ResourcesLouisiana Cancer FoundationThe mission of the Louisiana Cancer Foundation is to promote quality-of-life for cancer patients and family members while also providing the citizens of Louisiana with accurate and up to date information on prevention, detection and treatment of cancer.The Louisiana Cancer Foundation was founded in 1999 by the Northeast Louisiana Cancer Institute for the purpose of increasing public awareness, early detection, treatment, and research for cancer in our state. www.lacancerfoundation.org/
Patient Education CenterThe Northeast Louisiana Cancer Institute maintains a library of brochures, books, videos and other information for patients and their families to learn about the patient's illness, the many treatment options and other resources available. This includes access to information on the internet, lists of referring organizations, contact information for cancer patients, survivors, family members and care givers around the world, and much more. Financial CounselingOur experienced, compassionate staff files all forms for private insurance and Medicare, answers questions, provides referrals and helps to make this process as convenient as possible. AdvocacyThe best interests of its patients is the Northeast Louisiana Cancer Institute's primary focus, and that includes monitoring, influencing and publicizing state and federal programs that affect cancer care. Additional ResourcesAmerican Cancer SocietyThe NLCI works closely with the American Cancer Society through a reciprocating referral agreement which enables each organization to provide information about the latest cancer treatments, tips for early detection and prevention, and guidance to community resources and services for patients and their families. 1-800-ACS-2345. National Cancer InstituteAccurate, up-to-date information is available for patients, their families, healthcare professionals and the general public by dialing 1-800-4-CANCER. |