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 [email protected] CANCER 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 - - 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. - 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 CANCER Bosom Buddies 24-hr Hotline Administration www.bosombuddies-az.org - - 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. CANCER Medical Center for Cancer & Blood Disorders at Phoenix Children’s Hospital www.phoenixchildrens.com - - 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. - 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 - Support group for children with any type of cancer Mammography 480-967-3767 Mobile On-Site CANCER Singleton Moms www.singletonmoms.org - 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 - - 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 - Virginia Piper Cancer Center 602-406-3715 Support for men with prostate cancer CANCER Wellness Community Community of Arizona 360 E Palm Lane Phoenix, AZ 85004 - 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 - Young Women’s Cancer Support Group Banner Thunderbird - 602-865-5450 Professionally facilitated peer support group for women age 18-40 who have been diagnosed with cancer Free mammograms – call for qualifications