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Patient Advocacy Groups
Visit these independent educational organizations and support communities to learn more about your disease or treatment, join support groups, and obtain additional resources.
BMT InfoNet is a not-for-profit 501 (c) 3 organization dedicated to providing transplant and CAR T cell therapy recipients and their loved ones with emotional support and high quality, easy-to-understand information about bone marrow, peripheral blood stem cell and cord blood transplant, and CAR T cell therapy.
For over 80 years, CancerCare has empowered millions of people affected by cancer through free counseling, resource navigation, support groups, educational resources, advocacy and direct financial assistance. Our oncology social workers improve the lives of people diagnosed with cancer, care partner, survivors and the bereaved, by addressing their emotional, practical, and financial challenges.
The Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation (MMRF) is the largest nonprofit in the world solely focused on accelerating a cure for each and every multiple myeloma patient. We drive the development and delivery of next-generation therapies, leverage data to identify optimal and more personalized treatment approaches, and empower myeloma patients and the broader community with information and resources to extend their lives.
The Cancer Support Community is a global nonprofit that uplifts and strengthens people impacted by cancer. We are dedicated to fostering a community where people find connection, compassion, and knowledge. We provide professionally led support and navigation services, along with social connections and award-winning education — when, where, and how impacted individuals prefer throughout their cancer experience. These resources are available at 196 Cancer Support Community, Gilda’s Club, and healthcare partner locations as well as online and over the phone — all at no cost. We amplify the voices of those impacted by cancer through research and advocacy and create solutions that break down barriers to care and close the healthcare gap for communities whose members are disproportionately affected by cancer.
The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society funds lifesaving blood cancer research around the world, provides free information and support services, and acts as a voice for all blood cancer patients to achieve their mission to cure blood cancer and improve the quality of life of all patients and their families.
The Balm In Gilead (BIG) develops educational and training programs specifically designed to establish sustainable, integrated systems of public health and faith principles, which helps to improve health outcomes of individuals living in urban, rural, and remote communities.
At Lazarex Cancer Foundation we provide equitable access to the resources, services, care, and clinical trials that cancer patients need throughout their journey for improved cancer health outcomes.
At the International Myeloma Foundation (IMF), we are dedicated to our mission of improving the lives of myeloma patients while working toward prevention and a cure. Guided by our four pillars—Research, Education, Support, and Advocacy—we lead the global fight against multiple myeloma.
HealthTree is a global nonprofit organization using innovation to save lives. Our cutting-edge technology unites patients and researchers to help people with blood cancer live better and longer and leads the search for a cure.
Below are some helpful links to nationwide organizations that may offer assistance programs. This list may change in the future and is not a list of all known support programs, so be sure to check if regional and state assistance programs may be available as well. The organizations listed below are independent from, and not sponsored by, Bristol Myers Squibb. This information is provided as a resource for patients and care partner and is not an endorsement or guarantee of assistance.
Ground Transportation
The following organizations may offer ground transportation assistance for commutes needed for medical treatment.
Air Transportation
The following organizations may offer airfare, or air transportation assistance if needed for medical treatment.
Housing Support
The following organizations may offer housing assistance or lodging if you need to relocate for medical treatment.
CAR T cell therapy is offered at specialized treatment centers.
Visit BMT Info Net CAR T Cell Therapy Center Directory to locate a center near you.
Some CAR T cell therapies are approved and are available through a doctor. Some are still being studied in clinical trials.
To learn more about available clinical trials, ask your doctor and visit ClinicalTrials.gov.
For more information on CAR T Cell Therapy, please visit CellTherapy360.com.