Support for Women with Cervical Cancer

January 25, 2013

CancerCare provides free support services for women coping with cervical cancer, including counseling from professional oncology social workers and financial assistance.

Beginning February 4, CancerCare will also offer an online support group for women diagnosed with gynecologic and/or reproductive cancer who are currently receiving treatment. The group will be led by a professional oncology social worker.

“A diagnosis of cervical cancer can leave women feeling uncertain and alone,” says CancerCare women’s cancers program coordinator Allison Nilsen, LMSW. “Joining a support group can be a wonderful way to connect with others in a similar situation, where members can share feelings, ideas and information in a supportive environment.” 

Registration is required to join this support group. After joining this password-protected group, members can read and post messages 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Register for this support group.

Visit CancerCare’s cervical cancer resources page to learn more about our services for women with cervical cancer.

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Do You Have a Question About Caregiving? Ask CancerCare.

January 15, 2013

Caregivers of people with cancer face many challenges, and may have questions about how to provide emotional and practical support to their loved one.

CancerCare’s professional oncology social workers will answer your questions about caregiving during January. Submit a question at www.cancercare.org/questions.

You can also browse our archive of past questions on many different cancer-related topics, all of which were answered by a professional oncology social worker.

View all of CancerCare’s resources on caregiving.

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New Lung Cancer Resources

January 11, 2013

People who are coping with lung cancer, or caring for a loved one with lung cancer, may face emotional, physical and practical challenges.

CancerCare’s online resource, www.lungcancer.org, has been updated with a new look and feel. Visit the site to learn more about coping with lung cancer.

CancerCare’s Connect booklet, Progress in the Treatment of Lung Cancer, provides a reader-friendly overview of some of the most promising lung cancer treatment advances.

Top lung cancer experts also provided reliable information during CancerCare’s Connect Education Workshops, “Progress in the Treatment of Lung Cancer“ and “Progress in the Treatment of Metastatic Lung Cancer.”

The professional oncology social workers at CancerCare help people affected by lung cancer by providing free counseling services. CancerCare also offers online support groups for both patients and caregivers, as well as a face-to-face support group for patients held at CancerCare’s Long Island, NY office. All support groups are led by professional oncology social workers.

Browse all of CancerCare’s free publications on lung cancer and order free copies.

View all of CancerCare’s lung cancer resources.

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A Look Ahead at CancerCare 2013

January 3, 2013

Happy New Year to you and your loved ones from CancerCare!

This past year, CancerCare’s professional oncology social workers helped more people affected by cancer than ever before—more than 110,000 people received our direct assistance and support.

As we enter 2013, we are pleased to announce many upcoming Connect booklets, Connect Education Workshops and community programs to meet the needs of people coping with cancer.

As always, all CancerCare services are provided completely free of charge.

Leading experts will provide up-to-date information in one-hour workshops over the telephone or online during CancerCare’s free Connect Education Workshops in 2013. Some of the topics that will be addressed include metastatic prostate cancer treatment updates, emerging therapies in Hodgkin and T-cell lymphomas, and developments reported at the 35th Annual San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium.

All workshops are free, and registration is required. Visit www.cancercare.org/connect_workshops to register.

View all of CancerCare’s upcoming Connect Education Workshops.

CancerCare will also debut new and updated Connect booklets and fact sheets in 2013 on topics such as liver cancer, relaxation techniques and mind/body practices, multiple myeloma, colorectal cancer, financial assistance, and breast cancer. Visit www.cancercare.org/publications to read CancerCare’s publications and order free copies.

CancerCare will offer free wig and prostheses clinics at our national office in New York City throughout 2013. The next breast prosthesis clinic will take place Wednesday, January 9, 9:30am-12:00pm. The next wig clinic will take place Friday, January 11, 2:00pm-3:30pm.

We also offer free wigs by appointment in our Norwalk, CT, Ridgewood, NJ and Long Island, NY offices.

Registration is required to attend these clinics. To register, please contact 800‑813‑HOPE (4673) or email info@cancercare.org.

View a full listing of CancerCare’s upcoming community programs.

If you live in another part of the country and are seeking resources in your community, contact us at info@cancercare.org or call 800‑813‑HOPE (4673) and our professional oncology social workers will refer you to local resources.

We are currently in the process of planning approximately 20 fundraising events to be held from New York City to Los Angeles. At this time we are also hoping to reschedule the CancerCare 10th Annual Lung Cancer Walk for Hope this spring, which was cancelled in November due to Hurricane Sandy.  We will keep you posted as we receive more information and details.

View a complete listing of CancerCare’s upcoming events.

Sign up for CancerCare’s monthly E-news on the homepage of www.cancercare.org to receive the latest news about all of CancerCare’s free services and events.

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How Will the Affordable Care Act Affect People Facing Cancer?

December 10, 2012

The Affordable Care Act is poised to bring many changes to health care in the United States. For people coping with a cancer diagnosis, it’s especially important to understand how these changes might impact the care they or their loved one receives.

Leading experts recently answered listeners’ questions about the Affordable Care Act during CancerCare’s Connect Education Workshop, “Understanding the Affordable Care Act for People Living with Cancer.” You can listen to the workshop as a podcast here.

Learn more about the Affordable Care Act.

The professional oncology social workers at CancerCare understand the costs of cancer and its treatment can be overwhelming. CancerCare provides limited grants to help people cope with costs associated with a cancer diagnosis, including transportation to or from treatment, child care, and pain medication. To learn more and apply for financial assistance, call 800-813-HOPE (4673).

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Looking for a Perfect Holiday Gift That Gives Back?

November 30, 2012

Support CancerCare this holiday season by shopping at Amazon.com using our affiliate link. Use it any time you shop online, and CancerCare will receive a commission of 4–10% of your purchase price.

Book lovers on your shopping list who love a good page-turner will be riveted by the new thriller, Lilith’s Awakening, which can be purchased through the Amazon.com affiliate link. A portion of the proceeds from each sale of the book will support our free services for people facing cancer.

You can also support CancerCare by shopping at GiftsThatGive.com, where you can find a wide selection of quality products for women, kids, men, and the home. For every $5 you spend, CancerCare will receive $1.

And, consider a trip to the CancerCare Thrift Shop at 1480 Third Avenue (between 83rd and 84th Streets) in New York City to find the perfect gift for the fashion enthusiast on your list.

The CancerCare Thrift Shop is located on Manhattan’s Upper East Side.

CancerCare Thrift Shop Director of Retail Operations, Caroline McKinnon

Visit the thrift shop for a wide selection of jewelry, items for the home, and high-end clothes and accessories. On any given day, you can find items from brands such as Chanel, Hermes, Gucci, Prada, and Armani, at a fraction of their original price. And the best part? All proceeds benefit our free, professional services.

Shoppers browse high-end items at the CancerCare Thrift Shop.

Learn more about ways to support CancerCare.

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Tips for Caregiving for a Loved One During the Holidays

November 19, 2012

Holidays and special occasions are often thought of as times to celebrate traditions and create lasting memories with friends and family.

For caregivers of people with cancer, however, it can be challenging to balance caregiving responsibilities while preparing for an upcoming holiday or special occasion. But by planning ahead, caregivers and their loved ones can find ways to get the most out of special events.

Here are some tips for caregiving for a loved one with cancer during holidays and special occasions:

  • Talk to your health care team about upcoming special events. They may be flexible about appointments in order to accommodate travel or other needs.
  • Adjust your expectations. Consider if an upcoming event may place too much of a strain on you or your loved one. For example, caregivers who traditionally host a holiday celebration at their home may decide to invite fewer guests this year, or not host the event at all.
  • Talk with your loved one about what the special occasion means to him or her. An upcoming holiday could have a new meaning for someone who is going through cancer treatment. Ask your loved one how he or she would like to celebrate, and then try to honor those wishes.
  • Establish new traditions. Caregivers who usually cook holiday meals, for example, may decide to order the meal from a restaurant or caterer. Or, they could ask a friend or loved one to assist them with the cooking this year.
  • Enjoy special moments. Try to focus on new traditions that have been established, rather than dwelling on how cancer has changed a holiday or special occasion.

Read our fact sheet, “Caregiving During Holidays and Special Occasions,” for more tips on how to make the most of holidays while caring for a loved one with cancer.

Leading experts in caring for patients and caregivers answered listeners’ questions during our Connect Education Workshop, “For Caregivers: Coping with a Loved One’s Cancer During the Holidays.” Listen to the workshop.  

People who have been diagnosed with cancer may feel more out of step, sad, or anxious around holidays and special occasions. The professional oncology social workers at CancerCare provide free counseling to help people cope with the difficult emotions holidays can bring. Call 800-813-HOPE (4673) to speak with a professional oncology social worker.

Browse all of CancerCare’s resources that address holidays and special occasions. 

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Partnership with Caribou Coffee Raises Record $250,000 in Support of CancerCare®

November 15, 2012

CancerCare was thrilled when national coffeehouse retailer Caribou Coffee announced they would partner with us this fall through their Amy’s Blend program. We were even more thrilled to learn that the partnership helped raise $250,000 in support of people affected by breast cancer—the largest amount raised in the 17-year history of the program!

Caribou offered its special “Amy’s Blend” collection of coffee, tea and merchandise from Sept. 29 through Nov. 7, donating 10% of the proceeds to CancerCare. The collection is named in honor of the company’s original roastmaster Amy Erickson, who passed away from breast cancer in 1995.

CancerCare® is a national nonprofit organization providing free, professional services to anyone affected by cancer. Our services include counseling and support groups, educational publications and workshops, and financial assistance. All of our services are provided by professional oncology social workers and are offered completely free of charge.

CancerCare CEO Helen H. Miller (right) accepts Caribou Coffee’s $250,000 donation from Caribou Coffee’s Sarah Townes (left) at CancerCare’s New York City headquarters on Nov. 14, 2012.

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A Message From Our CEO, Helen Miller

November 5, 2012

The CancerCare office is up and running again having survived Hurricane Sandy. Our toll-free Helpline, 800-813-HOPE (4673), is also working. All of our staff is safe but some have endured a great deal of challenges and loss. We know that many of you have too and our thoughts are with you.

Throughout this time, our staff has done their best to reach those we help. We were pleased to be able to offer our Connect Education Workshop as well as contact some of you directly when possible. Even in a time of a natural disaster, the issues of cancer continue. We thank you for your support and patience during the outage. We are back and ready to help.

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The Avon Foundation for Women Donates $1 Million in Support of CancerCare’s Free Services

October 24, 2012

People coping with cancer face what can feel like non-stop challenges, including keeping up with mounting bills. The costs of cancer treatment not only include medical expenses, but also practical costs such as transportation to and from treatment, home care and child care—the list goes on. For underserved women, these treatment-related costs can seem insurmountable.

The Avon Foundation for Women is a longtime supporter of CancerCare’s financial assistance services, as well as other programs, for underserved women facing breast cancer. The Foundation recently presented a $1 million check to CancerCare at the 2012 Avon Walk for Breast Cancer, held October 20-21 in New York City.

CancerCare Director of Patient Assistance Programs Jane Levy accepts a $1 million check from the Avon Foundation for Women at the 2012 Avon Walk for Breast Cancer in New York City.

CancerCare provides free, professional services for women facing breast cancer, including counseling, support groups, and financial help. Learn more about how we help people affected by breast cancer.

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