Please note the following resource is not part of Cancer Care Services’ programming and is subject to the funds and personnel availability of the respective organization.
The National LGBT Cancer Network offers cancer support groups for LGBTQIA+ individuals over Zoom. Individuals can sign up to provide valuable information to this organization about their experiences with cancer while LGBT+ and experiences with intimacy and fertility. They have stories from people throughout the community, information about getting screening for cancer, information on community-friendly providers, and a large library of posts about many different topics relevant to LGBTQIA+ individuals and cancer.
The National LGBT Cancer Network works to improve the lives of LGBT cancer survivors and those at risk by:
- EDUCATING the LGBT community about our increased cancer risks and the importance of screening and early detection;
- TRAINING health care providers to offer more culturally-competent, safe and welcoming care; and
- ADVOCATING for LGBT survivors in mainstream cancer organizations, the media and research.
Website: https://cancer-network.org/
Phone: 212-675-2633
Email: info@cancer-network.org
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To learn more about cancer in the LGBTQIA+ community, please read our resource post.
Cancer Care Services is here to help so that no one has to cope with cancer alone! Our team can help you find resources to navigate cancer and will determine if you are eligible for our assistance programs such as gas or medication assistance. Contact us today at 817-921-0653 or through our online Get Help form.
