About Lungcancer.org
Mission
Lungcancer.org is a program of CancerCare, which helps individuals and families better cope with and manage the emotional and practical challenges arising from cancer. CancerCare services—for patients, survivors, loved ones, caregivers, and the bereaved—include counseling and support groups, educational publications and workshops, and financial assistance. All CancerCare services are provided by professional oncology social workers and are offered completely free of charge. To speak directly with a CancerCare social worker, call 1-800-813-HOPE (4673).
Founded in 1944, CancerCare is a national nonprofit organization that helps more than 100,000 individuals and families each year, and receives more than one million visits to our websites. In 1998, CancerCare founded lungcancer.org as part of our ongoing programs for people with lung cancer. Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death in men and women, and we have developed a wide range of programs to meet the needs of the more than 200,000 people a year who are diagnosed with this disease.
The goal of lungcancer.org is to be a source of support and information for our lung cancer patients and their loved ones. In addition to this website, you may also utilize CancerCare's free professional supportive services outlined below.
Our Services
All of CancerCare's services are provided completely free of charge.
- Counseling
- Oncology social workers help you find ways to cope with the emotional and practical challenges of cancer. Available in person or over the phone.
- Support Groups
- Connect with other people who are in a similar situation in our free support groups led by professional oncology social workers.
- Connect Education Workshops
- Leading experts in oncology provide up-to-date information in these free, one-hour workshops over the telephone. Listen in live to learn about cancer-related issues from the convenience of your home or office. Also available as podcasts.
- Publications
- Our free booklets and fact sheets offer up-to-date, easy-to-read information about the latest treatments, managing side effects, and coping with cancer.
- Financial Help
- Our staff helps you manage financial concerns and provides referrals. Limited aid is available to eligible families for cancer-related costs like transportation and child care.