Finding Support
Getting through a serious illness like leukemia is tough; find support resources for patients, family members, caregivers, and parents.
Story of Leukemia Survival - James Carroll
James Carroll's story of leukemia survival is marked by the failure of a Veteran's hospital in Florida to give him the care he needed. Refused, by the VA, Mr. Carroll had to pay for his care out of his own pocket.
James Carroll's story of leukemia survival is marked by the failure of a Veteran's hospital in Florida to give him the care he needed. Refused, by the VA, Mr. Carroll had to pay for his care out of his own pocket.
Leukemia Survivor Story - Susan
This survivor story comes to us from Amanda G. in Massachusetts. She shares with us Susan's story, with her permission. Susan is a 62-year-old Buffalo, NY woman who is battling for her life.
This survivor story comes to us from Amanda G. in Massachusetts. She shares with us Susan's story, with her permission. Susan is a 62-year-old Buffalo, NY woman who is battling for her life.
CancerCare Telephone Counseling and Support Groups
CancerCare offers free counseling over the telephone with social workers trained specifically to work with people affected by cancer. They also offer telephone support groups for those who need a little more interaction than an online support group.
CancerCare offers free counseling over the telephone with social workers trained specifically to work with people affected by cancer. They also offer telephone support groups for those who need a little more interaction than an online support group.
American Cancer Society: Support Services
Many leukemia survivors have questions and concerns when their doctor's office isn't open. The American Cancer Society has a toll-free number to call for assistance at any time day or night. They can help locate helpful resources, send specific cancer information, and give you information about their many programs. They can also provide a listening ear during times of stress and worry.
Many leukemia survivors have questions and concerns when their doctor's office isn't open. The American Cancer Society has a toll-free number to call for assistance at any time day or night. They can help locate helpful resources, send specific cancer information, and give you information about their many programs. They can also provide a listening ear during times of stress and worry.
The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society: Support Programs
The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society offers support through information specifically designed for patients and their families. You can also find local chapters of Leukemia and Lymphoma Society sponsored support groups, or join one of their online supporrt groups.
The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society offers support through information specifically designed for patients and their families. You can also find local chapters of Leukemia and Lymphoma Society sponsored support groups, or join one of their online supporrt groups.