The long-term survivors email list:
Another valuable potential resource for friends and family members is the LT-SURVIVORS email list. The List is a way for survivors, their friends and family, and health care professionals to share information, advice and hope about the emotional and health issues associated with long term survivorship. The archives of the List can be searched, and questions may be posed to the group. While the list does not claim to offer medical advice, the insights and experiences of other survivors have often been invaluable in finding appropriate care.

Family or friends subscribe to the List for a variety of reasons. There are practical reasons why a family member or friend may be the primary link to the LT-SURVIVORS List, such as better internet access or more email expertise. In some cases, a friend or family member is the primary link because they are more comfortable interacting with the group, or more comfortable reading about potentially frightening information. Friends and family members benefit from the support and information provided by the group, and they also contribute to the group by providing important information and empathetic support.

How to join the long-term survivors email list:
The long-term survivors list can be found at www.acor.org. Click on "Mailing Lists", then "Survivorship Issues", and finally "LT-SURVIVORS".

When you join, you may also read through the message archives that will give you a feeling for what the group is all about and how it can help you. Also, check the e-mail addresses and biographies listed on this site for more information.