A curated list of trusted organizations and resources for individuals living with cancer and serious illness, and those navigating end-of-life care.
A note from Dr. McConnell: The resources listed here are provided for informational purposes and do not constitute a clinical referral or endorsement. If you are unsure which resource is right for you, please don't hesitate to bring it up in our sessions.
These organizations offer emotional support, practical assistance, educational materials, and community for individuals diagnosed with cancer and their loved ones.
Free professional support services — including counseling, support groups, and financial assistance — provided by oncology social workers for anyone affected by cancer.
Visit cancercare.org →Offers free support groups, educational workshops, and a helpline. Their online community connects cancer patients and caregivers across the country.
Visit cancersupportcommunity.org →A statewide nonprofit providing free practical support to Arizonans impacted by cancer — including nutrition counseling, transportation assistance, house cleaning, wigs, and integrative therapies.
Visit azforcancer.org →A Tucson-based nonprofit offering free support, education, and community for cancer survivors and their families — including exercise programs, support groups, and wellness resources.
Visit tucsoncancerconquerors.org →These resources support patients, families, and caregivers navigating serious illness, palliative care, hospice, and end-of-life planning.
A comprehensive resource for patients and families to learn about palliative care, find providers, and understand how it can be used alongside curative treatment.
Visit getpalliativecare.org →Helps people talk about their wishes for end-of-life care. Offers free starter kits and guides to help families have these important conversations before a crisis.
Visit theconversationproject.org →A Tucson-based hospice provider offering compassionate end-of-life care, pain management, and bereavement support for patients and families in the Tucson area.
Visit harmonytucson.org →These apps support mindfulness, stress management, and emotional wellbeing.
A personalized meditation and mindfulness app that adapts to your needs over time — helpful for managing stress, anxiety, and sleep challenges that often accompany serious illness.
Visit balanceapp.com →A free meditation and mindfulness app with thousands of guided meditations, sleep support, and breathing exercises — a widely used tool for managing stress and emotional wellbeing.
Visit insighttimer.com →