Post-treatment support & survival resources
Don’t go it alone.
We haven’t and you shouldn’t either. This is where we keep all of those who are near and dear to our hearts. Those who have supported us, as well as those who can support you. We will continue to build this resource section because it truly takes a village when going through cancer. Shay’s Warriors Life After Cancer believes in diversity, transparency, collaboration, and partnerships. Our goal is to support our cancer communities near and far.
National cancer resources
Cancer Nation
Cancer Nation is the voice of America’s 18 million cancer survivors: those living with, through and beyond cancer.
American Cancer Society
The mission of the American Cancer Society is to improve the lives of people with cancer and their families through advocacy, research, and patient support, to ensure everyone has an opportunity to prevent, detect, treat, and survive cancer.
Oncology Association of Naturopathic Physicians
The OncANP advocates for collaboration with conventional providers, and is dedicated to advancing the science and application of naturopathic medicine within the field of standard cancer care and treatment.
Society for Integrative Oncology
The mission of the Society for Integrative Oncology is to advance evidence-based, comprehensive integrative healthcare to improve the lives of people affected by cancer.
BreastCancer.org
Our mission is to help people make sense of the complex medical and personal information about breast health and breast cancer, so they can make the best decisions for their lives.
Young Survival Coalition
Young Survival Coalition (YSC) strengthens the community, addresses the unique needs, amplifies the voice and improves the quality of life of young adults affected by breast cancer, locally, nationally and internationally.
Financial assistance
Good Days
Helps patients suffering from chronic medical conditions who have limited financial means get access to the medications they need. Their program helps qualified patients pay their insurance co-pays so they can get immediate access to prescription medications. Also, helps with transportation and lodging needs. Formerly known as Chronic Disease Fund. Check website for up-to-date covered diagnoses.
HealthWell Foundation
Provides financial assistance to eligible individuals to cover coinsurance, copayments, health care premiums and deductibles for certain medications and therapies. Also, if a person is eligible for health insurance, but cannot afford the insurance premium, they may be able to assist with your insurance premium. Funding varies, so check website for up-to-date list of covered diagnoses and medications.
Patient Advocate Foundation
An independent, national nonprofit organization dedicated to helping federally and commercially insured people living with life-threatening, chronic and rare diseases with the out-of-pocket costs for their prescribed medications. Check website for up-to-date list of diagnoses and medications covered.
Support for men facing cancer & life after
ZERO – The End of Prostate Cancer
Support, education, and advocacy specifically for those impacted by prostate cancer.
COLONTOWN
A patient-led community for colorectal cancer
GO2 for Lung Cancer
Education, screening & support for lung cancer
CancerCare – Support for Men
Support groups, counseling, and educational workshops for men affected by cancer.
Cheeky Charity
Education, support, and advocacy for those impacted by colorectal and anal cancers
Malecare
Support, resources, education, & advocacy specializing in underserved communities including Black men, LGBTQ+ individuals, and Latino men
Identity & culturally specific support
Recursos en Español
Además de las herramientas y recursos disponibles en el bolso de Bag It, hemos creado este extenso Centro de Recursos en línea que ha sido diseñado para ser su punto de partida cuando necesite investigar cualquiera de los muchos temas relacionados con el diagnóstico de cáncer. Constantemente evaluamos y actualizamos el Centro de Recursos de Bag It para así asegurarnos que proporcionamos un fácil acceso a los mejores recursos disponibles.
The LGBT Cancer Project
Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender cancer survivor support, patient navigation, education and advocacy
National LGBT Cancer Network
Education, advocacy, and training to ensure inclusive healthcare and improve the lives of LGBTQIA+ cancer survivors and individuals at risk
The Transgender Cancer Patient Project
A free support system and community for transgender cancer patients
The Latino Cancer Institute
Community-based research, policy advocacy, and the dissemination of bilingual educational resources to reduce cancer risks and eliminate health disparities in Latino communities
American Indian Cancer Foundation
Prevention, early detection, and survivor support for Indigenous people
Local Coachella Valley cancer resources
Eisenhower’s Lucy Curci Cancer Center
We love them because they have an amazing breast cancer information group
Desert Comprehensive Cancer Center
We love them because they have a celebration bell ceremony you ring after treatment
Desert Hematology Oncology Medical Group
We love them because their singular purpose is to provide patients with the very best expertise and treatment based upon current research.
Desert Oasis Healthcare
We love them because they believe in providing stress management resources to all their patients
BIGHORN BAM Behind A Miracle
We love them because they have helped change the lives of 100,000 people
The Desert Cancer Foundation
We love them because they help pay for local cancer care
Hanson House Foundation
We love them because they help provide housing to needs of cancer patients and their families receiving chemotherapy and radiation treatment
The Pendleton Foundation
We love them because they help local cancer patients with gas and grocery assistance while in treatment