JOURNAL ARTICLE

This Oncology Nurse–Led Nonprofit Eases the Burdens of Cancer for Patients, Caregivers, and Survivors.

  • Published In: ONS Voice, 2025. P. N.PAG 1 of 2

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 2

Abstract

The article focuses on Cancer Support Community (CSC), a global nonprofit organization providing free support services to people affected by cancer, including patients, caregivers, survivors, and healthcare professionals. CSC offers in-person support at nearly 200 locations worldwide, a multilingual helpline staffed by experienced navigators, an online digital community called MyLifeLine, and a comprehensive educational series titled Frankly Speaking About Cancer. Additionally, CSC supports oncology healthcare professionals through resources such as the Psychosocial Oncology Professionals Symposium, a First Aid Toolkit video series, and psychosocial research aimed at improving cancer care. These services emphasize connection, education, and resilience throughout the cancer experience.

Additional Information

  • Source:ONS Voice. 2025/04, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Health and Medicine
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:2475-6938
  • Accession Number:184573163
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