Family Resources for Mesothelioma
Support for Patients
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Join Our Support GroupOur online support group offers a space to share experiences and learn from others. Mesothelioma patients, families and caregivers come together to meet others in their situation and receive professional guidance.Learn About Our Support Group
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Coping With a DiagnosisDeveloping effective strategies to help you cope with mesothelioma can make the stress of navigating treatment and planning for your loved ones' futures more manageable.Learn How to Cope
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Communication Strategies for PatientsWhat questions should you bring when speaking with specialists and other experts? Handy tips for effective communication can help you get the most out of conversations.Learn How to Communicate
Mental Health Resources
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DepressionResearch shows cancer patients have much higher rates of depression. Those diagnosed with malignant mesothelioma are at risk of experiencing depressive symptoms.Learn About Depression
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Dealing With GriefGrief can include fear, sadness, loss, regret or guilt. Extended mourning or complicated grief can have physical and social effects. We can provide grief support resources.Learn About Grief Support
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Managing Mental HealthLiving with mesothelioma presents significant challenges for patients, caregivers and loved ones. Mental health support can help people cope with complex emotionsLearn About Mental Health Resources
Our Webinars

Being a Caregiver
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Communication Strategies for CaregiversGetting your thoughts across to doctors, lawyers and others can be difficult. Effective communication strategies can ensure your caregiver questions get answered.Learn About Communication Strategies
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Creating an Emergency PlanA clear plan of action during a medical emergency can help caregivers act quickly. It can also ensure caregivers have all necessary paperwork readily available.Learn About Emergency Plans
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Avoiding BurnoutThose caring for someone with mesothelioma risk caregiver burnout. Identify the signs of burnout, which include exhaustion, appetite loss and illness.Learn About Burnout
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Developing a Financial PlanA financial plan can aid survivors and their loved ones prepare for the cost of mesothelioma treatment and travel. Planning ahead can help limit the risk of financial toxicity.Learn About Financial Planning
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Diet & NutritionMeal planning ensures patients keep a balanced diet and high energy levels. The same is crucial for caregivers to meet their own nutritional needs.Learn About Nutrition
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Your Family Caregiver GuideFederal, Veterans Administration, local and private resources, as well as respite care can directly help family caregivers with both their financial and physical challenges.Learn more about available resources
How We’ve Helped
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"The advocacy group’s professionalism, expert advice and guidance in dealing with the Veterans Administration was a miracle for my family. Thank you for everything."Steve Reeck