The Best Cancer Caregiving: Resources


CancerCare

CancerCare is a national organization that’s been dedicated to providing free services to the cancer community since 1944.

It offers access to a variety of caregiver resources, including counseling services, resource navigators, and support groups for cancer caregivers that are led by oncology social workers. For more information, call 800-813-HOPE or email info@cancercare.org.

You can connect with CancerCare on Facebook, Instagram, X, and YouTube.

Triage Cancer

Helping someone who has cancer entails more than just medical care. That’s where Triage Cancer comes in. Founded in 2012, the nonprofit organization is dedicated to providing legal advice, estate planning, family leave, and more to people with cancer and their caregivers.

It offers caregiver-specific resources to help you become a knowledgeable member of your loved one’s cancer care team, including tips to navigate state laws as well as potential issues with finances, insurance coverage, and more. They also host free educational events to help you access the right resources for you.

Stay in touch with Triage Cancer through Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest, and Vimeo.

Cancer and Careers

Cancer and Careers was established in 2001 to help members of the cancer community thrive in the workplace.

The organization provides resources for caregivers that can help them assess their work needs, balance their responsibilities with caregiving, gain access to job support, and learn more about legal assistance.

For the latest information, follow Cancer and Careers on Facebook, Instagram, X, and YouTube.

For Pete’s Sake: Take a Break From Cancer

For Pete’s Sake: Take a Break From Cancer is an organization that was created to provide respite experiences for people with cancer and their loved ones. The goal is to strengthen people’s relationships and offer emotional support throughout the cancer journey.

Its program offers travel and respite opportunities to help people impacted by cancer take a break from the day-to-day. Can’t travel? Join their in-person or online events, which connect cancer caregivers with each other and allow them to share their experiences.

Keep in touch with For Pete’s Sake on Instagram and YouTube.

Partners in Care Foundation

The Partners in Care Foundation connects caregivers and other people with care needs to programs that support recovery and improve quality of life.

It offers caregiver resources for a diverse population, including children, people who are aging, those who identify as Black, Indigenous, or People of Color, and those who identify as part of LGBTQ+ communities. They also provide a virtual webinar series, including one called Spotlight on Caregiving, to share expert insights about various health topics.

Follow the Partners in Care Foundation on Facebook.



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