Brain Tumor Information and Services - American Brain Tumor Association

8550 West Bryn Mawr Avenue, Suite 550, Chicago, IL 60631

Eligibility

Open to all individuals affected by brain tumors, their families, and professionals

Hours

8:30 am - 5 pm Monday - Friday CST messages may be left

(800)886-2282

Voice

(773)577-8750

Voice

(773)577-8738

Fax

https://www.abta.org/

[email protected]

Application process

Call or visit website

Service area

Description

Offers the following services: - ABTA CommYOUnity, a nationwide volunteer network - ABTA CommYOUnity Connect, a peer-to-peer mentorship program - Care Consultants are available through CareLine to answer questions - Comprehensive online resources on the website - "Connections" online support group and message board forum - Educational programming, including patient/family conferences, meetings, and "Anytime Learning" webinars - Funding for brain tumor research at institutions throughout the United States and Canada - "MyCaringLink" personalized online caregiver support tool - Monthly e-news and bi-annual headlines newsletter - Nationwide listings of brain tumor support groups on website (click on "Care and Treatment", "Support and Resources", then "Support Groups") - Publications on tumor types and treatments, available in print or for download (Spanish available) - Social networking via Facebook and Twitter - "TrialConnect" clinical trial matching service

Last assured

09/04/2025

What's Here

Web Based Discussion Groups/Live Chat Brain Tumors Printed/Printable Materials Disease/Disability Information Patient to Patient Networking Specialized Information and Referral Funding Health/Disability Related Support Groups Support Group Clearinghouses Workshops/Symposiums Information Clearinghouses

Providing organization

American Brain Tumor Association

Funds brain tumor research and provides outreach to patients and caregivers coping with a brain tumor diagnosis. Provides information and education for patients, families, and healthcare professionals.