Aside from effective treatment, a strong support system is essential for fighting, healing, and staying positive throughout your mesothelioma battle. That support system is not limited to friends and family–it encompasses all the support networks and resources available to patients, survivors, and caregivers.
Here, we’ve compiled a list of some of the most active and reputable organizations working for mesothelioma patients. They provide invaluable resources you can use to navigate this new “normal,” and they do fantastic work in our communities to advance research and awareness of mesothelioma.
Mesothelioma Applied Research Foundation
CureMeso.org
Mesothelioma Applied Research Foundation is a nonprofit organization committed to funding mesothelioma research, supporting patients and families affected by the disease, and advocating for a cure. It raises funds through events and campaigns and collaborates with researchers and medical institutions to accelerate progress in mesothelioma treatment and prevention.
Asbestos Disease Awareness Organization (ADAO)
AsbestosDiseaseAwareness.org
ADAO focuses on asbestos awareness and advocacy to prevent exposure and eliminate diseases caused by asbestos, including mesothelioma. They provide support for patients and their families, advocate for a global ban on asbestos, and promote asbestos awareness through education and outreach.
American Cancer Society (ACS)
Cancer.org
ACS strives to free the world from cancer by funding research, providing expert information, supporting cancer patients, and promoting prevention. They are a vital resource for comprehensive cancer-related guidance and support.
Patient Advocate Foundation (PAF)
PatientAdvocate.org
PAF case managers assist individuals with chronic conditions in resolving issues related to their diagnosis with insurers, employers, and creditors. They provide invaluable support for navigating the complexities of healthcare.
CancerCare
CancerCare.org
CancerCare offers free professional support services and information to help individuals manage the emotional, practical, and financial challenges of cancer.
Cancer Support Community
CancerSupportCommunity.org
Committed to ensuring that “no one faces cancer alone,” the Cancer Support Community provides global support services. They conduct research and advocate for cancer patients to make their voices heard.
