Links
For information on available clinical trials:
http://clinicaltrials.gov
Patient Information and Advocacy and Support Groups
People Living With Cancer
Provides information on over 50 types of cancer and their treatments. Designed to help people with cancer make informed health-care decisions.
www.peoplelivingwithcancer.org
American Brain Tumor Association
Offers free publications on brain tumors, support groups, referrals, pen pal program and funds research.
www.abta.org
American Lung Association
Dedicated to preventing lung disease and promoting lung health.
www.lungusa.org
Blood & Marrow Transplant Newsletter
Publications; attorney referrals for patients with insurance problems; links patients with survivors for emotional support.
www.bmtnews.org
BMT Family Support Network
Links patients with survivors for emotional support. Call 1-800-826-9376 for information.
Cancer Hope Network
Information on support groups and networks.
www.cancerhopenetwork.org\
Cancer Research Institute
Information on cancer research.
www.cancerresearch.org
Cancer Resource Center
Local (Lincoln, Nebr.) resource center; access to research trials.
www.lmef.org/crc.htm
Candlelighters Childhood Cancer Foundation
Network of support groups for children, parents and caregivers; publications.
www.candlelighters.org
Family and Medical Leave Act
Provides information on the Family and Medical Leave Act; forms.
www.dol.gov/esa/fmla.htm
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, Nebraska Chapter
News, links, and services related to fighting cancers of the blood.
www.lls.org/ne
Lymphoma Research Foundation
Funds research grants for lymphoma; provides educational materials, support group and networking information; newsletter.
www.lymphoma.org
Make Today Count
A mutual support organization that brings together persons affected by a life-threatening illness. Call 1-800-432-2273 for more information.
National Cancer Institute (NCI)
Information on current cancer treatment and clinical trials.
www.cancernet.nci.nih.gov
National Coalition on Cancer Survivorship (NCCS)
Publications; referrals; national advocate on rights of cancer patients and survivors. Call 1-888-650-9127 for more information.
National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization
Information and publications regarding hospice care. Online list of local hospices, reimbursements and basic hospice information.
www.nhpco.org
National Lymphedema Network, Inc.
Publishes quarterly newsletter and provides referrals.
www.lymphnet.org
National Marrow Donor Program
Transplant center director; publication on donor searches, recruitment and being a volunteer.
www.marrow.org
National Organization for Rare Disorders (NORD)
A unique federation of voluntary health organizations dedicated to helping people with rare “orphan” diseases and assisting the organizations that serve them.
www.raredisorders.org
National Ovarian Cancer Coalition
Promotes education regarding all the facts, issues and problems surrounding ovarian cancer.
www.ovarian.org
Oncolink
Education and support resource.
www.oncolink.upenn.edu
Support for People with Oral, Head and Neck Cancer, Inc. (SPOHNC)
Self-help program of support for those dealing with head and neck cancer.
www.spohnc.org
Susan B. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation
Sponsor of "Race for the Cure" events; funds national breast cancer research, project grants and local education, screening and treatment projects.
www.breastcancerinfo.com
The Skin Cancer Foundation
Provides education and resource materials.
www.skincancer.org
US TOO International, Inc.
Provides prostate cancer survivors with emotional and educational support through a network of support groups and quarterly newsletters.
www.ustoo.com
Patient Advocate Foundation Co-Pay Relief Program (CPR)
Provides pharmaceutical co-payment assistance to qualifying patients with brain, breast, lung, kidney, colon, pancreatic, prostate, or head and neck cancers, lymphoma, sarcoma, and some secondary issues as a result of chemotherapy treatment. Patients must qualify medically and financially to access co-payment assistance. To initiate a request for assistance, call toll free 1-866-512-3861. Additional information is available at the websites listed below.
www.copays.org
www.patientadvocate.org
Community Support
FOOD
Access: 779-6691
American Red Cross: 779-3773
Ashland Senior Program: 488-5342
Food and Friends: 779-6785, 664-6674
Food Stamps:
Medford: 776-6167
White City: 864-8700
Ashland: 482-2041
Gleaning Network: 664-5244
Gospel Mission: 779-1597
Interfaith Care Community of Medford: 779-8564
Meals on Wheels: 482-3486
St. Vincent DePaul: 772-3828
MEDICAL SUPPLIES
Access: 779-6691
American Cancer Society: 779-6091
Human Services:
Medford: 776-6167
White City: 864-8700
Ashland: 482-2041
HEATING AND UTILITIES
Access: 779-6691
Ashland Senior Program: 488-5342
Housing Authority: 779-6186
Jackson County Fuel Committee: 488-2905
State Home Oil Weatherization: 1-800-452-8660
HOUSING
Fair Housing Council: 1-800-424-3247
Jackson County Housing Authority: 779-5785
Medford Better Housing Association: 772-4180
REFERRALS / ADDITIONAL RESOURCES
Ashland Senior Program: 488-5342
Medford Senior Center: 776-6222
Providence Senior Services: 732-5466
Salvation Army: 772-8149
SUPPORT GROUPS
American Cancer Society: 779-6091
Breast Cancer/Women Alive Support Group: 732-7004
Lymphedema Support Group: 608-5543
United Ostomy Association: 776-7483 |
