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CancerCare

Address

275 Seventh Avenue
New York, NY 10001

(800) 813-4673

www.cancercare.org

AKA:

Cancer Care Inc.

Description:

Offers free online support groups, educational webinars and financial assistance to help people cope with and manage the emotional, practical and financial challenges of cancer.

Hours:

Monday to Thursday, 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Friday, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Handicap Accessible?

No

Is Shelter?

No

Date of Official Change:

May 31, 2024

Geographies Served

  • Serves All Areas

Address Listings

Mailing (Primary)

275 Seventh Avenue
New York, NY 10001

Contacts

General Email

Phone Numbers

Main

(800) 813-4673

Hopeline

(800) 813-HOPE

Legal Status:

Non-Profit

Description

Online support groups for caregivers of individuals battling cancer via through password-protected message board format (not live chat), led by professional oncology social workers. Groups are held for 15 weeks.

Hours

Message board available 24 hours, 7 days a week

Required Documents

None

Eligibility

Persons living in the United States, Puerto Rico, or any of the U.S. Territories.

Fees

No Fees

Intake Procedure

(1) Call 800-813-HOPE or register on the website (2) Telephone interviews or intakes may be required.

Geography Served

None

Telephone Numbers

Number:
800-813-HOPE
Type:
Voice/Toll-Free
Name:
Hopeline
Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (PN-8100.4500-120) and related services within the Service Tree.

Description

Individual and group counseling from professional oncology social workers.

Hours

(1) Monday to Thursday, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm (2) Friday, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Eligibility

(1) Resident of New York or New Jersey, (2) Available to cancer patients, their caregivers, anyone experiencing grief from cancer-related loss, or children 5 years of age and over.

Fees

None

Intake Procedure

Call 800-813-HOPE or visit the website for more information.

Geography Served

None

Telephone Numbers

Number:
800-813-HOPE
Type:
Voice/Toll-Free
Name:
Hopeline
Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (RP-1400.8000-300) and related services within the Service Tree.

Description

Online support groups via through password-protected message board format (not live chat), led by professional oncology social workers. Groups are held for 15 weeks. Also offers podcasts for viewing.

Hours

Message board available 24 hours, 7 days a week

Required Documents

None

Eligibility

Persons living in the United States, Puerto Rico, or any of the U.S. Territories.

Fees

No Fees

Intake Procedure

(1) Call 800-813-HOPE or register on the website (2) Telephone interviews or intakes may be required.

Languages

English, Spanish

Geography Served

    If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

    Serves all areas

Telephone Numbers

Number:
800-813-HOPE
Type:
Voice/Toll-Free
Name:
Hopeline
Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (PN-8100.3000) and related services within the Service Tree.

Description

Help with cancer treatment-related costs.

Hours

Monday to Thursday, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm; Friday, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Required Documents

Proof of income: First 2 pages of signed income tax return (blacken out social security number for security); OR, Copy of most recent pay stub, unemployment check, SSI, SSD or public assistance benefit notification; OR, Letter of support from friend or family member in the absence of tax return or any other proof of income

Eligibility

Persons who have a diagnosis of cancer confirmed by an oncology health care provider; Being actively treated for cancer; Live in the United States or Puerto Rico; Income limits apply

Fees

None

Intake Procedure

(1) Call 800-813-HOPE to speak with a social worker and complete an initial interview (2) Those who are approved as eligible based on the initial interview will be mailed/emailed an application and required documentation will be requested (3) Application must be completed and submitted following the instructions on the website.

Languages

English, Spanish

Geography Served

    If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

    Serves all areas

Telephone Numbers

Number:
800-813-HOPE
Type:
Voice/Toll-Free
Name:
Hopeline
Number:
800-813-4673
Type:
Voice/Toll-Free
Name:
Main
Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (LH-5100) and related services within the Service Tree.

Description

Online educational workshops on cancer-related topics

Hours

Vary by program. Recordings accessible 24 hours, 7 days a week.

Required Documents

None

Eligibility

Individuals affected by cancer

Fees

No Fees

Intake Procedure

(1) Register on website at https://www.cancercare.org/connect_workshops to listen to live webcast or select previously previously recorded workshops under Listen to Podcasts tab (2) Email CancerCare Education Department at connect@cancercare.org

Geography Served

    If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

    Serves all areas

Telephone Numbers

Number:
800-813-4673
Type:
Voice/Toll-Free
Name:
Main
Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (TJ-3200.5000) and related services within the Service Tree.

Description

Pet Assistance & Wellness Program (PAW) provides financial assistance for individuals being treated for cancer to care for their cat or dog.

Hours

Monday to Thursday, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm; Friday, 9:00 am to 4:00 pm

Required Documents

Application; Proof of Income (first 2 pages of tax return with social security number blacked out, or most recent pay stub or unemployment check, or social security (SSI or SSD) or public assistance benefit notice); Proof of active treatment for cancer

Eligibility

Persons diagnosed with cancer confirmed by oncology health care provider; Live in United States or Puerto Rico; Meet income guidelines

Fees

No Fees

Intake Procedure

(1) Call Hopeline (2) If you qualify, an application will be mailed to you (3) Complete application and submit with required documents by email or fax listed on application

Geography Served

    If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

    Serves all areas

Telephone Numbers

Number:
800-813-HOPE
Type:
Voice/Toll-Free
Name:
Hopeline
Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (PD-6240) and related services within the Service Tree.

Description

Provides free telephone resource navigation to people living with cancer, post-treatment survivors, and caregivers affected by cancer.

Hours

Monday to Thursday, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm; Friday, 9:00 am – 4:00 pm

Eligibility

People affected by cancer in the United States (includes Puerto Rico and U.S. Territories)

Fees

No Fees

Intake Procedure

(1) Call us at 800-813-HOPE (4673) or email info@cancercare.org (2) An in-depth needs assessment may be conducted during initial call

Languages

English, Spanish

Geography Served

    If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

    Serves all areas

Telephone Numbers

Number:
800-813-HOPE
Type:
Voice
Name:
Hopeline
Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (TJ-3000.8000) and related services within the Service Tree.

Description

Online searchable resource directory of organizations providing financial or practical help for individuals battling cancer.

Hours

7 days a week, 24 hours a day

Required Documents

None

Eligibility

Persons battling cancer

Fees

No Fees

Intake Procedure

Visit website https://www.cancercare.org/helpinghand and select types of assistance to search

Geography Served

    If a location is grayed out it means that only certain areas within it are covered. The areas with complete covereage are listed in black.

    Serves all areas

Telephone Numbers

Number:
800-813-HOPE
Type:
Voice/Toll-Free
Name:
Hopeline
Edit Service DetailsClick here to see this service (TJ-1800.3300-850) and related services within the Service Tree.

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