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American Society of Clinical Oncology - Cancer.Net

http://www.cancer.net

Expertise and resources of ASCO to people living with cancer and those who care for and care about them.

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CancerCare

http://www.cancercare.org

505 Corder Rd , Warner Robins, GA 31088-3703

13213260929

National organization providing free, professional support services and information to help people manage the emotional, practical and financial challenges of cancer.

Colorectal CancerAdvocacyCaregiversEducational ProgramsEmotional/Mental Health SupportExerciseFinancial AssistanceFood/Meal DeliveryGovernment ProgramsLiving Expenses/LodgingSpiritual Health SupportSupport GroupsSurvivorship
I Will Survive Inc.

https://www.iwillsurviveinc.org/

384 Northyards Blvd., Suite 190 , Atlanta, GA 30313

404-483-8503

Our mission is to provide economic support, prevention education, and health & wellness services to those at higher risk and affected by breast cancer. Our vision is to be the leading preventative organization in the world. Imagine a world with health care equity for all with a holistic approach.

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LiveStrong at the YMCA

https://www.ymcarome.org/programs/livestrong-at-the-ymca/

810 East 2nd Ave , Rome, GA 30161

(706) 232-2468

As a cancer survivor, you know the tremendous toll the disease and its treatment can take on your spirit, mind and body. You want to begin to heal and reclaim your health. But where do you start? LIVESTRONG at the YMCA can help. In 2008, the YMCA partnered with the LIVESTRONG®Foundation to help cancer survivors begin the journey toward recovery with the LIVESTRONG at the YMCA program. As part of the Y’s commitment to strengthening community through healthy living, this program offers adults affected by cancer a safe, supportive environment to participate in physical and social activities focused on strengthening the whole person. For more information regarding upcoming sessions or for general questions, please email Mary Ann Pawlowski at mpawlowski@ymcarome.org.

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Loran Smith Center for Cancer Support

https://www.piedmont.org/locations/piedmont-athens/loran-smith-cancer-center

1199 Prince Ave. , Athens, GA 30606

706-475-4900

At the Loran Smith Center for Cancer Support, we recognize the need to support and treat the patient and family – not just the disease. Because cancer treatment involves more than medical care, free services and programs such as yoga, tai chi, nutrition classes, expressive art classes, complementary therapies (oncology massage, Healing Touch, and Reiki), and counseling are also available to anyone affected by cancer at any phase in his or her journey, regardless of whether or not they are a Piedmont patient.

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National Cancer Institute

http://www.cancer.gov

National Cancer Institute's comprehensive information about cancer prevention and screening, diagnosis and treatment, research across the cancer spectrum, clinical trials, and news

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Northside Hospital Cancer Institute

https://www.northside.com/services/cancer-institute/support-and-survivorship

1100 Johnson Ferry Road NE , Atlanta, GA 30342

As Georgia’s leading provider of cancer care, Northside Hospital Cancer Institute (NHCI) offers a full range of cancer support and survivorship resources and services to address the practical, spiritual, emotional, financial and physical challenges cancer patients may face.

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Oncology Rehabilitation Medicine Physicians

https://winshipcancer.emory.edu/patient-care/living-with-cancer/rehabilitation-services.html

1365 Clifton Road NE , Atlanta, GA 30322

404-778-1900

We are physicians board-certified in rehabilitation medicine who care for patients with cancer. We see patients any time after their cancer diagnosis. We can help you prepare for upcoming chemotherapy, surgery and radiation. We can help you recover from neurologic and musculoskeletal aftereffects of these treatments. Based on your goals, we will work together to develop a personalized rehabilitation plan. The plan may include a personalized therapy prescription, exercise prescription, medications, injections to treat pain, and assistive devices for mobility. Conditions we treat: Muscle spasms, joint pain or stiffness, numbness, tingling; lymphedema; fatigue; pelvic pain; bowel, bladder control; balance, mobility changes; reduced strength and endurance. We also offer telehealth appointments. Referrals may be faxed to 404-251-5391.

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ReVital Cancer Rehabilitation

https://www.revitalcancerrehab.com/

(844) 473-8485

ReVital is a groundbreaking rehabilitation program that empowers cancer survivors to live their best lives. Our cancer-trained therapists work hard to help you achieve comprehensive recovery from cancer and its treatments through physical and occupational therapy, speech-language pathology, and cognitive rehabilitation. ReVital currently serves patients in more than 300 locations across nearly 15 states and continues to grow.

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Support for People with Oral and Head and Neck Cancer

http://www.spohnc.org

Raising awareness and meeting the needs of oral and head and neck cancer patients

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Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation

http://www.komen.org

Our mission is to save lives by meeting the most critical needs in our communities and investing in breakthrough research to prevent and cure breast cancer. Susan G. Komen is the ONLY organization that addresses breast cancer on multiple fronts such as research, community health, global outreach and public policy initiatives in order to make the biggest impact against this disease.

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The LiveSTRONG Foundation

http://www.livestrong.org

Resources and support for cancer patients, survivors and caregivers

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The Loran Smith Center for Cancer Support

https://www.piedmont.org/locations/piedmont-athens/loran-smith-cancer-center

1199 Prince Avenue , Athens, GA 30606

706-475-7000

provides volunteer cancer survivors and professional staff members who offer insight and compassion to others on their cancer journey. The center offers information, education and emotional and spiritual support to cancer patients and their families in North Georgia. It serves as a resource for patients before, during and after cancer treatment by providing support groups, individual and family counseling and an educational resource library. Workshops, seminars, and individual classes are offered that address physical side effects of cancer treatment, psychosocial issues, spiritual concerns, complementary therapies and grief issues related to the death of a loved one. Endowed by the Athens Regional Foundation, all of the Center's services are available free of charge.

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Tigerlily Foundation

https://www.tigerlilyfoundation.org/

42020 Village Center Plaza Suite 120-156, Stone Ridge, VA 20105

888-580-6253

Tigerlily Foundation is here to support young women (age 15 – 45) before, during and after breast cancer. Our outreach is focused on the breast cancer community as a whole. This community consists of family, friends, health advocates, physicians, researchers and more. We reach diverse communities, ethnic groups and those who are underserved. From living rooms to classrooms, from board rooms to Capitol Hill, we are there, making a difference.

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TurningPoint Breast Cancer Rehabilitation

http://www.myturningpoint.org/

349 Decatur St. SE Suite M, Atlanta, GA 30312

770-360-9271

Recently, TurningPoint has expanded into metro Atlanta in order to directly impact Black and LGBTQIA+ survivors via a culturally relevant and community-based approach to reduce survivorship care barriers and facilitate expansion of patient resources.

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West Central Georgia Cancer Coalition (WCGCC), the West Central Health District

http://www.wcgcc.org

633 19th St , # B, GA 31901

(706) 660-1914

Brings together health care professionals, physicians, multidisciplinary cancer care providers, hospitals, county health departments, leading non-profit organizations, faith communities, businesses, and cancer survivors and concerned citizens throughout a ten-county region in West Central Georgia. The coalition's mission is to save lives from cancer by focusing on cancer prevention, education, early detection efforts and access to the best care possible. Counties served include: Muscogee, Chattahoochee, Harris, Marion, Meriwether, Muscogee, Schley, Stewart, Talbot, Taylor, Troup and Webster.

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Georgia CORE

 

Advancing Cancer Care through Partnerships and Innovation

Georgia CORE is a statewide nonprofit that leverages partnerships and innovation to attract more clinical trials, increase research, and promote education and early detection to improve cancer care for Georgians in rural, urban, and suburban communities across the state.