Resources

Going through cancer treatment can be a challenging and unpredictable journey. That’s why at Beyond Basic Needs, we are proud to offer a little bit of comfort to those warriors undergoing chemotherapy through our Chemo Care Kits.

However, we understand that sometimes, a little extra support is needed beyond what these kits can offer. That’s why we’ve compiled a list of free resources to connect cancer warriors and their loved ones with the help and support they need during their journey.

We hope these resources can serve as a source of comfort and encouragement to those in need.

American Cancer Society (ACS)

The ACS offers comprehensive support through resources like cancer information, treatment options, and local support services. Their 24/7 helpline and online communities provide essential support.

Visit the American Cancer Society

CancerCare

CancerCare provides free professional support services including counseling, support groups, educational workshops, publications, and financial assistance.

Visit CancerCare

National Cancer Institute (NCI)

The ACS offers comprehensive support through resources like cancer information, treatment options, and local support services. Their 24/7 helpline and online communities provide essential support.

Visit the American Cancer Society

Stupid Cancer

Stupid Cancer focuses on young adult cancer survivors, providing community support, educational events, and resources tailored to the unique challenges faced by this demographic.

Visit Stupid Cancer

Livestrong Foundation

Livestrong offers free cancer support services such as fertility preservation, financial navigation, and emotional support for cancer patients and their loved ones.

Visit the Livestrong Foundation

The Samfund

The Samfund provides financial assistance to young adult cancer survivors to help them with medical bills, living expenses, and other necessities during and after treatment.

Visit The Samfund

Cancer Support Community (CSC)

CSC provides free emotional support, education, and hope to people impacted by cancer through online and local support groups, educational workshops, and resource guides.

Visit the Cancer Support Community

Triage Cancer

Triage Cancer offers educational resources on legal and practical issues that may arise after a cancer diagnosis, including insurance, employment rights, and financial planning.

Visit Triage Cancer

Patient Advocate Foundation (PAF)

PAF offers free case management services to help patients with insurance and financial issues, as well as access to care challenges. They also provide a variety of support resources.

Visit the Patient Advocate Foundation

Hope Lodge (American Cancer Society)

Hope Lodge offers free lodging to cancer patients and their caregivers when they need to travel away from home for treatment, providing a comfortable and supportive environment.

Visit Hope Lodge

Cleaning for a Reason

Cleaning for a Reason provides free home cleaning to patients battling cancer. When cancer makes life at home difficult, our trusted network of residential cleaners, cleaning industry volunteers, and community volunteers come together to support cancer patients and their families.

Visit Cleaning for a Reason