Anal Cancer Advocacy, Education, and Support Groups

The following organizations provide a variety of support programs and educational materials for people with anal cancer and their family members, caregivers, and friends. However, this is not an endorsement of these organizations and the information they provide. You should always discuss any questions or concerns you have with your health care provider.

American Cancer Society

http://www.cancer.org

Toll-free information line: 1-800-ACS-2345

TTY: 1-866-228-4327

E-mail: http://www.cancer.org/asp/contactUs

The American Cancer Society (ACS) is a national organization working to eliminate cancer as a major health problem through research, education, advocacy, and service. ACS operates the National Cancer Information Center, a call center that is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. The center answers questions about cancer, links callers with resources in their communities, and provides information on local events.

CancerCare

http://www.cancercare.org

Telephone: 1-800-813-4673

E-mail: info@cancercare.org

CancerCare, founded in 1944, is a national nonprofit organization that provides free, professional support services to anyone affected by cancer: people with cancer, caregivers, children, loved ones, and the bereaved. CancerCare programs–including counseling, education, financial assistance, and practical help–are provided by trained oncology social workers and are completely free. 

National Cancer Institute

http://www.cancer.gov

Toll-free information line: 1-800-4-CANCER (1-800-422-6237)

TTY: 1-800-332-8615

LiveHelp: https://cissecure.nci.nih.gov/livehelp
 
E-mail: http://www.cancer.gov/contact

The National Cancer Institute (NCI) is a federal agency and a component of the National Institutes of Health. NCI supports and conducts research, training, and education. NCI operates the Cancer Information Service, which answers questions about cancer by telephone, TTY, instant messaging (through the LiveHelp service), and e-mail. NCI’s website includes information about various cancer topics, research, and cancer statistics.

Rare Cancer Alliance

http://www.rare-cancer.org/

The Rare Cancer Alliance distributes information and provides support to all pediatric (childhood) and adult rare cancer patients. Its website offers online bulletin boards (including one focused on anal cancer) to help patients connect with others, a blog written by organization volunteers, and information on rare adult and pediatric cancers.