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The American Cancer Society has programs and services to help you manage cancer treatment and recovery and find the emotional support you need. And best of all, our help is free. Find programs and services in Delaware.
Bayhealth Cancer Institute provides comprehensive cancer care services with specialized experts who offer individualized care through every step of the cancer journey, from screening to diagnosis, treatment and survivorship support. The organization maintains accreditation by the American College of Surgeons Commission on Cancer and operates as a member of the Penn Cancer Network to deliver collaborative care with access to cutting-edge treatments and research.
We are Blood Cancer United, and we believe everyone with blood cancer deserves a longer, better life. That's why we are on a mission to cure blood cancer and improve the quality of life of all patients and their families. How? We fund life-saving blood cancer research around the world, provide free information and support services for patients and their families, and are the voice for those seeking access to quality, affordable, coordinated care.
Cancer Care Connection, an affiliate of JFS Delaware, helps people affected by cancer navigate the full range of issues they face and make informed decisions. Oncology Social Workers provide professional coaching, personalized information, and resource connections so every person affected by cancer can obtain their best possible outcome.
Cancer Support Community Delaware has spent the past 29 years making our mission our tradition, by striving to ensure that all people impacted by cancer are empowered by knowledge, strengthened by action, and sustained by community. As a statewide nonprofit organization our support groups and programs are professionally led and are provided at no cost to help participants and caregivers cope with the emotional and life changing aspects of cancer.
Free medication for fertility preservation prior to cancer treatment.
ChristianaCare operates the Helen F. Graham Cancer Center and Research Institute, providing comprehensive cancer treatment services including medical oncology, radiation oncology, and surgical oncology. The organization offers extensive support services for cancer patients including nutrition counseling, social work services, survivorship programs, and cancer nurse navigation to help patients and families navigate their cancer journey.
The Cindy Foundation for Ovarian Cancer Research is dedicated to funding research initiatives focused on ovarian cancer. The foundation works to advance scientific understanding and treatment options for patients affected by this disease through targeted research support.
The Delaware Breast Cancer Coalition provides comprehensive support services to breast cancer patients including screening programs, peer mentorship, and financial assistance. The organization offers specialized programs for recently diagnosed patients, survivors, and community outreach initiatives focused on breast health education and awareness.
Delaware Dreams extends support for Delaware children with serious health challenges, working exclusively through local hospitals and other children's organizations. The organization sponsors events for families of children being treated for childhood cancer at the Nemours Children's Hospital and supports research and patient services.
The Delaware Ovarian Cancer Foundation works to increase awareness and education about ovarian cancer among women and healthcare professionals while supporting women affected by ovarian cancer. The organization promotes research in the fight against ovarian cancer and provides various support services and awareness events throughout the year.
The Delaware Prostate Cancer Coalition serves as a collective voice for Delaware on a national basis and acts as a resource in the state to raise awareness of prostate cancer and encourage early screening for the disease. The organization provides information and education to the general public on detection, diagnosis and treatment, and facilitates support for men and their families diagnosed with prostate cancer.
The Faith Deanna Johnson Foundation focuses on preventing ovarian cancer and supporting awareness initiatives. The organization provides support to young women fighting ovarian cancer while working to raise awareness, educate communities, and improve outcomes for those diagnosed with this disease.
Healthy Delaware provides comprehensive cancer prevention, screening, and treatment services to Delaware residents. The organization offers nurse navigators, cancer care coordinators, and programs like Screening for Life to help individuals access cancer screenings and treatment regardless of insurance status. They support cancer patients through early detection services and connect diagnosed individuals with necessary care to help them thrive after cancer.
The Helen F. Graham Cancer Center & Research Institute provides comprehensive cancer care including treatment, clinical trials, and research programs. The organization offers cancer screenings, prevention services, support programs, and specialized care for various cancer types through dedicated oncology teams.
Kay's Foundation supports youth who are currently fighting cancer or in remission by helping them fulfill their educational goals and dreams. The organization provides scholarship opportunities and grants to pediatric oncology camps to continue supporting children affected by cancer.
The Kisses For Kyle Foundation supports families battling childhood cancer throughout the Delaware Valley. The organization provides various programs and services including events, scholarships, community support, and special opportunities for children and families affected by pediatric cancer.
Little Pink Houses of Hope provides retreat experiences for families facing breast cancer. The organization offers peaceful getaway opportunities that allow families to spend quality time together while navigating their cancer journey.
Ostomy Closets of DE provides donated unused ostomy equipment at no cost to people living with an ostomy who need urgent supplies. The organization operates four locations throughout Delaware where patients can access emergency ostomy supplies during business hours and supports individuals who may need ostomy care as a result of cancer treatment.
The organization takes bold action to improve the lives of everyone impacted by pancreatic cancer by advancing scientific research, building community, sharing knowledge and advocating for patients. Since their first PurpleStride Delaware in 2010, they have raised almost $1 million across the state to help change the lives of pancreatic cancer patients and their families.
Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater Delaware provides essential services that remove barriers, strengthen families, and promote healing when children need healthcare. The organization operates a 50-bedroom Ronald McDonald House that serves as a home-away-from-home for families of seriously ill children receiving medical treatment, along with Ronald McDonald Family Rooms and hospitality cart programs.
Ronald McDonald House is a haven for families with children in the hospital. It provides all the comforts of home, plus the compassion of staff, volunteers, and other families - all just steps away from the hospital.
Our mission is to save lives by meeting the most critical needs of our communities and investing in breakthrough research to prevent and cure breast cancer
Team Cure Cholangio supports patients and families affected by cholangiocarcinoma (bile duct cancer) through research funding and awareness efforts. The organization raises money specifically earmarked for research to find a cure for this rare and aggressive cancer. They provide education about cholangiocarcinoma and work to increase awareness of this deadly disease that affects both men and women of various ages.
The Andrew McDonough B+ Foundation is the largest provider of financial assistance to families of children with cancer in the United States, helping over 4,000 families annually. The organization also funds cutting-edge childhood cancer research projects at top institutions globally and provides free psychosocial support including virtual support groups, school re-entry resources, and webinars for families facing childhood cancer.
Walk 4 Prostate Cancer organizes annual walk events to raise awareness of prostate cancer and provide support to families affected by a prostate cancer diagnosis. The organization offers free prostate-specific antigen testing, fundraising activities, and community support to help families impacted by prostate cancer.
The Wilmington Delaware Ostomy Association supports individuals who have or will have an intestinal or urinary diversion by providing education, resources, and community connections. The organization works with the medical community to offer care and support to ostomates and their family members through regular meetings and informational newsletters.
The YMCA Delaware offers the LIVESTRONG at the YMCA program, which supports cancer survivors transitioning from treatment completion back to normal life through small group fitness sessions. The program provides physical activity options including cardiovascular conditioning, strength training, balance and flexibility exercises, facilitated by certified YMCA instructors in a welcoming community environment.
Referrals to pantries, meal delivery, benefits, and emergency food for anyone needing local food or delivery help. Usually free referrals; Dial 211 or search online by ZIP.
Free live small-group virtual exercise classes led by certified Cancer Exercise Specialists, for women with any cancer including metastatic disease.
Free one-on-one phone mentoring that pairs patients and caregivers with trained volunteers who have been there.
The American Cancer Society's advocacy affiliate, fighting for laws and policies that help cancer patients and families.
Provides education, community support, and research funding for kidney cancer.
Provides patient education, support resources, and melanoma research support.
A central listing of free volunteer air transport groups serving patients nationwide.
Volunteer pilots providing free air transportation to distant medical care.
Provides travel funding, family support programs, research funding, and clinical trial support for childhood cancer families.
A nationwide directory of summer camps for children with cancer and their families, maintained by Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation.
Advocacy and education for families affected by Lynch syndrome and hereditary colorectal cancer.
Provides free skin cancer screenings, education, and access to dermatology specialists.
Provides specialist access and oral medicine expertise.
The world's largest professional organization dedicated to preventing and curing cancer through research.
Provides care consultants, support groups, education, and patient and caregiver resources nationwide.
Provides helpline support, rides to treatment, Hope Lodge lodging, support groups, education, financial guidance, survivorship resources, and advocacy for all cancers.
The ACS catalog of low-cost wigs, hats, and mastectomy products designed for people in treatment.
Provides family support resources, education, and advocacy for childhood cancer.
Provides treatment standards and a physician network for expert head and neck cancer care.
Research and education on how diet, weight, and activity affect cancer risk and survivorship.
Provides liver-related support, education, helpline access, and navigation resources.
Provides education, Better Breathers support groups, prevention resources, and screening awareness.
Provides HPV education, prevention information, screening guidance, and cervical cancer-related resources.
Provides patient education, expert resources, and access to thyroid specialists.
Coordinates free volunteer-pilot air transportation to non-emergency medical treatment for patients in Texas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, Arkansas, and New Mexico.
Arranges free air transportation with volunteer pilots for patients who need to travel to distant medical treatment, serving 13 western U.S. states including New Mexico.
Provides education, support, community, and conferences for rare blood cancers and disorders.
The first center devoted to BRCA-related cancers, with research, education, and patient resources.
Provides marrow donor registry services, patient navigation, and financial grants for transplant patients.
Over 900,000 overnight accommodations provided to families of critically ill children from every state. Hospital housing near Johns Hopkins continues through an interim Residence Inn partnership while a new facility is built, alongside free respite houses in Maryland, Delaware, and North Carolina.
Provides nationwide support groups, survivor matching, a bladder cancer helpline, education, webinars, research funding, and advocacy.
Provides financial assistance, patient navigation, support groups, education, and clinical trial navigation across blood cancers.