CANCERCARE - Cancer Support Services
Address
Online Resource
Springfield, IL 62707
(800) 813-4673
Service Hours:
Monday: 10:00 AM - 06:00 PM (EST)
Tuesday: 10:00 AM - 06:00 PM (EST)
Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 06:00 PM (EST)
Thursday: 10:00 AM - 06:00 PM (EST)
Friday: 10:00 AM - 05:00 PM (EST)
Description:
Provides online support services to individuals with a cancer diagnosis, and their caregivers. Services include counseling, support groups, and education.
Counseling - Provides free individual and ground support to individuals affected by cancer. Also offers short-term, strengths-based emotional support and may assist in locating community resources.
Support groups - Offers telephone and online support groups to connect clients with other cancer patients. Telephone support groups are one-hour sessions scheduled weekly. Online support group takes place using a password-protected message board format (not live chat) and is led by oncology social workers. Groups are held for 15 weeks at a time.
Education - Offers free educational workshops on cancer-related topics. Participants can listen in live over the phone or online as a webcast.
Eligibility:
Individuals with a cancer diagnosis and their caregivers.
Languages:
None
Program Fees:
No fee
Intake Process:
Call for assistance. Visit the website to register for online support group services and educational workshops. Pre-registration is required.
Documents Required
- None
Contacts
Program Contact Information
Phone Numbers
Primary Contact Number
(800) 813-4673
Address Listings
Mailing
275 Seventh Avenue
22nd Floor
New York, NY 10001
Physical (Primary)
Online Resource
Springfield, IL 62707
Handicap Accessible?
Yes
Wishlist:
None
Volunteer Opportunities:
None
Date of Official Change:
April 8, 2024
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