{"id":4507,"date":"2020-02-06T17:18:30","date_gmt":"2020-02-06T17:18:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.skincancer.org\/?page_id=4507"},"modified":"2024-11-14T20:54:57","modified_gmt":"2024-11-14T20:54:57","slug":"support-resources","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.skincancer.org\/treatment-resources\/support-resources\/","title":{"rendered":"Support Resources"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\"><p>[vc_section][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h1 style=\"text-align: center;\">Skin Cancer Support Resources<\/h1>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column offset=&#8221;vc_col-lg-offset-1 vc_col-lg-10&#8243;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Help for Patients and Caregivers&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h2|text_align:center&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221;][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][\/vc_section][vc_section][vc_row][vc_column width=&#8221;9\/12&#8243;][vc_column_text el_class=&#8221;large&#8221;]<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-4508\" src=\"https:\/\/www.skincancer.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/Robins-Nest-Color-600x526.png\" alt=\"Robins Nest Logo\" width=\"200\" height=\"175\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.skincancer.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/Robins-Nest-Color-600x526.png 600w, https:\/\/www.skincancer.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/Robins-Nest-Color-1024x897.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.skincancer.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/Robins-Nest-Color-768x673.png 768w, https:\/\/www.skincancer.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/Robins-Nest-Color.png 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px\" \/>A skin cancer diagnosis can be physically, emotionally and financially challenging. You\u2019re not alone. Our <strong>Robins Nest<\/strong> program provides you with a carefully curated list of organizations that offer assistance with insurance, health care costs, transportation, coping support and other issues that arise with a skin cancer diagnosis. Find out more about\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.skincancer.org\/treatment-resources\/support-resources\/robins-nest\/\">Robins Nest<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>We&#8217;re here to guide you. <\/strong>Below is a list of support organizations broken down into categories. Note that this is by no means a complete list of organizations. Think of it as a way to help you answer the question: <em>&#8220;Where do I begin?&#8221;<\/em><\/p>\n<p>Start by selecting a category that best describes your need. If you don\u2019t see what you\u2019re looking for, scroll down to review our complete list of resources.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text]<strong>Health Insurance<br \/>\n<\/strong>Visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthcare.gov\/\">HealthCare.gov<\/a> to learn more about enrolling in health insurance plans in the healthcare marketplace. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthcare.gov\">HealthCare.gov<\/a> is a health insurance exchange website operated by the U.S. government under the provisions of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (also known as the ACA and \u201cObamacare\u201d).<\/p>\n<p>Some states have their own healthcare exchanges and may offer extended enrollment periods. It\u2019s important to understand your options and obtain the most comprehensive coverage possible. Should you need further assistance, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthcare.gov\/find-assistance\/\">contact a local insurance navigator<\/a> available at no cost through <a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthcare.gov\">HealthCare.gov<\/a> or through your state-run insurance website.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][vc_column width=&#8221;1\/4&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;page-nav&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.skincancer.org\/treatment-resources\/support-resources-3\/dos-and-donts-for-skin-cancer-patients\/\">Do&#8217;s &amp; Don&#8217;ts for Skin Cancer Patients<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.skincancer.org\/treatment-resources\/support-resources\/robins-nest\/covid-19-and-you\/\">COVID-19 &amp; You<\/a><\/li>\n<li>\n<div><a href=\"https:\/\/www.skincancer.org\/blog\/nine-tips-for-taking-your-medication-safely-what-skin-cancer-patients-need-to-know\/\">9 Tips for Taking Your Medication Safely<\/a><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.skincancer.org\/blog\/building-your-skin-cancer-team\/\">Building Your Skin Cancer Team<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.skincancer.org\/skin-cancer-information\/newly-diagnosed-with-skin-cancer\/\">Newly Diagnosed with Skin Cancer<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][\/vc_section][vc_section el_class=&#8221;news&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1580931264978{background-color: #ffffff !important;}&#8221;][vc_row css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1580931238777{background-color: #ffffff !important;}&#8221;][vc_column][vc_row_inner equal_height=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column_inner el_class=&#8221;support-box-2&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3><strong><a href=\"#treatmentsection\">Treatment Assistance<\/a><\/strong><i class=\"fas fa-arrow-right\"><\/i><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Health care cost assistance<\/li>\n<li>Health insurance assistance<\/li>\n<li>Medication &amp; copay assistance<\/li>\n<li>Pain management<\/li>\n<li>Physician\/Treatment center\/Clinical trials finder<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner el_class=&#8221;support-box-2&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"#financialsection\"><strong>Supplemental Financial Support<\/strong><\/a><i class=\"fas fa-arrow-right\"><\/i><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Food<\/li>\n<li>Lodging\/Housing<\/li>\n<li>Transportation<\/li>\n<li>Other<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner el_class=&#8221;support-box-2&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"#diseasesection\"><strong>Disease Specific Organizations<\/strong><\/a><i class=\"fas fa-arrow-right\"><\/i><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Melanoma<\/li>\n<li>Merkel cell carcinoma<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner equal_height=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column_inner el_class=&#8221;support-box-2&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"#advocacysection\"><strong>Advocate Groups<\/strong><\/a><i class=\"fas fa-arrow-right\"><\/i><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Patient &amp; survivor advocacy<\/li>\n<li>Case management<\/li>\n<li>Legal aid<\/li>\n<li>General organizations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner el_class=&#8221;support-box-2&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"#emsection\"><strong>Coping Support &amp; Reading Resources<\/strong><\/a><i class=\"fas fa-arrow-right\"><\/i><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#psg\">Patient support groups<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Survivorship groups<\/li>\n<li>Young adult groups<\/li>\n<li>Programs to help you<br \/>\nlook and feel better<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#sub-reading\">Reading Resources<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner el_class=&#8221;support-box-2&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3><a href=\"#caregiversection\"><strong>Caregiver &amp; Family Support<\/strong><\/a><i class=\"fas fa-arrow-right\"><\/i><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Caregiver resources<\/li>\n<li>Home care<\/li>\n<li>Hospice &amp; palliative care<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][\/vc_section][vc_section][vc_row el_id=&#8221;treatmentsection&#8221; el_class=&#8221;resource-header&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>TREATMENT ASSISTANCE<br \/>\n<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>If you cannot afford to treat your skin cancer (or think you cannot), financial assistance may be available to help you get the medical care and medications you need. Treatment is important. It can prevent the cancer from spreading or becoming disfiguring. There are steps you can take to get the treatment you need.[\/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/4&#8243;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;3\/4&#8243;][vc_column_text el_class=&#8221;resources-sub-box&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#healthcare\">Health care cost assistance<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#healthinsurance\">Health insurance assistance<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#medication\">Medication &amp; copay assistance<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#pharma\">Pharma patient assistance programs<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#pain\">Pain management<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#finder\">Physician\/Treatment center\/Clinical trials finder<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner el_class=&#8221;content-block&#8221;][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/4&#8243;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Treatment Assistance Resources&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h3|text_align:left&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;3\/4&#8243;][vc_column_text el_id=&#8221;healthcare&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h5><strong><br \/>\nHEALTH CARE COST ASSISTANCE<\/strong><\/h5>\n<h4>Benefits.gov<\/h4>\n<p>You can search Benefits.gov for U.S. government benefits you might be eligible for.<\/p>\n<p>Website: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.benefits.gov\/\">www.benefits.gov\/<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4>Cancer Care<\/h4>\n<p>Cancer Care offers limited financial assistance for cancer-related costs and co-pays, and their professional oncology social workers can help you find additional resources.<\/p>\n<p>Website: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cancercare.org\/financial_assistance\">www.cancercare.org\/financial_assistance<\/a><br \/>\nTelephone: 800.813.HOPE (4673)<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4>Cancer Support Community<\/h4>\n<p>The Cancer Support Community has gathered valuable information from many sources to create an online guide to help you deal with the significant financial matters related to cancer.<\/p>\n<p>Website: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cancersupportcommunity.org\/living-cancer-topics\/managing-cost-cancer-treatment\">www.cancersupportcommunity.org\/living-cancer-topics\/managing-cost-cancer-treatment<\/a><br \/>\nTelephone: 888.793.9355<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4>Dial 211 for Essential Community Services<\/h4>\n<p>In many states, dialing 211 provides a shortcut through the maze of health and human services agencies offering medical support programs. Calls are routed to a local or regional calling center where referral specialists match caller needs to available resources and link or refer them directly to an agency or organization that can help. To find out whether 211 services are offered in your area, visit <a href=\"http:\/\/www.211.org\">211.org<\/a>. Support services vary.<\/p>\n<p>Website: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.211.org\">www.211.org<\/a><br \/>\nTelephone: 211<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4>Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA)<\/h4>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Find a Health Center: <a href=\"https:\/\/findahealthcenter.hrsa.gov\/\">https:\/\/findahealthcenter.hrsa.gov<\/a><\/p>\n<p style=\"font-weight: 400;\">HRSA funds nearly 1,400 <a href=\"https:\/\/bphc.hrsa.gov\/about-health-centers\/what-health-center\">health centers<\/a>. They\u00a0provide affordable, accessible, and high-quality primary health care to underserved communities at more than 15,000 sites.\u00a0Find a Health Center helps you search for\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/bphc.hrsa.gov\/about\/what-is-a-health-center\/index.html\">HRSA-funded health centers<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Telephone: 877-464-4772 (TTY: 877-897-9910), 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. ET, weekdays (except Federal holidays).<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4>National Association of Free &amp; Charitable Clinics<\/h4>\n<p>If you don\u2019t have health insurance and are diagnosed with an early skin cancer, you may be able to find help at a free or low-cost health clinic. Some clinics focus mainly on providing primary medical or dental care, while other clinics provide a wide array of services. Search for one near you.<\/p>\n<p>Website: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nafcclinics.org\/find-clinic\">www.nafcclinics.org\/find-clinic<\/a><br \/>\nTelephone: 703.647.7427<br \/>\nEmail: <a href=\"mailto:Info@nafcclinics.org\">Info@nafcclinics.org<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4>The National Comprehensive Cancer Network<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> (NCCN<sup>\u00ae<\/sup>) Reimbursement Resource Room<\/h4>\n<p>The NCCN Virtual Reimbursement Resource Room is available for patients to search for reimbursement help and services available to help mitigate reimbursement challenges.<\/p>\n<p>Website: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nccn.org\/reimbursement_resource_room\/default.aspx\">www.nccn.org\/reimbursement_resource_room\/default.aspx<\/a><br \/>\nTelephone: 215.690.0300<br \/>\nEmail: <a href=\"mailto:tredwell@nccn.org\">tredwell@nccn.org<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4>Patient Advocate Foundation<\/h4>\n<p>The Patient Advocate Foundation serves as an active liaison between the patient and the insurer, employer and\/or creditors to ensure access to care, maintenance of employment and reservation of financial stability. Case managers, doctors and attorneys work through the Foundation. View their Case Management services page, or click &#8220;Explore Our Resources&#8221; on the top menu of the website to see a list of support services offered<\/p>\n<p>Website: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.patientadvocate.org\/\">www.patientadvocate.org<\/a><br \/>\nTelephone: 800.532.5274<br \/>\nEmail: <a href=\"mailto:help@patientadvocate.org\">help@patientadvocate.org<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4>Vital Options\u00ae International Vital Grant Program<\/h4>\n<p>The Selma Schimmel Vital Grant is a financial support program focused on helping patients and families who are enduring financial hardship while battling cancer and other life-threatening illnesses. The Vital Grant program funds things like transportation to treatment, treatment costs, medication, groceries and other expenses. The program is administered by Vital Options International&#8217;s partner foundations with the capacity and infrastructure to accept applications from patients and families and distribute the funds.<\/p>\n<p>Website:<a href=\"https:\/\/www.vitaloptions.org\/voi-vital-grants\/\"> www.vitaloptions.org\/voi-vital-grants\/<\/a><br \/>\nTelephone: 818.508.5657<br \/>\nEmail: <a href=\"mailto:info@vitaloptions.org\">info@vitaloptions.org<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator style=&#8221;dotted&#8221; border_width=&#8221;3&#8243; el_id=&#8221;healthinsurance&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h5><strong>HEALTH INSURANCE ASSISTANCE<\/strong><\/h5>\n<h4>Cancer Care<\/h4>\n<p>Cancer Care offers limited financial assistance for cancer-related costs and co-pays, and their professional oncology social workers can help you find additional resources.<\/p>\n<p>Website: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cancercare.org\/financial_assistance\">www.cancercare.org\/financial_assistance<\/a><br \/>\nTelephone: 800.813.HOPE (4673)<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4>The Healthwell Foundation<\/h4>\n<p>The Healthwell Foundation is a leading nonprofit dedicated to improving access to care for America&#8217;s underinsured. The following programs are now open:<\/p>\n<p><strong>Melanoma: Medicare Access<\/strong> (Copay)<br \/>\n<strong>Melanoma: Medicare Access <\/strong>(Premium)<br \/>\n<strong><br \/>\nPlease Note:<\/strong> Funding is limited, and disease fund statuses may change quickly. Assistance is awarded on a first-come, first-served basis and subject to each foundation\u2019s criteria.<\/p>\n<p>Website: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.healthwellfoundation.org\">www.healthwellfoundation.org<\/a><br \/>\nTelephone: 800.675.8416<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4>The National Comprehensive Cancer Network<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> (NCCN<sup>\u00ae<\/sup>) Reimbursement Resource Room<\/h4>\n<p>The NCCN Virtual Reimbursement Resource Room is available for patients to search for reimbursement help and services available to help mitigate reimbursement challenges.<\/p>\n<p>Website: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nccn.org\/reimbursement_resource_room\/default.aspx\">www.nccn.org\/reimbursement_resource_room\/default.aspx<\/a><br \/>\nTelephone: 215.690.0300<br \/>\nEmail: <a href=\"mailto:tredwell@nccn.org\">tredwell@nccn.org<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4>Patient Advocate Foundation Personalized Medicine CareLine<\/h4>\n<p>The Patient Advocate Foundation offers a Personalized Medicine CareLine to assist patients, caregivers and providers who are encountering barriers accessing targeted therapies, immunotherapies or clinical trials that have been recommended. CareLine services include assisting with prior authorizations, screening and enrollment in insurance and social programs, appeals assistance, coding and billing issues, disability eligibility and enrollment, debt crisis and cost of living assistance and identifying solutions to out of pocket medical costs.<\/p>\n<p>Website: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.patientadvocate.org\/\">www.patientadvocate.org<\/a><strong><br \/>\n<\/strong>Connect with services: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.patientadvocate.org\/connect-with-services\/case-management-services-and-medcarelines\/\">www.patientadvocate.org\/connect-with-services\/case-management-services-and-medcarelines\/<\/a><br \/>\nOnline assistance form: <a href=\"https:\/\/patientadvocate.qualtrics.com\/jfe\/form\/SV_9Ww6p8qW4Fy0fiZ\">patientadvocate.qualtrics.com\/jfe\/form\/SV_9Ww6p8qW4Fy0fiZ<\/a><strong><br \/>\n<\/strong>Telephone: 866.460.1928<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4>Patient Advocate Foundation<\/h4>\n<p>The Patient Advocate Foundation serves as an active liaison between the patient and the insurer, employer and\/or creditors to ensure access to care, maintenance of employment and reservation of financial stability. Case managers, doctors and attorneys work through the Foundation. View their Case Management services page, or click &#8220;Explore Our Resources&#8221; on the top menu of the website to see a list of support services offered.<\/p>\n<p>Website: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.patientadvocate.org\/\">www.patientadvocate.org<\/a><br \/>\nTelephone: 800.532.5274<br \/>\nEmail: <a href=\"mailto:help@patientadvocate.org\">help@patientadvocate.org<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator style=&#8221;dotted&#8221; border_width=&#8221;3&#8243; el_id=&#8221;medication&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h5><strong>MEDICATION AND CO-PAY ASSISTANCE<\/strong><\/h5>\n<h4>Patient Advocate Foundation (PAF) Copay Relief<\/h4>\n<p>The PAF Co-Pay Relief Program provides direct financial assistance to insured patients who meet certain qualifications to help them pay for the prescriptions and\/or treatments they need. This assistance helps patients afford the out-of-pocket costs for these items that their insurance companies require.<\/p>\n<p>Website: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.patientadvocate.org\/connect-with-services\/copay-relief\/\">www.patientadvocate.org\/connect-with-services\/copay-relief\/<\/a><br \/>\nTelephone: 866.512.3861<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4>Patient Access Network (PAN) Foundation<\/h4>\n<p>The Patient Access Network Foundation is dedicated to providing help and hope to underinsured patients unable to afford high cost specialty medications. PAN provides financial assistance to support the cost sharing obligations (i.e., co-pays, deductibles) of patients through nearly 60 disease-specific programs designed to help patients being treated for certain chronic illnesses, rare diseases and cancers including advanced basal cell carcinoma and metastatic melanoma.<\/p>\n<p>PAN also has a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.panfoundation.org\/find-disease-fund\/\">Fund Finder<\/a> where you can sign up to receive alerts for available funding related to your diagnosis.<\/p>\n<p>Website: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.PANFoundation.org\">www.PANFoundation.org<\/a><br \/>\nTelephone: 866.316.7263<br \/>\nEmail: info@panfoundation.org<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4>Patient Services Inc.<\/h4>\n<p>A nonprofit premium and copayment foundation serving people with a range of medical conditions, Patient Services Inc. provides funding for bone metastases and metastatic melanoma.<\/p>\n<p>Website: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.patientservicesinc.org\/\">www.patientservicesinc.org\/<\/a><br \/>\nTelephone: 800.366.7741<br \/>\nContact form: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.patientservicesinc.org\/contact\">www.patientservicesinc.org\/contact<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator style=&#8221;dotted&#8221; border_width=&#8221;3&#8243; el_id=&#8221;pharma&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h5><strong>PHARMACEUTICAL PATIENT ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS<br \/>\n<\/strong><\/h5>\n<p>Pharmaceutical companies often provide assistance to help patients get access to the medications they need. Below is a list of companies that offer patient assistance.<\/p>\n<ul class=\"pharma-co-list\">\n<li><strong>Amgen Assist First Step Program\u00ae(Imlygic\u00ae) <\/strong><br \/>\nWebsite: <a href=\"https:\/\/amgenfirststep.com\/\">amgenfirststep.com\/<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Array ACTS\u2122 (Braftovi\u2122; Mektovi\u00ae) <\/strong><br \/>\nWebsite: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.braftovimektovi.com\/\">www.braftovimektovi.com\/<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Bristol-Myers Squibb\u2019s Access Support\u00ae(Yervoy\u00ae;Opdivo\u00ae) <\/strong><br \/>\nWebsite: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.bmsaccesssupport.bmscustomerconnect.com\/cms__Main?name=patient\">www.bmsaccesssupport.bmscustomerconnect.com\/cms__Main?name=patient<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Genentech Access to Care Foundation\u00ae(Zelboraf\u00ae; Cotellic\u00ae)<\/strong><br \/>\nWebsite: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.genentech-access.com\/patient\/brands\/zelboraf.html\">www.genentech-access.com\/patient\/brands\/zelboraf.html<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>Novartis Patient Assistance Now Oncology (PANO)\u00ae(Tafinlar\u00ae; Mekinist\u00ae)<\/strong><br \/>\nWebsite: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.oncologyaccessnow.com\/\">www.oncologyaccessnow.com\/<\/a><\/li>\n<li><strong>The Merck Access Program\u00ae(Keytruda\u00ae)<\/strong><br \/>\nWebsite: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.merckaccessprogram-keytruda.com\/hcc\/the-merck-patient-assistance-program\/\">www.merckaccessprogram-keytruda.com\/hcc\/the-merck-patient-assistance-program\/<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h4>PhRMA\u2019s Medicine Assistance Tool (MAT)<\/h4>\n<p>MAT is an online directory designed to help patients, caregivers and health care providers learn more about and search through the resources that the pharmaceutical industry offers.<\/p>\n<p>Website: <a href=\"https:\/\/medicineassistancetool.org\/My-Resources\">medicineassistancetool.org\/My-Resources<\/a><br \/>\nOnline contact form: <a href=\"https:\/\/medicineassistancetool.org\/Contact-Us\">medicineassistancetool.org\/Contact-Us<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator style=&#8221;dotted&#8221; border_width=&#8221;3&#8243; el_id=&#8221;pain&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h5><strong>PAIN MANAGEMENT<\/strong><\/h5>\n<h4>American Society of Regional Anesthesia and Pain Medicine (ASRA)<\/h4>\n<p>ASRA is a partner of the American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA) focusing on pain management therapies and treatments. Their website includes information on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.asra.com\/page\/45\/types-of-chronic-pain\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">specifics of cancer pain<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.asra.com\/page\/44\/the-specialty-of-chronic-pain-management\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">chronic pain management<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.asra.com\/page\/46\/treatment-options-for-chronic-pain\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">treatment options for chronic pain<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>Website: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.asra.com\/page\/45\/types-of-chronic-pain\">www.asra.com\/page\/45\/types-of-chronic-pain<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator style=&#8221;dotted&#8221; border_width=&#8221;3&#8243; el_id=&#8221;finder&#8221;][vc_tta_accordion shape=&#8221;square&#8221; color=&#8221;white&#8221; c_icon=&#8221;chevron&#8221; c_position=&#8221;right&#8221; active_section=&#8221;100&#8243;][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Find a clinical trial&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1580935340809-8e6d0cf7-8126&#8243;][vc_column_text]<strong>The National Comprehensive Cancer Network<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> (NCCN<sup>\u00ae<\/sup>)<br \/>\n<\/strong>National Comprehensive Cancer Center member institutions conduct clinical trials trials funded by the NCCN Oncology Research Program (ORP). <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nccn.org\/clinical_trials\/funded_clinical_trials.aspx\">Click here<\/a> for a list broken out by cancer type or use the link below to search for a trial.<br \/>\nWebsite: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nccn.org\/patients\/about\/default.aspx\">www.nccn.org\/patients\/about\/default.aspx<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>The Alliance for Clinical Trials in Oncology<\/strong><br \/>\nThis group develops and conducts clinical trials with promising new cancer therapies and utilizes the best science to develop optimal treatment and prevention strategies for cancer, as well as researches methods to alleviate side effects of cancer and cancer treatments.<\/p>\n<p>Website: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.allianceforclinicaltrialsinoncology.org\">www.allianceforclinicaltrialsinoncology.org<\/a><br \/>\nTelephone: 877.442.2542<br \/>\nEmail: <a href=\"mailto:info@alliancefoundationtrials.org\">info@alliancefoundationtrials.org<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>National Cancer Institute (NCI)<\/strong><br \/>\nNCI is the US government\u2019s source of information on the latest cancer treatments and clinical trials, as well as insurance, hospice and home care. Callers to the toll-free number can be referred to community activities and support services. Spanish speakers are available.<\/p>\n<p>Website: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.cancer.gov\">www.cancer.gov<\/a><br \/>\nTelephone: 800.4.CANCER (422.6237)<br \/>\nEmail: <a href=\"mailto:cancergovstaff@mail.nih.gov\">cancergovstaff@mail.nih.gov<\/a><\/p>\n<p><b>Please note:<\/b> The Skin Cancer Foundation provides links to search tools to help you locate physicians and other health care programs. These links are provided as a resource and do not signify our endorsement of the physicians and programs listed therein.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Find a dermatologist&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1580935340852-16727897-8964&#8243;][vc_column_text]<strong>Skin Cancer Foundation physician finder<br \/>\n<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.skincancer.org\/treatment-resources\/find-a-dermatologist\/\">www.skincancer.org\/treatment-resources\/find-a-dermatologist\/<\/a><\/p>\n<p><strong>American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) physician finder<br \/>\n<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.aad.org\/public\">www.aad.org\/public#<\/a><\/p>\n<p><b>Note:<\/b> The Skin Cancer Foundation provides links to search tools to help you locate physicians and other health care programs. These links are provided as a resource and do not signify our endorsement of the physicians and programs listed therein.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Find a treatment center&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1580935463912-c7a351b8-11c2&#8243;][vc_column_text]<strong>National Comprehensive Cancer Network (NCCN) member institutions:<\/strong><br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.nccn.org\/members\/network.aspx\">www.nccn.org\/members\/network.aspx<\/a><\/p>\n<p><b>Note:<\/b> The Skin Cancer Foundation provides links to search tools to help you locate physicians and other health care programs. These links are provided as a resource and do not signify our endorsement of the physicians and programs listed therein.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][\/vc_tta_accordion][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][\/vc_section][vc_section][vc_row el_id=&#8221;financialsection&#8221; el_class=&#8221;resource-header&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>SUPPLEMENTAL FINANCIAL SUPPORT<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>In addition to health care costs, skin cancer patients may require assistance with transportation to and from treatment, housing and lodging if travel is necessary, as well as other expenses. Below are some places to turn for help.[\/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/4&#8243;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;3\/4&#8243;][vc_column_text el_class=&#8221;resources-sub-box&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#food\">Food<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#lodging\">Cancer Center Lodging\/Housing<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#transportation\">Transportation<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#other\">Other<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner el_class=&#8221;content-block&#8221;][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/4&#8243;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Financial Support Resources&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h3|text_align:left&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;3\/4&#8243;][vc_separator style=&#8221;dotted&#8221; border_width=&#8221;3&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h4>Cancer Support Community<\/h4>\n<p>The Cancer Support Community has gathered valuable information from many sources to create an online guide to will help you deal with the significant financial matters related to cancer.<\/p>\n<p>Website: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cancersupportcommunity.org\/living-cancer-topics\/managing-cost-cancer-treatment?utm_source=facebook%20ad&amp;utm_medium=&amp;utm_campaign=cost%20of%20care&amp;utm_term=cost&amp;utm_content=FB%20ad\">www.cancersupportcommunity.org\/living-cancer-topics\/managing-cost-cancer-treatment<\/a><br \/>\nTelephone: 888.793.9355[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator style=&#8221;dotted&#8221; border_width=&#8221;3&#8243; el_id=&#8221;food&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h5><strong><br \/>\nFOOD<\/strong><\/h5>\n<h4>Feeding America<\/h4>\n<p>Feeding America\u2019s mission is to feed America\u2019s hungry through a nationwide network of member food banks. Visit their website or call their hotline to find the food bank closest to you.<\/p>\n<p>Website: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.feedingamerica.org\/\">www.feedingamerica.org<\/a><br \/>\nTelephone: 800.771.2303<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4>Dial 211 for Essential Community Services<\/h4>\n<p>In many states, dialing 211 provides a shortcut through the maze of health and human services agencies offering medical support programs. Calls are routed to a local or regional calling center where referral specialists match caller needs to available resources, and link or refer them directly to an agency or organization that can help. to find out whether 211 services are offered in your area, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/211.org\">211.org<\/a>.\u00a0Support services vary.<\/p>\n<p>Website: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.211.org\">www.211.org<\/a><br \/>\nTelephone: 211[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator style=&#8221;dotted&#8221; border_width=&#8221;3&#8243; el_id=&#8221;lodging&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h5><strong>CANCER CENTER LODGING\/HOUSING<\/strong><\/h5>\n<p>Many hotels near cancer centers and major health care facilities offer discounts to patients. Below is a list of housing resources for patients and their families when they travel for medical treatment.<\/p>\n<h4>American Cancer Society Hope Lodge<\/h4>\n<p>The American Cancer Society Hope Lodge is available in many states, helping cancer patients and their caregivers can find free lodging when home is far away. See the website for details. If there is no Hope Lodge in your state, call 1.800.227.2345 for lodging assistance.<\/p>\n<p>Website: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.cancer.org\/treatment\/supportprogramsservices\/hopelodge\/\">www.cancer.org\/treatment\/supportprogramsservices\/hopelodge\/<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4>Cancer Support Community<\/h4>\n<p>In 2019, Airbnb announced a strategic partnership with the Cancer Support Community to provide free housing for cancer patients and caregivers, provided they meet certain geographic and income criteria.<\/p>\n<p>Website: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cancersupportcommunity.org\/airbnb\">www.cancersupportcommunity.org\/airbnb<\/a><br \/>\nTelephone: 877.793.0498<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4>Joe\u2019s House<\/h4>\n<p>A nationwide lodging guide for cancer patients.<br \/>\nWebsite: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.joeshouse.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">www.joeshouse.org<\/a><br \/>\nTelephone: 877.563.7468<br \/>\nEmail: <a href=\"mailto:info@joeshouse.org\">info@joeshouse.org<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][vc_tta_accordion shape=&#8221;square&#8221; color=&#8221;white&#8221; c_icon=&#8221;chevron&#8221; c_position=&#8221;right&#8221; active_section=&#8221;100&#8243; collapsible_all=&#8221;true&#8221;][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Facilities near cancer centers&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1580936454536-60d2169a-4c93&#8243;][vc_column_text]<strong>Dana-Farber Cancer Institute<\/strong><br \/>\nLodging for patients and families. Located in Boston, Massachusetts.<\/p>\n<p>Website: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.dana-farber.org\/for-patients-and-families\/becoming-a-patient\/planning-your-visit\/places-to-stay-near-dana-farber\/\">www.dana-farber.org\/for-patients-and-families\/becoming-a-patient\/planning-your-visit\/places-to-stay-near-dana-farber\/<\/a><br \/>\nTelephone: 617.632.3750<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>Fox Chase Cancer Center<\/strong><br \/>\nLodging for patients and families. Located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.<\/p>\n<p>Website: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.fccc.edu\/patients\/resources\/lodging\/index.html\">www.fccc.edu\/patients\/resources\/lodging\/index.html<\/a><br \/>\nTelephone: 888.369.2427<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center <\/strong><br \/>\nLodging for patients and families. Housing is offered through the Seattle Cancer Care Alliance, located in Seattle, Washington.<\/p>\n<p>Website: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.seattlecca.org\/housing-information\">www.seattlecca.org\/housing-information<\/a><br \/>\nTelephone: 206.606.7263<br \/>\nEmail <a href=\"mailto:housing@seattlecca.org\">housing@seattlecca.org<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>Hosts for Hospitals<\/strong><br \/>\nLodging for patients and families. Located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.<\/p>\n<p>Website: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.hostsforhospitals.org\/\">www.hostsforhospitals.org\/<\/a><br \/>\nTelephone: 484.380.2999<br \/>\nEmail: <a href=\"mailto:lodging@hostsforhospitals.org\">lodging@hostsforhospitals.org<\/a><br \/>\nOnline contact form: <a href=\"https:\/\/hostsforhospitals.org\/contact\/\">https:\/\/hostsforhospitals.org\/contact\/<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>Mayo Clinic<\/strong><br \/>\nLodging assistance for patients and families. Located in Arizona, Florida and Minnesota.<\/p>\n<p>Website: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/patient-visitor-guide\/\">www.mayoclinic.org\/patient-visitor-guide\/<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>MD Anderson Cancer Center<\/strong><br \/>\nPatient Travel Services provided by MD Anderson has access to MD Anderson airline, lodging and ground transportation discounts and rates for patients and their families. Located in Houston, Texas.<\/p>\n<p>Website: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.mdanderson.org\/patient-and-cancer-information\/guide-to-md-anderson\/getting-here\/lodging.html\">www.mdanderson.org\/patient-and-cancer-information\/guide-to-md-anderson\/getting-here\/lodging.html<\/a><br \/>\nTelephone: 866.964.2459<br \/>\nEmail: <a href=\"mailto:patienttravel@mdanderson.org\">patienttravel@mdanderson.org<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>The Sidney Kimmel Comprehensive Cancer Center at Johns Hopkins Hospital<\/strong><br \/>\nLodging assistance for patients and their families. Located in Baltimore, Maryland.<\/p>\n<p>Website: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hopkinsmedicine.org\/the_johns_hopkins_hospital\/planning_visit\/hotels_housing\/hotels.html\">www.hopkinsmedicine.org\/the_johns_hopkins_hospital\/planning_visit\/hotels_housing\/hotels.html<\/a><br \/>\nTelephone: 410.464.6713 or 410.955.5000 for Maryland residents<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center<\/strong><br \/>\nLodging assistance for patients and their families. Located in Chapel Hill, North Carolina.<\/p>\n<p>Website: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.secufamilyhouse.org\/staying-here\">www.secufamilyhouse.org\/staying-here<\/a><br \/>\nTelephone: 919.932.8000<br \/>\nOnline contact form: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.secufamilyhouse.org\/about\/contact-us\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">www.secufamilyhouse.org\/about\/contact-us<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][\/vc_tta_accordion][vc_separator style=&#8221;dotted&#8221; border_width=&#8221;3&#8243; el_id=&#8221;transportation&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h5>Transportation<\/h5>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_tta_accordion shape=&#8221;square&#8221; color=&#8221;white&#8221; c_icon=&#8221;chevron&#8221; c_position=&#8221;right&#8221; active_section=&#8221;100&#8243; collapsible_all=&#8221;true&#8221;][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Air Transportation&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1580935541733-36da07be-ffb9&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h4>Angel Flight East<\/h4>\n<p>AFE facilitates free air transportation to children and adults in need of medical treatment far from home. AFE&#8217;s footprint is from Virginia to Ohio to Maine but for destinations beyond that the organization links up with other volunteer pilot organizations.<\/p>\n<p>Website: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.angelflighteast.org\">www.angelflighteast.org<\/a><br \/>\nTelephone: 215.358.1900<br \/>\nEmail: missions@angelflighteast.org<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4>Angel Flight Central<\/h4>\n<p>Angel Flight Central serves people in need by arranging charitable flights for health care or other humanitarian purposes.<\/p>\n<p>Website: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.angelflightcentral.org\">www.angelflightcentral.org<\/a><br \/>\nPhone: 866.569.9464<br \/>\nEmail: <a href=\"mailto:request@angelflightcentral.org\">request@angelflightcentral.org<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4>Angel Flight West<\/h4>\n<p>Angel Flight West is one of six regional Angel Flight organizations that work with Mercy Medical Airlifts to take patients to health care facilities or distant destinations free of charge.<\/p>\n<p>Website: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.angelflightwest.org\">www.angelflightwest.org<\/a><br \/>\nTelephone: 888.426.2643<br \/>\nEmail: <a href=\"mailto:coordination@angelflightwest.org\">coordination@angelflightwest.org<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4>Angel Flight<\/h4>\n<p>Angel Flight was created by a group of pilots who believe in the benefit of volunteering. See their nationwide flight locator:<\/p>\n<p>Website: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.angelflight.com\/locator\/\">www.angelflight.com\/locator\/<\/a><br \/>\nPhone: 918.749.8992<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4>Air Care Alliance<\/h4>\n<p>Air Care Alliance is a nonprofit public service organization supporting the work of volunteer-based charitable organizations whose members fly to help others. See their nationwide flight locator:<\/p>\n<p>Website: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.aircarealliance.org\/directory-groups\">www.aircarealliance.org\/directory-groups<\/a><br \/>\nRequest a flight: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.aircarealliance.org\/submit-request-for-assistance\/\">www.aircarealliance.org\/submit-request-for-assistance\/<\/a><br \/>\nEmail: <a href=\"mailto:info@aircarealliance.org\">info@aircarealliance.org<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4>Corporate Angel Network<\/h4>\n<p>Corporate Angel Network provides space on corporate and private jets free of charge to cancer patients who must travel long distances for treatment. <strong>Please note:<\/strong> you may register online but you must also <strong>speak directly with them<\/strong>. You may ask to be called or call them directly.<\/p>\n<p>Website: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.corpangelnetwork.org\">www.corpangelnetwork.org<\/a><br \/>\nTelephone: 914.328.1313<br \/>\nOnline contact form:\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.corpangelnetwork.org\/#\/ContactUs\">www.corpangelnetwork.org\/#\/ContactUs<\/a><br \/>\nEmail: <a href=\"mailto:info@corpangelnetwork.org\">info@corpangelnetwork.org<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4>Mercy Medical Angels<\/h4>\n<p>Mercy Medical Angels provides transportation on the ground and in the air to clinical care for those in need, ensuring that no one is denied medical care because they don\u2019t have transportation.<\/p>\n<p>Website: <a href=\"https:\/\/mercymedical.org\/\">mercymedical.org\/<\/a><br \/>\nTelephone: 757.318.9174<br \/>\nOnline contact form: <a href=\"https:\/\/mercymedical.org\/contact-us\/\">mercymedical.org\/contact-us\/<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4>MD Anderson Cancer Center Patient Travel Services<\/h4>\n<p>MD Anderson\u2019s Patient Travel Program offers discounts on unrestricted, changeable, non-penalty airfares as well as change fee waivers on restricted fares from anywhere in the United States (and most of the world) for patients and their caregivers coming to Houston.<\/p>\n<p>Website: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mdanderson.org\/patients-family\/becoming-our-patient\/getting-to-md-anderson\/traveling-to-houston.html\">www.mdanderson.org\/patients-family\/becoming-our-patient\/getting-to-md-anderson\/traveling-to-houston.html<\/a><br \/>\nTelephone: 888.848.9992<br \/>\nEmail: <a href=\"mailto:patienttravel@mdanderson.org\">patienttravel@mdanderson.org<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4>Patient Advocate Foundation<\/h4>\n<p>The Patient Advocate Foundation offers a fund for patients with Merkel cell carcinoma (MCC).<br \/>\nOnce approved, the fund provides one-time assistance of $450 to cover transportation-related expenses connected to treatment appointments. Eligible patients include those who are undergoing active treatment, have received treatment within the previous six months, or will be receiving treatment in the next 60 days. Each patient must meet household income guidelines and provide diagnosis documentation in order to finalize the application.<\/p>\n<p>Website: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.patientadvocate.org\/connect-with-services\/financial-aid-funds\/\">www.patientadvocate.org\/connect-with-services\/financial-aid-funds\/<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][vc_tta_section title=&#8221;Ground Transportation&#8221; tab_id=&#8221;1580935541766-1f18ae10-1ad3&#8243;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h4>Access2Care<\/h4>\n<p>Access2Care manages the transportation experience for those receiving non-emergency medical transportation benefits through Medicaid or Medicare.<\/p>\n<p>Website: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.access2care.net\/\">www.access2care.net\/<\/a><br \/>\nOnline contact form: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.access2care.net\/contact\">www.access2care.net\/contact<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4>American Cancer Society\/Lyft Road to Recovery Program<\/h4>\n<p>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.<\/p>\n<p>Website: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cancer.org\/treatment\/support-programs-and-services\/road-to-recovery.html\">www.cancer.org\/treatment\/support-programs-and-services\/road-to-recovery.html<\/a><br \/>\nTelephone: 800.227.2345<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4>Uber Health<\/h4>\n<p>Uber partners with numerous doctors and health facilities for patient transportation services.<\/p>\n<p>Website: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uberhealth.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">www.uberhealth.com<\/a><br \/>\nOnline contact form: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.uberhealth.com\/landing\/enroll\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">www.uberhealth.com\/landing\/enroll<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4>Ride United<\/h4>\n<p>Ride United is a transportation access initiative launched by United Way with partners like Lyft and the 211 network. It addresses unmet transportation needs for individuals and families across the U.S.<\/p>\n<p>Website: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.unitedway.org\/our-impact\/featured-programs\/2-1-1\/ride-united\">www.unitedway.org\/our-impact\/featured-programs\/2-1-1\/ride-united<\/a><br \/>\nTelephone: Dial 211[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_tta_section][\/vc_tta_accordion][vc_separator style=&#8221;dotted&#8221; border_width=&#8221;3&#8243; el_id=&#8221;other&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h5>Other<\/h5>\n<h4>Dial 211 for Essential Community Services<\/h4>\n<p>In many states, dialing 211 provides a shortcut through the maze of health and human services agencies offering medical support programs. Calls are routed to a local or regional calling center where referral specialists match caller needs to available resources and link or refer them directly to an agency or organization that can help. To find out whether 211 services are offered in your area, visit www.211.org. Support services vary.<\/p>\n<p>Website: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.211.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">www.211.org<\/a><br \/>\nTelephone: 211[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][\/vc_section][vc_section][vc_row el_id=&#8221;diseasesection&#8221; el_class=&#8221;resource-header&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>DISEASE SPECIFIC INFORMATION<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/4&#8243;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;3\/4&#8243;][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner el_class=&#8221;content-block&#8221;][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/4&#8243;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Disease Specific Resources&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h3|text_align:left&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#melanoma\">Melanoma<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#merkel\">Merkel cell carcinoma<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;3\/4&#8243;][vc_column_text el_id=&#8221;melanoma&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h5><strong>Melanoma<\/strong><\/h5>\n<h4>American Melanoma Foundation<\/h4>\n<p>The American Melanoma Foundation maintains a support group in San Diego, CA and will advise anyone wanting to start a support group. AMF also gives information about melanoma from screening to staging and clinical trials that patients may wish to join.<\/p>\n<p>Website: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.myamf.org\/\">www.myamf.org<\/a><br \/>\nTelephone: 858.882.7712<br \/>\nOnline contact form: <a href=\"https:\/\/melanomafoundation.org\/contact\">melanomafoundation.org\/contact<\/a><br \/>\nEmail: <a href=\"mailto:info@melanomafoundation.org\">info@melanomafoundation.org<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4>Melanoma International Foundation<\/h4>\n<p>The Melanoma International Foundation&#8217;s phone number is a &#8220;patient navigation hotline&#8221; to help patients and their families gain a better understanding of the disease and where to go for treatment. Most answers to questions and information are offered via email.<\/p>\n<p>Website: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.melanomainternational.org\">www.melanomainternational.org<\/a><br \/>\nTelephone: 866.463.6663<br \/>\nEmail: <a href=\"mailto:contact@melanomainternational.org\">contact@melanomainternational.org<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4>Melanoma Research Foundation (MRF)<\/h4>\n<p>Committed to the support of medical research in finding effective treatments and eventually a cure for melanoma, MRF can assist in locating cancer treatment centers specializing in melanoma or specifically pediatric, ocular or mucosal melanomas.<\/p>\n<p>Website <a href=\"http:\/\/www.melanoma.org\">www.melanoma.org<\/a><br \/>\nTelephone: 800.673.1290<br \/>\nEmail: <a href=\"mailto:info@melanoma.org\">info@melanoma.org<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4>Patient Access Network (PAN) Foundation<\/h4>\n<p>The Patient Access Network Foundation (PAN) is dedicated to providing help and hope to underinsured patients unable to afford high cost specialty medciations. PAN provides financial assistance to support the cost sharing obligations (i.e., co-pays, deductibles) of patients through nearly 60 disease-specific programs designed to help patients being treated for certain chronic illnesses, rare diseases and cancers. The PAN website also has a <a href=\"https:\/\/fundfinder.panfoundation.org\">FundFinder<\/a> with up to date availability of funding resources for specific diseases. Two of PAN&#8217;s programs are for patients with advanced basal cell carcinoma and metastatic melanoma.<\/p>\n<p>Website <a href=\"http:\/\/www.PANFoundation.org\">www.PANFoundation.org<\/a><br \/>\nTelephone: 866.316.7263<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4>Patient Services Incorporated (PSI)<\/h4>\n<p>PSI provides financial support and guidance for qualified patients with specific, rare chronic diseases.<\/p>\n<p>Website: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.patientservicesinc.org\/\">www.patientservicesinc.org\/<\/a><br \/>\nTelephone: 800.366.7741<br \/>\nContact form: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.patientservicesinc.org\/contact\">www.patientservicesinc.org\/contact<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4>Kelly\u2019s Dream<\/h4>\n<p>Kelly&#8217;s dream raises awareness of melanoma and provides financial assistance for patients in the state of Maryland.<\/p>\n<p>Website: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.kellysdream.org\/\">www.kellysdream.org\/<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator style=&#8221;dotted&#8221; border_width=&#8221;3&#8243; el_id=&#8221;merkel&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h5><strong>Merkel Cell Carcinoma<\/strong><\/h5>\n<h4>MerkelCell.org<\/h4>\n<p>MerkelCell.org was created by physicians and researchers who work on Merkel cell carcinoma (MCC), a rare and aggressive skin cancer, to answer frequently asked questions and provide accurate information about this disease.<\/p>\n<p>Website: <a href=\"https:\/\/merkelcell.org\">merkelcell.org<\/a><br \/>\nEmail: <a href=\"mailto:mccteam@uw.edu\">mccteam@uw.edu<\/a><br \/>\nFind an MCC specialist: <a href=\"https:\/\/merkelcell.org\/resources\/find-a-specialist\/\">merkelcell.org\/resources\/find-a-specialist\/<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4>Patient Advocate Foundation<\/h4>\n<p>The Patient Advocate Foundation offers a fund for patients with Merkel cell carcinoma (MCC).<\/p>\n<p>Once approved, the fund provides one-time assistance of $450 to cover transportation-related expenses connected to treatment appointments. Eligible patients include those who are undergoing active treatment, have received treatment within the previous six months, or will be receiving treatment in the next 60 days. Each patient must meet household income guidelines and provide diagnosis documentation in order to finalize the application.<\/p>\n<p>Website: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.patientadvocate.org\/connect-with-services\/financial-aid-funds\/\">www.patientadvocate.org\/connect-with-services\/financial-aid-funds\/<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4>Merkel Cell Carcinoma Seattle Support Group<\/h4>\n<p>This support group is a flexible, open discussion group located in Seattle, WA for anyone touched by Merkel cell carcinoma (MCC), including patients, spouses, family and friends. This is an informal opportunity to meet others coping with MCC, share stories and information, answer questions and provide support. They have first-hand knowledge and experience to share about treatments, clinical research trials and coping with MCC.<\/p>\n<p>Website: <a href=\"https:\/\/sites.google.com\/site\/merkelcellcarcinomaseattle\/home\">sites.google.com\/site\/merkelcellcarcinomaseattle\/home<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][\/vc_section][vc_section][vc_row el_id=&#8221;advocacysection&#8221; el_class=&#8221;resource-header&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>ADVOCATE GROUPS<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>The following advocacy organizations offer programs and services for patients and survivors to help them navigate the complex landscape of a skin cancer diagnosis and improve both their quality of care and quality of life.[\/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/4&#8243;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;3\/4&#8243;][vc_column_text el_class=&#8221;resources-sub-box&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#advocacy\">Patient &amp; survivor advocacy<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#case\">Case management<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#legalaid\">Legal aid<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#general\">General organizations<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner el_class=&#8221;content-block&#8221;][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/4&#8243;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Advocacy Resources&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h3|text_align:left&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;3\/4&#8243;][vc_column_text el_id=&#8221;advocacy&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h5><strong><br \/>\nPATIENT AND SURVIVOR ADVOCACY<\/strong><\/h5>\n<h4>Cancer Support Community\/Gilda\u2019s Club<\/h4>\n<p>Cancer Support Community provides a vast range of professional programs offering emotional support, education and hope for people impacted by cancer at no charge. Their services are online as well as 175 locations worldwide and include extensive educational materials in many languages. See the survivorship and advocacy sections of the website for more information.<\/p>\n<p>Website: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cancersupportcommunity.org\/\">www.cancersupportcommunity.org\/<\/a><br \/>\nSupport links: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.cancersupportcommunity.org\/get-suppor\">https:\/\/www.cancersupportcommunity.org\/get-suppor<\/a>t<br \/>\nTelephone: 888.793.9355<br \/>\nEmail: <a href=\"mailto:help@cancersupportcommunity.org\">help@cancersupportcommunity.org<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4>Patient Advocate Foundation<\/h4>\n<p>The Patient Advocate Foundation serves as an active liaison between the patient and the insurer, employer and\/or creditors to ensure access to care, maintenance of employment and reservation of financial stability. Case managers, doctors and attorneys work through the Foundation. View their Case Management services page, or click <strong>&#8220;Explore Our Resources&#8221;<\/strong> on the top menu of the website to see a list of support services offered.<\/p>\n<p>Website: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.patientadvocate.org\/\">www.patientadvocate.org<\/a><br \/>\nTelephone: 800.532.5274<br \/>\nEmail: <a href=\"mailto:help@patientadvocate.org\">help@patientadvocate.org<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4>National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship<\/h4>\n<p>This survivor-led organization works on behalf of the country&#8217;s more than 9 million cancer survivors and the millions more living with, through and beyond this disease.<\/p>\n<p>Website: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.canceradvocacy.org\/\">www.canceradvocacy.org<\/a><br \/>\nTelephone: 877.622.7937 \u00a0or 800.532.5274<br \/>\nEmail: <a href=\"mailto:info@canceradvocacy.org\">info@canceradvocacy.org<\/a><u><\/u><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4>The National Comprehensive Cancer Network<sup>\u00ae<\/sup> (NCCN<sup>\u00ae<\/sup>)<\/h4>\n<p>NCCN is a not-for-profit alliance of 28 leading cancer centers dedicated to improving and facilitating quality, effective, efficient and accessible cancer care so patients can live better lives. The NCCN website includes a list of NCCN Cancer Centers, clinical guidelines for patients and expert guidance from the world&#8217;s leading doctors and cancer centers free of charge.<\/p>\n<p>Website: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nccn.org\/patientresources\/patient-resources\">https:\/\/www.nccn.org\/patientresources\/patient-resources<\/a><br \/>\nTelephone: 215.690.0300<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4>Vital Options\u00ae International<\/h4>\n<p>A leader in patient advocacy, Vital Options is\u00a0committed to giving a voice to patients, caregivers, families and healthcare professionals through their Vital Conversations and Advocacy In Action programs. This blend of patient stories and insights from healthcare professionals provides patients and their families valuable guidance about the treatment and support they need.<\/p>\n<p>Advocacy in Action: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.vitaloptions.org\/advocacy-in-action\/\">www.vitaloptions.org\/advocacy-in-action\/<\/a><br \/>\nTelephone: 818.508.5657<br \/>\nEmail: <a href=\"mailto:info@vitaloptions.org\">info@vitaloptions.org<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator style=&#8221;dotted&#8221; border_width=&#8221;3&#8243; el_id=&#8221;case&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h5><strong>CASE MANAGEMENT<\/strong><\/h5>\n<h4>Patient Advocate Foundation<\/h4>\n<p>The Patient Advocate Foundation serves as an active liaison between the patient and the insurer, employer and\/or creditors to ensure access to care, maintenance of employment and reservation of financial stability. Case managers, doctors and attorneys work through the Foundation. View their Case Management services page, or click <strong>&#8220;Explore Our Resources&#8221;<\/strong> on the top menu of the website to see a list of support services offered.<\/p>\n<p>Website: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.patientadvocate.org\/\">www.patientadvocate.org<\/a><br \/>\nTelephone: 800.532.5274<br \/>\nEmail: <a href=\"mailto:help@patientadvocate.org\">help@patientadvocate.org<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator style=&#8221;dotted&#8221; border_width=&#8221;3&#8243; el_id=&#8221;legalaid&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h5><strong>LEGAL AID<\/strong><\/h5>\n<h4>National Cancer Legal Services Network (NCLSN)<\/h4>\n<p>NCLSN hosts a huge number of organizations across the U.S. that provide legal services to cancer patients, caregivers and families, including representation for issues such as advocacy, career and insurance disputes.<\/p>\n<p>Website: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.nclsn.org\/\">www.nclsn.org\/<\/a><br \/>\nOnline contact: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.nclsn.org\/contact-us\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">www.nclsn.org\/contact-us\/<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator style=&#8221;dotted&#8221; border_width=&#8221;3&#8243; el_id=&#8221;general&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h5>General Organizations<\/h5>\n<h4>American Academy of Dermatology (AAD)<\/h4>\n<p>The AAD represents virtually all practicing dermatologists in the U.S., as well as a growing number of international dermatologists. It provides information and educational material on all aspects of melanoma, other skin cancers and skin care. A \u201cFind a Dermatologist\u201d listing is offered on the website.<\/p>\n<p>Website: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.aad.org\/diseases\/skin-cancer\">www.aad.org\/diseases\/skin-cancer<\/a><br \/>\nTelephone: 888.462.3376<br \/>\nOnline contact us form: <a href=\"https:\/\/server.aad.org\/Forms\/ContactUs\/?\">server.aad.org\/Forms\/ContactUs\/<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4>Cancer Support Community\/Gilda\u2019s Club<\/h4>\n<p>Cancer Support Community provides a vast range of professional programs offering emotional support, education and hope for people impacted by cancer at no charge. Their services are online as well as 175 locations worldwide and include extensive educational materials in many languages. See the survivorship and advocacy sections of the website for more information.<\/p>\n<p>Website: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cancersupportcommunity.org\/\">www.cancersupportcommunity.org\/<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Worldwide cancer helpline: 888.793.9355<br \/>\nTelephone:202.659.9709<br \/>\nFax: 202.974.7999<br \/>\nEmail: <a href=\"mailto:help@cancersupportcommunity.org\">help@cancersupportcommunity.org<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4>Dial 211 for Essential Community Services<\/h4>\n<p>In many states, dialing 211 provides a shortcut through the maze of health and human services agencies offering medical support programs. Calls are routed to a local or regional calling center where referral specialists match caller needs to available resources and link or refer them directly to an agency or organization that can help. To find out whether 211 services are offered in your area, visit www.211.org. Support services vary.<\/p>\n<p>Website: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.211.org\">www.211.org<\/a><br \/>\nTelephone: 211<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4>The National Comprehensive Cancer Network\u00ae (NCCN\u00ae)<\/h4>\n<p>NCCN is a not-for-profit alliance of 28 leading cancer centers dedicated to improving and facilitating quality, effective, efficient and accessible cancer care so patients can live better lives. The NCCN website includes a list of NCCN Cancer Centers, clinical guidelines for patients and expert guidance from the world&#8217;s leading doctors and cancer centers free of charge.<\/p>\n<p>Website: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nccn.org\/patients\/about\/default.aspx\">www.nccn.org\/patients\/about\/default.aspx<\/a><br \/>\nTelephone: 215.690.0300<br \/>\nOnline contact form: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nccn.org\/patients\/contact\/default.aspx\">www.nccn.org\/patients\/contact\/default.aspx<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][\/vc_section][vc_section][vc_row el_id=&#8221;emsection&#8221; el_class=&#8221;resource-header&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>COPING SUPPORT &amp; READING RESOURCES<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>A skin cancer diagnosis can cause both physical and emotional pain. The organizations listed below offer programs and services to help patients heal the mind and body during treatment and recovery. Many cancer centers, hospitals and medical centers also maintain support groups for their patients and family members so ask your doctor or local hospital whether such a group is available near you.<\/p>\n<p>Our Reading Resources section includes books that provide education, guidance and motivation.[\/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/4&#8243;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;3\/4&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; el_class=&#8221;resources-sub-box&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#support\">Support groups<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#youngadult\">Young adult groups<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#exercise\">Programs to help you look &amp; feel better<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#sub-reading\">Reading Resources<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner el_class=&#8221;content-block&#8221;][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/4&#8243;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Coping Support &amp; Reading Resources&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h3|text_align:left&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221; css=&#8221;&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;3\/4&#8243;][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221; el_id=&#8221;support&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h5 id=\"psg\"><strong>Patient Support Groups<\/strong><\/h5>\n<h4 class=\"xmsonormal\">CancerBuddy App<\/h4>\n<p class=\"xmsonormal\"><b><\/b>CancerBuddy is a free peer support smartphone app for iOS and Android devices that helps patients, survivors and caregivers find resources, emotional support, medical information and a community of peers going through similar experiences within their cancer hospital, city or state. This initiative aims to make the experience of dealing with cancer a little less lonely for patients, caregivers and survivors.<\/p>\n<p class=\"xmsonormal\">More info: <a title=\"https:\/\/bonemarrow.org\/support-and-financial-aid\/support\/about-cancerbuddy\" href=\"https:\/\/bonemarrow.org\/support-and-financial-aid\/support\/about-cancerbuddy\" data-outlook-id=\"ecd0e6c9-e2c5-444b-a685-7b8251cc1a48\">https:\/\/bonemarrow.org\/support-and-financial-aid\/support\/about-cancerbuddy<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4>Cancer Support Community\/Gilda\u2019s Club<\/h4>\n<p>Cancer Support Community provides a vast range of professional programs offering emotional support, education and hope for people impacted by cancer at no charge. Their services are online as well as 175 locations worldwide and include extensive educational materials in many languages.<\/p>\n<p>Website: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cancersupportcommunity.org\/\">www.cancersupportcommunity.org\/<\/a><br \/>\nWorldwide cancer helpline: 888.793.9355<br \/>\nTelephone:202.659.9709<br \/>\nFax: 202-974-7999<br \/>\nEmail: <a href=\"mailto:help@cancersupportcommunity.org\">help@cancersupportcommunity.org<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4>Cancer.net<\/h4>\n<p>Cancer.net is a comprehensive compilation of linked resources approved by the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) to help manage the physical, emotional and social effects of cancer, including support groups and online communities.<\/p>\n<p>Website: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cancer.net\/coping-with-cancer\/finding-social-support-and-information\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">www.cancer.net\/coping-with-cancer\/finding-social-support-and-information<\/a><br \/>\nTelephone: 888.651.3038<br \/>\nEmail: contactus@cancer.net<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-5254 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/www.skincancer.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/CURE_2018_SAP_Seal-600x533.png\" alt=\"cure seal\" width=\"200\" height=\"178\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.skincancer.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/CURE_2018_SAP_Seal-600x533.png 600w, https:\/\/www.skincancer.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/CURE_2018_SAP_Seal-768x683.png 768w, https:\/\/www.skincancer.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/CURE_2018_SAP_Seal.png 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px\" \/>CURE<\/h4>\n<p>CURE\u00ae Media Group\u2019s flagship magazine and online resource curetoday.com provide access to leading resources and information that serve as a guide to every stage of the cancer experience.<\/p>\n<p>Website: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.curetoday.com\/\">curetoday.com<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4>Imerman Angels<\/h4>\n<p>Imerman Angels is a peer-to-peer support community that connects cancer fighters, survivors, previvors and caregivers with their own personal cancer confidante whose life experience and cancer story is much the same as theirs. This service is free for anyone who seeks connection, empathy and support within the cancer community.<br \/>\n<b><br \/>\n<\/b>More info: <a title=\"https:\/\/imermanangels.org\" href=\"https:\/\/imermanangels.org\" data-outlook-id=\"5220115d-a936-4c21-aea1-82eec45031ad\">https:\/\/imermanangels.org<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4 class=\"xmsonormal\">Red Door Community<\/h4>\n<p class=\"xmsonormal\">Formerly known as Gilda\u2019s Club NYC, Red Door Community is a nonprofit cancer support organization. The community provides a full complement of free cancer support, emotional and educational programs and healthy lifestyle workshops online and in-person. Red Door Community is committed to providing unwavering support at every stage of the cancer experience, so no one faces cancer alone.<\/p>\n<p class=\"xmsonormal\">Website<b>: <\/b><a title=\"https:\/\/reddoorcommunity.org\" href=\"https:\/\/reddoorcommunity.org\" data-outlook-id=\"4244a2f2-f48a-4d4f-a5f5-559bb3f15fb8\">https:\/\/reddoorcommunity.org<\/a><\/p>\n<p class=\"xmsonormal\">Become a member: <a title=\"https:\/\/reddoorcommunity.org\/become-a-member\/\" href=\"https:\/\/reddoorcommunity.org\/become-a-member\/\" data-outlook-id=\"148fd065-e6b7-49c1-8706-1adbac01eb89\">Free online membership sign up form<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4>SkinCancer.net<\/h4>\n<p>Providing patients and caregivers with a platform to learn, educate and connect with peers and health care professionals, SkinCancer.net provides tools and resources to help manage your disease and improve your quality of life.<\/p>\n<p>Website: <a href=\"https:\/\/skincancer.net\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">skincancer.net<\/a><br \/>\nTelephone: 484-985-9715<br \/>\nEmail: Contact@skincancer.net<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4>Smart Patients<\/h4>\n<p>Smart Patients is an online community of support for patients and families.<\/p>\n<p>Website: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.smartpatients.com\/home\">www.smartpatients.com\/home<\/a><br \/>\nOnline contact form: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.smartpatients.com\/contact\">www.smartpatients.com\/contact<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4>SurvivorNet<\/h4>\n<p>SurvivorNet collaborates with the top doctors and cancer centers in the U.S. to create medically reviewed content to help cancer patients, survivors and caregivers get accurate information, comfort and hope.<\/p>\n<p>Website: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.survivornet.com\">www.survivornet.com<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator style=&#8221;dotted&#8221; border_width=&#8221;3&#8243; el_id=&#8221;youngadult&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h5>Young Adult Support<\/h5>\n<h4>First Descents<\/h4>\n<p>First Descents provides life-changing outdoor adventures for young adults (ages 18 &#8211; 39) impacted by cancer and other serious health conditions.<\/p>\n<p>Website: <a href=\"https:\/\/firstdescents.org\">firstdescents.org<\/a><br \/>\nTelephone: 303.945.2490<br \/>\nEmail: <a href=\"mailto:info@firstdescents.org\">info@firstdescents.org<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4>Stupid Cancer<\/h4>\n<p>Stupid Cancer&#8217;s mission is to empower young adults (ages 15-39) affected by cancer by ending isolation and building community. Their website has a list of resources including many that provide financial assistance for young adults with a cancer diagnosis, meet-up group possibilities and an annual four day gathering called CancerCon<sup>\u00ae<\/sup>.<\/p>\n<p>Website: <a href=\"https:\/\/stupidcancer.org\">stupidcancer.org<\/a><br \/>\nTelephone: 877.735.4673<br \/>\nOnline contact form: <a href=\"https:\/\/stupidcancer.org\/contact\/\">stupidcancer.org\/contact\/<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator style=&#8221;dotted&#8221; border_width=&#8221;3&#8243; el_id=&#8221;exercise&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h5><strong>Exercise and other programs to help you look and feel better<\/strong><\/h5>\n<h4>LIVESTRONG at the YMCA<\/h4>\n<p>LIVESTRONG assists those who are living with, through or beyond cancer to regain strength and connect with other cancer survivors. LIVESTRONG at the YMCA participants experience improved fitness and quality of life as well as significant decreases in cancer-related fatigue. It is open to adults 18 years or older at low or no cost.<\/p>\n<p>Website: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.livestrong.org\/ymca-search\">www.livestrong.org\/ymca-search<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4>Look Good Feel Better<\/h4>\n<p>Sponsored by the American Cancer Society and the Cosmetic, Toiletry and Fragrance Association, Look Good Feel Better teaches beauty techniques to cancer patients during and after chemotherapy, immunotherapy and radiation.<\/p>\n<p>Website: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.lookgoodfeelbetter.org\">www.lookgoodfeelbetter.org<\/a><br \/>\nTelephone: 1.800-395.LOOK<br \/>\nContact us form: <a href=\"https:\/\/lookgoodfeelbetter.org\/contact-us\/#contact-us\">lookgoodfeelbetter.org\/contact-us\/#contact-us<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4>Wigs for Cancer<\/h4>\n<p>Since 2008, Andrew DiSimone and staff have been volunteering cutting and styling wigs for the American Cancer Society\u2019s Look Good Feel Better program. People experiencing medical hair loss due to cancer and cancer treatments can receive a free wig and have it cut\/styled by Andrew at the Hope Lodge in New York City.<\/p>\n<p>Website: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cancer.org\/treatment\/support-programs-and-services\/patient-lodging\/hope-lodge\/new-york-city\/\">www.cancer.org\/treatment\/support-programs-and-services\/patient-lodging\/hope-lodge\/new-york-city\/<\/a><br \/>\nFor Adults in NYC: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hairplacenyc.com\/free-wigs-for-cancer\/\">www.hairplacenyc.com\/free-wigs-for-cancer\/<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h5 id=\"sub-reading\"><strong>Reading Resources<\/strong><\/h5>\n<p>Whether you\u2019re navigating a diagnosis or trying to instill sun-smart behavior in your child \u2014 or yourself \u2014 there\u2019s a book to help you do it. We\u2019ve rounded up the latest reads on skin cancer and sun protection for all ages, written by dermatologists \u2014 from a cutting-edge guide on melanoma from a leading expert to a graphic novel to convince kids that sun protection is cool. We\u2019ll add more as we find them. Check out our reviews below.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Title:<\/strong> <em>Beating Melanoma: The Ultimate Patient Resource <\/em>(A Johns Hopkins Press Health Book)<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-8537 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/www.skincancer.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/Beating-Melanoma-cover-388x600.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"330\" height=\"510\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.skincancer.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/Beating-Melanoma-cover-388x600.jpg 388w, https:\/\/www.skincancer.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/Beating-Melanoma-cover-663x1024.jpg 663w, https:\/\/www.skincancer.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/Beating-Melanoma-cover-768x1186.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.skincancer.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/Beating-Melanoma-cover.jpg 971w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 330px) 100vw, 330px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Author:<\/strong> Steven Q Wang, MD, director of dermatologic oncology at Hoag Family Cancer Institute in Newport Beach, California, and chair of The Skin Cancer Foundation Photobiology Committee<\/p>\n<p><strong>For:<\/strong> Ages 18+. It\u2019s a comprehensive guide for anyone with a melanoma diagnosis \u2014 at any stage, including post-treatment.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Why it\u2019s a must-read: <\/strong>This book gives readers access to top skin cancer doctors, including Dr. Wang himself and 25 other renowned melanoma experts from leading institutions. The book begins in what Dr. Wang calls \u201cthe mad rush\u201d phase, the often-stressful time after a diagnosis when you\u2019re gathering info, seeing specialists and starting treatment, and ends in \u201cthe marathon phase,\u201d a section to help readers understand that preventing melanoma is a lifelong commitment. There are QR codes throughout the book to take readers to videos with melanoma experts on topics that need more explanation. <em>Beating Melanoma<\/em> provides the most up-to-date information available on the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of melanoma.<\/p>\n<p><strong>A surprising takeaway: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.skincancer.org\/skin-cancer-information\/melanoma\/\">Melanoma is the deadliest<\/a> of the three most common types of skin cancer. Still, this book delivers information on a serious topic in a calming and optimistic way, so patients feel empowered and hopeful about life during and after melanoma.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Sold on: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Beating-Melanoma-Ultimate-Patient-Resource\/dp\/142144948X\/ref=sr_1_1?crid=XYWU3PH8J7Z6&amp;dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.paSPs_pq7Y88qICG2Mqpng.psuYDKfYuAQ5p_x8STiKRU5qvJzwckHwHfzKHPc-8p0&amp;dib_tag=se&amp;keywords=%3A+Beating+Melanoma%3A+The+Ultimate+Patient+Resource&amp;qid=1727886355&amp;sprefix=beating+melanoma+the+ultimate+patient+resource+%2Caps%2C158&amp;sr=8-1\">Amazon<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>Title:<\/strong> <em>Skinventurez: The Sunscreaming Summer <\/em><strong> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-8538 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/www.skincancer.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/The-Sunscreaming-Summer-cover-391x600.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"260\" height=\"399\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.skincancer.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/The-Sunscreaming-Summer-cover-391x600.jpg 391w, https:\/\/www.skincancer.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/The-Sunscreaming-Summer-cover-668x1024.jpg 668w, https:\/\/www.skincancer.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/The-Sunscreaming-Summer-cover-768x1178.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.skincancer.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/The-Sunscreaming-Summer-cover.jpg 978w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 260px) 100vw, 260px\" \/><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Author:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skincancer.org\/blog\/a-creative-outlet-to-cope-with-cancer\/\">Tamara Lazic Strugar, MD<\/a>, New York City-based dermatologist<\/p>\n<p><strong>Illustrator<\/strong>: Lea Embeli<\/p>\n<p><strong>For:<\/strong> Ages 6 to 12. Tweens who like graphic novels will enjoy this engaging story that underscores the importance of sunscreen, even on cloudy days.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Why it\u2019s a must-read: <\/strong><em>The Sunscreaming Summer <\/em>tells the story of Mia, Luka and some friends enjoying summer break with a mystery to solve: Why does Mia and Luka\u2019s father look a bit ghostly? Luka also learns a painful lesson about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skincancer.org\/skin-cancer-prevention\/\">sun exposure<\/a> on a cloudy day, which requires an educational trip to a dermatologist.<\/p>\n<p><strong>A surprising takeaway: <\/strong>The kids in the book are inspired by and named after Dr. Lazic Strugar\u2019s children, and she and her husband, John, are also characters. Dr. Lazic Strugar wrote this book to serve as a creative outlet while dealing with a stage IV cancer diagnosis, and to leave a legacy for her profession and family. <strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Sold on: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/Sunscreaming-Summer-Graphic-Novel-Skinventurez\/dp\/B0CCZV6FT5\">Amazon<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;&#8221;]<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><strong>Title<\/strong><em><strong>:<\/strong><\/em><em> Dermboy Saves Vacation! An Adventure in Sun Safety<\/em><strong> <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-8539 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/www.skincancer.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/Dermboy-book-cover.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"265\" height=\"331\" \/><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Author:<\/strong> Brian Matthys, DO, a dermatologist in Kansas City, with Scott Emmons, children\u2019s author<\/p>\n<p><strong>Illustrator:<\/strong> Ren\u00e9e Andriani<strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>For:<\/strong> Ages 4 to 8. Young kids can learn about the dangers of unprotected sun exposure and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skincancer.org\/skin-cancer-prevention\/sun-protection\/sunscreen\/\">the importance of sunscreen <\/a>through a superhero character called \u201cDermboy.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><strong>Why it\u2019s a must-read: <\/strong>Kids can have difficulty conceptualizing the dangers of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.skincancer.org\/risk-factors\/uv-radiation\/\">ultraviolet (UV) exposure<\/a>. The book teaches kids about sun safety through fun storytelling about Dermboy, a superhero who fearlessly protects kids from \u201cRojo the Lobster\u201d up in the sky. Dermboy\u2019s \u201cweapons\u201d include sunscreen, hats and a high-tech UV tracker<\/p>\n<p><strong>A surprising takeaway: <\/strong>The UV tracker that Dermboy arms the main characters with is a real product developed by Dr. Matthys, designed for the Apple Watch.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Sold on:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B0B53WFWV3?tag=&amp;linkCode=osi&amp;th=1&amp;psc=1\">Amazon<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][\/vc_section][vc_section][vc_row el_id=&#8221;caregiversection&#8221; el_class=&#8221;resource-header&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h3 style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong>CAREGIVER &amp; FAMILY SUPPORT<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][vc_row_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/4&#8243;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;3\/4&#8243;][vc_column_text el_class=&#8221;resources-sub-box&#8221;]<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"#caregiver\">Caregiver resources<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#homecare\">Home care<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#hospice\">Hospice &amp; palliative care<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner el_class=&#8221;content-block&#8221;][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;1\/4&#8243;][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;Caregiver Resources&#8221; font_container=&#8221;tag:h3|text_align:left&#8221; use_theme_fonts=&#8221;yes&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][vc_column_inner width=&#8221;3\/4&#8243;][vc_column_text el_id=&#8221;caregiver&#8221;]<\/p>\n<h5>Caregiver Support<\/h5>\n<h4>National Family Caregivers Association (NFCA)<\/h4>\n<p>A grassroots organization that educates, supports and speaks out on behalf of caregivers, NFCA strives to improve the caregiver&#8217;s quality of life by raising public awareness.<\/p>\n<p>Website<strong>:\u00a0<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.caringcommunity.org\/\">www.caringcommunity.org\/<\/a><br \/>\nTelephone: 707.539.2364<br \/>\nEmail: <a href=\"mailto:info@thefamilycaregiver.org\">info@thefamilycaregiver.org<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4>Cancer Care<\/h4>\n<p>Cancer care offers support groups, publications and podcasts for caregivers along with a multitude of other educational resources and offerings.<\/p>\n<p>Website: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cancercare.org\/tagged\/caregiving\">www.cancercare.org\/tagged\/caregiving<\/a><br \/>\nTelephone: 800.813.4673<br \/>\nEmail: info@cancercare.org<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4>Caregiver Action Network<\/h4>\n<p>Caregiver Action Network offers new funding for local volunteer programs to provide non-medical care to older adults, persons with disabilities and their caregivers.<\/p>\n<p>Website: <a href=\"https:\/\/caregiveraction.org\/\">caregiveraction.org\/<\/a><br \/>\nTelephone: 855.227.3640<br \/>\nContact form: <a href=\"https:\/\/caregiveraction.zendesk.com\/hc\/en-us\/requests\/new\">caregiveraction.zendesk.com\/hc\/en-us\/requests\/new\u00a0<\/a><br \/>\nEmail: info@caregiveraction.org<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4>SkinCancer.net<\/h4>\n<p>Providing patients and caregivers with a platform to learn, educate and connect with peers and health care professionals, SkinCancer.net provides tools and resources to help manage your disease and improve your quality of life.<\/p>\n<p>Telephone: 484.985.9715<br \/>\nEmail: <a href=\"mailto:Contact@skincancer.net\">Contact@skincancer.net<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator style=&#8221;dotted&#8221; border_width=&#8221;3&#8243; el_id=&#8221;homecare&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h5><strong>Home Care<\/strong><\/h5>\n<h4>Dial 211 for Essential Community Services<\/h4>\n<p>In many states, dialing 211 provides a shortcut through the maze of health and human services agencies offering medical support programs. Calls are routed to a local or regional calling center where referral specialists match caller needs to available resources and link or refer them directly to an agency or organization that can help. To find out whether 211 services are offered in your area, visit www.211.org. Support services vary.<\/p>\n<p>Website: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.211.org\">www.211.org<\/a><br \/>\nTelephone: 211<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4>Elder Helpers<\/h4>\n<p>Elder Helpers provides free elder care. Volunteers help carry groceries, run errands, give rides, entertain, help make phone calls, write letters, read and assist with cleaning and cooking.<\/p>\n<p>Website: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.elderhelpers.org\/\">www.elderhelpers.org\/<\/a><br \/>\nEmail: <a href=\"mailto:help@elderhelpers.org\">help@elderhelpers.org<\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h4>Senior Bridge<\/h4>\n<p>Senior Bridge specializes in caring for people who have complex chronic medical or cognitive conditions and taking care of them in their home environment. Licensed nurses and social workers provide professional oversight, planning, coordination and implementation of care plans. They make regular home visits, ensure doctor\u2019s orders are followed, reconcile and monitor medications and more.<\/p>\n<p>Website: <a href=\"http:\/\/www.seniorbridge.com\/\">www.seniorbridge.com<\/a><br \/>\nTelephone: 855.627.3684[\/vc_column_text][vc_separator style=&#8221;dotted&#8221; border_width=&#8221;3&#8243; el_id=&#8221;hospice&#8221;][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h5><strong>Hospice &amp; Palliative Care<\/strong><\/h5>\n<h4>National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization<\/h4>\n<p>The Caring Info Program of the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization provides free resources to help people make decisions about end-of-life care and services before a crisis. 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