How to find local support groups

Pain & HIV/AIDS

Call the local unit of the American Cancer Society; see the phone book in the business white pages.

Contact the National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship:

Call the National Cancer Information Service, 1-800-4-CANCER.

Call the State self-help clearinghouse; the American Self-Help Clearinghouse at (201) 642-7101 has information on State clearinghouses.

Contact the social service department of cancer treatment centers, an oncology social worker, or cancer counselor.

Call the local mental health department.

Check local newspapers for weekly listings.

Call the local United Way office or other community fund offices.