Support For People With Oral And Head And Neck Cancer (SPOHNC)
Non-profit OrganizationsNew York, United States2-10 Employees
Support For People With Oral And Head And Neck Cancer (SPOHNC) is a nonprofit organization focused on raising awareness and addressing the needs of individuals affected by oral and head and neck cancers. Based in Locust Valley, New York, the group provides resources and publications for patients, caregivers, survivors, and friends, including an outreach program with numerous chapter support groups across the United States and a volunteer network that connects patients with survivors according to diagnosis and treatment. Established in 1991 by a survivor, SPOHNC operates within the nonprofit sector and emphasizes informational materials such as treatment basics, side effects, nutrition guidance, and psychosocial topics through its publications and resources. The organization serves primarily patients and their support networks, aiming to improve access to information and peer connections during the cancer journey.