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The following resources provide crucial information about cancer prevention, treatment options, and support services for individuals affected by cancer.

• American Cancer Society (ACS)
  The ACS offers education about various types of cancer, as well as programs and services designed to support people living with cancer and their families.

• Understand Cancer Together
  This website, created by Merck, offers information on cancer treatments, managing the costs of a cancer diagnosis, and practical advice on dealing with daily challenges faced by those affected by cancer.

Resources for Palliative Care

Palliative care focuses on improving the quality of life for patients with serious illnesses and their families. Below are some valuable resources for understanding palliative care and hospice services.

• Get Palliative Care
  A comprehensive guide for understanding palliative care, its benefits, and how to access services.

• ACS Palliative Care
  Information on palliative care options for individuals with cancer and how it helps improve the quality of life.

• UW Palliative Care
  Offers specialized palliative care services and resources for patients and families in the Seattle area.

• Palliative Care/Hospice – National Institute on Aging (NIA)
  Learn about the importance of palliative care and hospice services, and how they can improve quality of life for people with serious illnesses.

  • Que son los cuidados paliativos y de hospicio

Multi-Lingual & Multi-Ethnic Community Resources

Access to healthcare can be particularly challenging for individuals from culturally diverse backgrounds. These resources offer support for various multi-lingual and multi-ethnic communities.

• EthnoMed
  A resource that provides cultural, linguistic, and clinical information for healthcare providers working with immigrants and refugees.

• Cultural Caseworker Mediators Program
  This program provides culturally appropriate outreach to immigrant communities, helping them navigate healthcare systems.

• UW Interpreter Services
  Interpreter services provided by the University of Washington Medicine to ensure equitable access to healthcare for non-English-speaking patients.

• ACRS (Asian Counseling and Referral Service)
  A nationally recognized organization offering behavioral health programs, human services, and community engagement activities for Asian Americans, Pacific Islanders, and other communities in King County and beyond.
  Phone: 206-695-7600

• Chinese Information and Service Center (CISC)
  Provides services for immigrants, including legal clinics, employment support, and assistance with navigating school and government systems.
  Phone: 206-624-5633

• International Community Health Services (ICHS)
  Provides affordable healthcare services, including medical, vision, dental, and behavioral health services, as well as Chinese traditional medicine.
  Phone: 206-788-3700

• The Community Health Access Program (CHAP)
  Connects individuals with affordable care and offers interpreter services.
  Call: 1-800-756-5437 or email: [email protected]

• Washington Counselors of Color Directory
  A directory of counselors who understand the specific needs of people of color and diverse cultures.

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