Cancer Services of New Mexico

Family Cancer Resource Bags - Statewide distribution of free information kits that help newly diagnosed parents and their children aged 3-18 cope with the impacts of cancer in their family. This is one of the only programs in our state specifically focusing on the needs of the children of cancer survivors.

Legal, Insurance, and Paperwork Assistance (LIPA) - Free clinics and tools to help NM's cancer patients/survivors and their loved ones manage the complex legal, insurance, and paperwork issues that accompany a cancer diagnosis. This is the only program in our state, and one of the few in the U.S., providing comprehensive assistance with these issues. We typically serve about 500 people per year through this program, and have helped clients access approximately $9,000,000 in medical, legal and financial benefits to date.

Family Cancer Retreats - Free, nationally recognized, three-day educational programs held twice each year that provide NM's adult cancer patients/survivors and their loved ones with tools and information they need to manage the treatment and survival process. Each retreat features 35-40 speakers, including 15+ physicians. Over 500 people from more than 200 New Mexican families attend each year, making this the largest general cancer education program in our state and the largest program of its type in the U.S. The entire program, including meals, lodging, and all educational sessions, is provided at no costs to participants. Our retreats are scheduled each year in April and September, in Albuquerque, NM.

Caregiver Support Program - Our newest program connects experienced caregivers with newer caregivers who are in need of advice and support. Developed based on a survey we conduced of 500+ cancer patients/survivors, which indicated a huge need for emotional support services for those caring for loved ones coping with cancer.