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Confidential and Proprietary
Resources for Breast Cancer Patients
and Survivors During COVID-19
Confidential and Proprietary
• Susan G. Komen’s Breast Care Helpline: 1-877 GO KOMEN (1-877-465-6636)
• Komen Greater East and Central Texas homepage• Komen Social and Emotional Support: Page that includes various
national and local ways to connect with other breast cancer patients, survivors, caretakers, and more
• Real Pink: Real Talk About Breast Cancer Podcast: Free podcast focused on breast cancer resources
• Educational Videos and Resources: Informative, short videos to help answer and address the concerns of patients and survivors
• Webinars: Includes various advocacy and educational webinars for patients and survivors
Susan G. Komen National & Local Resources
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• Healthy Texas Women for BCCS: Program designed to increase the quality and accessibility of breast and cervical cancer screening or treatment services for low-income and uninsured women
• Komen GCETX Discount Prescription Program: Free pharmacy card provided to uninsured breast cancer patients that provides up to a 75% discount on prescriptions
• Treatment Assistance Program: Provides financial, educational and social support to low-income, underinsured or uninsured breast cancer patients
• Co-Survivor Program: Information for social and emotional support during breast cancer diagnosis, treatment and recovery
• Local Affiliate Locator: Database of Komen affiliates nationwide
Susan G. Komen National & Local Resources
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Susan G. Komen Funded Resources
• Program that aims to alleviate barriers to care for underserved women such as cost and navigational issues
Breast Cancer Resource Center (BCRC): 512-580-4507
• Resources and service database including topics such as financial assistance, uninsured information, patient navigation and more
Cherokee County Department of Public Health: 903-586-6191
• Health system which targets at-risk and underserved women by decreasing treatment cost and location barriers and increasing accessibility, educational opportunities and more
Northeast Texas Public Health District: 903-593-0030
• Organization that aims to increase affordable and accessible care for all womenPlanned Parenthood of Greater
Texas- Austin and Waco
• Mobile breast cancer screening and diagnostic service that increases accessibility and affordability of care
UT Southwestern Moncrief Cancer Center: 817-288-9800
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Susan G. Komen Funded Resources
• Breast health program that provides patient navigation, diagnostics, treatment support, education, and surgical consultations for Navarro, Ellis, Kaufman, Smith and Van Zandt counties
Bridges Breast Network: 214-821-3820 or Toll Free 877-258-1396
• Patient navigation, screening and diagnostic program for breast cancer patients in Williamson and Travis counties
CommUnity Care: 512-978-8280, option 3
• Central Texas health program that provides in home care, patient navigation, and personal care attendants for individuals in Travis, Williamson, Bastrop and Hays counties
Meals on Wheels Central Texas In-Home Care (HAND): 512-477-3796
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Texas Public Health Information and Resource Databases
• The American Society of Breast Surgeons: Recommendations for Prioritization and Triage of Breast Cancer Patients during the COVID-19 Pandemic- Executive Summaryo Provides charts qualifying the priority of treatments for cancer patients based on
symptoms, stages, and more• Komen National Homepage
o Provides numerous categories of information on breast cancer and COVID-19• Livestrong COVID-19 Resources
o Provides numerous resources for individuals living with cancer during the COVID-19 pandemic. Well organized and concise with a diverse list of information
• Texas Department of State Health Serviceso Includes COVID-19 case dashboard, testing information, prevention tips, hospital and
health care professionals, and more
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• Senator John Cornyn COVID-19 Initiativeso Includes links to the Texas CARES small business act, the
Families First Act, the Emergency GI Fix for Coronavirus School Closures Act, and more
• Central Health COVID-19 Informationo Information concerning care for non-citizens/non-legal
individuals, curbside pharmacy services, and more
Texas Public Health Information and Resource Databases
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Austin-Area Public Health Information and Resource Databases
• Search engine for free or reduced cost services including medical care, food, job training, childcare and more
WILCO Aunt Bertha
• Homepage for COVID-19 rapid response grants. Lists all available grants with criteria and application linked
Williamson County Health District Grants
• Includes a summary of COVID-19 cases, healthcare provider information, community resources, and school/childcare information
Williamson County Health District
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Austin-Area Public Health Information and Resource Databases
• Guide sorted by type of food served that describes operating hours, delivery range, pick-up availability and menu options for local area restaurants
• Social Services agency grants available to organizations who have demonstrated substantial and efficient community-based services and financial assistance
• Childcare resources for essential workers and their families that provides a map of licensed childcare centers, homes and individuals located near their home
Local Restaurant Delivery, Pick-up and Menu Guide
COVID-19 Relief in a State of Emergency (RISE) Fund
Frontline Childcare Availability Portal
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Tyler-Area Public Health Information and Resource Databases
• Northeast Texas Public Health District page including news updates, testing information, mental health resources and more
NETHEALTH COVID-19 Homepage:
• Website that includes access to all city news releases and updates concerning COVID-19 in the Tyler area
City of Tyler COVID-19 Resources and Updates
• Fundraising account to support families and communities in financial need during COVID-19
North Texas Community Response Fund
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Tyler-Area Public Health Information and Resource Databases
• Food, water, medication, and essential item delivery available for elderly and disabled citizens living in rural areas without transportation
• Email [email protected] or call (903)714-5079 to request assistance
• Current list of area restaurants and chains available for carry out services
• Includes links to grants available for local restaurant, online trainings and advice for managing during crisis times, and delivery databases for consumers
Smith County and NDMJ Transportation Voucher Deliveries Program
Tyler Area Working List of Take Out/Pick Up Restaurant Options
BBB Central East Texas Consumer and Employer Guide to COVID-19
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Waco-Area Public Health Information and Resource Databases
• Includes dashboard with confirmed cases, local testing information and community resources during COVID-19
McLennan County Health District COVID-19 Website
• Webpage that highlights resource information for the low-income and uninsured community in response to COVID-19
Heart of Texas Homeless Coalition Service Provider Updates
• Database of various local business grants and programs to assist with financial difficulties during COVID-19
Local Business Resources During COVID-19
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Waco-Area Public Health Information and Resource Databases
• A working group presentation that highlights the city efforts to address the COVID-19 pandemic
• A video presentation hosted by Mayor Deaver of Waco discussing how social distancing will positively affect the future of the Greater Waco area
• A local Waco-area homepage with unique COVID-19 related resources such as virtual entertainment options, local restaurant take out options and more
Waco City Council Health Response and Coordination Presentation
Mayor Deaver on the Benefits and Effects of Social Distancing
Waco Heart of Texas Local Resource Compilation Page
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• American Red Cross: Coronavirus Demographics Mapso Provides a spot map of all confirmed cases in the United States
• Susan G. Komen: Coronavirus Informationo Provides educational and practical resources to assist breast cancer patients
and survivors with the treatment navigation process• World Health Organization: COVID-19 Pandemic information
o Provides definitions, research efforts, case updates and more• Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
o COVID-19 information page with prevention, recognition and treatment options• Patient Advocate Foundation (PAF)
o COVID Care Resource Center that provides information for those with compromised immune systems including a recovery fund, FAQs, webinars, and a response plan
• CancerCare: Coronavirus Resources Homepageo Compilation of COVID-19 resources for cancer patients and survivors, with
categories ranging from support groups and workshops to financial assistance
National Public Health Resources
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COVID-19 Testing InformationCOVID-19 testing for Travis County residents (testing available with doctor’s order ONLY)
• Uninsured/No Current Provider Hotline: 512-978-8755• FAQ Hotline: 3-1-1 (if outside Austin city limits) or 512-974-2000 (inside Austin city limits)
COVID-19 testing for Smith County residents (testing available with doctor’s order ONLY)• Uninsured Hotline: 903-617-6404• Individuals with a Current Medical Provider:
• Existing patient with UT Health East Texas• Existing patient with CHRISTUS Health System
COVID-19 testing for McLennan County residents (must complete pre-screening prior to testing)• With insurance:
• Baylor Scott and White Health• Ascension (Providence)
• Reduced and Lowered Cost or Uninsured:• Family Health Center
COVID-19 testing for Texas residents (physician referral and insurance dependent on location)• State of Texas mobile COVID-19 test mapping program available through Texas Division of Emergency Management and
Texas Department of State Health Services
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State Health Services Access
• Texas Department of State Health Services: find a doctor or access medical careo Hotline: 2-1-1, Option 6 or 877-541-7905o 7AM-8PM, 7 days a week
• Central Health Medical Access Program Eligibility: o Telephone interviews 512-978-8130, 8AM-5PM, Monday-Fridayo Application may be downloaded here and sent
- By mail: Medical Access Program, PO Box 300489, Austin TX 78703- By fax: 512-776-0457- By email: [email protected]
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• Doc on Demand app• Baylor Scott and White: text BETTER to 88408 to have the app
sent to your phone, requires no appointment • Ascension: use code HOME for a $20 cost per visit, no
appointment necessary. COVID-19 hotline: 1-833-919-1680o Available 6AM-midnight and staffed by health professionals to
answer public questions, and guide patients to the most appropriate care location
• MDLive• TelaDoc: Everyday visit costing less than $49• HeyDoc: Costs between $10-$50
State Telemedicine Resources
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Social-Emotional Support and Navigation Services
CANCER SUPPORT COMMUNITY :
1-888-793-9355
CANCERCARE: 1-800-813-4673
AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY: 1-800-227-2345
BREAST CANCER RESOURCE CENTER:
512-524-2560
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• Virtual Care for Kids: Telehealth service available for all children in Austin ISD. Service is currently waving all copayso Click to register or to see a provider
• Vida Clinic: Mental health services available for all children in Austin ISDo Email: [email protected] Phone: 512-518-2209
• Waco ISD: Provides links and activities related to mental health and well-being resources• Tyler ISD: Provides links and activities related to mental health and well-being resources• Children’s Health Insurance Program: low-cost health coverage for children 18 and under
• Burke Mental Health Services: Non-profit mental health organization servicing East Texas children and families
Resources for Children and Child Healthcare
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Educational Activities for Children
Reading
• Free children’s books• Spanish Children
Stories• International children’s
library• Austin Public Library-
ebooks & more• Free e-books from the
New York Public Library• Read-aloud animated
books (1 month free trial)
Math
• Free educational games(varied grade levels)
• Math activities
Science
• Free STEM videos and lessons(Elementary/Middle school)
• Smithsonian Science Webcasts
All subjects
• Free projects-Scholastic(varied grade levels)
• Share my lesson• TED-talk educational
videos list• Free self-paced quizzes• Ocean School-inquiry-
based learning
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Educational Activities for Children
Language Learners
•Fun English games•Games to learn English•English 4 kids•Book narration in different
languages
Learning Experiences
•Links to learning experiences online 1 (no log-in required)
•Links to learning experiences online 2
•Education companies offering free subscriptions/trials--List 1
•Education companies offering free subscriptions/trials--List 2
•Educational sites List 3 (more details)
•Anti-Oppressive/Anti-Racist Home School Options
Virtual Tours
•National Parks•Museums and Galleries•Arts & Culture Tours by
Music/Arts
•How to draw tutorials•How to access 15 Broadway
Plays/Musicals online
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Caretaker and Senior Adult Support Information
• Lifetime Connection Without Walls: Nationwide telephone program that connects individuals 55+ with a cross-country community. Sessions range from support, conversational, or educational groups, with current sessions discussing COVID-19.
• Alzheimer’s Texas: Resource page that has virtual events and community services available for the senior adult and caregiver community
• Senior Access Texas, Austin-Area: Service that works to support senior adults in competing essential tasks, such as grocery shopping and driving to appointments. Current programs include the Senior Buddy, where volunteers connect with their senior a few times a week for conversations and games.
• East Texas Aging and Disability Resource Center: Homepage that includes caregiver, community, and veteran specific resources and support lines
• Heart of Texas Area Agency on Aging: Organization dedicated to providing legal, nutritional, emotional, physical, and social support to the senior adults of McLennan and surrounding counties.
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Resources for Food
• Comfort Food Care Package Program: Program that allows families to purchase and send a meal from local restaurants to at-risk families across Texas
• Central Texas Food Bank: Austin and Waco-area dive-thru food distribution centers
• East Texas Food Bank: Tyler-area meal finder and food distribution database
• PATH Food Bank and Essential Services: East Texas choice food pantry and other essential services
• Waco Mobile Food Pantry• School Meal Finder Map
o Shares locations and hours of meal services at local schools and learning education agencies
o Austin ISD Food Services databaseo Waco ISD Food Services databaseo Tyler ISD Food Services database
• Hill Country Community Ministries Mobile Food Pantryo 12PM-2PM from March 30-May 11
• Hope Food Pantry Deliveryo Stay Home, Stay Healthy grocery delivery program for those
experiencing a food crisis due to COVID-19• Meals on Wheels Texas
o Statewide meal provider search engine
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Housing Information
Emergency Rental AssistanceTravis County Family Support Services Division
(512) 267-3245Austin Texas Health and Human Services Department (HHSD)
(512)-972-5011Austin Housing Authority Rent GrantText HACA RENT to (512) 400-4275Catholic Charities of Central Texas
(512) 651-6100Tyler-Area Rent Assistance Database
(641)715-3900 Ext. 190247Waco-Area Rent Assistance Database
(641)715-3900 Ext. 190247
Legal ResourcesTexas Rio Grande Legal Aid: legal aid resources
for low income families
Volunteer Legal Services: Pro bono legal services for low income families and individuals
Texas Law Help: Know Your Rights information
Austin Tenants Council: Provides information on tenant’s rights
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Utilities Assistance
•Austin Energy and Water: Customer assistance program discounts for displaced families and individuals. Customer Care Call Center- (512)494-9400
•City of Austin Utilities Financial Support Plus 1 Program: Provides assistance to customers who are having financial difficulties and are unable to pay their utility bill due to unexpected emergencies
•City of Tyler Water Utilities: Provides links to City of Tyler resource information and external utilities FAQs•City of Waco Water Utilities: Call 299-CITY (2489) if you are experiencing financial difficulties during COVID-19 for
flexible payment options and arrangements
Electricity and Water
•Spectrum: free internet for 60 days to households with K-12 or college students who do not have a Spectrum subscription. To enroll call 1(844)488-8395
•AT&T: discount internet access and two months of free service to new Access customers who order by April 30, 2020. Eligibility based on income and households participating in National School Lunch Program/Head Start
Internet and Phone
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Family Services
Austin Diaper Bank: Diaper pick-up Fridays, 9:30-11:00AM at 8711 Burnet Road, Building B
Limit of 25 diapers per child, sizes 1-6 available
AGE of Central Texas: Virtual activities for caregivers and care recipients
Texas Workforce Commission- Subsidized Child Care Program: Essential information outlining the changes and availability of improved state childcare funding
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• Disaster Assistance Loans: Loans of up to $2 million for small businesses, private non-profits, homeowners and renters experiencing financial losses due to COVID-19
• Unemployment Benefits from Texas Workforce Commission: Available for individuals whose employment was affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. More information available at (800)939-6631, 8AM-6PM Monday-Friday
• Workforce Solutions Capital Area: Assistance in finding work• Goodwill Central Texas: Providing job help services virtually. Call
(512)637-7580 for more information
Employment Services
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Mental Health Resources
• Meadows Mental Health Policy Institute: Okay to Say campaigno Provides numerous websites
and organizations that aid caretakers/partners in supporting an individual during the COVID-19 pandemic. Includes KidZone section as well
- Okay to Say Campaign Homepage
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Mental Health Resources
• CDC: Stress and Copingo Includes signs to look out for, coping
mechanisms and helpful resources to reduce stress/anxiety during the pandemic
• Harvard Health Publishing: Coping with Coronavirus Anxietyo Provides tools to help an individual
recognize and cope with their anxiety as well as providing aspects of a daily routine that can be improved or skipped to reduce anxious feelings
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Mental Health Resources
• Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)o Fact sheet provides support for
those in recovery from substance abuse by explaining key pandemic-related terms, highlighting feelings and thoughts that an individual may experience and providing coping mechanisms to support oneself during this time
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Mental Health Resources
• Resources directed to aid parents/caretakers in explaining COVID-19 to children and how to alleviate any stress that the child may be feeling
o National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN)
o Child Mind Instituteo National Association of School
Psychologists (NASP)
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• Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) COVID-19 Mental Health Services Informationo Provides service map for 37 local mental health authorities and 2 local
behavioral health authorities in communities across Texas• Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) Facility Locator
by Texas Countyo Provides public resources by Texas County
• Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) Provider Information for COVID-19o Has an updated website of what resources are open or closed during the
pandemic
Mental Health Resources
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Physical Activity at Home for Cancer Survivors
LIVESTRONG: HOME WORKOUTS BY TYPE
ONCOLINK: EXERCISES WITH VIDEOS
YOUTUBE: YOGA WITH ADRIENE
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• CancerCare.org “The New Coronavirus (COVID-19) Guidelines for People Coping with Cancero Link to recording
• The New York Academy of Sciences- “What You Need to Know About the New Coronavirus”o Link to recording
• CancerCare.org: Link to Upcoming Connect Workshops• National Breast Cancer Coalition: Advocate Leadership
Summito Virtual seminar to gain information on breast cancer treatment,
groundbreaking research, and the tools for advocacy in the modern climate.
o Link to registration
Webinars
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For Healthcare Providers
• National Comprehensive Cancer Care Network: Coronavirus Disease 2019 Resources for the Cancer Care Communityo Provides documents and recommendations developed by NCCN Member Institutions for use
by oncology providers during the COVID-19 pandemic• American Society of Clinical Oncology: COVID-19 Patient Care Information
o Provide space where cancer survivors may submit questions concerning their care during the pandemic. Has many resources available to ease anxiety, locate providers, and more
• National Center for Complex Health and Social Needs: Supporting Complex Care Teams during the COVID-19 Pandemico Community forum presentation outlining the potential impacts and effects of the COVID-19
pandemic on complex care teams. Emphasis is placed on how the community may mediate these future challenges
• Patient Navigator Training Collaborative: COVID-19 Resourceso Webinars, publications, training manuals, and support systems for health care workers and
navigators dealing with COVID-19 and its predicted aftermath
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Delivery Services
Prescription Delivery:Instacart
CVS Pharmacy
Walgreens Pharmacy
Walmart Pharmacy
Food Delivery:GrubHub
DoorDash
Favor (Texas only)
Gopuff(convenience store
items only)
Shipit
UberEats
Postmates
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Publications
Livestrong Foundation Blog: Tips and Tools for Living with Cancer during COVID-19
National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship: Coronavirus and Cancer Resources for Survivors
Cancer support Community: What Cancer Patients, Survivors, and Caregivers Need to Know about the Coronavirus
Cancer Updates, Research and Education: How to Navigate Cancer in the Wake of the COVID-19 Pandemic
Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Screenings Suggestions: COVID-19
The Komen Connection: Live Blog Updates for Breast Cancer Patients and Survivors
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This document will be amended as resources & needs within the
community change.
Last updated May 7, 2020