These resources are available on line and in physical space across the country. Check with each of the following cancer-focused organizations to determine the specific breast cancer survivorship post-treatment clinical and psychosocial services offered.
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Journey Forward
This is a web-based program that helps cancer survivors know what they may have to face once their active treatment comes to an end. It offers many ways to guide you through your next steps, which may include:
- A simple yet full treatment summary that your oncology team completes.
- Things to keep an eye on.
- Resources to support and educate you.
» For more information, go to www.journeyforward.org
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Facing Forward: Life After Cancer Treatment
Written by the National Cancer Institute, this booklet shares the feelings and feedback that many people have after cancer treatment. It also offers tips to help people get through this time.
» For more information, go to www.cancer.gov.
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From Cancer Patient to Cancer Survivor: Lost in Transition
This short film by the Institute of Medicine features the stories of cancer survivors and supports the need for a Survivorship Care Plan.
» Watch the video on YouTube.com.
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Guidelines on Nutrition and Physical Activity for Cancer Prevention
Updated every five years, this document is a short version of the American Cancer Society (ACS) Nutrition and Physical Activity Guidelines. It includes how to maintain a healthy weight and how to stay active.
» For more information, go to www.Cancer.org.
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The American Institute for Cancer Research
This is the cancer charity that fosters research on diet and cancer prevention, interprets the evidence, and educates the public about the results.
» For more information, go to www.aicr.org.
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National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship (NCCS)
NCCS is the oldest survivor-led cancer advocacy organization in the country. Members advocate for quality cancer care for all Americans and empowering cancer survivors. Patient education also is a priority for NCCS, which offers the Cancer Survival Toolbox®. This award-winning audio set is provided to Survivors, caregivers and clinicians at no cost. NCCS believes access to credible and accurate patient data is vital to asking for and getting quality cancer care.
» Call 1-888-650-9127 or visit the website at www.canceradvocacy.org.
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Cancer Support Community
This is a global nonprofit group that gives support, education and hope to people with cancer and their loved ones. They can learn vital skills that let them regain control, reduce isolation and restore hope by taking part in professional-led support groups, workshops, nutrition and exercise programs, as well as stress reduction classes. All programs are free.
» For more information, please call 1-888-793-WELL or visit www.cancersupportcommunity.org.
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The Lance Armstrong Foundation
Founded in 1997 by cancer survivor and champion cyclist Lance Armstrong, the nonprofit organization located in Austin, Texas is dedicated to inspiring and empowering people affected by cancer. They believe that unity is strength, knowledge is power and attitude is everything. The Foundation provides the practical information and tools people with cancer need to live life on their own terms. The organization takes aim at the gaps between what is known and what is done to prevent suffering and death due to cancer by uniting people to fight cancer and pursue an agenda focused on:
- Prevention
- Access to screening and care
- Improvement of the quality of life for cancer survivors
- Investment in research
» For more information, go to www.livestrong.org
