For brain tumor information and resources, call ABTA CareLine at 800-886-2282 or email info@abta.org
Educational Services:
- View all ABTA educational brochures (tumor types & treatments) online.
- ABTA Patient & Family Meetings – free virtual events, designed for brain tumor patients, caregivers and their loved ones to learn, gain support and build a community o Watch previous meeting recordings.
- ABTA National Conference – The only advocacy led annual educational conference specifically designed for patients, survivors, and caregivers that brings together the entire brain tumor community.
- ABTA Webinars – click to view upcoming topics and register
- View all previous ABTA Webinars, Meetings, and National Conferences on their YouTube channel.
Social & Emotional Support Services:
- Support Group Locator – find online and in-person support groups in your area
- Patient & Caregiver Mentor Support – connect one-on-one with a mentor who has been through a similar brain tumor experience
- Connections – online brain tumor support community
- Treatment Center Guide - a database that provides detailed information about a variety of brain tumor treatment centers across the U.S.
Caregiver Resources: The ABTA recognizes that caregiving for a loved one with a brain tumor can be challenging. Our website has some great resources for caregivers:
Financial Aid Resources:
- ABTA Financial Assistance Program, Glenn Garcelon Fund- exists to help ease the financial burden caused by Central Nervous System (CNS) tumors. To learn more and apply for assistance, please download this online application.
- Financial Assistance – list of organizations that offer limited financial assistance to patients diagnosed with brain tumor or other cancers
Clinical Trials/Nurse Navigation:
- Brain Tumor Network (BTN) - provides social work and nurse navigation services, including clinical trial matching.