Caregivers and Family

A cancer diagnosis affects close friends and family too. Find out what to expect if you become a caregiver for a person with cancer, and get tips for making sure that you take care of yourself as well.

When Someone You Know Has Cancer

Finding out that someone you know has cancer can be difficult. Here are some suggestions for listening to, talking with, and supporting this person.

Being a Friend to Someone with Cancer

People with cancer need support from friends. Learn how you can help, support and encourage your friend with cancer.

What a Cancer Caregiver Does

A caregiver gives physical and emotional care to a loved one with cancer. They may be the lifeline of the person with cancer. Learn what caregivers do here.

Cancer and Mental Health: How Caregivers, Friends, and Family Can Help

Your loved one might have mental health symptoms during and after treatment. Learn simple, daily ways you can support them, and yourself.

Caregiving Resources

Caregiver Resource Guide

A helpful tool for people who are caring for someone with cancer. View the complete guide here.

Caregiver Support Video Series

Caregivers are a crucial part of any cancer care team. The goal of this video series is to provide educational support to caregivers.

Flyer: Being a Caregiver

Learn what to expect when caring for someone with cancer and get tips for making sure that you take care of yourself as well.

More Resources

Helping Children When a Family Member or Someone They Know Has Cancer

Get information on helping children, from infants to teens, understand and cope when someone they love has cancer.

American Cancer Society Support Programs and Services

The American Cancer Society has programs and services to help people with cancer and their loved ones understand cancer, manage their lives through treatment and recovery, and find the emotional support they need. And best of all, our help is free.

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Online Communities and Support

If you’re facing a cancer diagnosis, learning more and connecting with others can be a source of support and comfort. Visit these American Cancer Society resources to find what’s right for you.

Cancer Survivors Network

Reach To Recovery Website and App

ACS CARES™ App

Learn more about our online communities