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Breast Cancer Resources

Survivorship Programs

Northwestern University - Lynn Sage Breast Cancer Survivorship Program

312-252-2502

Based at Northwestern Medicine, this program addresses the unique needs of women with breast cancer as they complete treatment and enter into survivorship. Services include managing side effects, physical exams, and counseling on health and wellness.

Survivorship Programs

UI Health Cancer Survivorship Program

312-355-1625

Offers resources to help patients continue living a full life during and after their cancer care, focusing on comprehensive support and wellness. 

Survivorship Programs

University of Illinois Cancer Center Survivorship Program

312-413-7317

Offers comprehensive, patient-centered care to reduce the long-term impacts of cancer and its treatments. Services include cancer screenings, care coordination, and monitoring of long-term effects.

Survivorship Programs

Robert H. Lurie Comprehensive Cancer Center of Northwestern University

312-695-0990

Provides patients with a wide range of services, including treatment summaries, future care plans, monitoring for ongoing side effects, and tools to address physical and emotional concerns. 

Imaging Centers

American MRI

(630)333-4674

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InSight Medical Imaging

(630)225-4343

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Duly Health and Care- Imaging

(630)545-7880

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Salt Creek Medical Imaging

(630)413-4490

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Bright Light Medical Imaging

(847)616-2000

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Naperville Imaging Center 

(630)717-3700

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DuPage Medical Group- Diagnostic Imaging

(630)545-7880

Details coming soon.

Financial Assisance

Cancer Care

800-813-HOPE (4673)

This national organization provides financial assistance for cancer-related costs, including transportation, home care, and child care. They also offer counseling and support groups.

Financial Assisance

Susan G. Komen Financial Assistance Program

972- 866-4233

Susan G. Komen® offers financial assistance to eligible individuals undergoing breast cancer treatment at any stage or living with metastatic breast cancer (stage IV). This program can help cover treatment-related expenses.

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Patient Advocate Foundation Co-Pay Relief

1-757-952-0118

Provides direct financial assistance to insured patients, including those with breast cancer, who need help with co-payments, co-insurance, and deductibles for prescribed treatments. 

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DuPage County Health Department

630-682-7400

Provides discounted service fees based on household size and income for various health services, including cancer-related care. Financial counselors are available to assist with applications. 

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Survivorship Programs

Wellness House Cancer Support Group

630-323-5150

Provides an ongoing 8-week support group for individuals with cancer to share medical information, connect with others in similar situations, and receive emotional support. 

Survivorship Programs

Edward-Elmhurst Health Cancer Survivorship Clinic

630-646-2273

Provides a one-time visit with an advanced practice registered nurse specializing in cancer care to assist patients transitioning from active treatment to survivorship, offering personalized care plans and support.

Survivorship Programs

Carle Health - Breast Cancer Survivorship Clinic

217-383-3010

Offers a Breast Cancer Survivorship Clinic where survivors meet with a nurse practitioner to create a customized, ongoing care plan, including wellness checks and support for healthy lifestyle changes. 

Survivorship Programs

Advocate Sherman Cancer Institute

224-783-8746

Offers a wide range of cancer support services, including one-on-one counseling, support groups, home health, spiritual care, and access to American Cancer Society representatives on-site. 

Imaging Centers

Duly Health and Care- Diagnostic Imaging

(630)545-7880

Details coming soon.

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Fox Valley Imaging Center 

(630)416-1300

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Pioneer Diagnostic and Imaging

(630)329-8161

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Advocate Good Samaritan Imaging

(708)304-9400

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Bright Light Medical Imaging

(847)616-2000

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Lifestream Diagnostics

(630)202-6160

Details coming soon.

Financial Assisance

Illinois CancerCare Foundation

309-243-3437

Offers financial assistance for tumor sequencing and supports studies providing targeted therapies for patients with specific genetic mutations. Eligible patients can receive financial aid for necessary tumor sequencing. 

Financial Assisance

Needy Meds

1-800-503-6897

NeedyMeds is a national non-profit organization that provides information on programs that help with the cost of medications and healthcare, including resources for breast cancer patients. 

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Illinois Breast and Cervical Cancer Program (IBCCP) - VNA

630-892-4355 ext. 8535

This state-run program offers free mammograms, breast exams, pelvic exams, Pap tests, and diagnostic procedures to eligible women in Illinois. Even if a woman has already been diagnosed with cancer, she may receive free treatment through the Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services if she qualifies. There are no income requirements for this program.

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Breast Cancer Assistance Fund

1-866-413-5789

Offers financial assistance to breast cancer patients to help cover medical expenses and daily living costs during treatment. 

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PAN Foundation

1-800-394-0161

Offers financial assistance to underinsured patients with life-threatening, chronic, and rare diseases, helping them afford out-of-pocket costs for prescribed medications. 

Survivorship Programs

Strong Survivors Program at Southern Illinois Healthcare

618-549-4807

A free, 12-week program provided in conjunction with SIU Carbondale's Exercise Science Program to help cancer patients and survivors through physical activity and support. 

Survivorship Programs

Advocate Health Center- Cancer survivorship program

847-723-5690

Provides virtual classes and programs focusing on the physical, social, psychological, and spiritual needs of patients, family members, and caregivers.

Survivorship Programs

Illinois CancerCare Cancer SurvivorCare

309-243-3000

Provides individualized care for cancer survivors, including personalized survivorship care plans, ongoing medical evaluations, health screenings, and management of long-term side effects. 

Survivorship Programs

Uchicago Medicine Comprensive Cancer Center

815-485-4830

Provides resources for cancer survivors, including answers to common questions and links to helpful information, as well as local and national support services. 

Imaging Centers

UChicago Medicine AdventHealth Imaging Westmont

(630)856-4060

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UChicago Medicine AdventHealth Imaging Willowbrook

(630)856- 7445

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Molecular Scans- Hinsdale

(630)325-6300

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Rockford Medical Imaging

(630)260-7688

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Northwestern Medicine Diagnostic Imaging Oakbrook

(331)732-4642

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Midwest Center Advanced Imaging

(630)236-8300

Details coming soon.

Financial Assisance

American Cancer Society (ACS) Illinois Division

800-227-2345

Provides various support services, including financial assistance programs for cancer patients. Contact the local ACS office for information on available resources. 

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Genentech

888-941-3331

Genentech supports patients who cannot afford their out-of-pocket costs for medicines through donations to independent co-pay assistance foundations. 

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Equal Hope

312-942-3368

Provides free breast and reproductive cancer services and resources to uninsured and underinsured individuals in need. 

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The Sister Network Chicago

773-353-8854

Through the Breast Cancer Assistance Program (BCAP), provides financial assistance to breast cancer survivors, including support for utilities and housing expenses. 

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