Caregivers of Loved Ones with Leukemia and Lymphoma

If you are a family member or close friend of a person diagnosed with leukemia or lymphoma, you may very well be helping to provide for his or her daily care. A caregiver is someone who gives basic care to a person with a medical condition that prevents the patient from independently conducting the activities of daily living. Caregiving for a leukemia or lymphoma patient may mean helping the person with bathing, dressing, preparing and eating meals, taking medicine, attending doctor’s appointments, paying bills, and attending to other tasks of daily living.

Leukemia and lymphoma is challenging not only to the patient, but also for loved ones helping the patient with their daily care. Caregivers also deserve care, support, and resources. These pages are intended to provide information and resources to help care for your loved one and yourself, too.

Caregiving Tips
Where to Turn for Help
How to Cope
Taking Care of Your Loved One’s Needs

This Web site is sponsored by the law firm of Baron & Budd, P.C. Please understand that the information provided is not legal advice, but is simply offered as a resource to help you learn about leukemia, lymphoma and benzene.

Benzene can cause leukemia and lymphoma and other blood cancers and disorders. If you have been diagnosed with leukemia or lymphoma cancer and would like information about your legal rights, please call us at 800-946-9646 or e-mail us at

Please also visit our glossary for helpful definitions of medical terms relating to the diagnosis and treatment of leukemia and lymphoma.