Free Cancer Support (Professional Services)
No-cost professional support and counseling in person or by telephone for anyone affected by cancer. A wide range of services are available from emotional support to handling insurance disputes to ensuring proper, timely access to care. If you feel overwhelmed after a cancer diagnosis, you are not alone. Help is available! Cancer patient navigators are trained advocates who understand and are here to help nationwide free of charge. Professional cancer support groups are ready to help you right now for free. Please contact a specially trained and caring professional below and get the assistance you need today at no cost to you. ❤️
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Crossroads4Hope Professional Counseling
Description:
Crossroads4Hope offers a comprehensive support program addressing the clinical, social, and emotional needs of cancer patients and families in the USA all at zero cost. Support is available through the MyGo2Support online platform from any location with internet service. To apply for assistance, please complete this form on the Crossroads4Hope website.
Meru Mental Health Program
Description:
A free 12-week, app-based mental health program for cancer patients in the USA over 18 in current treatment and experiencing anxiety or depression symptoms. Participants get a dedicated therapist and learn behavioral and mindfulness techniques that can be practiced at their own pace. To apply, please visit this link or call Cancer Support Community (the program sponsor) for assistance at (866) 921-4623.
CSC Cancer Pro Support Helpline
Phone: (888) 793-9355 Monday-Friday 9AM-8PM ET and Saturday 9AM-5PM ET
Description:
The CSC Cancer Pro Support Helpline offers free professional support services to cancer patients and families nationwide. The Helpline is staffed by community navigators, resource specialists and a Helpline navigator who have over 170 years of combined experience helping people affected by cancer and offering guidance, resources and support all at no charge. Call the phone number above or live chat Monday-Friday 9AM-8PM ET and Saturday 9AM-5PM ET for assistance.
Triage Cancer Legal & Financial Assistance
Description:
Free customized support program for cancer patients, caregivers, and medical staff who need help with insurance, finances, and legal matters related to cancer care and treatment. Get practical guidance from experts today and all at no cost. Visit Triage Cancer’s Legal & Financial Navigation Program signup form here.
PAF Personalized Medicine CareLine
Phone: (866) 460-1928
Description:
Free pro support program that helps patients in the US with insurance get access to genomic testing in order to get personalized medicine and treatment recommendations. If you are having trouble getting access to or paying for genomic testing to help you best manage your disease, call the PAF professional case managers at (866) 460-1928 or complete the form here to get started.
Patient Advocate Foundation
Description:
Free nationwide professional case management services by telephone for cancer patients in the US in active treatment or have had treatment within the past six months. This no-cost program pairs you with a case manager who will help you manage finances and get the best possible care and outcome. To read more about this free cancer patient advocacy program please visit the PAF website here. The 24/7 new-client intake form is here.
Lazarex Cancer Foundation
Phone: (877) 866-9523
Contact: Get in Touch
Description:
Lazarex will match you to a nationwide cancer clinical trials program and help you with the costs associated with participating including transportation (airfare, gas, rental cars, taxi fare, parking/tolls), lodging (short- and long-term housing), and certain medical expenses not covered by insurance and necessary for clinical trial treatment. For immediate free assistance, visit this link or call toll free (877) 866-9523.
EmergingMed Patient Navigator Program
Phone: (877) 601-8601 (9AM-5PM MF ET)
Description:
The EmergingMed Patient Navigator Program helps cancer patients 18 and over find and enroll in an appropriate clinical trial at no cost. Fill out a contact request form on their website here and get matched for free with a personal navigator who will guide you throughout the journey. Help is also available via telephone by calling (877) 601-8601.
Cancer and Careers Employment Help
Email: cancerandcareers@cew.org
Description:
Free employment-related help specifically for cancer patients in the USA. This site tackles issues regarding working during treatment, networking with others, and finding a new job during and after treatment. Get free online advice and resume review from a career coach here on the Cancer and Careers website.
CancerCare Counseling
Phone: (800) 813‑4673 (M-Th 10:00 am to 6:00 pm, Friday 9:00-7:00 pm)
Email: info@cancercare.org
Description:
Free professional counseling services by licensed oncology social workers who can help you manage all aspects of the disease from treatment issues to improving communication with family. For more on this free counseling program, visit the CancerCare website here. Assistance is also available by phone (800) 813‑4673 or you can email the address above and get the help you need today at no cost to you.
Belong (Beating Cancer Together)
Email: info@belong.life
Description:
Belong is a free platform that connects you to the world’s largest online community of cancer patients, caregivers, and professionals. You can use to organize your medical records and get answers to your questions by doctors and other cancer specialists. The free app is available for android and iPhone here on the Belong website.
The American Cancer Society (ACS) Patient Navigator Program
Phone: (800) 227-2345
Description:
The ACS Patient Navigator program connects you with a cancer care expert who works with you one-on-one to resolve care, workplace, and financial issues. Call (800) 227-2345 to get the help you need today for free.
Livestrong Cancer Navigation
Phone: (855) 220-7777 (12PM-4PM EST)
Description:
Through the Livestrong program, cancer patients in the USA will be matched for free with a personal cancer navigator. This professional navigator will provide emotional support and help you with financial/insurance problems, fertility issues, concerns with care and treatment, locating clinical trials, and more all at zero cost to you. Visit the LiveStrong Navigation website to learn more and to complete your navigation request form online.
It is close to impossible to fix what people suffering from cancer are feeling, however, the only thing one can really provide is support. And these services are absolutely essential. Glad for this list!
Hi AJ! We agree; free resources like these can really make a difference!