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Cancer Resources
Maine Resources
All Cancers
https://www.mainecancer.org
https://www.bethwrightcancercenter.org
https://www.chrisbfund.org/nutrition
Breast Cancer
https://www.caringconnectionsmaine.org
National Resources
http://www.projectpurple.org or call (203) 714-6052
https://www.dawnhillfightfoundation.org/application
Pancreatic Cancer Clinical Trials
http://pathology.jhu.edu/pancreas/mdc/index.php
https://clinicaltrials.pancan.org
https://massivebio.com/explore-clinical-trials/
Other Resources
Cancer Hope Network
Cancer Hope Network provides free one-on-one emotional support to adult cancer patients and their loved ones. Each of CHN’s 400+ volunteers is at least one year post-treatment or successfully undergoing maintenance therapies. They have faced more than 80 cancer types and speak 15 languages. Our volunteers offer support from diagnosis, through treatment and into recovery.
https://www.cancerhopenetwork.org
CaringBridge
CaringBridge offers free and private websites
for people facing a serious illness. Patients &
caregivers can share updates, post photos, and
receive messages of hope & encouragement
through a guestbook.
https://www.caringbridge.org
CancerCare
1-800-813-HOPE (4673)
CancerCare is a national non-profit organization
that helps people face the many challenges of a
cancer diagnosis by offering free education and
support programs to help patients and loved
ones understand and deal with their diagnosis,
treatment options, quality-of-life concerns, &
other important issues.
https://www.cancercare.org
For many Mainers faced with a cancer diagnosis, life seems to stop.
They suddenly find themselves in a raging storm of emotions, treatment choices, and financial challenges. For some, they have tough decisions to make about where, and when, to receive care. There are many others who opt to forgo treatment. They do so because long, frequent trips to Brewer cause physical and financial burdens on both the patients and their families. Sarah’s House serves all these people, and makes much-needed treatment options more accessible to those who would otherwise choose not to travel.
The Dempsey Center, located in Lewiston and South Portland, Maine, makes life better for people managing the impact of cancer. Services are provided at no cost.
Check out our online databases, as well as the portal to the Digital Maine Library which can be accessed from anywhere in the state for free.To use many of these databases you must have an up-to-date Bangor Public Library card. To access the online databases and portal, click the link below.
https://www.bangorpubliclibrary.org/databases-1/
To find out how you can get your library card, click the link below
Free ME from Lung Cancer is a non-profit organization. We are dedicated to raising money for lung cancer research, education, advocacy, and community support. We are committed to making lung cancer a national priority.
The free mesothelioma guide will answer many of the questions patients and caregivers ask. The packet has helped hundreds of families affected by the disease.
Our free tools make it easier to support someone after a diagnosis
More emotional, social, and physical support = lower patient + caregiver stress = improved mental and physical health outcomes
Universal Drugstore is your trusted partner for affordable medication, and has been serving Americans for over 20 years. Universal Drugstore is Canada's largest online pharmacy service providing medicine for less.
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Use your SingleCare prescription discount card to save up to 80% on your prescription drugs.
Advocating the right to quality, affordable health care for every person in Maine. It is important to maintain your health by taking medicines as prescribed. Mainers who cannot afford their medications should know that many public and private programs are prepared to provide free or low-cost prescription medicines to qualifying individuals. Tell your doctor if you can’t afford your medicines. Medical practices can then either help you apply to these programs themselves or refer you to one of Maine’s 15 hospital-based prescription assistance programs. Don’t put yourself at increased risk of infection by skipping the medicines you need to stay well.
SEARCH Assisted Living and Nursing Homes
https://cnaclassesnearme.com/assisted-living-nursing-homes/
We are building strong relationships with leading cancer advocacy organizations. These organizations provide key resources and services to people dealing with cancer diagnoses. Partnerships with these advocacy organizations allow Massive Bio to provide comprehensive support experience for patients and their families.
Cancer also comes with an emotional and mental toll on the patient and their family and friends. It’s also difficult to navigate from a logistical and financial point of view. People worry about what will happen if they can’t work or if they can’t afford the treatments their doctors are suggesting. But many organizations offer resources to help patients and their caregivers find the support they need to navigate a cancer diagnosis and all that it means.
https://online.shrs.pitt.edu/blog/diagnosing-illness-cancer-support-resources/
We support those facing cancer by extending access to healthy food, nutritional information, and community connections essential to their strength and comfort.
For over 20 years, our caring team has helped mesothelioma patients and their loved ones, providing free mesothelioma resources about top treatments, specialists, financial assistance, and more. 1-855-880-1219
Learn about the symptoms, causes, and treatment of this rare cancer – and what you can do to improve your life expectancy. We would be happy to help you with any questions you have at this difficult time.
Help improve your well-being. Our guide explores how to navigate making healthy choices as your nutrient needs change.
https://www.innerbody.com/healthy-eating-for-older-adults
https://www.innerbody.com/managing-malnutrition-in-older-populations.
The PAN Foundation provides direct financial assistance to people who have health insurance but cannot afford their out-of-pocket medical costs.
Direct Support Available:
Treatment Grants: Funds to pay for prescription co-pays and deductibles.
Premium Support: Payments made directly to your insurance company to cover your monthly health insurance premiums.
Transportation Assistance: A $500 prepaid Visa debit card for gas, parking, rideshare, and airfare to and from medical appointments (available to those with an active PAN grant).
Clinical Trials: A TrialFinder tool and navigators to help find and join medical studies.
How to Get Help:
Check Fund Status: See which cancer funds are "Open" on the PAN Disease Fund List.
Join the Waitlist: If a fund is "Closed," sign up for alerts to be notified immediately when more funding becomes available.
Apply: Use the Online Patient Portal
https://www.panfoundation.org/
or call 1-866-316-7263 (Mon–Fri, 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. ET)
Multiple Myeloma Trusted Resources:
•International Myeloma Foundation Education, support groups, treatment information https://www.myeloma.org
• Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation Research funding and clinical trial resources https://themmrf.org
• Leukemia & Lymphoma Society Patient support, financial assistance, education https://www.lls.org
• Myeloma Action Month Campaign Awareness information and resources https://www.myelomaactionmonth.org
Patient Advocate Foundation (PAF): https://www.copays.org
The Assistance Fund (TAF): https://www.tafcares.org
HealthWell Foundation: https://www.healthwellfoundation.org
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The Pink Fund: https://www.pinkfund.org
Susan G. Komen Patient Care Center: https://www.komen.org
Living Beyond Breast Cancer (LBBC): https://www.lbbc.org
United Breast Cancer Foundation (UBCF): https:://ubcf.org
Ron Foley Pancreatic Cancer Foundation
Provide direct financial aid to those suffering from pancreatic cancer and their families. ONLY in New England, New York & New Jersey. www.ronsrun.org or call (860) 521-0500
David’s Dream and Believe Cancer Foundation
David’s Dream and Believe Cancer Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that raises funds to provide financial assistance, services, and HOPE to families primarily in New Jersey, affected by a cancer diagnosis. https://www.davidsdreamandbelieve.org
Florida Cancer Specialists
Helps Florida patients with living expenses so they can concentrate on fighting cancer. www.flcancer.com or call (941) 677-4703 *Assistance ONLY for those patients residing in Florida.
The Angela Andrade Foundation: https://aabcainc.org/
Genevieve’s Helping Hands: https://www.genshelpinghands.org
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EBeauty is a national nonprofit providing free wigs to women undergoing cancer treatment across the United States through hospital partnerships and direct-to-patient programs. Our work is rooted in a “Pay It Forward” program—one woman helping another navigate cancer with dignity, confidence, and care.
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