Resources
American Breast Cancer Foundation
1-877-323-ICAN (1-877-323-4226)
1-877-KEY-2-LIFE (1-877-539-2543, Hotline)
www.abcf.org
The American Breast Cancer Foundation is the only national non-profit providing individuals education and direct financial assistance for tests to aid in the early diagnosis, treatment and survival of breast cancer.
American Cancer Society
1-800-ACS-2345 (1-800-227-2345)
www.cancer.org
A national, community-based organization that provides information and referrals to numerous education, community and patient support services including medical insurance and financial assistance resources.
Breast Cancer Network of Strength
(formerly Y-Me National Breast Cancer Foundation)
1-800-221-2141 (YourShoes, 24-hr hotline)
1-800-986-9505 (Spanish)
www.networkofstrength.org
The mission of Breast Cancer Network of Strength is to ensure, through information, empowerment and peer support, that no one faces breast cancer alone. YourShoes is Breast Cancer Network of Strength’s peer support program that includes a 24/7 breast cancer support center staffed by trained breast cancer survivors providing peer support through a toll-free hotline, e-mail and support groups.
CancerCare, Inc.
1-800-813-4673
www.cancercare.org
National non-profit organization that provides free professional support services to anyone affected by cancer, including those living with cancer, family, friends and the bereaved. CancerCare programs, including counseling, education, financial assistance and practical help are provided by trained oncology social workers free of charge.
Fertile Hope
1-888-994-HOPE (1-888-994-4673)
www.fertilehope.org
Fertile Hope is dedicated to providing reproductive information, support and hope to cancer patients whose medical treatments present the risk of infertility.
Hill-Burton Program
1-800-638-0742
www.hrsa.gov/hillburton/default.htm
The Hill-Burton Program provides federal funds to hospitals. Under this program, about 300 health care facilities nationwide are obligated to provide free or low-cost services for those unable to pay for medical care. Eligibility is based on income and family size.
Inflammatory Breast Cancer Research Foundation
1-877-STOP-IBC (1-877-786-7422)
www.ibcresearch.org
The Inflammatory Breast Cancer Research Foundation is dedicated to the advancement of inflammatory breast cancer research, leading to finding its causes and increasing the effectiveness of its treatment. The organization also focuses on increasing awareness of IBC symptoms, to lead to earlier and better clinical methods of detecting and diagnosis.
Living Beyond Breast Cancer
1-888-753-5222 (Helpline)
www.lbbc.org
A national education and support organization, LBBC aims to improve quality of life and help women make sound choices about healthcare that will help to manage breast cancer diagnosis, through treatment and beyond.
NeedyMeds, Inc.
www.needymeds.com
This comprehensive website provides links to pharmaceutical companies and other organizations that have patient assistance programs.
National Breast and Cervical Cancer Early Detection Program
1-800-CDC-INFO (1-800-232-4636)
www.cdc.gov/cancer
Provides access to breast and cervical cancer screening services to underserved women in the U.S.
National Cancer Institute
1-800-4-CANCER (1-800-422-6237)
www.cancer.gov
The NCI is the National Institute of Health’s principal agency for cancer research. The NCI conducts and supports programs with respect to cause, diagnosis, prevention and cancer treatment, rehabilitation from cancer and the continuing care of cancer patients and their families. In addition, the NCI offers a telephone and web-based information and education network that offers resources and information on all types of cancer, clinical trials and research through their website and toll-free numbers.
Partnership for Prescription Assistance
1-888-477-2669
www.pparx.org
The Partnership for Prescription Assistance brings together pharmaceutical companies, doctors, other health care providers, patient advocacy organizations and community groups to help patients who lack prescription coverage get the medicines they need.
Patient Access Network Foundation
1-866-316-7263
www.panfoundation.org
PANF is dedicated to assisting insured patients who cannot afford the out-of-pocket expenses associated with their treatment.
Patient Advocate Foundation
1-800-532-5274
www.patientadvocate.org
Patient Advocate Foundation provides professional case management services to Americans with chronic, life threatening and debilitating illnesses. PAF case managers serve as active liaisons between the patient and their insurer, employer and/or creditors to resolve insurance, job retention and/or debt crisis matters as they relate to their diagnosis. This website also has a state by state financial resource guide which provides information for seeking financial assistance for a broad range of needs.
Susan G Komen for the Cure
1-877-GO-KOMEN (1-877-465-6636)
www.komen.org
The world’s largest grassroots network of breast cancer survivors and activists fighting to save lives, empower people, ensure quality care for all and energize science to find the cures
United Way of America
www.unitedway.org
National network of more than 1,300 locally governed organizations that work to create lasting positive changes in communities and people’s lives. While local United Ways tackle issues based on local needs, common focus areas include helping children and youth succeed, improving access to health care, promoting self-sufficiency and strengthening families.
Young Survival Coalition
1-877-YSC-1011 (1-877-972-1011)
www.youngsurvival.org
The Young Survival Coalition (YSC) is the only international, non-profit network of breast cancer survivors and supporters dedicated to the concerns and issues that are unique to young women and breast cancer. Through action, advocacy and awareness, the YSC seeks to educate the medical, research, breast cancer and legislative communities and to persuade them to address breast cancer in women 40 and under.