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Metastatic breast cancer support
Information for Day-to-Day Patient Support

Many treatment plans consist of more than just medicine. Read below to learn about several organizations that can help with other aspects of metastatic breast cancer treatment, including travel, nutrition, and more.

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 copyrights of the respective organizations. Novartis is not responsible for the actions of any of these 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. 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

Angel Airlines for Cancer Patients
Angel Airlines for Cancer Patients facilitates no‑cost or reduced‑rate commercial airline tickets for needy cancer patients and their families. Patients use the charitable medical air transportation system to travel to and from distant specialized medical evaluations, diagnoses, or treatments. 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