LOCAL & NATIONAL RESOURCES
ONCOLOGY & LYMPHEDEMA
Cancer Information, Answers, and Hope. Available Every Minute of Every Day.
The American Lung Association is a “voluntary health organization whose mission is to save lives by improving lung health and preventing lung disease through education, advocacy and research.”
Leukemia & Lymphoma Society mission is to “cure leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin's disease and myeloma, and improve the quality of life of patients and their families.”
Stupid Cancer was designed to “help to empower everyone affected by adolescent and young adult (AYA) cancer by ending isolation and building community so that everyone in the AYA community is supported, understood, and accepted.”
Us TOO empowers people diagnosed with prostate cancer, and their loved ones, with the educational resources and support services to fight prostate cancer.
Cancer affects us all. The Ulman Foundation supports and recognizes each individual as a whole before, during and beyond their diagnosis.
At Ulman, you are welcomed, respected, and supported within our community.
The mission of Wellness House of Annapolis is to provide support, education, and services to help individuals and families who have been touched by cancer recover their health and well-being in a home-like environment.
Living Beyond Breast Cancer is a national nonprofit that
connects people with trusted information and a community of support.
A resource that “provides customized, one-to-one emotional support to anyone impacted by a breast cancer diagnosis.”
Some of our services include prosthetic breast fittings, wigs, educational tote bags, lift chair loaner program and community related events to educate the public. All of our services are FREE. In addition to our main office, support groups are held in the surrounding counties of Wicomico, Worcester, Somerset, and Dorchester.
An in store program offered at Walgreens stores featuring pharmacists and beauty consultants who are specially trained to help people better manage internal and visible side effects from cancer treatments. This service is available at select stores and it is free with no appointment needed.
Our mission is to enrich the health and well-being of those diagnosed with breast and ovarian cancers – for life – by funding and delivering integrative therapies.
Promote the development of healthy bodies and spirits, to support recovery from breast cancer and to grow friendships and teamwork. The club promotes and develops the sport of dragon boating as a means of building physical strength, endurance, and confidence with a emphasis on recreation, synchrony, and harmony while on the beautiful Spa Creek. Monthly trial 'soft paddles' are open to anyone.
American Breast Cancer Foundation
Maryland Breast and Cervical Cancer Program
American Cancer Society, Maryland
The Red Devils, Inc
Making Strides Against Breast Cancer of Central MD
Making Strides Against Breast Cancer - Baltimore
Breast Cancer Survivors
Best Life After Cancer MD
COUNSELING RESOURCES IN AACO
Short-term individual counseling with a licensed clinical oncology social worker is available. This service is provided at no cost to the individual wishing to address issues related to cancer diagnosis, treatment, survivorship, and or quality of like, body image, sexuality, spiritual concerns, etc. Call your Nurse navigator for more information to arrange an appointments.
If you are in crisis NOW, you can contact:
-National Suicide Prevention Hotline 1-800-SUICIDE
-AA County Mental Health Agency Crisis Warmline 24/7 at 410-768-5522
-Text 'HELLO' to 741-741
Having difficulty paying your utility bills, this program helps Maryland families: pay their utility bills, minimize heating crisis and making energy costs more affordable.
You can apply anytime during the year, but must re-apply each fiscal year. Apply by contacting your oncology social work counselor or by arranging an appointment at your local agency.
The National Lymphedema Network’s mission is to empower our community of lymphedema practitioners and patients by providing educational opportunities, networking opportunities, and interventional resources. We aim to inspire clinicians to provide world-class care for people with lymphedema by promoting best practice guidelines and standards of care.
A Lymphedema Advocacy Group with a mission to “advance lymphedema care in the United States by advocating for improved insurance coverage for the diagnosis and treatment of the disease.”
WIG Shops in Maryland
A 501 c(3) non-profit organization, Fighting Pretty has impacted over 30,000 women battling all types of cancer in 50 U.S. states and 19 countries globally. Plus, Fighting Pretty has received over $1 million worth of product donations from top cosmetic brands to send to women battling cancer. Fighting Pretty helps women battling cancer feel strong and beautiful.
Fittings By Michele Wellness Boutique, established in 1993, is an accredited facility offering innovative healthcare and personal care products and services. Our experienced, certified fitters provide personal, customized fittings with knowledge, compassion and understanding in a private, comfortable setting.
NEUROLOGY
To provide the best driver education and training services for all people, with or without disabilities. We strive to keep people driving as long as possible- SAFELY!
Excellent Resource!
MAPS provides programs and services that encourage healthy lifestyles for all those affected by Parkinson’s Disease.
Evidence-based speech, physical and occupational therapies for Parkinson's, pediatrics, and other populations.
Our programs bring much-needed education, local resources, and life-enrichment to individuals and families impacted by Dementia.
We recognize Dementia caregivers and innovators and raise HOPE by spotlighting relevant research to discover cures, causes, encourage early detection and meaningful interventions.
A Memory Cafe is a wonderfully welcoming place for individuals with Alzheimer’s Disease or any other form of dementia, or other brain disorders. They are designed to include the care partner as well, for a shared experience. Additionally, it is helpful for people with all forms of mild cognitive impairment (MCI.)
VISITING ANGEL'S
A friendly resource that provides the following services: In home care, companion care, personal care and memory care services are available.
"The College of Optometrists in Vision Development (COVD) is a non-profit, international membership association of eye care professionals including optometrists, optometry students, and vision therapists. Established in 1970, COVD provides board certification for optometrists and vision therapists who are prepared to offer state-of-the-art services in:
Behavioral and developmental vision care
Vision therapy
Neuro-optometric rehabilitation"
A free digital resource led by expert ophthalmologists and optometrists to provide trusted information on eye health and vision.
Recent studies and research strongly link eye health to various conditions, including Alzheimer's. MyVision has created a guide that discusses the link between eyes and Alzheimer's, how the disease affects your eyes, the use of eye exams for early detection, and more! Click below to check it out
If you don’t have insurance or have a high deductible plan, you know that even the most basic medications can cost a fortune. Cost Plus Drug Company is a resource that can provide safe and affordable medications to many Americans.