/cancer (Cancer Prevention and Control Information)
The CDC’s mission is “to promote health and quality of life by preventing and controlling disease, injury, and disability” (Web site). You can search for information on a wide range of medical topics, including cancer-specific issues. Much information is also provided in Spanish.

Department of Veterans Affairs

Veterans Health Association
810 Vermont Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20420
(800) 827-1000 (local VA office)
(202) 273-5400 (Washington DC office)
www.va.gov
This site provides extensive information for veterans. It is a one-stop site for all concerns regarding veterans’ health benefits and services. Eligibility forms can be either downloaded or completed online.