Resources and Support for Families
Information and encouragement for families facing genetic concerns
Many local and national resources are available to help your family cope with a genetic condition or concern. In addition to the services your genetic counselor provides, the following resources can help.
Local Resources
For a list of local support groups, click here.
National Resources
Susan G. Komen for the Cure
www.komen.org
(972) 855-1600
FORCE: Facing Our Risk of Cancer Empowered
www.facingourrisk.org
(954) 255-8732
National Cancer Institute
www.cancer.gov
1-800-4-CANCER (1-800-422-6237)
National Society of Genetic Counselors
www.nsgc.org
(312) 321-6834
The Wellness Community
www.thewellnesscommunity.org
(202) 659-9709
Note: Affinity Health System is not responsible for the content contained in the web sites listed above.
Insurance Information
For answers to frequently asked questions about genetic counseling and insurance coverage, click here.
If you think genetic counseling is right for you, talk to your primary care doctor about a referral to the Affinity Genetic Counseling program.
