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Surviving cancer

A cancer survivor is a person who has been diagnosed with cancer, from the time of diagnosis throughout their life. As of January 1, 2020, there were roughly 205,630 cancer survivors in Colorado. You can learn more about cancer survivorship on the American Cancer Society website.
 

Cancer survivorship resources

  • Learn more about staying active, eating well, and surviving cancer.
  • Explore financial resources for help with medical costs and daily living costs. 
  • The American Cancer Society website can help you find support services in your area.
  • Colorado Cancer Coalition Resource Directory is a statewide support resource for people diagnosed with cancer and those who care for them.
  • Use the Colorado Cancer Coalition’s support groups webpage to find a local cancer survivor support group.
  • The American Society of Clinical Oncology developed two forms to help you create a cancer survivorship plan.
  • The Cancer Support Community website provides support for cancer patients, survivors, loved ones, and caregivers. 
  • Primary Care Providers can utilize the Caring for People After Cancer Treatment Tip Sheet to help guide their care of cancer survivors.
  • Visit the Colorado Cancer Coalition website to learn more about how you can get involved in cancer prevention and survivorship efforts across the state.