Although Life with Cancer does not have specific groups for bladder, kidney, liver, pancreatic, sarcoma, stomach, or thyroid cancer, we do at times offer talks with expert speakers in these fields. In addition, we have general educational programs on managing side effects, clinical trials, and role of genetics, etc. that are relevant to many cancers.Understanding the disease, learning how to manage symptoms and side effects, maintaining your emotional health, and engaging in strategies for healthy living can provide a sense of control and enhance well-being.

Having prostate cancer can be challenging. However, understanding the disease, learning how to manage symptoms and side effects, maintaining your emotional health, and engaging in strategies for healthy living can provide a sense of control and enhance well-being. We can prepare you for the many choices and issues you might face throughout your treatment. Contact us for personalized help.Find Support & InformationContact us for personalized help.

We’re Here to Help!As you manage your cancer, please explore these resources for help. And remember, you can always call on Life with Cancer for help with medical and emotional issues… Brain Tumors Breast Cancer Carcinoid Cancers Colorectal Cancer Gynecological Cancers Head & Neck Cancers Leukemia & Lymphoma Lung Cancer Melanoma Multiple Myeloma Other Cancers Prostate Cancer“I want to thank you for your invaluable assistance with this complicated insurance issue.

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As you navigate cancer, you might not know what to expect or what questions to ask. Rest assured, that’s normal—and we are here to guide you. Get help, whether you are:Navigating a new phase:Newly diagnosedIn treatmentManaging advanced & chronic diseaseDone with treatmentAt end of lifeSeeking help for specific cancersAfter a lossFacing special needs:Child or teen with cancerYoung adult with cancerFamily or friendSpanish speakingIn the community:Healthcare or other professionalHow We Can HelpA cancer diagnosis can bring many changes to your life.

People can live a long time with advanced disease. If the focus of your treatment is keeping your disease stable, you may be asking questions like these:How can I manage side effects or pain?How do I control my fears, maintain hope?What can I do to keep healthy?What clinical trials are available?How do I set goals, stay engaged in living?We can help you live with cancer and find a new normal. Have questions?

Your treatment is ending, and it’s time to move forward—or so you’ve been told. Finishing your treatment can be exciting. However, you might still be having questions like these:Why don’t I feel back to normal like everyone expects me to be?How do I explain to others that it may not feel “over” for me?Is it safe to make plans for the future?Will the cancer come back?Who am I?What is important to me now? We can help you transition, for free.

Life with Cancer's Pediatric Program provides evidence-based support services to children and teens with cancer, their parents and caregivers, and to children and teens who have a family member with cancer, as well as survivorship and bereavement support.How We Can HelpBased on your unique needs, we offer individual therapy, parent consultations, support groups, education, resources, and other programs to help manage the challenges of cancer in your family – all at no cost.We offer individual and/or art therapy by licensed in the Life With Cancer Family Center, outpatient clinic, and inpatient

If a family member, close friend, or loved one of your child or teen is diagnosed with cancer, it may feel confusing where to start.