CANCER

CANCER
Road to Recovery Provided by American Cancer Society
Great West Division Provides FREE ambulatory cancer patients
with ground transportation to and from cancer treatments
800-227-2345
Advance notice may be required to arrange transportation.
American Cancer Society
602-224-7479
or 800-227-2345
Cancer Treatment Centers of America
800-931-9299 or 888-394-3141
www.cancercenter.com
Guestroom Program
866-500-3272
- Lodging for cancer patients who must
come to the Phoenix or Tucson area for
outpatient treatment but cannot afford a
place to stay
Western Regional Medical Center
Goodyear, AZ
General Inquiries: 623-286-5000
www.cancer.org
Cancer Resource Center
602-952-7556
- Loan of Wigs
- Electro-larynx
- Various supplies
- Provides transportation
- Patient and family education classes
- One-on-one visitation programs
Oncology Information
800-392-7355
-Specialists available 24 hours a day,
every day to discuss treatment options
Transportation
-To those who qualify, free roundtrip
airline tickets and transportation to and
from the airport
Support Services for Caregivers
-Family Counseling/Support Groups
-Spiritual Support
-Mind-Body Medicine Offerings
-Online Message Board Community
Valley Urologic Associates
623-935-5522
www.valleyurologicassociates.com
Precision Trials LLC/ Arizona Wellness Center
for Women
602-931-4507
www.research@precisiontrials.com
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Arizona Institute for
Breast Health
480-860-4200
www.aibh.org
- Provides a free second opinion for those
diagnosed with breast cancer outlining
treatment options
- Patient advocate provides support
throughout treatment
- Community resource referrals
Bag It Cancer Resources
520-575-9602
www.bagit4u.org
- Provides newly diagnosed cancer patients
and their families with bags containing
resources and support materials
- Based out of Tucson
Banner Boswell
602-230-CARE
Support Groups Reaching
(2273)
Banner Boswell Support Services Bldg.
Juniper Room
13180 N. 103rd Dr.
Sun City, AZ
Banner Thunderbird
602-865-5450
Medical Center
Cancer Care Counseling
Medical Library in the Outpatient Center
Call Patti Jensen for further information
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Support for individuals with breast cancer
Third Wednesday of each month
―I Can Cope‖: 1 to 2 p.m.
―Social Support‖: 2 to 3 p.m.
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A Support Group for Adult Cancer
Patients/ Family Members/ Friends
Uses shared experiences & emotional
support to help Members Cope
Cost is Free
2nd & 4th Wednesday of Each Month
1830-2030 hrs
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Bosom Buddies
24-hr Hotline
Administration
www.bosombuddies-az.org
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602-231- 6648
602-265-2776
24-hour hotline for women with questions
about breast cancer
Support Groups – LaQuinta Inn Suites at
16321 N 83rd Ave., Peoria, AZ
1st Thursday of each month from 6:308:30pm. Free of charge. Contact - Dianne
Scudder: 623-979-4279
Distributes donated wigs
Mastectomy bras and prostheses
Informational literature/ books/ videos
Susan G. Komen for the Cure 602-544-2873
Komen’s National Breast Care Helpline
877-465-6636
www.komenphoenix.org
www.cancercare.org
Susan G. Komen for the Cure® and
CancerCare’s Linking A.R.M.S.™
Linking A.R.M.S.™ is a partnership between
Susan G. Komen for the Cure® and CancerCare.
For those who are eligible, Linking A.R.M.S.™
provides financial assistance grants of up to $350.
These grants can be used for oral chemotherapy
and hormonal therapy medications, pain and antinausea medication, medical equipment and
lymphedema support and supplies.
Partnership for Prescription Assistance (PPA)
888-477-2669 www.pparx.org
Offers low-cost and free prescription drug
programs for those with limited income
NeedyMeds Helpline
978-865-4115
www.needymeds.com
Provides
information on how to find pharmaceutical
manufacturer assistance programs.
Susan G. Komen for the Cure® and the
Patient Advocate Foundation’s Co-Pay Relief
Program
866-512-3861
www.copays.org
The Co-Pay Relief Program (CPR) is a
Air Charity Network
877-621-7177 partnership between Susan G. Komen for the
www.aircharitynetwork.org
Cure® and the Patient Advocate Foundation
A nonprofit, volunteer-driven organization that
(PAF). CPR provides direct financial support for
arranges free non-emergency air travel for
pharmaceutical drug co-payment assistance to
children and adults with serious medical
insured patients, including those with Medicare
conditions and other compelling needs. Network
Part D, who qualify. This program offers call
consists of 1600 pilot’s throughout the western
counselors who personally guide patients through
states that donate their aircraft, piloting skills, and the enrollment process.
all flying costs to help families inaccessible
because of financial, medical, or geographic
limitations.
Raquel’s Wings for Life
940-627-1050
or 817-723-5388
www.raquelswingsforlife.com
Transports cancer patients free of cost to patient
or family.
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Medical Center for Cancer &
Blood Disorders
at Phoenix Children’s Hospital
www.phoenixchildrens.com
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Camp Sunrise
602-546-0920
Camp Rainbow is held for one week
every summer for children ages 7-17 who
have or had cancer
Rainbow Kids Activities are held
throughout the year. Activities are for any
age, and their families.
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1-866-593-4234
1-800-227-2345
Four separate camp programs
Teen Retreats
Support Services for Parents
One-Week Summer Camp
Winter Weekend Retreat
Additional Year-Round Activities for
Cancer Patients or Survivors-ages 8-15
Camp Wannahealyah
480-656-4983
1- 888-635-6621
www.campwannahealyah.org
American Institute for Cancer Research
800-843-8114
www.aicr.org
Free camp for Pediatric Cancer Patients &
families to promote a positive, natural healing
experience.
Provides fund cutting-edge research and give
people practical tools and information to help
them prevent — and survive — cancer.
Creative Networks
623-876-9970
Caregiver Services
Kids Can Cope
602-865-5450
Banner Thunderbird Medical Center
Desert Cancer Foundation
480-763-6897
of Arizona
Locks of Love
888-896-1588
www.locksoflove.org
- Provides hairpieces for youth age 18 and
younger that have lost their hair due to
any type of medical condition
Man-to-Man
866-500-3272
Toll Free- 800-227-2345
- Prostate cancer survivors visit one-on-one
with prostate cancer patients providing
support & information so patients can
make informed decisions about the
disease & their options
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Support group for children with any type
of cancer
Mammography
480-967-3767
Mobile On-Site
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Singleton Moms
www.singletonmoms.org
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602-743-8873
Provides financial support, housecleaning
assistance, meals, and other services to
single mothers undergoing cancer
treatment and recovery
Sun Health Cancer
Support Groups
623-876-4999
or 623-876-4995
Banner Boswell
- Cancer Patients can share information and
support one another
- Groups facilitated by oncology nurse
Saint Joseph’s Hospital
and Medical Center
Women’s Wellness Center
350 W. Thomas Rd.
Phoenix, Arizona 85013
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480-657-1000
Must meet eligibility requirements
Free Clinical Breast Exams/
Mammograms/ Pap tests/ Pelvic Exams to
women age 50 and older who meet
income guidelines and have no health
insurance or who do have health insurance
that does not cover the screening tests
Us Too
or
623-876-4999
623-876-4995
Mayo 602-973-4000
Banner Boswell & Mayo Clinic
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Virginia Piper Cancer
Center
602-406-3715
Support for men with prostate cancer
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Wellness Community
Community of Arizona
360 E Palm Lane
Phoenix, AZ 85004
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602-712-1006
Educational Workshops & Presentations
Yoga
Tai Chi
Journaling
Photo Album Making
Clay Modeling
Watercolor Painting
Seasonal Parties
Potlucks
Movie Nights
Other Social Activities for Adults &
Teens with Cancer, their Families, and
their Friends
Well Woman Health
Check Program
1-888-257-8502
Wellness Community of Arizona cont’d:
Kid2Kid / Family2Family Programs
- Support program for children who have a
parent or grandparent with cancer
- Children play, draw, and make new
friends
- Emphasis is on learning about change;
feelings, and new coping skills
- Adult family members create their own
group while the children are meeting in
their own age-appropriate group
- Programs held monthly
- Food Provided - RSVP Required
Networking Groups
- Cancer Patients & Caregivers learn about
latest treatments/ clinical
trials/information sharing about their
specific cancer
- Stress Management
- Relaxation & visualization sessions
Support Groups facilitated by Licensed
Clinical Staff for Individuals with Cancer,
their Family Members, Friends, and
Caregivers
Yavapai County
928-442-5491
Community Health Services
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Young Women’s
Cancer Support Group
Banner Thunderbird
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602-865-5450
Professionally facilitated peer support
group for women age 18-40 who have
been diagnosed with cancer
Free mammograms – call for
qualifications