Resources
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Hopsital-Based Cancer Resource Programs
Additional Health Care and Social Services Resources
Head & Neck Cancer Resources
Support for People with Oral and Head and Neck Cancer, Inc. (SPOHNC)
SPOHNC (pronounced “Spunk”) is a nonprofit organization that works to raise awareness and meet the needs of oral and head and neck cancer patients. SPOHNC sponsors many events, including oral cancer screenings, educational fairs, tasting events, and move to music classes. For more information, visit spohnc.org.
The Oral Cancer Foundation (OCF)
OCF offers education, research, advocacy, and patient support activities for oral cancer patients and caregivers. They host fundraising, fun run events, awareness campaigns, and free oral cancer screenings events throughout the country. For more information, visit oralcancerfoundation.org.
Head and Neck Cancer Alliance (HNCA)
HNCA supports head and neck cancer patients and caregivers through educational information, activities to promote awareness, and resources for patients to engage and learn from one another. For more information, visit headandneck.org.
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Find a Cancer Support Group Near You
Visit the American Cancer Society website to find a cancer support group near you. Also on this page are links to more information about the ACS’s National Cancer Information Center, its Patient Lodging Programs, and Road to Recovery, which provides rides to treatment.
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Hospital-Based Cancer Resource Programs
Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Support Program
The UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Support Program helps patients during cancer treatment, recovery, and survivorship. UNC Lineberger is the only public National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center in North Carolina.
The Patient Family Resource Center connects patients to support, education, and related resources. It also offers services such as financial aid referrals, a boutique for wigs and head coverings, and relaxation rooms. The PFRC is located on the ground floor of the N.C. Cancer Hospital in Chapel Hill, NC.
Additional cancer support services can be found at healthcare facilities throughout North Carolina:
Atrium Health Levine Cancer Institute Cancer Support & Surviorship Programs
Services include Integrative Oncology, Nutrition, Patient Navigation, Rehabilitation, Survivorship, Psycho-oncology, Senior Oncology, Palliative Medicine, and Support Groups.
Locations include LCI’s Charlotte, Concord, Pineville, Union, and University centers.
E-mail: LCISupportiveOncology [AT] AtriumHealth [DOT] org
(980) 442-2500
For Financial Assistance, go to this website or contact Patient Customer Service at (704) 512-7171 or (844) 440-6536.
Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center Cancer Patient Support Program
Services include a wide range of counseling, therapeutic, and support services. Sister program to the Psychosocial Oncology Program.
(336) 713-6954
For Financial Assistance, use the application linked here.
Cape Fear Valley Health Cancer Center
Services include public welfare programs application assistance, referrals to community agencies, assistance with Friends of the Cancer Center (financial support), transportation and prescription resources, and education.
Cone Health Cancer Support & Wellness Services
Services include patient and family support, appearance and self-image assistance, financial advocacy, Healing Touch, massage, nutrition, Hirsch Network support programs, palliative, psychological and spiritual support, and wellness and rehabilitation.
Locations include Moses H. Cone Memorial Hospital, the Doris S. Tanger Center for Patient and Family Support at Cone Health Wesley Long, and Alamance Regional.
(866) 822-8740
For Financial Assistance, learn about their programs here.
Duke Health Cancer Support Services
Services include support during and after cancer care (Self-image resources; survivorship support, physical rehabilitation, recreation therapy, etc.), for children and teens (Child Life Services), support for mind and spirit, and support groups.
Locations include the Durham, Cary, and Raleigh cancer centers.
(919) 684-4497
For Financial Assistance, apply for Charity Care with the application linked here.
Mission Health Cancer Support Services
Services include support during and after cancer care like financial counseling, chaplain care, rehabilitation, nutritional guidance and care for your emotional well-being.
Novant Health Cancer Institute (Greater Charlotte) Buddy Kemp Support Center
Services include support groups and counseling, spiritual support, financial support, etc.
UNC Health Mary Anne Long Patient and Family Resource Center
Services include an education center, relaxation therapy room, boutique, kitchenette, conference room, and referrals for financial assistance.
(984) 974-8100
For Financial Assistance, apply for Charity Care via My UNC Chart or by calling (866) 704-5286 or (984) 974-3425.
UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Support Program
Services include Caregivers Support, Mental Health and Emotional Support, Financial and Legal Assistance, Survivorship, Health Coaching and Physical Activity, Integrative Medicine, Nutrition, and more. The website details support provided by the CCSP and links to outside agencies that provide support, too. The Patient and Family Resource Center in the NC Basnight Cancer Hospital falls under this program’s umbrella.
(984) 974-8100
UNC Rex Support Services
Services include patient navigation, social workers, nutrition, DigniCap Scalp Cooling system, financial counselors, cancer rehabilitation, wellness and support groups, and valet services.
(919) 784-3105
Vidant Health/ECU Health Cancer Care
Services include psychotherapy, support groups, complementary therapies (and partnerships with the community).
Locations in Greenville and Beaufort with limited services also in Tarboro, Roanoke Rapids, and Nags Head.
(252) 847-9450
For Financial Assistance, call (252) 847-4472 or (800) 788-4473.
Wake Forest Baptist Cancer Patient Support Program
Services include Support groups, Mental Health and Emotional Support
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Additional Health Care and Social Services Resources
NCCARE 360 Get Help
If you are located in North Carolina and need health care or social services, such as housing, transportation, or food, they can help!
Use the self-serve navigation tool to search the complete NCCARE360 directory without sharing your personal information. Or, submit an assistance request form to be referred to local resources near you.
American Cancer Society Resource Directory Search Here Or call the 24/7 Helpline 1-800-227-2345
Find resources to help you and your loved ones manage your lives through treatment and recovery, and get the emotional support you need.
In addition to American Cancer Society programs and services, we can also help connect you to additional free or low cost resources from other organizations.
United Way 211 Directory Search Here Or Dial 211 to call the 24/7 Helpline
Thousands of staff and volunteers across the country make sure 211 is available 24/7 to help you or someone you care about access caregiving resources, food assistance, disaster recovery, etc.
If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health or substance abuse challenges, you are not alone. There are people ready to help.
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