Cancer support resources
LGBTQIA+ Cancer Support
Resources for the LGBTQIA+ Community
Get connected to LGBTQIA+ cancer support resources.
LGBTQIA+ patients may deal with different challenges when faced with a cancer diagnosis. They may have difficulty finding a physician that understands their needs and makes them feel comfortable. They’re more likely to lack health insurance and access to health care, due to a higher rate of unemployment in the LGBTQIA+ community, and sometimes due to discrimination. Fear of judgment and discrimination can also cause LGBTQIA+ patients to skip important checkups and screenings.
Sharsheret seeks to support all cancer patients, regardless of gender or sexual orientation, with inclusive resources. We hope you’ll take advantage of these resources to get the information, care and support you need.
FORCE (Facing Our Risk of Cancer Empowered):
Provides information, support, and a newsletter for high-risk LGBTQ+ patients with inherited gene mutations.
Young Adult Survivors’ LGBTQIA+ support group
Offers a forum for those diagnosed between 18-39.
BreastCancer.org
This general breast cancer website has an LGBTQIA+ page which provides articles, research, podcasts, and links to other support resources.
Facebook Groups
National LGBTQIA+ Cancer Network
Offers support for LGBTQIA+ cancer patients and survivors, including free peer support groups offered 3x/week.
Their LGBTQIA+ welcoming provider directory can help you find an affirming and supportive physician.
The Cancer Network
This organization seeks to improve the lives of LGBTQIA+ cancer survivors and high-risk patients by providing support and education, training healthcare professionals to provide more affirming care, and advocating for LGBTQIA+ cancer survivors.
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