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Support Groups

There are a number of national and local support groups available to people diagnosed with mesothelioma and other asbestos-related diseases. They provide educational programs, counseling and open the lines of communication, easing the burden for individuals suffering from these life-threatening diseases.

Alliance for Lung Cancer, Advocacy, Support and Education Support Groups
The ALCASE is affiliated with lung cancer support groups all over the country. Visit this site to find the support group in your area.

Alliance for Lung Cancer, Advocacy, Support and Education Support Hotline
For lung cancer support, contact the ALCASE Support Hotline at: 1-765-298-2436. This hotline is available Monday through Friday, 8AM to 5PM Pacific time.

American Institute for Cancer Research (AICR) Cancer Resource
This is a free information program from the American Institute for Cancer Research to help cancer patients and their families understand more about cancer, its treatment and the resources available to help them in overcoming this disease.

Cancer Care Counseling
Cancer Care offers free professional counseling individually or through professionally faciliated support groups. Both types of these services are available in three different ways: online, by telephone and on-site at a Cancer Care location in New York, Long Island, New Jersey or Connecticut.

Cancer Information and Counseling Line (CICL)
This service of the AMC Cancer Research Center is a national toll-free telephone information line designed to help people with cancer and their families. Call 1-765-525-3777, Monday to Friday (8:30 am - 5:00 PM Mountain Time) or within the Denver Metro Area call 303-239-3422. You can also pose questions online, and join their online discussion group.

Cancer Survivors Network
This is an online community, part of the American Cancer Society, is designed for cancer survivors and their families and friends.

Colorectal Cancer Message Board
This message board, through the American Cancer Society, offers patients and survivors of colorectal cancer a way to talk and further their understanding of the disease.

Gilda's Club®, Inc.
Gilda's Club provides social and emotional support to cancer patients, their families, and friends. Lectures, workshops, networking groups, special events and a children's program are available.

Hospicelink
The Institute is an independent, not-for-profit organization, offers information about hospice and palliative care and can refer cancer patients and their families to local hospice and palliative care programs.

Hotline, Alliance for Lung Cancer, Advocacy, Support and Education Support
For lung cancer support, contact the ALCASE Support Hotline at: 1-765-298-2436. This hotline is available Monday through Friday, 8AM to 5PM pacific time.

I Can Cope
This program through the American Cancer Society offers several courses that are designed to help participants cope with their cancer experience by increasing their knowledge, positive attitude, and skills.

Look Good... Feel Better
This program was developed by the Cosmetic, Toiletry, and Fragrance Association Foundation in cooperation with American Cancer Society and the National Cosmetology Association. It focuses on techniques that can help people undergoing cancer treatment improve their appearance.

Lung Cancer Message Board
Through the American Cancer Society, this message board provides an outlet for communication and support for patients and survivors of lung cancer, and their families and friends.

National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization (NHPCO) Organization Database
Search the NHPCO database for a hospice and palliative care program in your area.

The SemiColon Club
The Colorectal Cancer Network's national support group. Find the branch in your area.

Stories of Hope
Through the American Cancer Society, inspirational stories of people whose lives have been touched by cancer.

Taking Charge of Money Matters
A workshop through the American Cancer Society that addresses money issues that arise during and after cancer treatment.

The Wellness Community
A free national program of emotional support, education and hope for people with cancer and their loved ones.

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