In addition to the physical pain suffered by those afflicted with cancer, often comes an unsurpassed emotional pain associated with the diagnosis. Fear, anxiety and uncertainty regarding what the future holds can suddenly complicate normal work routines and family obligations.

Resources for needs such as rent, utilities, health insurance, food, transportation and medical co-payments can quickly become a major challenge in the cancer patient’s fight for survival. That’s why offering solutions to the seemingly ordinary needs of everyday life is Beckstrand Cancer Foundation’s mission.

While the importance of finding a cure for this devastating disease cannot be understated, as is the focus of the vast majority of cancer-related groups, Beckstrand Cancer Foundation concentrates on an equally important part of the fight that is commonly overlooked: providing immediate assistance to the patient and his or her family.

Beckstrand’s innovative and sensitive programs can help provide resources and the peace of mind necessary to fully benefit from cancer treatment, including:

• • Making crucial payments
• • Intervening with debtors
• • Advocating on the patient’s behalf
• • Supportive counseling & life planning

By creating programs that focus on direct patient assistance, Beckstrand Cancer Foundation is working to improve and enhance the quality of life of cancer patients and their families in Los Angeles and Orange Counties.