The Patient Advocate Foundation is a national nonprofit organization that helps survivors resolve problems with their insurance companies, employers and creditors. The foundation works with case managers, doctors and attorneys to help survivors have access to care, continued employment and financial stability. Information on the site is available in Spanish.

American Cancer Society
www.cancer.org

The American Cancer Society Web site contains information about many of the challenges of cancer and survivorship. Information about sexual dysfunction includes possible causes of sexual dysfunction, treatment options and professionals who can provide help. You can search for information by cancer type or by topic. ACS provides a list of support groups in your area, or you can join online groups and message boards. Some information on the Web site is available in Spanish, Chinese and Vietnamese. Information specialists can answer questions 24 hours a day by phone or email.

Cancer Legal Resource Center (CLRC)
www.wlcdr.org

The Cancer Legal Resource Center provides information on cancer-related legal issues to survivors, their families, friends, employers, and those who provide services to them. The CLRC has resources on various issues, including cancer in the workplace, insurance coverage, navigating managed care/HMOs and government benefits. Staff members provide telephone counseling, and, if necessary, will match you with attorneys and other professionals for additional legal information. All CLRC services are confidential.

Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services
www.cms.hhs.gov

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services is the federal agency that operates Medicare, Medicaid and other federal health programs. The Web site provides basic information about both Medicare and Medicaid, as well as related news articles. Direct links are provided to each program. This page also offers a glossary of agency terms and a search tool. Some common Medicare and Medicaid forms can be printed from the site, or you can call the toll-free number to request that forms be mailed to you.

National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship (NCCS)
www.canceradvocacy.org

The NCCS Web site offers information on wide range of cancer topics, including physical changes, emotional effects, health insurance, cognitive changes and more. Other sections provide tips on talking to your doctor, exercise, employment, finances and clinical trials. There is a section for caregivers, and the special needs of children and those facing end of life are also covered. The site provides a glossary and a resource guide with links to other sites. NCCS also offers the Cancer Survival Toolbox, a free audio program that offers tips on communication, decision making, problem solving, and finding information throughout the cancer experience. Information on the site is available in Spanish, and the Cancer Survival Toolbox is available in both Spanish and Chinese.

CancerCare
www.cancercare.org

CancerCare is a national nonprofit organization that provides information and help to anyone affected by cancer: survivors, family, friends, and caregivers. Services are provided by oncology social workers and are free of charge. Survivors can get information and resources to help with physical, practical and emotional challenges. Social workers also provide counseling services by telephone, online or through community support groups. CancerCare's Post Treatment Online Support Group addresses the specific needs of survivors who have completed treatment. Information on the site is also available in Spanish.

America's Health Insurance Plans
www.ahip.org

America's Health Insurance Plans is a trade association for nearly 1,300 health insurance companies. Their consumer information section includes guides on health insurance and managed care as well as links to health insurance providers. Because AHIP is a trade association, the other links on the Web site do not necessarily provide consumer-related information.