We serve New Mexicans affected by cancer and ensure that access to treatment is possible. Throughout the northern part of the state, most cancer patients must travel to Santa Fe to receive treatment. This may not be affordable, especially when treatment is administered over a period of days or weeks.

Many cancer patients throughout Northern New Mexico rely on us for mileage reimbursement, overnight lodging, grocery cards, and support groups. Without access to these important services, many would endure extreme financial hardship, or even forgo treatment all together.

We understand that a cancer diagnosis can be overwhelming. We’re here to help.

Services available based on financial need

Travel to Treatment Mileage Reimbursement

Most cancer patients throughout northern New Mexico must travel to Santa Fe for treatment, which may cause significant financial hardship or may not be affordable at all.  We provide mileage reimbursement to qualifying patients.

Overnight Lodging

Some patients are required to travel significant distances to get through a course of treatment, and roundtrip travel isn’t always practical, advisable, or even possible. We provide qualified patients with overnight lodging next to the Regional Cancer Center so they can rest and focus on recovery.

Grocery Assistance

A cancer diagnosis often results in increased financial obligations and reduced wages. In order to ensure that nutritious foods aren’t cut from the family’s budget while patients undergo treatment, grocery assistance is provided to those who qualify.

Services available to all patients regardless of financial need

Support Groups

We offer several types of support groups to cancer patients and their loved ones. Whether newly diagnosed, newly recovered, dealing with a metastatic condition, or mourning the loss of a loved one, there is an experienced, licensed facilitator ready to welcome you into our support network.

Volunteer Support during Treatment

Trained volunteers (many who have been with us for 10 years or more) are available to assist patients with basic comforts while undergoing chemotherapy. They may provide warm pillows and blankets, snacks and beverages, or are happy to keep you company (or leave you alone) based on how you’re feeling.

Community Resource Information

In addition to the services offered by our organization, other community resources may be available to you. Based on your unique circumstances, our Patient Services Coordinator may be able to help you identify additional types of support.

Apply for Assistance

Mileage reimbursement, overnight lodging, grocery and emergency assistance are offered to qualified patients based on financial need. To be eligible for these services, you must meet the following criteria:

  • You have received a cancer diagnosis and are undergoing treatment in Santa Fe.
  • You are a resident of New Mexico and at least 18 years of age
  • Your documented income is at or below 300% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines as outlined in the Patient Assistance Eligibility Application.

Click below to down load the application. Once completed, there are 3 ways to submit:

  1. Email to [email protected] 
  2. Fax to (505) 955-7003
  3. Mail to:
    Cancer Foundation for New Mexico
    Attn: Caroline Owen
    PO Box 5038
    Santa Fe, NM 87502
Apply for Assistance
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Meet Caroline Owen

Patient Services and Volunteer Coordinator

Caroline holds a Masters of Social Work degree from the University of Canterbury in New Zealand. She has been working in the field of social work for over 20 years, and has been working with patients served by the Cancer Foundation for New Mexico for 11 years. Caroline processes applications for assistance, determines eligibility, and provides one-on-one support to cancer patients to ensure access to treatment.

Questions?
Contact Caroline Owen at (505) 955-7931 x. 403 or email [email protected].

Over 21 Years of Service

2,504

Patient & Caregiver Support Group Participants

5,669,201

Travel to Treatment Miles Reimbursed

11,560

Lodging Nights

303,421

Nutritious Meals

Testimonials

“As a caregiver, if I didn’t have the support group program I don’t think I would have made it as far as I have. The sharing they do let’s you know that you’re not the only one going through this.”
“I know the cancer journey personally and through family members and friends so I understand how the stress and difficulty will increase if a patient must tackle it with limited or no resources. The Cancer Foundation for New Mexico is true to its mission to help save lives. That’s why they get my dollars”
It’s overwhelming when cancer enters your life and changes it forever. People who have never experienced having cancer in their lives can’t fully understand what it is like.”
“Your kindness and friendly help were a definite part of my recovery! Because of you and others I didn’t feel alone while fighting to get well. Thanks so much for everything you did for me.”
“Thank you for making the challenges of radiation treatment easier. We are very appreciative of all you do for us and others who are undergoing cancer treatments. You are needed in our community.”

Christine

Patient

Robert

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Teresa

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Peter

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Nancy

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Join Our Amazing Team Of Volunteers

CFFNM is a volunteer-supported organization and we need your help!
There are many ways you can volunteer to help cancer patients and families that need help.

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