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Cancer

American Cancer Society
3290 Bechelli Lane, Redding, CA 96002
Available 24-hours a day 222-1058 or 1-800-227-2345.

National Cancer Institute and Information Services (NCI)
Hotline provides information on cancer causes, prevention, detection, diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation and counseling services. Free publications available on a variety of subjects. 1-800-4-CANCER.

AMC Cancer Information and Counseling Line
Latest information on cancer, it’s diagnosis and treatment, and counseling services. 1-800-525-3777.

Leukemia Society of America
Offers education, information, advocacy and financial aid program for individuals with leukemia and related illnesses (lymphoma, Hodgkin’s disease, multiple myeloma). 1-800-955-4572.

ALCASE (Alliance for Lung Cancer Advocacy)
Dedicated to improving quality of life for lung cancer survivors by providing resource and referral information www.alcase.org or 1-800-298-2436.

American Foundation for Urologic Disease
Dedicated to prevention and cure of urologic diseases through expansion of medical research, education and awareness www.afud.org.

International Myeloma Foundation
Promotes education for physicians and patients about myeloma, its treatment and management. 1800-452-CURE.

Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation
Funds national breast cancer research, project grants, local education, screening and treatment projects in communities from coast to coast. The Helpline provides information to callers with breast health or breast cancer concerns. 1-800-462-9273.

Lymphoma Research Foundation of American, Inc
Provides educational materials, free support group, a quarterly newsletter and a national “buddy system” linking patients. 1-310-204-7040.

American Brain Tumor Association
Provides patient support by offering: contract with other brain tumor patients, information about brain tumors and treatment, national and local conferences, a national listing of support groups, assistance starting support groups and a national newsletter. 1-800-886-2282.

National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship (NCCS)
Raises awareness of cancer survivorship though publications, quarterly newsletters, education to eliminate the stigma of cancer, and advocacy for insurance, employment, and legal rights for people with cancer. 1-888-650-9127.

National Lymphedema Network
Disseminates information on lymphedema 1-800-541-3259.

Patient advocates for Advanced Cancer Treatments (PAACT)
An association for both patients and physicians for diagnostic and therapeutic treatments of prostate cancer. 1-616-453-1477.

R.A. Bloch Cancer Foundation, Inc.
Offers a hotline that matches newly diagnosed cancer patients with others who have survived the same type of cancer. Provides free information, resources and support groups. Also offers three books at no charge: Fighting Cancer, Cancer…There’s hope, and Guide for Cancer Supporters. 1-816-923-8453.

Support for People with Oral and Head and Neck Cancer, Inc.
A self-help program of support addressing emotional, psychological and humanistic needs related to head and neck cancer. 1-516-759-5333 or 1-800-377-0928.

The Skin Cancer Foundation
Provides educational material including brochures, videos, quarterly newsletters, posters, books, an annual journal, CD-ROM and two new publications on melanoma. Membership offers access to extensive resources on a continuing basis. 1-800-SKIN-490.

United Ostomy Association, Inc
Association of ostomy chapters dedicated to complete rehabilitation of all ostomates. 1-800-826-0826.

US TOO International, Inc
Provides prostate cancer survivors with emotional and educational support through a network of support groups and a quarterly newsletter. 1-800-808-7866.

Y-ME, National Breast Cancer Organization
Hotline counseling, educational programs and self-help meetings for breast cancer patients, their families and friends. Also offers a Y-ME support line for men. 1-800-221-2141 (24-hour).

Local Groups & Organizations (area code 530)

Alcoholics Anonymous
1050 State Street, Redding, CA Mutual support group for alcoholics 225-8955 (24 hours).

Golden Umbrella Senior Services
This is a non-profit senior services agency with offices throughout Redding. It helps seniors stay independent through a host of programs and services. Services of Golden Umbrella include: Adult Day Health Care, Adult Day Care, Telecare for shut-ins, Project Match-Shared Housing for seniors and assistance with filling paperwork for taxes court documents, depositions, MediCal and other forms. 223-6034.

Helpline
225-5252 (24-hours).

HICAP (Health Insurance Counseling Advocacy Program)
1647 Hartnell Avenue #6, Redding, CA Provides help with information and counseling on MediCare benefits and rights/ private MediCare supplement insurance 223-0999.

Legal Services of Northern California
1370 West Street, Redding Legal Services are provided for social security income, housing, civil rights, MediCal, education, benefits programs, child support, and disability rights. 241-3565.

MediCal Information
Shasta County Department of Social Services 2460 Breslauer Way, Redding 225-5728 Help with medical bills for low-income people or those without medical coverage. Long term care available at 1615-A Continental, Redding 225-5138 Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 10 a.m.-3 p.m.

BloodSource North State
Provides blood components and services to the patients of Mercy Medical Center. Donations also accepted at 1880 Park Marina Drive, Redding 243-0160.

People of Progress (POP)
1242 Center Street, Redding Emergency food and clothes. 243-3811.

PG&E Assistance Program (CARE)
California Alternative Rates for Energy (CARE) is a way to get a 15% reduction in energy rates to those who qualify. Call for an application, takes up to 6-8 weeks to process. Not retroactive. www.pge.com or 1-800-743-5000.

Salvation Army
2691 Larkspur Lane, Redding Emergency assistance with food and clothes. 222-2207.

Veterans Services Office
2625 Breslaur Way #4, Redding Helps with VA paperwork 225-5616.

Social Services

Angel Flight
3237 Donald Douglas Loop South Santa Monica, Ca 90405-3213. The mission of Angel Flight West is to arrange free air transportation on private aircraft in response to health care and other compelling human needs. A fight must be requested by a social worker, doctor’s office, hospital or other agency to verify need. 1-310-390-2958.

California Department of Rehabilitation (Vocational Rehabilitation)
1900 Churn Creek Road, Suite 100, Redding A program for persons with mental or physical disabilities. 224-4708.

California Healthcare Collaboration Breast Cancer Treatment Fund
Assists men and women in paying participating providers (doctors, hospitals, labs, etc.) for certain breast cancer treatment services. 1-800-682-2282.

California Smokers’ Hotline
 (24 hours) 1-800-766-2888.

Disability Insurance
615 Locust Street, Redding Payment of state disability benefits. Processes insurance claims for disabled workers in 5 northern California counties. 530-225-2900 (English) or 1-866-658-8846 (Spanish).

Make-A-Wish Foundation
This foundation grants wishes for children with life-threatening illnesses. 1401 Harbor Blvd., suite 130, W. Sacramento, CA 95691 1-916-372-2995.

Medicare Blue Shield of California
Information about Medicare for California residents. 1-800-952-8627 Social Security Administration 2195 Larkspur Lane, Suite 100, Redding www.socialsecurity.gov or 530-246-5326 or 1-800-772-1213.

Transportation

American Cancer Society - 530-222-1058

Demand Response, Redding Area Bus Authority - 530-241-8295

MediTrans - 530-221-4321

Wig List

1. “Look good –feel better” Class American Cancer Society Redding 222-1058 Red Bluff 527-5011
2. ‘Wiggin Out’ 2919 Bechelli Lane Redding 722-0622
3. Mission Beauty 909 Dana Dr. Redding 223-2481