Breast Cancer Support & Grief Resources
BreastCancer.org
Offers extensive educational materials, community forums, and expert Q&As.
CancerCare
Provides free, professional counseling (in-person, phone, or online), support groups, and educational workshops.
Triple Negative Breast Cancer Foundation (TNBC Foundation)
Offers virtual support groups like "Tuesdays with TNBC Friends" and "Metastatic Mondays," providing spaces for sharing and healing.
Living Beyond Breast Cancer (LBBC)
Offers peer matching, webinars, and survivorship support. Great for young women, metastatic patients, and caregivers.
SHARE Cancer Support
Offers helplines, virtual support groups, and educational programs for women with breast or ovarian cancer.
CancerCare's Online Support Group
Provides a free, 15-week online support group for individuals affected by TNBC, led by oncology social workers.
Gilda’s Club Chicago
Offers bereavement and cancer-related support groups at no cost, fostering a community of understanding and care.
GriefShare
A nationwide grief recovery support group network that helps individuals find healing after the loss of a loved one.
Sisters Network Inc. – Chicago Chapter
A local organization focused on African American breast cancer survivorship, offering community events and support.
The Pink Fund
Provides short-term financial assistance (90 days) for non-medical expenses like rent, transportation, or utilities during active treatment.
The Assistance Fund – Breast Cancer Copay Assistance
Helps cover out-of-pocket medication costs for qualifying patients.
United Breast Cancer Foundation (UBCF)
Offers multiple programs, including holistic treatments, scholarships, and family support.