Cancer Support Services

Cancer Support Services

Programs and Services offered by HOPI Cancer Support Services

Breast and Cervical Screening Program
Colorectal Cancer Screening Program
Cancer Assistance Fund
Partnership for Native American Cancer Prevention

Breast and Cervical Screening Program

The Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening Program provides breast and cervical cancer screening services to women in the Hopi community. Upon enrollment in the program, participants will be provided with transportation to and from appointments, case management for those that need additional follow-up, and health education on breast and cervical cancer.

All women living on or near the Hopi Reservation are eligible for Breast and Cervical Cancer Screening Services.

Breast cancer screening is provided to women age 40 years and older and/or those with symptoms. Cervical cancer screening is provided to women age 21 years and older.

Colorectal Cancer Screening Program

Screening program provides colorectal cancer screening to individuals in the community. Participants in the screening program are provided health education on colorectal cancer, outreach and recruitment for colorectal cancer screening, case management, and transportation to and from appointments.

Colorectal Cancer Screening services are provided to individuals who are 50 years of age and older.

Cancer Assistance Fund

The purpose of the Hopi Cancer Assistance Fund (HCAF) is to provide monetary support to assist with gas, meals, and lodging up to $600.00 per year to cancer patients.

Clients may also choose to learn more about the Radiation Compensation Program and may apply for compensation to the government based on the type of cancer they have and if they meet the criteria. Support group sessions are also held monthly and are open to cancer survivors and their family members.

This program is available to all cancer patients who are currently undergoing treatment for cancer.

Partnership for Native American Cancer Prevention

The Native American Cancer Prevention (NACP) program provides cancer education to all Hopi and surrounding Navajo communities. NACP works with schools, families, and health centers to provide a basic understanding of cancer through 1-on-1 consultations or group presentations.

Although the cancer education provided is geared specifically for Native American populations, anyone who is interested in learning about cancer is invited to attend educational sessions.