Cancer Survivors Network Update

CSNSupportTeam

We want to thank you for being a part of the Cancer Survivors Network community. Survivors and caregivers like you have played a unique role in fostering an online environment that encourages connection among those needing support, community, and education. The American Cancer Society has been proud to offer this resource as a way to share interests, tips, and experiences, and we value the broader role we play in ensuring that those impacted by cancer can access the support and information they need.

We have heard your feedback, as well as input from individuals who have chosen not to use the platform, and it has helped guide our evaluation of the online community.

Over the past several years, usage and participation has steadily decreased. To meet the expectations of today’s online communities, additional resources and more advanced capabilities are needed to improve the user experience and maintain the level of trust and support constituents expect from an American Cancer Society program.

With that in mind, we have made the difficult decision to discontinue the Cancer Survivors Network on May 28, 2026, but support for people impacted by cancer is not going away. Through the ACS CARES mobile app, people with cancer and caregivers can access personalized cancer information and virtually connect with trained peer support volunteers who share the same cancer experience and background. Also, survivors and caregivers interested in providing support to others can sign up to volunteer for ACS CARES through the Volunteer Community.

If additional assistance is needed, we also encourage you to utilize other American Cancer Society programs and services, including...

• 24/7 Cancer HelplineOur 24/7 cancer helpline provides support for people dealing with cancer. We can connect you with trained cancer helpline specialists who will answer questions about cancer and connect you with resources to help meet your needs throughout your cancer journey.Call us at 1-800-227-2345
• CaringBridge (American Cancer Society partner)A free online tool that helps individuals facing cancer stay connected with family, friends, and their support network.

Thank you for being part of this community and for the support you’ve given one another over the years. Our commitment to supporting you throughout your cancer journey remains at the heart of everything we do.

If you have any questions, you can reply to this message or contact CSNSupportTeam@cancer.org.

Thank you,

Your CSN Support Team