Infographics
Resources
Translations
Web-based Resources
General Information
Emotional and Social Support
American Cancer Society – Cancer Survivors Network
Online community where people with cancer, survivors, and caregivers can connect.
BreastCancer.org
Peer support community where people with breast cancer can connect with others to share experiences and advice.
American Psychosocial Oncology Society
Nationwide helpline to assist cancer patients and their families identify local counseling services.
Call 1-866-276-7443 or visit the APOS Society web site.
Financial Assistance
Komen Financial Assistance Program
Financial assistance for eligible individuals undergoing breast cancer treatment at any stage or living with metastatic breast cancer.
Medicare
Information on Medicare health insurance programs for people 65 and older.
Medicaid
Information on Medicaid health insurance programs for people with low income.
Pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America (PhRMA) – Medication Assistance Tool
Search engine of financial assistance resources for patients.
NeedyMeds, Inc
Provides information about drug assistance programs and offers a free drug discount card that can be used in certain drugstores (but not with insurance).
Call 1-800-503-6897 or visit the NeedyMeds web site.
The Assistance Fund
Organization that helps patients and families facing high medical out-of-pocket costs by providing financial assistance for their copayments, coinsurance, deductibles, and other health-related expenses.
Managing Treatment-Related Side Effects
American Cancer Society – Managing Cancer-related Side Effects
Information about common side effects that can be caused by cancer and cancer treatment.
Komen Foundation – Managing Breast Cancer Symptoms & Side Effects
Tips for managing breast cancer symptoms and treatment-related side effects.
Insurance and Legal Information
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Information on choosing a health insurance plan and the Affordable Care Act.
American Association of Retired Persons
Information on Medicare and other health insurance programs for people over 50.
Patient Advocate Foundation
Financial assistance information and legal and advocacy help if an insurance claim is denied.
Prescription Drug Assistance
The Assistance Fund – Breast Cancer Copay Assistance Program
Financial assistance for prescription drug co-payments.
Patient Advocate Foundation – Co-Pay Relief Program
Financial assistance for prescription drug co-payments.
Transportation and Lodging Assistance
American Cancer Society – Road to Recovery
Provides local transportation to and from cancer treatments.
Air Charity Network
Provides air travel to treatment centers for people with cancer and their caregivers.
American Cancer Society – Hope Lodge
Provides lodging for families during cancer treatments.