National:

The National Cancer Institute

The National Cancer Institute's web site has extensive information on cancer prevention, diagnosis, treatment, statistics, research, clinical trials, and news, as well as links to other NCI Web sites.

1.800.4.CANCER (800.422.6237)
http://www.cancer.gov

American Cancer Society

The ACS provides information on all types of cancer, treatment options, clinical trials, support programs, along with information on local programs, services and more.

1.800.ACS.2345 (1.800.227.2345)
http://www.cancer.org/

The Patient Advocacy Foundation

This foundation specializes in resolving access and reimbursement issues.

Phone: 800.532.5274
http://www.patientadvocate.org

People Living with Cancer

People Living with Cancer (PLwC) is a national non-profit organization that works to assist patients in gaining access to care, maintaining employment and preserving financial stability. The PLwC site is designed to help people with cancer make informed health-care decisions.

703.797.1914
http://www.plwc.org

American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) Online

ASCO is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving cancer care, supporting cancer research, and advocating for public policy. ASCO Online contains information about cancer resources on the Internet, finding an oncologist, and up-to-date information about cancer policy issues.

703.299-0150
http://www.asco.org

Local Resources:

Cancer Family Care

Cancer Family Care provides counseling and understanding to cancer patients and their families to help them cope with the devastating emotional impact of disease and loss. There are four Cancer Family Care locations to assist you. Please contact their central office for services and location information.

Central Office
2421 Auburn Avenue
Cincinnati, OH 45219
513.731.3346

http://www.cancerfamilycare.org

American Cancer Society, Hamilton County/Cincinnati

2808 Reading Rd
Cincinnati, OH
888.227.6446

http://www.cancer.org/docroot/home/index.asp

The Wellness Community, Cincinnati

The local chapter of the nationally recognized organization, the Wellness Community offers people with cancer and their loved ones free services and support including: support groups, exercise classes, educational programs and more.

Ohio: Blue Ash
4918 Cooper Road
Cincinnati, Ohio 45242
513.791.4060

Kentucky: Ft. Wright
1717 Dixie Highway Suite 160
Ft. Wright, Kentucky 41011
859.331.5568

http://www.thewellnesscommunity.org/cincinnati/

Disclaimer:

We hope the information you gained here was valuable to you in your or your loved ones' journey to fight for recovery from cancer. The Mary Maguire Foundation has compiled this information as a public service to those in need. This list is by no means inclusive of all available resources. Please consult with your health care providers for further assistance and information.

Inclusion in this listing should not be viewed as an endorsement of these organizations and programs by the Mary Maguire Foundation or as a replacement for advice from qualified medical professionals. Please consult your personal health care provider for specific medical consultation for your condition.