American Cancer Society

Mission: The American Cancer Society (ACS) is dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem through research, education, advocacy, and service. ACS provides comprehensive support and resources to individuals affected by cancer, including patients, survivors, caregivers, and families.

Services and Programs:

• Patient Support:
• Free rides to treatment for cancer patients who need transportation assistance.
• Free lodging during treatment for patients who must travel far from home for care.
• ACS CARES™ program offering personalized support and navigation.
• Free smoking cessation support to help individuals quit tobacco use.
• Survivor and Caregiver Support:
• Breast cancer support programs.
• Cancer Survivors Network for peer connection and sharing experiences.
• Survivor stories to inspire and inform.
• 24/7 Cancer Helpline:
• Around-the-clock helpline providing information, resources, and emotional support.
• Education and Prevention:
• Extensive information on cancer types, risk factors, prevention, screening, diagnosis, and treatment.
• Resources on genetics, tobacco, HPV, diet, physical activity, sun safety, and cancer risk assessment.
• Financial and Insurance Guidance:
• Assistance with navigating financial and insurance matters related to cancer care.
• Research and Advocacy:
• Funding and conducting cancer research, including grants and prevention studies.
• Advocacy for public policies that improve cancer prevention, detection, and treatment.
• Community Engagement:
• Fundraising events such as Relay For Life and Making Strides Against Breast Cancer Walk.
• Volunteer opportunities and ways to get involved in the fight against cancer.

Service Area and Eligibility:

• The American Cancer Society serves individuals nationwide, including residents of Louisa County, VA and surrounding regions. Programs are available to anyone affected by cancer, regardless of location, with many services accessible online or by phone.

Additional Information:

• ACS provides multilingual resources and educational materials in various languages.
• The organization offers a searchable resource database for local and national support services.
• ACS is involved in cancer research, training, and dissemination of cancer facts and statistics.

For detailed eligibility and program participation, contact the organization directly.