Financial assistance and social and emotional resources for Head and Neck cancer patients and their families.
The below resources are subject to the availability of funds and personnel. Please let us know if any of the resources listed are inaccurate, so we can provide the most up-to-date information to cancer patients and their families.
Financial:
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HNCÂ Living Foundation offers financial assistance for medical expenses and treatment costs related to head and neck cancers. See their website for the qualifications and details on covered expenses: https://www.hncliving.org/for-patients/apply-for-financial-assistance/
Social and Emotional:Â
- Head and Neck Cancer (HNCA) has a Peer-to-Peer Program, Gas Card program, and Online Support Community for cancer patients and caregivers. Call them at 1-866-792-4622 or explore each program on their website: https://www.headandneck.org/programs/
- Cancer Care of New York offers a website with an overview of resources related to head and neck cancers: https://www.cancercare.org/diagnosis/head_and_neck_cancer
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National Survivor Volunteer Network (NSVN) offers a mentorship program for patients and caregivers. Their number is 1-800-377-0928. Here is the website for more information:Â https://www.spohnc.org/supportive-care/
- For North Texas residents, The North Texas Laryngectomy Society provides support groups for all those affected by head and neck cancers: http://www.thentls.com/upcoming-activities.html
Cancer Care Services is here to help so that no one has to cope with cancer alone! We can help you find resources and will determine if you are eligible for our assistance programs, such as gas or medication assistance. We can also connect you with in-house social events. Contact us today at 817-921-0653 or fill out our online form. We look forward to helping you!
