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It's normal to need extra help and support while undergoing treatment for early breast cancer. The organizations on this page can help make day-to-day living easier.
All organizations listed are not-for-profit and/or government agencies, and are independent from Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation. Novartis has no financial interest in any organization listed, but may provide occasional funding support to these organizations. All descriptions are copyright of the respective organizations. Novartis is not responsible for the actions of any of these organizations. This is not an exhaustive list of organizations.
Several organizations provide transportation and lodging services, so you can access the care you need no matter where you are located.
Air Care Alliance
Free air transportation to medical treatment for people with a financial need is provided by many volunteer organizations. ACA connects you with an organization that can help. Learn more ↗
American Cancer Society Hope Lodge
The American Cancer Society has a place where cancer patients and their caregivers can find help and hope when home is far away—an American Cancer Society Hope Lodge. With 31 locations throughout the United States, each Hope Lodge offers cancer patients and their caregivers a free place to stay when their best hope for effective treatment may be in another city. Learn more ↗
Corporate Angel Network
Corporate Angel Network (CAN) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to help cancer patients access the best treatment centers in the United States by arranging free travel on corporate aircraft for cancer-related appointments and treatment. Participation is open to all cancer patients who are ambulatory and do not require medical assistance while traveling. Eligibility is not based on financial need, and patients may travel as often as necessary. Learn more ↗
Joe’s House
Joe’s House provides an online nationwide list of places to stay to help cancer patients and their families find lodging near treatment centers. Learn more ↗
Road To Recovery
The American Cancer Society Road To Recovery program provides transportation to and from treatment for people with cancer who do not have a ride or are unable to drive themselves. Learn more ↗
This organization can connect patients with easy-to-prepare, healthy recipes.
Cook for Your Life
Cook for Your Life teaches healthy cooking techniques to people with cancer. They can help you follow nutrition guidelines with practical, easy recipes designed specifically for different stages of treatment, as well as for healthy survivorship. Learn more ↗
Get support from the greater breast cancer community.
Support Connection
A not-for-profit organization that provides emotional, social, and educational support to women and their families and friends affected by breast, ovarian, and gynecological cancer. Learn more ↗
SHARE Cancer Support
SHARE is a national nonprofit that supports, educates, and empowers anyone who has been diagnosed with breast or gynecologic cancers, and provides outreach to the general public about signs and symptoms. We are a compassionate community of knowledgeable survivors, those living with cancer, and health care professionals. Learn more ↗
Learn more about alternative healing options—like yoga, meditation, and more.
National Cancer Institute
The National Cancer Institute (NCI), a component of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), is the Nation's principal agency for cancer research. NCI’s Cancer Information Service is a federally funded cancer education program that provides the latest and most accurate cancer information to patients, their families, the public, and health professionals. The Cancer Information Service provides personalized responses to specific questions about cancer. Access the program by calling 1-800-4-CANCER, or by using the LiveHelp instant-messaging service. Our phone and LiveHelp (online chat) hours are 9AM-9PM, Monday through Friday. Our services are offered in English and Spanish. You can also contact us at https://www.cancer.gov/contact ↗. Learn more ↗
Nordstrom Breast Prosthesis Program
The Nordstrom Breast Prosthesis Program provides custom fittings for women who have undergone a mastectomy, lumpectomy, or other reconstructive breast surgery at select locations nationwide. Learn more ↗
Support is available to help you navigate working while being treated for cancer.
Cancer and Careers
Cancer and Careers helps people with cancer navigate work after a cancer diagnosis—whether in their current role or as they job search—by providing expert advice, interactive tools, and educational events all free-of-charge. Learn more ↗
To help keep your home in order during treatment, free or reduced‑cost cleaning services are available.
Cleaning for a Reason
Cleaning for a Reason extends the gift of free house cleaning to cancer patients, with eligibility open to individuals of any gender and age, battling any type of cancer. Learn more ↗
There are a vast number of organizations that are committed to bringing people together to provide valuable information and support to the breast cancer community.
Breastcancer.org
This organization helps patients and caregivers make sense of complex information about breast health and breast cancer so that they can make the best decisions for their lives. Learn more ↗
The Breasties
The Breasties is the first all-inclusive nonprofit organization that creates community for survivors, previvors, stage 4 thrivers, and caregivers impacted by breast cancer. We’re on a mission to support and improve the experiences of the cancer community through peer-to-peer connection, resources, and advocacy. Learn more ↗
CancerCare
Through CancerCare, professional oncology social workers provide free emotional and practical support for people with cancer, caregivers, and loved ones. Learn more ↗
Cancer Support Communnity
Cancer Support Community (CSC) is a global nonprofit network with 190 locations, including CSC and Gilda's Club centers as well as healthcare partnerships. These locations, along with a toll-free helpline, digital services, and award-winning education materials, provide $50 million in free support services to patients and families each year. Learn more ↗
Sharsheret
Sharsheret offers a community of support to women of all Jewish backgrounds diagnosed with breast cancer. Learn more ↗
Sisters Network Inc.
Sisters Network Inc. is a national non-profit committed to increasing attention to the devastating impact that breast cancer has in the African-American community. The organization has 25+ affiliate chapters that provide support to survivors in local communities. Learn more ↗
Susan G. Komen
Susan G. Komen is dedicated to saving lives by meeting the most critical needs in our communities and investing in breakthrough research to prevent and cure cancer. Learn more ↗
Unite for HER
Unite for HER offers comprehensive integrative support and resources for people with breast cancer to manage treatment side effects and symptoms, promoting and enhancing well-being for life. Learn more ↗
Young Survival Coalition
Young Survival Coalition (YSC) is an international nonprofit dedicated to young adults diagnosed with breast cancer age 40 and under and their co-survivor support networks. Through educational resources and programming, conferences, and local and online support networks, YSC ensures no young adult faces breast cancer alone. Learn more ↗
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