Cancer Resources
General Cancer Support
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Cancer Choices
CancerChoices is an independent voice, dedicated solely to providing unbiased information to support people with cancer to live as well as possible for as long as possible.
Their website is full of information on conventional and complementary medicines, as wel as self-care tools.
They receive no funding from manufacturers or retailers of complementary therapies. They investigate cancer therapies and practices by relying on peer-reviewed studies and reviews in medical journals. Additionally, advisors and other integrative oncology experts provide expertise on some content.
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Nancy's List
Nancy’s List is a compendium of resources for people affected by cancer. As Nancy writes, “(this website) is my love letter to the universe, an expression of my immense gratitude for my miraculous recovery from stage 4 ovarian cancer, My guiding force, my profound wish, my passion is (that) no one will ever go through cancer alone.”
The vast resources listed include financial assistance, diagnosis support, and integrative therapists. The site is searchable by cancer type, and geographic location, in over 100 languages.
Online Cancer Support Groups
Wellness Within
Based in Washington, D.C., this organization brings people together to share experiences, ideas and empowering practices to move forward after a cancer diagnosis in a safe space to be present with your emotions without analysis or judgement.
Their supportive coping circle warmly welcomes all individuals facing different cancer types and stages. There's absolutely no pressure to share if you're not ready, as they deeply respect each attendee and their unique journey.
Healing Circles
This nationwide, online organization builds authentic, meaningful relationships where participants feel seen, heard, and supported. Their circles foster deep social connections, which have been shown to improve overall well-being and healing.
Importantly, they embody kindness, empathy, and non-judgement within their circles, where participants listen to each other’s stories without trying to “fix” or offer solutions, creating a space rich with emotional support.
Resources for Specific Populations
Stupid Cancer
Resources for adolescents and young adults
Stupid Cancer's mission is to help empower everyone affected by adolescent and young adult (AYA) cancer by ending isolation and building community. Stupid Cancer offers a lifeline to the adolescent and young adult cancer community by providing age-appropriate resources to help navigate treatment and survivorship on your own terms.
Man Up to Cancer
Resources for men facing cancer
Man Up to Cancer inspires men to connect and avoid isolation during their cancer journeys.
When faced with cancer, women tend to “reach out,” and men tend to “check out.” This leads men down the path toward mental health problems, strained relationships, and poor medical outcomes.