RESOURCES FOR FAMILY & COMMUNITIES
Connecting you to trusted support, guidance, and community care beyond our grant assistance.
Facing cancer is challenging in so many ways: emotionally, physically, and financially. At Andrea’s Foundation, we’re committed not just to our emergency grant program but also to helping you access the full range of support services you may need. Below are resources we have curated, both local and national, to connect you with care, guidance, and community.
RESOURCES & SUPPORT
Helpful services and trusted organizations for families navigating cancer
A cancer diagnosis often brings questions, stress, and needs that go beyond medical care. While Andrea’s Foundation provides direct financial assistance, we know families may also need additional guidance and support. This page connects patients and caregivers to reliable community resources that can help during treatment and recovery.
We encourage families to explore these organizations for medical information, emotional support, transportation assistance, nutrition guidance, and other essential services. Many of these programs can work alongside our grant support to help reduce the daily burdens that often come with cancer.
If you are unsure where to begin, please reach out to us. We are always happy to help you find the right support for your situation.
Programs that help families manage treatment costs, medical bills, and other urgent expenses during cancer care.
Patient navigation, counseling, and assistance programs through your treatment team.
📞 (805) 652-6000
🌐 https://vchca.org
Service Region: United States
Resources that assist with getting to treatment and finding temporary housing near hospitals or care centers.
Communities and services designed for teens and young adults facing cancer, offering connection, mentorship, and guidance.
Counseling, support groups, and caregiver resources to help patients and families cope emotionally throughout treatment.
Assistance with groceries, meals, utilities, and everyday necessities to help maintain stability during treatment.
Help understanding workplace protections, disability benefits, insurance issues, and patient rights.
Support services and programs for children with cancer and their families, including educational and family-centered care.
Trusted information about diagnoses, treatment options, and guidance on navigating the healthcare system.
Community and government services that provide crisis support, public benefits, and urgent assistance when needed.
IF THIS FEELS OVERWHELMING
Take one step at a time.
We’ll help you find the right support.
If everything feels like too much right now, that’s completely understandable. Cancer brings unexpected decisions, paperwork, appointments, and financial concerns, all at once. You don’t need to solve everything today. Reach out to us, and we’ll help you identify the most urgent need and connect you with the right resources, one step at a time.