Resources for You
Reach out, stay informed, feel connected
Caregiver's Bill of Rights
A declaration of your rights from the National Cancer Institute.
CancerCare and CancerCare en Espanol
A national nonprofit organization that provides free, professional support services for anyone affected by cancer
Cancer Caregiving
Free online tools and resources for people with cancer and those who care for them
CancerSymptoms.org
A Web site of the Oncology Nursing Association, with information and coping methods for ten common cancer treatment symptoms, designed for caregivers and people with cancer
Gilda's Club
A network of free meeting places nationwide, where people living with cancer and their families and friends join others to build emotional and social support
The National Alliance for Caregiving
A nonprofit coalition of national organizations focusing on issues of family caregiving
The Wellness Community
An international nonprofit organization dedicated to providing free education and support to people living with cancer and their loved ones, both on the Web and in many communities
The Well Spouse Association
A national, nonprofit membership organization that gives support to wives, husbands, and partners of the chronically ill and/or disabled
When Someone You Love Is Being Treated for Cancer
An online booklet from the National Cancer Institute especially for caregivers of people with cancer
ONLINE TOOLS for ORGANIZING YOUR SUPPORT TEAM
These Web sites allow you, or someone else on the support team, to organize other people who want to help using e-mail and the Internet. List specific tasks, create calendars, keep people informed, let helpers know your specific needs and preferences, let people feel part of a helping community.
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