CAPITAL REGION CANCER COMMUNITYRESOURCE GUIDE

Provided by the Capital Region Cancer Services Consortium

Last revised 5/3/2006

Mission Statement:

The Capital Region Cancer Services Consortium

will increase the awareness, availability, and accessibility of programs

and services that are available to those touched by cancer. This

includes cancer patients, survivors, care givers, family members, friends,

and healthcare providers. To accomplish this, members of the consortium

will work collaboratively in an effort to better serve the community.

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* Agencies listed with an asterisk (*) provide various services

and can be found listed under multiple categories.

[For more detail on the resources listed and additional resources,

contact the American Cancer Society Hotline at (800) 227-2345

or visit their website at www.cancer.org].

Contact Aaryne Strand at the Albany Law Clinic and Justice Center

for updates or copies at (518) 445-2328.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

ADVOCACY 1

CAMPS 1

CARE GIVERS 2

CHILD CARE 3

HOUSING 3

LEGAL 3

SERVICE PROVIDERS 4

SUPPORT/RESOURCES 9

TRANSPORTATION 13

UNINSURED / UNDER-INSURED 14

VOLUNTEERS 14

WEBSITES 15

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RESOURCES

ADVOCACY

Centro Civico

143 East Main Street

Amsterdam, NY 12010

(518) 842-3762

The mission of Centro Civico, a Latino organization with the ability to generate unique services for

all cultures, is to educate the community and act as a vehicle for self-sufficiency and growth.

Neighborhood Health Advocate Program in W est Hill

553 Clinton Avenue

Albany, NY 12206

(518) 465-2703

www.cfcr.org/nhap

Through the assistance of lay advocates from participating faith-based communities, W est Hill

seniors will access needed health and social services. This program does not replace any

existing services, but it will enhance the utilization of such services by W est Hill seniors and their

care givers.

CAMPS

Adirondack Camp Comfort

The C.R. W ood Cancer Center at Glens Falls

102 Park Street

Glens Falls, NY 12801

(518) 926-6620

www.glensfallshospital.org

Camping experience for those affected by cancer. Geared for children and teens ages 6-17. Held

at Double “H” Hole in the W oods Ranch.

Bravehearts (an oncology camp for women)

Karen Haag, President

249 Georgetown Court

Albany, NY 12203

(518) 454-2064

Offering women dealing with cancer a variety of weekend retreats to suit their needs and

interests. Camp Bravehearts offers 5 different camping weekends a year.

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Cindy’s Comfort Camp

Double “H” Hole in the W oods Ranch

Lake Luzerne, NY

(518) 926-6515

For Children and teens ages 6-17 years who have experienced the death or serious illness of a

parent or close relative. Meets one weekend each Spring and Fall: The 2006 Dates are May 19-

21 and October 13-15.

Pre-Registration is required.

Cindy’s Retreat

Contact: Karen Cook, LMSW

(518) 926-6619

For women with cancer offering support through a variety of activities to explore the impact of

cancer and skills for survivorship. Meets one weekend each Spring and Fall at Silver Bay on

Lake George: 2006 dates: April 28-30 and September 29 – October 1 . Pre-registration isst

Required.

Double H Ranch

97 Hidden Valley Road

Lake Luzerne, NY 12846

(518) 696-5676

www.doublehranch.org

Double H Ranch provides an outdoor Adirondack Adventure for children ages 6-16 who have a

chronic or life threatening illness through its residential summer camp program and the off-season

Adaptive Ski Program.

CARE GIVERS

* American Cancer Society

260 Osborne Road

Loudonville, NY 12211

(800) 227-2345

www.cancer.org

“I Can Cope” education series. Sessions designed to aid cancer patients and care givers as they

gain a greater understanding of the diagnosis, treatment, wellness and resources available. Held

in various locations.

The Caregiver Connection of Senior Services of Albany

(518) 465-1398

Care givers Respite Program

100 Slingerlands Street

Albany, NY 12202

(518) 449-2001

Assistance to in-home care givers of patients. Respite care in the home, at a daycare for adults,

or adult home.

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Haven (grief counseling)

The Jay Schechter House

703 Union Street

Schenectady, NY 12305

(518) 370-1666

Program offering support and/or services to those who are grieving or have experienced the

death of a loved one. Serving parents, guardians, teens and children ages 4-18. One-on-one

counseling also available.

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HOUSING

Albany Housing Coalition, Inc.

278 Clinton Avenue

Albany, NY 12210

(518) 465-5251

Albany Housing Coalition, Inc.

684 Madison Avenue

Albany, NY 12208

(518) 465-2905

LEGAL

Albany Law School Clinical Legal Studies

80 New Scotland Avenue

Albany, NY 12208

(518) 445-2328

www.als.edu

The Legal Clinic consists of five programs that provide free legal services to eligible low income

individuals and families for a variety of legal issues involving health law, domestic violence, low

income taxpayer assistance, civil rights and disabilities and unemployment benefits. The Health

Law program provides direct legal services to individuals and families affected by chronic medical

conditions, including cancer, who live in Albany, Rensselaer and Schenectady Counties.

Legal Aid Society of Northeastern NY

55 Colvin Avenue

Albany, NY 12206

(518) 462-6765

(800) 462-2922

www.legal-aid.org

Offers free or reduced cost legal services for cancer patients as well as low income families and

homeless people.

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Empire Justice Center

119 W ashington Avenue

Albany, NY 12210

(518) 462-6831

www.empirejustice.org

SERVICE PROVIDERS

Abracadabra Boutique (wigs and headwear, mastectomy products)

To Life!

Mollie W ilmot Radiation Oncology Center

Saratoga Hospital

211 Church Street

Saratoga Springs, NY 12866

To Life!

410 Kenwood Avenue

Delmar, NY 12054

By appointment at both locations (518) 439-5975

www.ToLife.org

The Delmar boutique provides a private and non-clinical environment in which to try on a large

selection of light weight breast prostheses, post-surgical camisoles, lovely bras, lingerie, scarves

and hats. W e carry many styles and colors of beautiful wigs. The Saratoga boutique provides

wig and headwear services only. Licensed hairstylists will cut hair and style wigs obtained at

either location. W e participate with many area insurers. Please call for an appointment to assure

receiving the attention you deserve.

Albany Medical Center Radiation Oncology

43 New Scotland Avenue

Albany, NY 12208

(518) 262-3368

Albany Medical Center

Morrell Center for Childhood Cancer & Blood Disorders

43 New Scotland Avenue

Albany, NY 12208

(518) 262-5513

Associates in Mental Health

2310 Nott Street East

Niskayuna, NY 12309

(518) 372-6080

Caring Together (ovarian cancer)

167 W inne Road

Delmar, NY 12054

(518) 475-1139

Offering support to individuals and those affected by ovarian cancer.

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The Community Hospice

www.communityhospice.org

Community Hospice serves seriously ill people and their families during the process of dying and

grieving and enhance quality of life with comprehensive, compassionate services that respect the

dignity of those we serve. Services include: comprehensive health care for persons with

advanced illness, bereavement services and support groups for grieving children and families.

The Community Hospice Grief Center

Services provided: Support Groups, W ave Riders, Memorial Services, Referrals, Education,

Counseling-personal and family, Community Crisis Intervention. The Community Hospice Grief

center offers these services throughout a seven county area free of charge, based exclusively on

grants and contributions. Donations in support may be made to The Community Hospice.

The Regional Offices are as follows:

Community Hospice of Albany County

445 New Karner Road

Albany, NY 12205

(518) 724-0200

Community Hospice of Amsterdam County

246 Manny’s Corners Road

Amsterdam, NY 12010

(518) 843-5412

Community Hospice of Columbia/Greene County

47 Liberty Street

Catskill, NY 12414

(518) 943-5402

26 Park Row

Chatham, NY 12037

(518) 392-0687

Community Hospice of Rensselaer County

295 Valley View Blvd.

Rensselaer, NY 12144

(518) 285-8100

Community Hospice of Saratoga County

179 Lawrence Street

Saratoga Springs, NY 12866

(518) 581-0800

Community Hospice of Schenectady County

1411 Union Street

Schenectady, NY 12308

(518) 377-8846

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*The C.R. W ood Cancer Center at Glens Falls Hospital

102 Park Street

Glens Falls, NY 12801

(518) 926-6640

www.glensfallshospital.org/cancer

The C.R. W ood Cancer Center provides comprehensive cancer care including prevention,

screening, Medical Oncology, Radiation Oncology (IMRT, IGRT), Clinical Trials (prevention and

treatment) and a wide array of support services. The support services include individual

counseling, disease specific ongoing support groups, Steps toward W ellness for Cancer

Survivors and the Uniquely You® Boutique for skin and hair care.

Image Guided Radiation Therapy

Suite 124

713 Troy-Schenectady Road

Latham, NY 12110 NYOH Gloversville

(518) 213-0305 182 Steele Avenue

Gloversville, New York 12078

(518) 725-9100

NYOH (New York Oncology Hematology)

See the following individual locations:

www.nyohpc.com NYOH Hudson

69 Prospect Avenue

NYOH Albany Hudson, NY 12534

317 S. Manning Blvd. (518) 822-8484

Suites 310 & 330

Albany, NY 12208 NYOH Latham

(518) 489-260 7 1003 Loudon Road/P.O. Box 610

(518) 489-0044 Latham, NY 12110

(518) 786-3122

GYN Oncology

Ste. 280 * Hematology Office

Albany, NY 12208 (518) 786-7723

(518) 458-1390 * CT Scan Department

(518) 786-3122

NYOH Albany

43 New Scotland Avenue NYOH Rexford

Mail Code 7 896 Riverview Road

Albany, NY 12208 Rexford, NY 12148

(518) 262-6696 (518) 399-4600

* Stem Cell Transplant * CT Scan Department

(518) 262-6696 (518) 786-4600

* P.E.T. Imaging Center NYOH Saratoga

(518) 262-9000 31 Myrtle Street

Saratoga Springs, NY 12866

NYOH Amsterdam (518) 587-7670

1700 Riverfront Center

Amsterdam, NY 12010

(518) 843-0020

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NYOH Schenectady

1101 Nott Street

Schenectady, NY 12308

(518) 243-4144

NYOH Schenectady

624 McClellan Street

Suite 204

Schenectady, NY 12304

(518) 393-5809

NYOH Troy

2215 Burdett Avenue

Troy, NY 12180

(518) 271-3231

NYOH located Support Group for Cancer Patients call (518) 786-3122

NYOH located Brain Tumor Support Group call (518) 262-6696

Palliative Home Care Programs of the Community Hospice, Inc.

159 W olf Road

Albany, NY 12205

(518) 694-4973

Community Hospice Palliative Care Program is a home care demonstration project that provides

expanded services to patients living with serious illness, who may have a prognosis of more than

six months and may be pursuing curative treatments. This is a collaboration among The

Community Hospice,Inc., Eddy Visiting Nurse Association, St. Peter's Home Care and Visiting

Nurse Service Association of Schenectady.

St. Jude Research Hospital

(518) 453-6800

Center for research and treatment of leukemia and other catastrophic childhood diseases.

St. Peter’s Home Care

159 W olf Road

Albany, NY 12205

(518) 525-6000

(800) 265-3294

St. Peter’s Hospital Cancer Care Center

317 South Manning Boulevard

Albany, NY 12208

(518) 525-1547

www.stpetershealthcare.org

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Screen Savers: Saving Lives Through Screening

at The Urological Institute of NENY

25 Hackett Blvd

Albany, NY 12208

(518) 782-3899

at Community Care Physicians Corporate Health Park

711 Troy Schenectady Road

Latham NY 12110

(518) 782-3899

A grant sponsored program through NYSDOH. Free prostate screenings, PSA and digital rectal

exams. If diagnosed with an elevated PSA, you will receive personal follow-up care options, a list

of specialists and treatment choices. Albany, Columbia, Rensselaer, Saratoga, Schenectady

counties. Screenings held weekly at above two locations and also at community group locations

and employer groups. Call to set up individual appointment or to discuss group screenings.

* To Life!

410 Kenwood Avenue

Delmar, NY 12054

(518) 439-5975

www.ToLife.org

To Life! is a comprehensive breast cancer education and support organization for breast cancer

patients and their loved ones. Services include education programs, support groups, mentoring,

exercise classes and the Abracadabra Boutique which sells wigs (in Delmar and Saratoga

Springs), breast prostheses and mastectomy bras.

Urological Institute of Northeastern New York

25 Hackett Boulevard

Albany, NY 12208

(518) 262-3341

711 Troy Schenectady Road

Latham, NY 12110

518-262-3341

5 Southside Drive

Suite 204

Clifton Park, NY 12065

518-262-3341

at Schodack Family Practice

77 Miller Road

Schodack, NY 12033

518-262-3341

Clinical research trials in renal, bladder and prostate cancers. Urological Oncology trained

specialists and principal investigators for clinical trials in prostate, bladder and renal carcinoma.

Practice also includes pediatric specialists, specialists in female urology, incontinence in men and

women, erectile dysfunction, robotic computerized assisted prostatectomy, laparoscopy, stone

diseases, and general Urology.

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Visiting Nurses Association - The Eddy

433 River Road

Troy, NY 12180

(518) 274-6200

Visiting Nurses Association of Albany, Inc.

35 Colvin Avenue

Albany, NY 12206

(518) 489-2681

www.vnaalbany.org

Visiting Nurses Association of Rensselaer

8 Brunswick Road

Troy, NY 12180

(518) 272-3091

Visiting Nurses Association of Saratoga

634 Plank Road

Clifton Park, NY 12065

(518) 371-0890

Visiting Nurses Association of Schenectady

108 Erie Boulevard

Schenectady, NY 12305

(518) 382-7932

W atervliet’s Hometown Healthcare

601 19th Street

W atervliet, NY 12189

(518) 328-0075

Hometown Healthcare is a family business where you can expect to be treated with the utmost

respect and consideration. W e offer a comfortable and private fitting room with female fitters who

are caring and compassionate. It is our desire to make this a positive experience which will enrich

your life. W e carry breast forms and mastectomy supplies and offer a large supply in stock. In

home fittings are also available - call us for more information.

SUPPORT/RESOURCES

* American Cancer Society

260 Osborne Road

Loudonville, NY 12211

(800) 227-2345

www.cancer.org

A variety of supports, resources and information available to cancer patients and care givers.

Peer support to persons with prostate or breast cancer, support groups including one specifically

for women of color. Also, Look Good…Feel Better groups, wigs and other supplies. 24x7 support,

resources and information about our programs available at (800) 227-2345 or www.cancer.org.

Education and prevention programs available to individuals and businesses.

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American Lung Association of NYS

3 W inners Circle

Albany, NY 12205

(518) 453-0172

www.alanys.org

Andrew’s W arriors

(518) 273-8020

Organization established to highlight the bravery in the life of your child or teen faced with a

serious illness. Programs include special gold medal ceremonies, “God Bless America!” limited

edition posters, international themes hospital visit, bedside clown visits and puppet shows, and

“W arrior W alks” raising money for the cure for childhood brain cancer.

Catie Hoch Foundation

(518) 877-7539

www.catiehochfoundation.org

Dedicated to helping kids take a break from cancer by providing crafts and treats on holidays and

treating children to a day off from the hospital to do something fun. The Foundation pays for

housing during treatment and purchases medical equipment for doctors researching pediatric

cancer.

Capital Region Action Against Breast Cancer! (CRAAB!)

125 W olf Road, Suite 124

Albany, NY 12205

(518) 435-1055

www.craab.org

Capital Region Action Against Breast Cancer is an education and advocacy organization serving

the greater Capital District area. It offers an extensive program of education and support

services, including therapeutic dance and exercise classes, pre-treatment counseling, workshops

in obtaining quality breast cancer care, informative newsletters, and regular informational

programs, all free.

*The C.R. W ood Cancer Center at Glens Falls Hospital

Oncology Education and Support Services

102 Park Street

Glens Falls, NY 12801

(518) 926-6629

www.glensfallshospital.org/cancer

Support services: individual counseling, Steps toward W ellness for Cancer Survivors and the

Uniquely You® Boutique for skin and hair care provided by Oncology Certified RNs, Health

Psychologist, Oncology Social W orker, and an Oncology Dietician. Ongoing support groups:

general groups, a Care givers group, disease specific(Breast Cancer, Prostate Cancer,

Lymphoma, Laryngectomy, Ovarian), and a 6-week group for survivors. Rehabilitation services

include a lymphedema therapy program, and a W ellness Center. A Lebed® Movement program

began in the spring 2006 as well. Call for information.

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Gilda's Club

8 W ade Road

Latham, NY 12110

(518) 782-9833

www.gccrny.org

Gilda’s Club is a warm and welcoming place where adults and children whose lives are

touched by cancer can join together to create social and emotional support in supplement to

medical care. It is not about cancer, it is about people. Free of charge, Gilda’s Club offers

support and networking groups, educational workshops, social events and Noogieland for the

kids.

Harold L. Bloch Cancer Resource Center –

located at American Cancer Society

Haven Grief Counseling Center

(518) 370-1666

Provides support to children, teens and adults experiencing grief from bereavement and life

threatening illness through individual and family counseling, support groups, programs for

bereaved children and community educational services.

Jewish Family Services

877 Madison Avenue

Albany, NY 12203

(518) 482-8856

Provides a wide range of free or reduced cost support services for individuals, couples and

families in crisis or experiencing emotional or mental stress.

Karing for Kids

(518) 456-7501

Provide financial support through fund-raising, emotional support, outreach and advocacy for

families of children facing a life threatening illness.

The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society

6 Automation Lane

Albany, NY 12205

(518) 438-3583

(866) 255-3583

www.LLS.org

LLS helps individuals coping with blood cancers - leukemia, lymphoma or myeloma. Services

include disease & treatment information, patient financial aid for transportation and

medications, and educational & support programs.

Make-A-W ish Foundation

(518) 782-HOPE (4673)

Grants wishes to children between the ages of 2 ½ and 18 with life threatening medical

conditions to enrich the human experience with hope, strength and joy.

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National Cancer Institute Cancer Information Service

(518) 271-3534

Source for cancer information for patients, families, the public and health professionals.

NYS Department of Health

Cancer Services Program/Bureau of Chronic Disease Services

River View Center, 150 Broadway, 3rd Floor W est

Menands, NY 12204

(518) 474-1222

www.health.state.ny.us

Ronald McDonald House

(518) 438-2655

www.rmhofalbany.org

Provides comfort, support and respite for families of seriously ill children in a compassionate

and home-like environment.

Rosie’s Love

(518) 448-LOVE (4863)

www.rosieslove.com

Provide emotional and financial support to families who have children in the Child Cancer

Program at Albany Medical Center.

Schenectady County Department of Social Services

Medicaid Unit

487 Nott Street

Schenectady, NY 12308

(518) 388-4470

Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation

P.O. Box 13535

Albany, NY 12212-3535

(518) 454-0045

www.albanyraceforthecure.com

* To Life!

410 Kenwood Avenue

Delmar, NY 12054

(518) 439-5975

www.ToLife.org

To Life! is a comprehensive breast cancer education and support organization for breast

cancer patients and their loved ones. Services include education programs, support groups,

mentoring, exercise classes and the Abracadabra Boutique which sells wigs (in Delmar and

Saratoga Springs), breast prostheses and mastectomy bras.

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YMCA Circle of Champs

(518) 285-8157

Dedicated to improving the quality of life of children and families who have been touched by a

life threatening illness through free events such as week long day camps at Camp Nassau,

holiday parties, and NY Giants training camp trips.

W ave Riders Support Groups for Grieving Children and Teens and Families

(518) 694-4966

(800) 678-0711

For children ages 3-18 who have experienced the death of someone significant in their lives.

A safe environment for children to share their grief and seek healing and growth through art

therapy, music and discussion. Fall and spring age appropriate groups available with a parent

educational support group on children’s grief offered concurrently. Open to community-free of

charge at Albany, Amsterdam, Columbia/Greene, Rensselaer, Saratoga and Schenectady

County Community Hospice locations. Grief educational materials, presentations and trainings

available upon request.

TRANSPORTATION

* American Cancer Society

260 Osborne Road

Loudonville, NY 12211

(800) 227-2345

www.cancer.org

Volunteer drivers are available to lend assistance with transportation specifically for cancer

treatment appointments.

CDTA – Simple Fare

110 W atervliet Avenue

Albany, NY 12206

www.cdta.org

Offering ground transportation services for cancer patients and/or family members.

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UNINSURED / UNDER-INSURED

Healthy W omen Partnership / Healthy Living Partnership

Ask Me! Program

Free mammograms and pap tests

A NYS Department of Health (NYSDOH) program functioning through community

partnerships, which offers free or low cost screening and education for breast, cervical and

colorectal cancers. Diagnostic services are covered. Eligibility for the program is determined

by partnerships based on NYSDOH guidelines.

Albany County (800) 725-3185 ext. 375

Fulton/Montgomery County (518) 736-1120

Rensselaer County (518) 270-2640

Saratoga County (800) 882-0121

Schenectady County (518) 374-3394 ext. 122

Schoharie County (800) 295-8474

W arren/ Hamilton County (800) 882-0121

All other counties (800) 422-6237

VOLUNTEERS

* American Cancer Society

260 Osborne Road

Loudonville, NY 12211

(800) 227-2345

www.cancer.org

Volunteers are needed to offer peer support to cancer patients in a variety of different

programs, to aid in fund raising events, to lend support for office administrative duties.

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WEBSITES WEBSITES FROM THIS GUIDE

www.canceradvocacy.org www.als.edu

www.cancer.gov www.cancer.org

www.cancercare.org www.catiehochfoundation.org

www.dana-farber.org www.cdta.org

www.Lawhelp.org/NY www.craab.org

www.massgeneral.org/cancer www.doublehranch.org

www.mskcc.org www.glensfallshospital.org

www.roswellpark.org www.legalproject.org

www.mdanderson.org www.communityhospice.org

www.thecommunityguide.org www.vnaalbany.org

www.rmhofalbany.org

www.rosieslove.com

www.albanyraceforthecure.com

www.ToLife.org

www.gccrny.org

www.cfcr.org/nhap

www.legal-aid.org

www.empirejustice.org

www.nyohpc.com

www.stpetershealthcare.org

www.alanys.org

www.LLS.org

www.health.state.ny.us

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