Support Groups
Community Organizations & Support GroupsIf you or someone you know has been diagnosed with cancer or other chronic illness, there are several nonprofit organizations that provide support groups, financial assistance, literature and other assistance. These groups are also often in need of volunteers for their local offices and fundraisers and are available to accept financial contributions and other donations.
Some local organizations serving the south suburban Chicago area are:
Cancer Support Center: http://www.cancersupportcenter.org/ American Cancer Society: http://www.cancer.org Crohn's and Colitis Foundation of America: http://www.ccfa.org/American Liver Foundation Illinois Chapter: http://www.illinois-liver.org/
Advocacy for Patients with Chronic Disease: http://www.advocacyforpatients.org/
The Blue Island IBS Meetup Group:
http://ibs.meetup.com/29
Patient Appointments (708) 798-8112