Resources for Cancer

ARTHUR™ cartoon episode "The Great MacGrady"

A unique collaboration among Livestrong™, PACT, and WGBH public media allowed the creation of a special episode of Arthur™ that addresses the topic of cancer. In it, Arthur and his friends learn together how to cope when their lunch lady, Mrs. MacGrady, is diagnosed with cancer. Read the family activity booklet in English or Spanish for the story, ideas about talking with children about cancer, and activities for families.

American Cancer Society (ACS)

Provides information on talking to children about cancer, as well as numerous other cancer-related topics. (www.cancer.org)

American Psychosocial Oncology Society (APOS)

Provides a free Helpline to connect patients and families with local counseling services, as well as webcasts for professionals on topics such as “Cancer 101 for Mental Health Professionals,” and “Psychosocial Aspects of Cancer Survivorship” (co-sponsored by the Lance Armstrong Foundation). (www.apos-society.org)

American Society for Clinical Oncology (ASCO), People Living With Cancer

Offers educational information for patients and families. (www.plwc.org)

Breast Cancer.org

This organization offers medical information about current treatments and research in breast cancer care and survivorship. (www.breastcancer.org)

CancerCare

The mission of this national nonprofit is to provide free professional help to people with all cancers through counseling, education, information, and referral and direct financial assistance. They offer online, telephone, and face-to-face support groups to those affected by cancer. (www.cancercare.org)

Lance Armstrong Foundation (LAF)

LAF offers information and services to cancer survivors and the professionals who care for them. (www.livestrong.org)

Living Beyond Breast Cancer

A national education and support organization with the goal of improving quality of life and helping patients take an active role in ongoing recovery or management of the disease. (www.lbbc.org)

Massachusetts General Hospital Cancer Center: Helping Kids Cope

A booklist is provided for parents and children to address concerns when either the parent or the child has cancer.

National Cancer Institute (NCI)

NCI has published a booklet called, "When your parent has cancer: A guide for teens." The website includes information about cancer types and treatments, as well as information about coping with cancer.

Young Survival Coalition

Through action, advocacy, and awareness, this nonprofit seeks to educate the medical, research, breast cancer, and legislative communities and to persuade them to address breast cancer in women 40 and under—and serves as a point of contact for young women living with breast cancer. (www.youngsurvival.org)

 

 

 

 

 

Disclaimer: The resources listed here are intended to provide you with other possible sources of information that you may find helpful if you or a loved one has cancer or another serious illness. The material or content of these other sources may not necessarily reflect the opinion of the Marjorie E. Korff PACT Program, the Massachusetts General Hospital (or its Cancer Center), or the Partners Healthcare System.