Michigan State University
MSU College of Nursing
Cancer Care Information Sources
Toll Free Telephone Numbers
American Cancer Society: 1-800-ACS-2345
American Pain Society: 1-847-375-4715 fax: 877-734-8758 (Toll Free)
Cancer Care, Inc: 1-800-813-HOPE
Family Care Research Program: 1-888-353-0306
National Alliance of Breast Cancer: 1-888-806-2226
National Cancer Institute: 1-800-4-CANCER
National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship: 1-888-YES-NCCS
Information for Cancer Patients
American Cancer Society: http://www.cancer.org
American Pain Society: http://www.ampainsoc.org
Cancer Care, Inc: http://www.cancercare.org
Cancer Source: http://www.cancersource.com
Family Care Research: http://www.nci.nih.gov or cancer.gov
National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship: http://www.canceradvocacy.org
Oncology Nursing Society: http://ons.org
Information for Caregivers of Cancer Patients
American Cancer Society: http://www.cancer.org
Cancer Care, Inc: http://www.cancercare.org
Cancer Source: http://www.cancersource.com
Empowering Caregivers: http://www.care-givers.com
Family Care Research Program: http://www.healthteam.msu.edu/fcrp
Family Caregiver Alliance: http://www.caregiver.org
National Cancer Institute: http://www.nci.nih.gov or cancer.gov
National Family Caregiver Association: http://www.nfcacares.org
Oncology Nursing Society http://ons.org
Support Organizations
American Cancer Society: http://www.cancer.org
American Pain Society: http://www.ampainsoc.org
Family Care Research: http://www.nci.nih.gov or cancer.gov
National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship: http://www.canceradvocacy.org
Shared Experience Cancer Support: http://www.sharedexperience.org
Books for All Caregivers
Abramson, Alexis. Caregiver’s Survival Handbook: How to Care for Your Aging Parent Without Losing Yourself. Perigee Books, 2004.
American Medical Association. American Medical Association guide to home caregiving. New York: Wiley, John & Sons, Inc., 2001.
Barg, Gary, Ed. Dulles. The Fearless Caregiver: How to Get the Best Care for your loved one and still have a life of your own. VA: Capital Books, Inc, 2001.
Battino, Rubin. Coping: A practical guide for people with life-challenging illness and their caregivers. Bancyfelin, Carmarthen, UK: Crown House Publishing, 2001.
Berman, Claire, Brody, Deborah (Ed.). Caring for yourself while caring for aging parents: How to help, how to survive. New York: Henry Holt & Company, Inc., 2001.
Brammer, Lawrence and Bingea, Marian. Caring for yourself while caring for others: A caregiver’s survival and renewal guide. New York: Vantage Press, 1999.
Brown, Deni. Caregiver’s handbook. New York: DK Publishing Merchandise, 1998.
Bumagin, Victoria and Hirn, Kathryn. Caregiving: A guide for those who give care and those who receive it. New York: Springer Publishing Company, Inc., 2001.
Bucholz M.D., William M. and Buchholz PhD, Susan W. Live Longer, Live Larger: A Holistic Approach for Cancer Patients and their Families. O’Reily & Associates, Inc., 2001.
Canfield, Jack; Thieman, Leann; and Victor Hansen, Mark. Chicken Soup for the Caregiver’s Soul: Stories to Inspire Caregivers in the Home, the Community, and the World. Health Communications, Incorporated, 2004.
Capossela, Cappy and Warnock, Sheila. Share the Care: How to Organize a Group to Care for Someone Who Is Seriously Ill. Fireside, 1995.
Doka, Kenneth J. and Davidson, Joyce, Eds. Caregiving and Loss: Family Needs, Professional Responses. Hospice Foundation of America, 2001.
Free, Betty. Quiet moments for caregivers. Wheaton, IL: Tyndale Press, 2002.
Gray-Davidson, Frena. The caregiver’s sourcebook. New York: McGraw Hill, 2001.
Hersch, Fred. Nourishing the caregiver. Boulder, CO: Belle Curve Records, 1999.
Hodges, Houston. Circle of years: A caregiver’s journal. Harrisburg, PA: Morehouse Publishing, 1998.
Holland M.D., Jimmie C. and Lewis, Sheldon. The Human Side of Cancer: Living with Hope, Coping with Uncertainty. HarperCollins, 2000.
Jones, Theola. The caregiver’s companion. Ann Arbor, MI: Proctor Publications, 2000.
Joyner, Brenda L. Chemo Sabe: A Guide to Being a Personal Advocate for a Chemotherapy Patient. Polonius Press, 2003.
Kane M.D., Jeff. The Healing Companion: Simple and Effective Ways You Presence Can Help People Heal. Harper San Francisco, 2001.
Karpinski, Marion. The home care companion’s quick tips for caregivers. Medford, OR: Healing Arts Communication, 2001.
Loverde, Joy. Complete Eldercare Planner: Where to Start, Which Questions to Ask, How to Find Help. Crown Publishing Group, 2000.
Lynn M.D., Joanne and Harrold M.D., Joan. Handbok for Mortals: Guidance for People Facing Serious Illness. The Center to Improve Care of the Dying. Oxford press, 2001.
Marcella, Dee. Who cares: A loving guide for caregivers. North Attleboro, MA: Douglas Charles, Limited, 2002.
Meyer, Maria and Derry, Paula. The comfort of home: An illustrated step-by-step guide for caregivers. Portland, OR: LLC Publishing, 2002.
Mints, Suzanne. Love, honor and value yourself: A message for family caregivers. Dulles, VA: Capital Books, Inc., 2002.
Mollette, Glenn. Silent struggler: A caregiver’s personal story. Kingsburg, CA: GMA Publishing & Inspiration Press, 2000.
Perry Jr., Charles. The caregiver. Rocklin, CA: Nethope Publishing, 2000.
Salvucci, Pauline. Self-care now! 30 tips to help you take care of yourself and minimize caregiver burnout. Cape Elizabeth, ME: Pauline Salvucci, Publisher, 2001.
Samples, Pat. Comfort and be comforted: Reflections for caregivers. Chicago, IL: ACTA Publications, 2001.
Schonhoff, Shelly and Speaker, Joanna. Family caregiver guide: A comprehensive handbook for caring for your loved one at home. Dubuque, IA: Simon & Kolz Publishers, 1998.
Storm, Kay. A caregiver’s survival guide: How to stay healthy when your loved one is sick.. Downers Grove, IL: Intervarsity Press, 2000.
Twichell, Karen and Parker , T. Jefferson. A caregiver’s journey: Finding your way. Campbell, CA: IUniverse.com, 2001.
Walker, D. Vita log: A home caregiver’s daybook. South Fallsburg, NY: Grace Associates Publishing, 2002.
Wilkinson, James. A family caregiver’s guide to planning and decision making for the elderly. Minneapolis, MN: Fairview Press, 1999.
Witrogen McLeod, Beth. And Thou Shalt Honor: The Caregiver’s Companion. Rodale Press, Incorporated, 2003.
Wright, Marion. With love: A caregiver’s journal. San Jose, CA: Writers Club Press, 2000.
Zikmund-Fisher, Naomi. Across the chasm: A caregiver’s story. Highland Park, IL: BMT InfoNet, 2002.
Other Resources
American Association for Therapeutic Humor: http://www.aath.org
Cycle of Hope: http://www.cycleofhope.org
End of Life Care: http://www.edc.org/lastacts
Life Wise Financial: http://www.lifewisefinancial.com
American Association of Retired Persons:
American Cancer Society: http://www.cancer.org
American Society of Clinical Oncology: http://www.oncology.com/plwc/Home/0,47466,,00.html
Caregiver Assistance Network: http://www.cssdoorway.org/can
Caregivers.com: http://www.caregivers.com
Caregiver Network, Inc.: http://www.caregiver.on.ca
Family Caregiver Alliance: http://www.caregiver.org/index.html
Family Care Research Program: http://www.cancercare.msu.edu
National Cancer Institute: http://www.nci.nih.gov
National Family Caregivers Association: http://www.nfcacares.org
National Organization for Empowering Caregivers: http://www.care-givers.com
Rosalyn Carter Institute for Human Development: http://rci.gsw.edu/care-net.htm
Today’s Caregiver: http://www.caregiver.com/index.html
Empowering Caregivers: http://www.care-givers.com/community/chat/chat.htm
