Prostate Cancer Support Services and Resources

Prostate Cancer Support Services and Resources

Below is a list of support services and resources for those diagnosed with prostate cancer.  We wish you all the best on your cancer journey.  There are other support services available.  Please discuss with your Medical Oncologist or Neurosurgeon all of your needs.

Prostate Cancer Foundation

Prostate Cancer Foundation
1250 Fourth Street
Santa Monica, CA 90401 
Email:  info@pcf.org
Please note that we cannot answer specific medical questions.
Phone:  1.800.757.CURE FREE (2873)
Main 310.570.4700  
Fax 310.570.4701 

We understand, there is a life before you found out you had cancer and life after you received your diagnosis. The new life brings with it uncertainty, fear, anger, sadness, and more. But you are not alone. In 2022, nearly 269,000 U.S. men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer.
Even with so many people, you may not know whom to talk to; whom to listen to. Your family and friends may be wonderful, loving, and supportive, but chances are they have not faced what you are facing. They mean well… they just don’t know. Thankfully, there is somewhere to turn for help for both you and your caregiver: support groups.  Support groups are a community of people with a similar diagnosis or challenge who gather together to share knowledge, encouragement, and emotional comfort. PCF has several private, moderated support groups on Facebook for different interests. See support groups listing at the following website: https://www.pcf.org/patient-resources/patient-navigation/support-groups/

ZERO - Prostate Cancer - Us Too Support Groups 

PATIENT SUPPORT: (844) 244-1309
ZERO - The End of Prostate Cancer 
888 245 9455, zerocancer.org

You are not alone! We welcome everyone who has been touched by prostate cancer including patients, survivors, loved ones, caregivers, and medical professionals to join us as warriors in our fight against prostate cancer.

With each personal story, our ZERO’s Heroes raise awareness and shed light on the journey to end prostate cancer. Meet some of the patients and families whom we are fighting for 365 days of the year and join our community!

Find a support group near you Us TOO Prostate Cancer Support Groups:
https://zerocancer.org/get-support/peer-support/find-a-support-group/

FANS FOR THE CURE

TEAMING UP AGAINST PROSTATE CANCER
PO Box 213
New York, NY 10101-0213
Phone: 888-301-4414
Email: info@fansforthecure.org
In the event of an urgent need, please call us directly on 917-856-7545.
https://fansforthecure.org/contact/

About Our Online Men’s Support Groups

This new program is an online way for Fans for the Cure to continue to support men facing a prostate cancer diagnosis, treatment, or recovery. To be clear, these groups are men getting together online to share experiences, support each other, and enjoy the company of other men on a journey through prostate cancer.
For the fourth consecutive year, our Stay in the Game podcast has held the No. 1 slot among The 15 Best Prostate Cancer Podcasts You Must Follow in 2023, as rated by podcast evaluator, Feedspot.

Prostate Cancer Research Institute

1-800-641-7274
http://pcri.org/#welcome
Website contains information on latest prostate cancer news.

Prostate Cancer Support (International)

http://prostatecancersupport.org/

Additional Support and Resources specific for Prostate Cancer

• American Urological Association Foundation 410 689 3700 , urologyhealth.org
• CancerCare Co-Payment Assistance Foundation 866 552 6729, cancercare.org/copayfoundation
• Malecare, Inc. 212 673 4920, malecare.org
• National Alliance of State Prostate Cancer Coalitions 877 627 7228, naspcc.org
• Prostate Advocates Aiding Choices in Treatments (PAACT) 616 453 1477, paact.help
• Prostate Cancer Education Council 866 477 6788, prostateconditions.org
• The Assistance Fund 855 845 3663, tafcares.org
• The Prostate Net 888 477 6763, theprostatenet.org
• Time to Screen 855 537 2733, timetoscreen.org
• Us TOO International Prostate Cancer Education & Support Network 800 808 7866, ustoo.org

General Patient Support 

Smart Patients

https://www.smartpatients.com/

Learn from other patients
We believe patients are the most underutilized resource in healthcare. We've watched patients become experts in their conditions — and we see that their knowledge improves the care they receive. With the right tools, you and other patients can do the same.
Patients often become extraordinarily knowledgeable about their disease. You can, too.

Patientslikeme

https://www.patientslikeme.com/
https://www.patientslikeme.com/conditions/prostate-ca

Imagine this: a world where people with chronic health conditions get together and share their experiences living with disease. Where newly diagnosed patients can improve their outcomes by connecting with and learning from others who've gone before them. Where researchers learn more about what's working, what's not, and where the gaps are, so that they can develop new and better treatments. 

It's already happening at PatientsLikeMe. We're a free website where people can share their health data to track their progress, help others, and change medicine for good

General Cancer Support Groups

Montefiore St. Luke’s Cornwall

All Cancer - Cancer Survivors Virtual Support Group
For those living with or having survived any type of cancer
First Wednesday of the month 5:30 – 6:30
Contact Oncology Navigation Social Worker at 845 458-4381 to Register

Dyson Center for Cancer Care at Vassar Brothers

Cancer Support Group for Cancer Patients

This support group meets weekly at Vassar Brothers Medical Center in the Dyson Center for Cancer Care 845- 483-6470. Professional Social Workers and Nurses lead discussions on ways to cope with illness and treatments. Groups also meet at The Vassar Brothers Medical Mall in Fishkill (845-838-8103) and in Kingston (845-339-7700). 

Metastatic (Stage IV) Cancer Support Group

This group meets weekly at The Dyson Center for Cancer Care (845-483-6470) and is led by professional Social workers to provide support and coping skills. The group is also available at The Vassar Brothers Medical Mall in Fishkill (845-838-8103). Cancer Support Group for Friends and Family of Cancer Patients: This support group is available at the Dyson Center for Cancer Care. For more information call 845-483-6394.

  
Gilda’s Club Westchester

80 Maple Ave,
White Plains NY 10601
(914) 644-8844
Español (914) 997-6006
info@gildasclubwestchester.org
https://gildasclubwestchester.org/

We are here for you. Gilda’s Club Westchester provides free support, education, healthy lifestyle, and social programs for anyone impacted by any type of cancer residing in New York or Connecticut.

For more information on the programs we offer for individuals living with cancer, or to sign up for a support group or activity, please call 914.644.8844

Weekly Groups

• Living with Cancer Group – A weekly group for adults who are diagnosed with cancer and are in treatment.
• Monthly Groups
• Post-Treatment Group

CancerCare

http://www.cancercare.org/diagnosis/prostate_cancer

Counseling

Oncology social workers help you cope with the emotional and practical challenges of prostate cancer. Contact us at 800 813 HOPE (4673) or email info@cancercare.org. 
CancerCare also offers financial and co-pay assistance, Social Work assistance, Support Groups (see below), Connect Education Workshops.  

Prostate Cancer Support Group (virtual)

CancerCare is offering a 15-week online support group for people diagnosed with prostate cancer who are currently receiving treatment. This group is co-sponsored by the National Alliance of State Prostate Cancer Coalitions (NASPCC). In this group led by an oncology social worker, patients give support to each other and share resources and information. Online support groups take place using a password-protected message board format (not live chat or video conference).

Our group:

• Reduces feelings of loneliness, anxiety and distress
• Helps you learn new ways of coping
• Increases feelings of hope and empowerment
• Provides you with practical information about treatment and resources
• Helps you communicate better with your medical team and loved ones

To join this group, you will need to complete our online registration process. After joining this password-protected group, you can read and post messages 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

At this time, CancerCare’s online support groups are only available to people residing within the United States (including Puerto Rico and U.S. territories).
Start Date:  Please see website (Group accepts new members after start date.)

Registration:  https://www.cancercare.org/support_groups/126-prostate_cancer_patient_support_group

American Cancer Society

1-800-227-2345
https://www.cancer.org/cancer/types/prostate-cancer.html

Other Cancer Resources

Cancer Resource Center of the Hudson Valley

100 Ward Street, Suite A
Montgomery, NY  12549
https://www.hudsonvalleycancer.org/contact.aspx

We connect our Hudson Valley community affected by cancer with the support they need.  Hudson Valley Cancer is the region’s only independent oncology resource organization to assist patients regardless of cancer diagnosis, income level or treatment center. We strive to make the cancer journey easier to bear by connecting our community living with and affected by cancer to resources, services, programs, and organizations on a national, state, regional and local level.

The Scott Hamilton CARES Initiative – 4th Angel Program

1-866-520-3197
www.4thangel.org
Free, national service which provides a one-to-one supportive relationship (phone or email based) to cancer patients and their caregivers.

Cancer Hope Network

http://www.cancerhopenetwork.org/
2 North Rd ,Ste A 
Chester, NJ 07930 
Phone 877-HOPENET 
Fax (908) 879-6518
1-877-467-3638
Matches cancer patients one-on-one with someone who has recovered from a similar experience. 

Friend for Life Cancer Support Network

https://www.friend4life.org/
Phone: 502.893.0643
Toll-free: 866.374.3634
Email: staff@friend4life.org
4003 Kresge Way Suite 100
Louisville, KY 40207-4652
Friend for Life is a network of cancer survivors and caregivers who provide compassionate, one-to-one support to others diagnosed with cancer, and to their loved ones.

At your request, Friend for Life will match you with a trained volunteer who has experienced a form of cancer and/or course of treatment similar to yours.

Imerman Angels

2001 N Halsted St. Suite 302
Chicago IL 60614
866-IMERMAN 463-7626
https://imermanangels.org/our-story/
Our mission:  To provide comfort and understanding for all cancer fighters, survivors, previvors and caregivers through a personalized, one-on-one connection with someone who has been there. 

Find a Mentor Angel

No one has to face cancer alone.
Through our unique matching process, Imerman Angels partners individuals seeking cancer support with a Mentor Angel – a fighter, survivor, previvor or caregiver – who has been in their shoes.

To be matched with a buddy, call Imerman Angels at 866-IMERMAN 463-7626 or go to https://www.tfaforms.com/4854673.

For any urgent/emergent healthcare issues please contact your doctor or call 911.  This document is provided for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended to provide any recommendations or warranties.  This information is provided in good faith and for general information purposes only and we do not make any warrantees about the completeness, reliability and accuracy of any of the information or agencies listed.  Please contact your physician for assistance, advice, and care.