Support and resources for those living with cancer and their loved ones.
Support and resources for those living with Parkinson's disease and their loved ones.
Resources from the American Cancer Society
Allstate Benefits proudly partners with the American Cancer Society (ACS) to offer resources and support with a shared vision to end cancer for everyone. Links to ACS tools and information are available below, including where to go for help, support and answers.
No one should have to go through the experience of cancer diagnosis and treatment alone; cancer recovery requires a team approach and the support of loved ones. In addition to resources for people actively receiving treatment, the ACS also offers information and help to caregivers, loved ones and survivors.
ACS Vision: End cancer as we know it, for everyone.
1-877-511-2578
Free 24/7 Helpline
Dedicated cancer expertsare ready to help you with the following topics:
- Cancer information by type
- Treatment options
- Pain control and medicines
- Side effects
- Coping and support groups
- Patient and social services
- Clinical trials
- Screening and prevention
- Help with quitting tobacco
- Medical equipment
- Wigs and prostheses
- Transportation and lodging
- Volunteering opportunities
Personal Health Manager
Keeping track of diagnosis and treatment information can be overwhelming. The ACS Personal Health Manager can help. This free collection of PDF guides is designed to be printed to help you organize and navigate your individual cancer experience.
24/7 Cancer Helpline 1-800-227-2345
Schedule a video chat
Customize, download and print your Personal Health Manager
Survivorship & Care Planning
Survivorship resources include tips for staying healthy during and after treatment, and information about what questions to ask as you go through treatment and beyond. You can also find how to connect with others who want to share their cancer journeys.
Visit the Survivorship Page
Hair Loss & Mastectomy Products
Cancer treatments may potentially alter your appearance. The "tlc" Tender Loving Care® program offers affordable wigs, hats, scarves and mastectomy products.
Visit the tlc Shop
Clinical Trials
Clinical trials are studies of new drugs, procedures and other treatments in people. ACS offers information about clinical trials and provides questions to ask when deciding whether a clinical trial may be a good option for you.
Visit the ACS Clinical Trials page
Breast Cancer Support
Breast cancer patients often find it helpful to connect with others who have been there. The ACS Reach to Recovery® website and app connect people facing breast cancer – from diagnosis through survivorship – with trained volunteers who are breast cancer survivors.
Breast Cancer Patients: Get matched with a survivor
Breast Cancer Survivors: Sign up to volunteer
Cancer Survivors Online
Our Cancer Survivors Network provides a safe online community where cancer patients and caregivers can connect. Participate in online discussions and build a solid support network.
Join the Cancer Survivors Network
Educational Materials & Books
ACS offers materials covering prevention and risk reduction, cancer types, treatment options, potential side effects, support programs and cancer research. Books are also available to order, covering a variety of topics from patient education and caregiving issues to healthy living and quality of life.
Request materials (available in up to 13 languages): 1-877-511-2578 or visit cancer.org
Visit the bookstore
Caregiver Support & Tutorials
Caregivers are a crucial part of any cancer care team. To support them in their role, the ACS Caregiver Resource Guide provides information on the caregiving process and includes tips for caregiver self-care, communication with the cancer care team and coping strategies.
Caregiver tutorial videos are also available to assist with the everyday needs of cancer patients.
Download the Caregiver Resource Guide
Cancer Insurance from Allstate Benefits
Cancer Insurance from Allstate Benefits offers protection for the treatment of cancer and 29 specified diseases. Coverage pays a cash benefit to help pay out-of-pocket costs associated with cancer treatments. But unlike primary health insurance, this coverage also pays for everyday living expenses like mortgage or rent, childcare, groceries and so on.
Benefits are paid regardless of any other coverage and whether customers pursue treatment or not.
To encourage preventive health, Allstate Benefits also offers a wellness benefit that covers the cost of many cancer screenings.
Learn more about Cancer Insurance
Support and Resources for Parkinson's Disease
Nearly one million Americans and more than 6 million people worldwide are living with Parkinson's disease (PD) today.1 For all those affected by the disease, finding a cure is their #1 mission. Allstate Benefits is dedicated to supporting this mission and driving real change. As the Good Hands® people, we work each and every day to help protect those living with critical illnesses like PD.
1The Michael J. Fox Foundation (michaeljfox.org/Parkinsons-101)
Get Involved in PD Research
The Parkinson's Progression Markers Initiative, a landmark study by The Michael J. Fox Foundation (MJFF), could change the way PD is diagnosed, managed and treated. The study is now recruiting people diagnosed with PD in the past two years and family members of people with PD. Learn more: michaeljfox.org/ppmi
Helpful Links
National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke: www.ninds.nih.gov
American Parkinson Disease Association (APDA): www.apdaparkinson.org
The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson's Research (MJFF): www.michaeljfox.org
Parkinson's Foundation: www.parkinson.org
National Institute on Aging, NIH: www.nia.nih.gov/health/parkinsons-disease
The MJFF offers visitors an overview of PD with Parkinson's 101, including "What Is Parkinson's Disease?", a brief video covering the basics of PD and the current state of research.
Download Parkinson's 360º, a free guide that offers a deeper dive into PD from diagnosis and symptoms to medications and treatments like Deep Brain Stimulation.
The MJFF offers a comprehensive directory to navigate the first weeks and months after a PD diagnosis. Download the "Navigating Parkinson's: Your Guide to the Early Years" guide to receive real-world advice and learn more about research opportunities that are available to PD patients.
Allstate Benefits was the first insurance carrier to offer PD coverage under our Critical Illness insurance, and we remain one of the only carriers to cover Advanced Parkinson's disease.
All Critical Illness customers who are diagnosed with PD receive a copy of "Always Looking Up: The Adventures of an Incurable Optimist" by Michael J. Fox, along with a personal letter from our company president. Along with the financial support from their Allstate Benefits policy, this encouragement can make a big difference as they begin their journey.
The Good Hands® team works continuously to protect and support those living with a critical illness.
