The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society (LLS) is pleased to offer an extensive list of national and international resources for patients and families.  These organizations can help with financial assistance, support and counseling, assistance with transportation, summer camps and many other needs. 

For additional help, please contact our Information Resource Center (IRC) at
(800) 955-4572, Monday through Friday, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET.

Information on Blood Cancers

Leukemia

Lymphoma

Myeloma

Myelodysplastic Syndromes (MDS)

Myeloproliferative Diseases

Disease Registries - A disease registry collects, manages and analyzes information on a patient with a particular diagnosis over an extended period of time.   

Statistical Resources

Blood Cancer Treatment

Choosing a Treatment Center

Clinical Trials - Clinical trials are carefully controlled research studies conducted by doctors to improve the care and treatment of cancer patients. 

Complementary & Alternative Therapies - Complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) is a way of treating a patient with an array of healing philosophies, approaches and therapies that embrace a holistic approach to care - treating the mind, body and spirit. 

Blood and Marrow Transplantation

Cord Blood Transplantation - Cord blood stem cells can be collected from the umbilical cord and placenta after a baby is born.  When needed for a transplant, the cord blood unit can be shipped to the transplant center.   

Anemia

Autoimmune Diseases

Primary Immunodeficiency Diseases

Amyloidosis

Lymphedema

Nutrition and Exercise

Pain Management

Fertility and Pregnancy

Oral Health

Skin Care, Hair Care, Wigs and Makeup

Government Programs

Help with Insurance Issues

Prescription Drug Assistance for People with Medical Insurance - These organizations offer assistance to eligible patients when meeting insurance medication co-pays presents a difficulty. 

Prescription Drug Assistance for People Who are Uninsured - Patients should also check with the specific drug manufacturer to see if they qualify for an available Patient Assistance Program.  Patients must meet the program's eligibility criteria.

Blood and Marrow Transplantation Finances

Medical Equipment/Supplies, Medical Services

Ground Transportation

Air Transport

Lodging - These are resources for temporary housing facilities for patients, and usually a family member or caretaker, when the patient is receiving care at a medical facility at a distance from home.

Mortgage/Rent or Utility Assistance

Education Scholarships

Wishes

Camp/Respite Services - These organizations provide one or more in a range of programs and services such as camp facilities, organized recreation for cancer patients of different ages, respite care assistance to provide caregivers a short interval of rest from caring for a patient.

Resources for Children and Families
 
Resources for Young Adults

Resources for Adults

Resources for Caregivers

Employment Disabilities/Discrimination

Legal Resources

Hospice/End of Life

Bereavement

Canadian & International Cancer Resources

Canadian Resources - Please visit LLS Canadian Web site (http://lls.org/all_chap) for additional information as well as the contact information for your local LLS chapter office.

International Resources

Professional Organizations for Healthcare Providers

Disclaimer: The information housed on this page is regularly reviewed.  Please contact TheDirectory@LLS.org if a link is not working, if information needs to be updated, or if you would like to submit your organization for possible inclusion.

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