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There are many educational and informational resources available both locally and nationally. Area hospitals, community organizations, national cancer programs, and websites offer readily accessible, up-to-date information related to oncology and hematology.
Wellstar Hospital Oncology Library is located at the Kennestone Outpatient Center and the NGOC Austell office. Audiotapes, videotapes and books are available for loan.
Informational brochures are located in the waiting rooms of all NGOC offices.
National Cancer Institute (NCI): 1-800-4-CANCER
The American Cancer Society offers several programs to assist people with cancer and their families cope with diagnosis, treatment, and recovery. These programs include:
Reach to Recovery, an individualized support program for women with breast cancer from a specially-trained breast cancer survivor.
Look Good...Feel Better, teaching cancer patients how to deal with appearance changes during treatment (includes wig-styling, make-up tips).
Road to Recovery, volunteer transportation to and from treatment.
Man to Man, providing support for men with prostate cancer.
I Can Cope, an educational series providing information and support in areas ranging from financial concerns to community resources.
CanSurmount, offering one-on-one emotional support for all cancer patients (except breast and prostate cancer).
In some cases, there is limited financial support available for medicines, transportation, equipment, and supplies. Local offices may supply wigs, prostheses, and some other supplies free. For further information, contact ACS Southeast Division Patient Navigation Center at 1-800-282-4914 (option 1), or call 1-800-ACS-2345
Major Cancer Centers (Please see Cancer Info Links page for more sites and internet links)
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