Resource Center

May is Skin Cancer Awareness Month. Learn about the different types of skin cancer and find resources to help you care for your skin after treatment.

May is Brain Tumor Awareness Month. Find support for brain tumor survivors.

Bladder cancer occurs when malignant (cancer) cells form in the tissues of the bladder. Get resources for bladder cancer survivors.

Esophageal cancer happens when cells in the esophagus, the organ that carries food from the throat to the stomach, grow uncontrollably. Find resources for support during and after esophageal cancer.

Head and neck cancer is not a specific cancer diagnosis, rather a category encompassing the many cancers that start in the head and neck region. Find survivorship resources for head and neck cancers.

Testicular cancer most frequently occurs when a tumor forms in the germ cells of the testicles. Get resources for testicular cancer survivors.

Understand who is most commonly diagnosed with kidney cancer and get support for survivorship.

Get an overview of colorectal cancer and find helpful resources to support survivorship.

January is Cervical Cancer Awareness Month. Learn about this cancer type and find helpful resources for patients and survivors.

Serving our country comes with great sacrifice, but if you or your loved one has been diagnosed with cancer we don’t believe you need to sacrifice your quality of life.

When you are facing a serious illness, you need relief from pain and from other symptoms such as fatigue, nausea, loss of appetite and shortness of breath and relief from stress. You also need to better understand your condition, choices for care and how you can improve your ability to tolerate medical treatments. GetPalliativeCare.org can help you feel supported and have more control over your pain care. They offer a Palliative Care Directory of Hospitals and a description of what palliative care is and how it is different from hospice.

Fill out the Livestrong Cancer Resource Request Form and receive vetted resources relevant to your unique concerns. Through the support of our trusted partner We Are Here, we can help connect you with emotional support services, cancer mentorship matching, and organizations that can assist with financial, employment, and insurance issues.

A comprehensive guide to nutrition and physical activity for cancer survivors. It includes recipes, explains nutrition guidelines, and offers strategies for making healthy lifestyle changes.

First Descents provides week-long outdoor adventure camps for young adults with cancer (18-39). Programs are all about having fun, getting outside and pushing your limits through kayaking, rock climbing and other outdoor activities. To use the program finder tool- click on the type of excursion you’re interested in [Week-long, local tributaries, international retreats] and enter in your location to find a program near you. In order to register- click on the “Join Us” tab and fill out the listed information to start your application. The only eligibility requirements are age and a cancer or MS diagnoses.

Faces of Courage provides different programs for teens and adults diagnosed with cancer. The different programs include day-long adventures and overnight camps. There are specific camps for women of color and teenagers. Each camp has different eligibility requirements that may be viewed in the respective camp description.

Insure Kids Now offers information on how children and teens qualify for low-cost health and dental coverage through Medicaid and the Children’s Health Insurance Program.

The International Council on Infertility Information offers information on fertility preservation as well as a scholarship opportunity for In Vitro Fertilization coverage. The organization also helps locate local fertility services. To be eligible one applicant must have an infertility diagnosis, express financial need and be a US citizen.

Meals on Wheels America provides free meals and other services (dog walking, safety checks, etc.) to elderly and disabled persons around the country. To be eligible for services you must be: Primarily homebound, Unable to easily prepare nutritious meals, Without consistent daytime assistance from another person, Able to accept meals during the delivery time frame. To find your local meals on wheels program click on the “Find Meals” tab and follow the application steps for the most accessible program near you. Local programs may vary in the services they provide. Some offer care calls, transportation to medical appointments or grocery shopping services.

The Parenting at a Challenging Time (PACT) Program provides guidance and recommendations through correspondence for those who are parenting while living with a serious illness. Parenting well is always challenging, but it is even more complicated when dealing with potentially taxing physical and emotional symptoms, as well as the demands of medical treatment. PACT provides you with knowledge and practical tips to guide you in helping the children you love stay on track and feel secure.

Provides free meals to patients living with cancer, regardless of financial need. Individuals are eligible if they are currently receiving treatment or recently concluded treatment. This service is only available in certain cities in NJ/NY, MA/NH, NC, and CT. Input your zip code to check eligibility.