Click on any subject below to access a list of websites on that topic. Websites are grouped by the following topic areas: |
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EMOTIONAL SUPPORT |
www.cancer.org
Information on building a support network and using ACS support groups. |
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www.cancercare.org
Support from trained professionals and peers through one-on-one counseling in person or on the phone and online support groups from the comfort of your home. |
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www.cancerfacts.com
Interactive website that provides users with educational materials tailored to their own medical situation. Services include online support groups and peer matching for patients. |
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http://cancer.ucsf.edu/crc
Cancer Resource Center programs and services, support groups, events calendar, and health information. |
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www.cancer.gov
NCI fact sheet: Q&A about cancer support groups. NCI has many other links to emotional support information listed throughout their website. |
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http://canceradvocacy.org
The Cancer Survival Toolbox® is a free audio program designed to help cancer survivors and caregivers develop the practical tools to deal with cancer. |
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oncolink.upenn.edu
University of Pennsylvania psychosocial support. (Also links to clinical trials, publications, peer-reviewed information, mailing lists, newsgroups and frequently asked questions.) |
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www.helpstartshere.org
Information on talking to a social worker, links for finding local social workers who have experience working with cancer patients, and information on support groups. |
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www.braintumor.org |
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http://www.celebratinglife.org |
| http://www.colorectal-cancer.net/ |
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| http://www.ccalliance.org/ |
| www.ovarian.org |
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| www.wcn.org |
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| www.spohnc.org |
| www.thyca.org |
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| http://www.thyca.org/ |
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www.leukemia-lymphoma.org
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| http://www.lymphnet.org |
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| http://www.mpip.org/ |
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| National Ovarian Cancer Coalition |
1-888-OVARIAN (682-7426)
Education and Awareness. Publishes seasonal newsletter. |
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| http://www.pancreasfoundation.org/ |
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www.phoenix5.org
To help men and their companions with the effects of prostate cancer. |
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www.sharecancersupport.org/
Toll-Free Breast Cancer and Latina Hotlines: (866) 891-2392
Toll-Free Ovarian Cancer Hotline: (866) 537-4273
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www.ustoo.com
Provides medical information as well as lists of patients who have had prostate cancer and are willing to be contacted. |
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CAREGIVERS |
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www.caregiver.org |
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www.lotsahelpinghands.com
This website provides a simple, immediate way for friends, family, colleagues, and neighbors to assist loved ones in need. It's an easy-to-use, private group calendar, specifically designed for organizing helpers, where everyone can pitch in with meal delivery, rides, and other tasks necessary for life to run smoothly during a crisis. |
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END OF LIFE CARE AND BEREAVEMENT |
griefnet.org
Interactive site offering support groups, a library, links to emergency services and more. |
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Growth House, Inc., is a resource for life-threatening illness and end of life care. Their mission is to improve the quality of compassionate care for people who are dying through public education and global professional collaboration. Their search engine gives you access to the a collection of reviewed resources for end-of-life care.
Search Engine, Courtesy of Growth House
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ONLINE SUPPORT GROUPS |
www.acor.org
Cancer specific online support groups and list serves |
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To subscribe, send an e-mail message to bmt-talk-request@ai.mit.edu.
Put only the word "subscribe" in the body of the message. To send mail to people on the bmt-talk list, address your e-mail to bmttalk@ai.mit.edu. |
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www.cancercare.org |
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www.cancersupportivecare.com |
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www.carepages.com
CarePages help families stay connected, informed, and supported. When a loved one is hospitalized or receiving care it can be difficult to communicate. With CarePages, updates are shared via email automatically and visitors can leave messages for the patient and family on the Web page. CarePages give families an emotional lift that is hard to deliver in any other way. Pages are free and easy to use! |
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www.chemobuddies.com |
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Listserv@sjuvm.stjohns.edu
To subscribe, send an e-mail message here with the message: subscribe - leave name and e-mail address. |
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| To subscribe, send an e-mail message to Listserv@sjuvm.stjohns.edu |
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www.blochcancer.org |
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www.vitaloptions.org |
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COUNTY WIDE RESOURCES |
120 W. Fir Street, Fort Bragg, California 95437
Phone: (707) 964-1251 Fax: (707) 961-2469
www.mendocinocoastclinics.org |
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In partnership with the community, their mission is to safeguard and promote the health and wellness of the people of Mendocino County.
http://www.co.mendocino.ca.us/ph/ |
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http://www.mcdss.org/ |
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REGIONAL RESOURCES |
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STATE RESOURCES |
CDHS is part of the California Health and Human Services Agency. The CDHS is one of the largest departments in State government, with over 5,000 employees working in its Sacramento headquarters and over 60 field offices throughout the State.
http://www.dhs.ca.gov/ |
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California provides free cancer screening and/or treatment for some types of cancer. Information and resources are available at this web site.
http://www.dhs.ca.gov/cancerdetection/default.htm |
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Contains lists of health-related websites furnished by the Ida & Joseph Friend Cancer Resource Center 2356 Sutter Street, 1st floor, San Francisco. Phone 415.885.3693. http://cc.ucsf.edu/crc |
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The Cancer Resource Center of Mendocino County makes every effort to keep this list of internet search sites current. We hope you find these links helpful in your search for the information you need. However, we do not endorse the contents or vouch for the accuracy of the information you will find. If you have any changes, suggestions for the next update of this list or find any broken links, please let us know. Thank you! |
