Cancer Resource Links

I wanted to pass on some useful cancer treatment/survivorship/assistance supplemental links I recently encountered with the hopes that you may find them timely and useful. This is by no means a complete list, just a jumping off point to quickly gather information and learn more about available supplemental cancer resources. There are more links throughout the rest of the Psiplex blog, just scroll down or click the labels on the right.

Recovering After Cancer Treatment

Eating well and keeping active after cancer treatment can help you recover and may help keep the disease from coming back. Read this informative and useful article from Christus Spohn Health System.

Corporate Angel Network arranges free travel on corporate jets for cancer patients, bone marrow donors and bone marrow recipients, as long as they:

• Travel to or from an approved* cancer treatment center
• Are able to walk up and down the steps to a private plane without
assistance
• Do not require oxygen, IV or any other form of life support during the
flight

Financial Assistance for Those in Need

A variety of organizations and programs provide services such as transportation to treatment, access to medications or lodging, or other necessities. One or more of the services below may be able to provide some relief. The Cancer and Careers web site has a list of links that can help.

Filing For Disability

Cancer may progress from a medical crisis to a disability--and sometimes very quickly. Whether your disability from cancer is expected to be short-term or long-term, knowing the differences and being aware of how to apply for each type of disability benefit can go a long way in easing psychological and financial distress.

Law Help

Having free legal aid in dealing with all the complexities of a major illness like cancer can be a relief in times of crisis. Law Help provides services in many states. For free legal aid referrals and information, choose your state


Disability Rights Legal Center

The Cancer Legal Resource Center (CLRC) is a joint program of the Disability Rights Legal Center and Loyola Law School. The CLRC provides free and confidential information and resources on cancer-related legal issues to cancer survivors, their families, friends, employers, health care professionals, and others coping with cancer. A cancer diagnosis can carry with it a variety of potential legal issues, including insurance coverage, employment discrimination, access to health care, and estate planning. These legal issues can cause people unnecessary worry, confusion, and stress, and can be overwhelming. When these legal issues are not addressed, people may find themselves surviving the disease, only to find that they have lost their homes, jobs, insurance, or families.

Please check my previous posts on this page for other helpful links in dealing with cancer.