We have compiled this information to help you quickly find contacts for charitable organizations, support groups and programs, plus transportation and lodging options.
This page has information for patients of Crossroads Cancer Center and our satellite clinics in Flora, Olney, and Vandalia, IL.
If you prefer to print a copy of this information, click the link for the printable PDF version:
CCSI Crossroads Cancer Center – Effingham – Patient Resource Guide
One-On-One Support
Patient Advocate/Counselor
Shannon L. Nail, LCPC, provides support to patients, their families, and their caregivers by assisting with physical, emotional, spiritual, informational, practical and social concerns related to a cancer or hematology diagnosis.
Cancer Care Center of Decatur
210 W. McKinley Ave., Suite 1 – Decatur, IL 62526
(217) 329-3255
CCSI Effingham – Nurse Navigator
(217) 342-2066
Charitable Organizations & Support Groups
American Cancer Society
675 E. Linton Avenue
Springfield, IL 62703
Toll Free: (800) 252-5302
Fear Nothing Cancer Support
P.O. Box 453
Effingham, IL 62401
(217) 649-1419
www.fearnothing.life
Catholic Charities
1502 East Fayette Avenue
Effingham, IL 62401
(217) 857-1458
Effingham County FISH Human Services
708 S. Linden Street
P.O. Box 473
Effingham, IL 62401
(217) 342-2200
HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital
Cancer Support Services (Support Group)
701 W. Temple
Effingham, IL 62401
(217) 347-1777
Effingham County
Transportation Information
Central Illinois Public Transit/Rides Mass Transit District
1 (855) 755-2478
Lyft: Download the Lyft smartphone app and sign up to request a ride. lyft.com
Uber: Download the Uber smartphone app and sign up to request a ride. uber.com
Programs
Look Good Feel Better:
A public service program that teaches beauty techniques to cancer patients to help them manage the appearance-related side effects of cancer treatment. Look Good Feel Better online group programs are open to all women with cancer who are undergoing chemotherapy, radiation, or other forms of treatment. Registration is required.
www.lookgoodfeelbetter.org
American Cancer Society Personal Health Managers:
A free personal health manager kit is available to help you learn about your cancer and organize your health information. 1 (800) 227-2345
American Cancer Society – Lodging Assistance:
Provides complimentary or reduced cost accommodations to cancer patients who must travel for treatment. Based on eligibility. Subject to availability. For more information, call 1 (800) 227-2345 or visit www.cancer.org.
SafeLink Phone
Provides eligible consumers with a cell phone. The SafeLink /Lifeline program is available to eligible consumers in selected states and territories. Actual requirements vary by state, but in general to qualify for Lifeline, subscribers must either have an income that is at or below 135% of the federal Poverty Guidelines or participate in one of the following assistance programs: Medicaid, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Food Stamps, Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Federal Public Housing Assistance (Section 8), Veterans and Survivors Pension Benefit.
For enrollment and plan changes support:
PO Box 220009 – Milwaukie, OR 97269-0009
1-800-Safelink (723-3546) EST.
www.safelinkwireless.com
Support Near Me
People living with cancer can find local resources for housing, food, transportation, and more.
SupportNearMe.com
Local Hotel Accommodations
Holiday Inn Express
1604 West Fayette Avenue – Effingham, IL 62401
(217) 994-9949
We have a corporate rate of 15% off* per night, plus taxes. When you book, you must let them know you are a patient at Crossroads Cancer Center to get the special rate.
*Corporate rate available to patients undergoing
treatments, doctor visits and/or testing.
Clay County Hospital Medical Clinic
Flora – Clay County Area
Charitable Organizations & Support Groups
Clay County Cancer Crusaders
Nancy Mills
Flora, IL 62839
(618) 662-9592
Wayne County Residents
Dennis Scranton Memorial Fund
(618) 842-2196
Carle Richland Memorial Hospital
Olney – Jasper County Area
Charitable Organizations & Support Groups
Jasper County Cancer Support
P.O. Box 333
Newton, IL 62448
Transportation
Rides Mass Transit District
(618) 395- 1272
Sarah Bush Lincoln Fayette County Hospital
Vandalia – Fayette County Area
Charitable Organizations & Support Groups
Fayette County Cancer Fund
P.O. Box 84 – Vandalia, IL 62471
(618) 363-6819
Fax: (618) 283-7245
(Janet Elam, Secretary)
Transportation
Rides Mass Transit District:
• Fayette County: (618) 755-2478
• Bond County: (618) 664-9844
• Montgomery County: (800) 289-5289
• Effingham County: (866) 389-7536
Please ask our staff about local support groups.