Sexual orientation and gender identity may have an impact on cancer care and individuals within the LGBTQIA+ have unique needs.7 Below you will find resources we’ve curated for individuals who are lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, queer or questioning, intersex and/or asexual, including tools to help you locate LGBTQIA+ friendly cancer treatment facilities.
by ZERO Prostate Cancer
This resource provides prostate cancer patients with the opportunity to connect with others in their area or virtually. Support groups can be filtered by location, meeting format (in person or virtual
Read Moreby Young Survival Coalition (YSC)
This resource includes Young Survival Coalition's list of virtual hangout groups for young adults affected by breast cancer. You can connect with others with similar experiences, ask questions, and sh
Read Moreby CANCER101
Sexual and gender minorities may have a higher risk of certain cancer types. This infographic provides a bird’s eye view of screenings to discuss with your healthcare team. It specifically focuses o
Read Moreby CANCER101
This infographic puts a spotlight on what the LGBTQIA+ community needs to know to better partner with their healthcare team. A few tips are focused on understanding your rights, important documents, t
Read Moreby Cheeky Charity
This resource provides cancer caregivers with information about essential legal documents you should have, including financial and healthcare powers of attorney and living will. It also connects careg
Read Moreby American Cancer Society
This fact sheet provides an overview of cancer in the LGBTQ+ community and explains how they have a higher risk of cancer than heterosexual and cisgender people due to barriers to cancer screening. It
Read Moreby The Cancer Network
This directory provides LGBT-friendly cancer treatment facilities that can be searched by state. All providers in the directory have made note of their commitment to transgender health with a personal
Read Moreby Cheeky Charity
These virtual support groups provides support to anyone affected by colorectal cancer, including the LGBTQ+ community. This program connects patients, survivors, and caregivers with trusted resources
Read Moreby FORCE (Facing our Risk of Cancer Empowered)
This resource provides a list of virtual community support groups that address the needs and concerns of those facing hereditary cancer (breast, ovarian, pancreatic, prostate, colorectal and endometri
Read Moreby Cheeky Charity
This resource provides information on how colorectal cancer and its treatment can affect sexual health, with specific considerations for LGBTQ+ individuals and couples. It discusses practical strategi
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