Resource Support
Comprehensive resources and support for cancer patients and their caregivers.
Resources for Cancer Caregivers
NCI has information to help you care for a family member or friend with cancer—and yourself.
Informal Caregivers in Cancer (PDQ®)–Patient Version
Comprehensive information about the roles, needs, benefits, and burdens of being an informal caregiver, along with ways to reduce caregiver burden.
Caring for the Caregiver
Patient education materials from NCI focused on caregiver health and self-care strategies.
Advanced Cancer Caregivers
Specialized resources for caregivers supporting loved ones with advanced cancer, including end-of-life care considerations.
What are the Unmet Needs – The NLMSF as a support resource
Understanding the comprehensive needs of caregiving to be effective and efficient in supporting cancer patients
Needs of caregiving to be effective and efficient in the various facets of support needed by the cancer patient they are caring for. Good points were raised regarding:
- Caregiving stress has the potential to negatively influence caregiving.
- Caregiving impact has always had a significant impact on the quality of life of the caregiver themselves but also for the person they are caring for – in terms of parallel issues involving physical, psychosocial, and financial stress, along with managing/balancing daily activities while addressing caregiving tasks.
- Well-being connection - The wellbeing of the caregiver goes hand in hand with the wellbeing of the patient.
Support Resource Information for caregivers - how to prepare for cancer appointments – how to help with questions to ask, and more:
NLMSF Resource Information
Found on this page plus additional comprehensive caregiver support materials.
7 Essential Tips for Cancer Caregivers - Together4Cancer
Understanding the patient's specific cancer type, maintaining clear communication with healthcare teams, managing daily responsibilities, and seeking emotional support are all essential steps to provide compassionate care.
Caregiver Support Video Series
Educational resources to assist with caregiving and self-care
Caregiver Support Video Series from Cancer.Net
This video series offers educational support as you assist with the everyday needs of your loved one, as well as self-care techniques to improve your own quality of life.
Physical Care Training
Drain care, lifting, pain management, medication management, symptom/side effect management, and identifying signs of infection.
Caregiver Self-Care
Nutrition, physical activity, stress management and coping, dealing with fear of recurrence, and deep breathing/meditation.
Advocacy
How to effectively communicate your loved one's needs to the cancer care team.
Caregiver Stories
Caregivers share their experiences through the ups and downs of their journey.
Essential Caregiver Resources
Comprehensive links to support services and information
American Cancer Society Resources
Comprehensive guides and resources for caregivers of cancer patients.
NCCN Patient Resources
National Comprehensive Cancer Network resources for patients and caregivers.
Incorporating Family Caregivers Into Shared Decision-Making for Patients With Cancer
In a recent study published in JCO Oncology Practice, Steffensen et al examined the process of shared decision-making (SDM)....
NIH - Caregiving Toolkit to Support Caregivers:
Support Organizations
Organizations dedicated to supporting cancer caregivers
The American Psychosocial Oncology Society
Has a hotline that both patients and caregivers can call to get advice for emotional/mental health support resources in their community.
The Cancer Support Community
Provides online advice and information for cancer caregivers, and helpline and support programs at local affiliates.
CancerCare
Hosts virtual and in-person support groups and workshops for cancer caregivers.
The Home Alone Alliance
Offers video series tailored for family caregivers on mobility and wound care, with more topics to come.
The National Cancer Institute
Provides a booklet on "Caring for the Caregiver," that includes guidance on making time for yourself, navigating complicated feelings, and asking for help.
CDC Resources for Caregivers
Helpful resource information from the CDC for Caregivers to take care of themselves.
Caregiver's Corner Bookshelf
Recommended reading materials for caregivers
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Dana Farber Cancer Center Recommendations
Suggested books for caregivers from Dana Farber Cancer Center.
View Reading ListAmazon Book Recommendations
Highly rated books for cancer caregivers available on Amazon.
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An Essential Guide for Cancer Caregivers
Designed to cover a host of topics on caregiving, The American Cancer Society Complete Guide to Family Caregiving, Second Edition gives caregivers detailed information, helpful support, and practical answers to questions that may arise while caring for a loved one facing cancer.