Cancer Resources: New Jersey Based Resources

Ronald McDonald House
Ronald McDonald House

Ronald McDonald House program provides a “home-away-from-home” for families so they can stay close by their hospitalized child at little or no cost. Our Houses are built on the simple idea that nothing else should matter when a family is focused on healing their child – not where they can afford to stay, where they will get their next meal or where they will lay their heads at night to rest. RMH believes when a child is hospitalized the love and support of family is as powerful as the strongest medicine prescribed.

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Shirley Mae Breast Cancer Assistance Fund

The Shirley Mae Fund seeks to offer relief for patients in Southeastern New Jersey who have been diagnosed with breast cancer and who demonstrate financial need. Does not give cash grants directly but will help patients obtain wigs, prosthesis’, co-pays for medical bills, etc. Apply on-line or leave message for application

South Jersey Breast Cancer Coalition
South Jersey Breast Cancer Coalition

Only breast cancer patients who can prove financial need are qualified; requires a note or verification from a doctor or social worker.  SJBCC will help pay essential bills: rent, mortgage, utilities, gas card to get to treatment, however no medically-related bills. Bills paid directly to the billing party. No cash grants.

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The Women’s Council : Leon Hess Cancer Center at Monmouth Medical Center

The Woman’s Council provides support for patients and families during the diagnosis and treatment of cancer while being treated at Leon Hess Cancer Center at Monmouth Medical Center. The ‘Spa for Spirit’ offers women who are undergoing treatment for cancer a day of rejuvenation, relaxation, beauty and friendship as well as education.