Caregivers & Loved Ones
Caring for someone with prostate cancer can be very difficult. You are not alone.

The term "caregiver" describes the informal, unpaid role of taking care of a loved one with a serious disease or disability. Caregivers can be friends or family of someone with prostate cancer. They may take on many roles. When someone you love is diagnosed with prostate cancer, you may find that you quickly have to become an information specialist, financial advisor, medical translator, and a source for emotional support. ZERO celebrates the role you play and respects what you do to support your loved one with prostate cancer.
Caregiver Guide
ZERO's Caregiver Guide was developed with support and insight from caregivers of prostate cancer patients. It provides a wealth of information on prostate cancer treatment and side effects, self care tips, resources, and more.

Caregiving at the time of diagnosis
A prostate cancer diagnosis can be scary. There are usually no symptoms at the time of diagnosis, so hearing the words ‘you have prostate cancer’ may be a shock. It is okay to let yourself be upset and fearful. Let your loved one take the time he needs to work through the news while you provide support.
Caregiver Support Groups
You provide emotional support to your loved one, but his journey can be tough on you, too. Consider finding emotional support for yourself in the form of a friend, counselor, or support group. There are many services and programs available to help caregivers. We encourage you to take advantage of these resources for yourself.
A Forum for Her
Attendees: Caregivers, family, partners
Location: National (U.S.) – Virtual
Meetings: Monthly, fourth Monday of each month
Time: 7:00 p.m. ET
Leader: Mary Porter
A Forum for Her
Attendees: Caregivers, family, partners
Location: National (U.S.) – Virtual
Meetings: Varies
Time: Varies
Leader: Terri Likowski

Conversations with caregivers: A town hall
Caregivers play a pivotal role in the prostate cancer journey. ZERO’s Vice President of Patient Programs and Education, Shelby Moneer and a panel of caregivers engage in a casual conversation, sharing their experiences.
Additional resources
There are so many wonderful resources for caregivers, both at ZERO and beyond.
American Association of Retired People (AARP)
A guide designed to help develop and implement a caregiving plan for a loved one or friend which includes tips for organizing important documents; a roundup of federal and national resources; information on caring for yourself; and checklists, medication charts and contact lists.
CancerCare
Find online, telephone, and face-to-face support groups led by oncology social workers. You will also find one-hour workshops focused on caregiving, as well as monthly question and answer sessions with featured experts.
Cancer Support Community
Offers tips and resources for caregiving as well as an online, password protected support group.
CaringBridge
A free service where you can provide updates to family and friends.
Family Caregiver Alliance
Their family care navigator can help you find a variety of resources in your state, including services and government programs, disease-specific organizations, legal help, and general information.
Help for Cancer Caregivers
A resource on all aspects of the caregiver journey, including burnout and stress, finding help, dealing with practical matters, and self-care.
Imerman Angels
One-on-one peer support for cancer patients, survivors, and caregivers.
Lotsa Helping Hands
A free service where you can provide updates and get help from your private online community with meal deliveries, rides to appointments, and help with household chores.
Triage Cancer
Find resources for cancer caregivers on legal and practical matters like taking time off from work, managing family finances and medical bills, replacing lost wages, estate planning, and other matters.