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Practical support

Practical Support Resources

Start with your center's patient services or social work team. These resources may help you investigate practical support, but each program sets its own eligibility rules and availability. We do not process applications or receive a fee for sending you to these assistance resources.
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Lodging

  • American Cancer Society lodging

    Explore patient lodging resources and ask about current program requirements. A room is not guaranteed.

    Limits: Availability and eligibility must be checked with the program.

    Check eligibility with the program

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  • Joe's House

    Look for medical-travel lodging resources and confirm current terms with the listed organization.

    Limits: A directory of listings; each listed organization sets its own terms.

    Check eligibility with the program

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Transport

  • ACS Road To Recovery

    Investigate transportation support and ask about availability for your area and trip.

    Limits: Rides are subject to local availability.

    Check eligibility with the program

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Practical and financial

  • CancerCare Helping Hand

    Search a financial-resource directory and confirm eligibility with each program before applying.

    Limits: Eligibility varies by program.

    Check eligibility with the program

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Your center's patient services

Ask which lodging, transportation or financial-resource contacts fit your location.

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Before you apply

Before applying, ask:

  • Does this program serve my location?
  • What costs or arrangements does it cover?
  • Is a referral required?
  • What documents are needed?
  • Is funding or space currently available?
  • How and when will I receive a decision?

Send requested documents only through the program's verified channel.

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