American Cancer Society
1120 South Goodman St., Rochester, NY 14620
24/7 Cancer helpline: 800-227-2345
Offers a multitude of services for those who have or have had cancer, along with information on the disease, its treatment, and its prevention. In addition, the nonprofit helps patients, their family members and others who have been impacted by cancer find one-to-one and group support, financial assistance with transportation costs and pain medication costs, and temporary housing for those in treatment.
Breast Cancer Coalition
1048 University Ave., Rochester, NY 14526
585-473-8177
The Breast Cancer Coalition is the only full-scope, independently-operated organization focused on serving breast and gynecologic cancer survivors in Central and Western New York regions. We are a community-based, grassroots organization dedicated to eradicating breast cancer through research and advocacy. Our supportive and educational programs are available to breast and gynecologic cancers survivors. We are a diverse group of breast and gynecologic cancer activists, survivors, warriors, and advocates. All programs and services we offer are free of charge.
Cancer Support Community at Gilda’s Club
Formerly Gilda’s Club Rochester
255 Alexander St., Rochester, NY 14607
585-423-9700
A welcoming community that provides free support for the adults, teens and children who are living with cancer, and for their families and friends.
Embrace Your Sisters
PO Box 322, Canandaigua, NY 14424
585-624-9690
Facebook.com/EmbraceYourSisters
Embrace Your Sisters (EYS) has a mission to provide short-term emergency financial support for people with breast cancer. The nonprofit organization fills a unique niche in breast cancer services by providing this support to residents within 13 counties, assisting with their daily living bills.
13thirty Cancer Connect
1000 Elmwood Ave., Rochester, NY 14620
585-563-6221
Offers the support, resources, advocacy services and recreational opportunities that help teens and young adults live with cancer.
Source: 2025 Rochester Healthcare Guide