There are multiple charities and organizations that have been founded to support mesothelioma victims. They provide benefits for victims of mesothelioma, as well as help spread awareness and fund research. These organizations can be a good resource for you and your loved ones to find help with mesothelioma through their varied range of services and support.
The following list is a sampling of the charities and foundations that presently exist. While this list is not comprehensive, it will provide you with good information on various types of support for mesothelioma.
Mesothelioma Applied Research Foundation
The Mesothelioma Applied Research Foundation is a national organization comprised of patients and families, physicians, advocates and researchers who are dedicated to eradicating mesothelioma. They fund research projects worldwide that are approved through their peer process, assist patients in connecting with mesothelioma experts, and help patients obtain timely information on mesothelioma treatment options.
The Foundation is funded by various sources, including mesothelioma patients and their families, law firms, drug companies, and companies formerly involved with asbestos. For more information, see their web site at www.curemeso.org.
Mesothelioma Research Foundation of America
The mission of The Mesothelioma Research Foundation of America is to fund research that will lead to the quickest cure for mesothelioma. The foundation has funded the opening of the Mesothelioma Laboratory under the supervision of Dr. Gill at the USC/Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center in Los Angeles. Dr. Gill, a board certified oncologist and hematologist received FDA approval to begin Phase I Clinical Trials on a new mesothelioma treatment drug named Veglin. This research was funded 100% by the foundation.
For more information, see the foundation’s web site at www.mesorfa.org.
American Cancer Society
The American Cancer Society is a national non-profit with offices located in all 50 states, and Puerto Rico. They provide large amounts of information to both the public and health professionals on various types of cancer, including asbestos cancer and mesothelioma. Additionally, there is information on various programs as well as links to other web sites supporting cancer. For more information, visit their web site at www.cancer.org or their web site section on malignant mesothelioma by clicking here.
Alliance for Lung Cancer Advocacy, Support and Education (ALCASE)
ALCASE is a national non-profit organization providing patient support and advocacy for people living with or at risk for lung cancer. The organization provides patient support and victim rights advocacy, public awareness through campaigns, and influences public policy through education of federal and state policy leaders. For more information, see the web site at www.alcase.org.
Cancer Hope Network
Cancer Hope Network provides free and confidential one-on-one support to cancer patients and their families. They match patients or family members with trained volunteers who have undergone and recovered from a similar bout with cancer. For more information, see their web site at www.cancerhopenetwork.org.
Asbestos Disease Awareness Organization (ADAO)
ADAO is an independent organization whose mission is to provide a united voice for all asbestos victims. Additionally, they engage in public education about asbestos related diseases, such as mesothelioma, support research for early detection, and support a ban on asbestos. For more information, visit their web site at www.asbestosdiseaseawareness.org.