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Caring for someone diagnosed with breast cancer.

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A breast cancer diagnosis has far-reaching effects, extending to spouses, partners, family members, friends, or any combination of these. If you are one of these people, you may now find yourself in a new role: that of caregiver. As a caregiver, you play important part in the life of a person with breast cancer — from initial diagnosis throughout the journey. And, you know that caregivers provide critical assistance, but not as part of a paid position.

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Here, you’ll find information and resources to support you and the person in your life who has been diagnosed with breast cancer. You will also find practical tips for communicating with your loved one, ways to care for yourself at the same time, and inspiring stories from others in a similar role.

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Quick facts

  • Nearly 1 in 5 Americans are providing unpaid care to an adult with health or functional needs. (NAC, 2020)
  • An estimated 24% of Americans are caring for more than one person, and that rate is climbing. (NAC, 2020)
  • In the U.S., caregivers are 61% women and 39% are men. (NAC, 2020)
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On being a caregiver

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What to say
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Patience and resilience are not an easy task. Showing up and being there for each and every appointment. Support and love through the darkest of days. I want to thank every caretaker for their personal commitments and investment in a better quality of life.

Anonymous

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Reviewed and updated: July 8, 2025

Reviewed by: Kelly Grosklags, LICSW, BCD, FAAGC, FT

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Living Beyond Breast Cancer is a national nonprofit organization that seeks to create a world that understands there is more than one way to have breast cancer. To fulfill its mission of providing trusted information and a community of support to those impacted by the disease, Living Beyond Breast Cancer offers on-demand emotional, practical, and evidence-based content. For over 30 years, the organization has remained committed to creating a culture of acceptance — where sharing the diversity of the lived experience of breast cancer fosters self-advocacy and hope. For more information, learn more about our programs and services.