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CANCER RESOURCESThe information contained in this directory (or on this list) is compiled from public sources or provided by the resources listed herein. Unless specifically identified as Kaiser Permanente resource,there is no legal or financial interest in any listed service. Kaiser Permanente makes no representations or judgments and assumes no responsibility for the quality of care provided by any serviceincluded in this directory. This list should not be relied upon as an authorization for payment. Please contact Member Services at (800) 464-4000 if you have any benefit or coverage questions
Page 2 of 11HotlinesOrganizationAmerican Cancer SocietyAddress/webhttp://www.cancer.orgPhone(800) 227-2345Lymphoma & LeukemiaSocietywww.lls.org888 535-9300Cancer Support CommunityBenjamin CenterABCD Helpline(Formerly Network ForStrength)Cancer zationKaiser Permanente800-977-4121Services24 hour phone support, education and communityreferrals.Provides phone counseling and other supportiveprograms. Financial assistance available.Offers a variety of free workshops and counseling forcancer patients and their families.Provides empowerment and peer support to BreastCancer patients. 24/7 hotline with more than150languagesProvides free counseling to cancer patients and theirloved ones. Also some financial assistance &community resources.Support Groups & Adult Oncology ProgramsAddress/web3440 E. La Palma Ave.Anaheim, CA 92807Phone714-644-2970Service DescriptionOffers Cancer Support Groups and other supportiveprograms for adult Oncology Patients.Breast Cancer Angels1940 E. Deere Ave. Suite 100Santa Ana, 92705www.breastcancerangels.org949 261-9446800-227-2345714 898-8900(Huntington Beach)562 795-0100 (Cypress)Look Good Feel Better, Tell A Friend & Reach ToRecovery Programs, Call for Details.Assists in completing the circle of care for women inneed because of financial hardship.Cancer Survivors s Hospital of OrangeCountyThe Cordelia Knott WellnessCtr.1201 W La Veta Ave, Orange 92868714-997-3000(main line)714-509-8887( educator)714 541-9355Fountain Valley RegionalHospital, Cancer Ctr.Hoag Hospital Cancer Ctr.9920 Talbert Ave.Fountain Valley4000 W. Pacific Coast Hwy.Newport BeachAmerican Cancer SocietyUpdated Dec 2015- Schsuwww.ckwellnesscenter.org230 S. Main St.Orange714 979-1408949 722-6237On line support and informational site.Programs & Times vary. Call for details.Offers supportive programs to address the mind, spirit& body of those who have been affected by cancer.Offered in English & Spanish. Financial assistanceavailable.Help information line offer Assorted support groups,call for details.Programs & times vary , call for detailsfor pt or pt care giver, has to be 18 years or older
Page 3 of 11Long Beach Mem. Children’sHospitalGreen FoundationCare MinistryShepherd Grove ChurchThe Max FoundationStarlight children'sfoundationCancer support community2801 Atlantic Ave.Long Beach1971 E. 4th st, suite 320,Santa Anathegreenfoundation.net12921 Lewis st,Garden Grove 92840www.maxaid.orgCentury Plaza Towers, 2049 CenturyPark E #4320 LA Ca 90067www.starlight.org200 E. Del Mar, Suite 118Pasadena, CA 91105cancersupportcommunity.org562 933-8600Pediatrics only714 507-0338Meets every 4th Wed of the month.The group is held at Mimi’s CaféContact Ernesta Wright for details.Programs & Times vary , call for details714 971-4032888 462-9368310-479-1212626-796-1083Dedicated to improving the lives and survival rates ofthose with blood related cancersProvide entertainment, education and family activitiesfor seriously ill children and their family members inthe United StatesProvides a full range of support services for peoplewith cancer and their loved ones. Call for specifics.Children’s Support GroupsOrganizationChildren's Oncology GroupKids KonnectedNational Children’s CancerSocietyAmerican Childhood CancerOrganizationStarlight children'sfoundationUpdated Dec 2015- SchsuAddress/web222 E. Huntington Drive, suite 100,Monrovia, Ca 91016www.childrensoncologygroup.org26071 Merit Circle suite 103Laguna Hills, 92658www.kidskonnected.org500 N. Broadway Suite 800. StLouis, Mo 63102www.thenccs.org10920 Connecticut Ave, Suite AKensington, MD 208952049 Century Park East Suite 4320Los AngelesPhone626 447-0064949 582-5443800 899-2866314.241.1600855 858-2226310-479-1212ServicesA National Cancer Institute supports clinical trial group,devoted exclusively to childhood and adolescent cancerresearch.Mission is to provide friendship, understanding,education & support for the children affected by cancerof parentsProvides financial as well as resource informationProvides information, peer support and advocacy foryoung cancer patients.Provide entertainment, education and family activitiesfor seriously ill children and their family members in theUnited States
Page 4 of 11Specialty Groups and ResourcesOrganizationAsian American Senior CitizensService Ctr.Address/webPhone850 N. Birch St. Santa Ana, 92701www.aascsc.org714 560-8877Cancer & Careers.orghttp://www.cancerandcareers.org/Y-ME National Breast CancerOrganizationwww.y-me.orgChinese General Cancer GroupLakeview Senior Center20 Lake Rd., Irvine450 West 4th street, suite 130,Santa Ana, 92701www.latinohealthaccess.orgLatino Health Access24 hours Spanish hotline800 986-950524 hours English hotline800-221-2141714 560-8877714 542-7792303 975-2449Native American CancerResearch393 S Harlan St, #125, Lakewood,Co 80226www.natamcancer.orgNext Stepwww.nextstepnet.org617 864-2921Orange County Asian PacificIslander Community Alliance12900 Garden Grove Blvd. Suite214AGarden Grove, CA 92843www.ocapica.org1300 S Grand Ave,Santa Ana, CA 92705www.officeonaging.ocgov.com221 N. Figueroa St, ste#180,Los Angeles, 90012www.lacity.org/DOA9636 Garden Grove Blvd.Garden Grove714 636-9095O.C. Office on AgingL. A. County Office on AgingO.C. Korean-American HealthInfo. & Ed. Ctr.Ovarian Cancer Orange CountyAllianceUpdated Dec 2015- Schsuwww.ovarianoc.orgServicesSponsor Cancer Control Program by offeringprevention, education, early detection and screeningservice, treatment support, patient/family support etcto Asian American Senior CitizenProvides a comprehensive website, free publications,and a series of support groups and educationalseminars for employees with cancerTrained breast cancer survivors provide support andcounseling through 24 hours hotlineHeld on the 3rd Sat. of the month 10 am – 1 pm.Call Jennifer Wang for more informationProvides educational and emotional supportAn educational community-based research studycreated in 1998 to help improve the quality of cancercare and the quality of life for all American Indian,Alaska Native, and First Nations cancer patients andtheir loved ones.Helping young people facing cancer and blood diseasesrealize more of life’s possibilities.Resources for Asian & Pacific Islander groups in O.C.Includes Korean & Vietnamese programs714 567-7500800 510-2020Offers assistance: Meals on Wheels, transportationresources, community referrals for seniors213-482-7252800-510-2020714-417-0050Offers assistance: Meals on Wheels, transportationresources, community referrals for seniors located inL.A. CountiesProvides info., Support Groups & other educationalservices to Korean-Americans714 974-0697Information & outreach to newly diagnosed pts.
Page 5 of 11Planet CancerTeam SurvivorThe Ulman Cancer Fund forYoung AdultsVietnamese American CancerSocietywww.planetcancer.org1223 Wilshire Blvd. #570Santa Monica, CA 90403www.teamsurvivor.comwww.ulmanfund.org17150 Newhope st. suite 203,Fountain Valley 92708Online forum for Young people fighting cancerProvides free exercise & educational programs forwomen w/past or present diagnosis of cancer.410-964-0202888-393-fund714 751-5805Legal AidOrganizationAddress/webPhonePatient Advocate Foundation(PAF)Cancer Legal Resource Centerhttp://www.patientadvocate.org800 532-5274www.cancerfed.com/legal.htm213 736-1455866 843-2572Community Advocacy egal Aid Society2101 N. Tustin Ave., Santa Ana92705800 834-5001714 571-5200ServicesProvides legal aid for cancer patients and survivorsconcerning managed care, insurance financial issues,job discrimination & debt crisis.Provides informative and educational material, as wellas access to a volunteer panel of attorneys and otherprofessionals.Has a cancer resource center as well as a communityoutreach program. Protecting the possibilitiesProvides free legal services to low income and seniorsin the Orange County & Southeast Los Angeles area.Prescription AssistanceOrganizationLymphoma & Leukemia SocietyAddress/webwww.lls.orgMerck Patient Assistancewww.merkhelps.comPartnership for PrescriptionAssistancePharmaceutical ReimbursementAssistance ProgramDrug Discount HotlineRX Hopewww.pparx.orgPhone877 557-2672800 727-54008 am to 8 pm ESTMon-Fri888 477-2669www.needymeds.com215 625-9609www.rxhope.com877 267-0517Updated Dec 2015- SchsuHelping to navigate the cancer journey for youngadults.Sponsors breast cancer screenings free or low cost.Offer support groups in VietnameseServiceAssistance for prescription co pays.Patients with no insurance or unable to pay formedication may be eligible for free Merck medications.Assists qualifying patients get the medicine they need.Many programs are free or nearly freeProvides Cancer Drugs to patients in need at reducedcosts, also provides information on otherpharmaceutical assistance programs.Largest independent Web based patient assistanceprogram resource.
Page 6 of 11Financial ResourcesOrganizationKaiser “Steps” ProgramAddress/webwww.kp.orgPhone800 255-5053Kaiser MFA ProgramBeckstrand Cancer org866 399-7696949-423-5056Breast Cancer Angelswww.breastcancerangels.org.714 898-8900Brenda Mehling Cancer Fundwww.bmcf.netFax: (800) 878-9184Cancer Care Assistwww.cancercare.org800 813-4673Cancer Fund of America2901 Breezewood Ln., Knoxville,TN.800 758-5284www.cfoa.orgwww.acco.org800 758-5284Co Pay Relief Program (CPR)www.copays.org866 512-3861Fifth Seasonwww.fifthseasonfinancial.com866 459-1271Live Strong Foundationwww.livestrong.org866 235-7205Lymphoma & Leukemia Societywww.lls.org800 955-4572National Cancer Coalitionwww.nationalcancercoalition.comSouth County Outreach7 Whatney, suite B, Irvine, 92618Share Ourselves (SOS)http://shareourselves.org/American Childhood CancerOrganizationUpdated Dec 2015- Schsu855 858-2226919 821-2182949 380-8144Lara Fisher exec.Director #202949 642-3451ServicesLower premiums based on income. Allow severalweeks to process application.Co-pay assistance. Application may take weeks.Financial Assistance, patient advocacy, communityreferrals.Provides financial assistance as well as emotionalsupport.Supports patients 18- 40 years of age currentlyundergoing treatment. Financial Aid is availableperiodically. Contact website for info.Provide limited financial assistance to cancer patients.If there is no fund available, a licensed social workerwill help to refer you to other financial resourceassistance program.A Non Profit, patient assistance program which sendsfree products directly to the patient.Provides information, peer support, and advocacythrough publications, as well as referrals to supportgroupsIf patient qualifies, program provides direct financialsupport for pharmacy co-payments incurred byinsured patients diagnosed with Breast Cancer.Payments are made directly to the med provider inmost cases.Provides a life insurance line of credit designated toprovide immediate financial assistance for thoseaffected by cancerProvide resource and support to cancer patientsurvivorsAssistance for travel, prescription and more, call fordetails.Reduce the suffering of Cancer patients & theirfamilies by meeting their unfulfilled needs. Providesmedical & Financial assistance and Research &educational ProgramsRental and utility assistance for residents live in southOrange County from Irvine to San ClementeProvides free care & assistance for those in need.Free/or low cost Dental Care.
Page 7 of 11Social Security Administrationhttp://www.ssa.gov/reach.htm800 772-1213Social Services- Orange County3320 E La Palma Ave,Anaheim, CA 92806(800) 281-9799SSA-Supplemental SecurityIncomeSociety of St. Vincent de Paulwww.ssa.gov/ssi/Susan G Komen FoundationThe National Association for theTerminally IllOrganizationHuntington Beachwww.svdpusa.orghttp://ww5.komen.orgPO Box 368, Shelbyville, KY 40066http://terminallyill.org714 842-3000800 462-9273888-847-0390Social Security provides monthly income for eligibledisabled individualsCall for further informationSupplemental payments for aged, blind and Disabledpeople with little or no incomeCall for further informationCall for further informationFinancial assistance to those suffering a terminalillness with a life expectancy of 2 years or less. Helpfrom a volunteer with daily activities. Financialassistance with living expenses. Financial assistancewith medications. Counseling services.Membership & Health InsuranceAddress/webPhoneKaiser MFA Programwww.KP.org866 399-7696Co-pay assistance. Application may take weeks.Kaiser Insurance Services OfficeKaiser Permanente “ Steps “ProgramBreast & Cervical CancerTreatment Program1011 S. East St, Anaheim, 92805www.KaiserPermanente.org714-284-6634800 CCTP.htm800 824-0088Kaiser Membership Serviceswww.KaiserPermanente.org800 464-4000Ca. Major Risk MedicalInsurance ProgramCalOptima MedicalCalOptima Medical a.com800-289-6574Health Insurance Counseling &Advocacy Program (HICAP)1971 E. 4th Street, Suite 200Santa Ana, CA /Pages/AllServices.aspx3320 E La Palma,Anaheim, 92806www.medi-cal.ca.gov714 560-0424Process Disability Forms.Premiums are determined by income level/slidingscale. Application may take weeks.Low income Calif. Resident s who have Breast and orCervical Cancer can enroll at a Dr's.Office to get nocost cancer treatment coverage as soon as possibleafter diagnosis.Assistance with coverage questions, issue resolution orgeneral questions.Program for Californians who are unable to obtaincoverage in individual insurance marketAn integrated health care system that administershealth insurance programs forO.C. children, lowincome families, and persons with disabilities.Free individual counseling about Medicare and otherhealth care issuesMedi-Cal- MainMedi-Cal- AnaheimUpdated Dec 2015- Schsu714 246-8500800 281-9799714 575-2400ProgramHealth care services for low-income individuals,families & for the elderlyHealth care services for low-income individuals,families & for the elderly
Page 8 of 11Medi-Cal Laguna Hills Cal WorksMedi-Cal- Santa AnaCal Works * East S.A.Medi-Cal- Garden GroveMedicareMedicaidMedical Services Initiatives23330 Moulton Pkwy,Laguna Hills, 92653www.medi-cal.ca.gov1928 S Grand Ave,Santa Ana 92705www.medi-cal.ca.gov12912 Brookhurst St,Garden Grove, 92840www.medi-cal.ca.govwww.medicare.gov949 206-4000Health care services for low-income individuals,families & for the elderly714 435-5800Health care services for low-income individuals,families & for the elderly800 281-9799Health care services for low-income individuals,families & for the elderly800 638-6833www.cms.gov/medicaid/consumer.asp(MSI)PO Box 355, Santa Ana 92702877 267-2323A fee-for-service plan managed by the FederalGovernment.A fee-for-service plan managed by the zationAddress/webPhoneAm. Cancer Society1940 E. Deere. Suite 100800-227-2345Medi Van1890 S. Betmor Ln., Anaheim714 939-9596OCTA Access550 S. Main St., Santa AnaAge Well24300 El Toro Rd. A2000Laguna Woods, CA 92637714 560-5956TDD * 714 560-5474949 855-9766City Senior CentersNational Patient Travel Centerwww.patienttravel.org800 296-1217The program covers medical care for Orange Countyresidents ages 21 through 64 years who have limited orno other financial resources for medical careServicesRoad To Recovery Program, provides transportation toCancer patients to & from appt’s. Requires 4 daysnotice & applicationCall for further informationAllow up to 4 weeks to process the application. 2.00 each way M-F 7:00-6:00Reserv. must be made 24-72 hours prior. senior only.Service area is in south Orange County only.Check w/your local city Senior centers. Refer to“Nutrition” for more info.Provides long distance medical transportation referralsto financially needy patients.Transportation-AirOrganizationAngel Flight WestAIRescue InternationalAmerican AerovacUpdated Dec 2015- SchsuAddress/web3161 Donald Douglas LoopSouthSanta Monica, 90405AIRescue.comAmericanaerovac.comPhone888 426-2643ServicesAir transportation for patients and/or their familieswith medically related need.800 922-4911800 423-5993Transports ill, disabled or injured patients.Transports ill, disabled or injured patients.
Page 9 of 11National Patient Travel Centerpatienttravel.org800 296-1217Corporate Angel Network1 Loop Rd., White Plains, N.Y.www.corpangelnetwork.org/914 328-1313Mercy Medical Airlift4620 Haygood Rd. Suite 1Virginia Beach, usingOrganizationAffordable HousingAddress/web1770 N. Broadway, Santa Ana 92706www.ochousing.org8 Thomas, Irvine, 92618www.families-forward.orgFamilies ForwardOffice on AgingCalif. Dept. Of Housing &Community DevelopmentHope rogramsservices/hopelodge800 227-2345www.ronaldhouseoc.org714 639-3600OrganizationSaddleback Church Food PantryAge Well Senior Services(South County)Updated Dec 2015- Schsu714-480-2700949 552-27271300 S. Grand Ave, Bldg B, Santa Ronald McDonald HouseMeals on WheelsO.C. Office on AgingPhoneProvides patient information about all forms ofcharitable, long-distance, medically-related travel andprovides referralProvides free air transportation by using empty seatson corporate flightsHelping those in need with Air transport.ServicesVariety of Assistance ProgramsHelp homeless and low income families to find andmaintain housing and achieve self sufficiencyHousing issues for seniorsInformation & programs for affordable housingNutritionAddress/web1 Purpose Drive, Lake Forrest,9263024300 El Toro Rd, Bldg A, LagunaWoods, iceonaging.ocgov.comA temporary housing program supported by AMC,provides free temporary housing facilities for patientsundergoing treatment for Cancer. Call for more detailsProvides temporary housing for families of seriously illchildren receiving treatment at nearby hospitals.Phone949 609-8757ServicesProvides Food on Tue, Wed, and Thursday949-855-8033Food & Nutrition Services for Seniors888 998-6325714 480-6550Food & Nutrition ServicesOffers assistance: Meals on Wheels, transportationresources, community referrals for seniors
Page 10 of 11Share OurselvesCommunity Senior ServiceSocial ServicesOrganizationWorking WardrobesAmerican Cancer Society “LookGood Feel Good” ProgramThe Wig Bank @ the SusanG.Komen for the Cure OfficeLocks of Love1550 Superior Ave, Costa rservice.com949-642-3451AnaheimSanta AnaGarden GroveAliso Viejo800-772-1213800-772-1213714 741-7100949 389-8200714-823-3294Personal CareFood Pantry, M-F 8:30-2:30Provides meals on wheels, senior lunch program, etcfor North and Central Orange county residentsFood Stamps ProgramAddress/web3030 PullmanCosta Mesa, 14-592-4469ServicesProfessional wardrobe and grooming services949 261-9446800-227-23453191-A Airport Loop Dr., CostaMesa, CA. 92626234 Southern Blvd.West Palm Beach, FL 33405-2701www.locksoflove.org714 957-9157Programs to teach cancer patients on how to c
Kaiser “Steps” Program www.kp.org 800 255-5053 Lower premiums based on income. Allow several weeks to process application. Kaiser MFA Program www.KaiserPermanente.org 866 399-7696 Co-pay assistance. Application may take weeks. Beckstrand Cancer Association www.beckstrand.org 949-4
