Local Resources

Taking care of our loved ones during a cancer diagnosis can be a difficult and emotional journey. Sometimes it helps to have someone who has been on a similar journey to talk to.

Locally (Black Hawk County and surrounding counties) social workers at the cancer centers are available to offer support and resources.

UnityPoint Allen Community Cancer Center- 319-233-2701
MercyOne Cancer Center- 319-272-2816

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Online Resources

Imerman Angels
Free one-on-one support for patients with all types of cancers and/or caregivers. Patients/caregivers are matched with someone who has been on a similar journey. Communication with your support person can happen by email, phone, video chat, instant messaging, in person, etc. As a patient/caregiver, you determine how frequently you have contact with your support person. Register by phone at 312-273-1308 or online at Find Mentor Angel | Imerman Angels

American Cancer Society
A cancer diagnosis affects close friends and family too. Find out what to expect if you become a caregiver for a person with cancer, and get tips for making sure that you take care of yourself as well.
Phone: 1-800-ACS-2345 (1-800-227-2345)
Website: Cancer Caregiver Support | American Cancer Society

National Cancer Institute
In addition to authoritative information about each type of cancer, NCI provides information to help you care for the cancer patient in your life — and yourself. 
Current information and materials on all cancer issues
Phone: 1-800-4-CANCER (1-800-422-6237)
Website: Caregivers of Cancer Patients - NCI

CancerCare
CancerCare provides free, professional support services for caregivers and loved ones, as well as caregiving information and additional resources.
Phone: 800‑813‑HOPE (4673)
Website: Caregiving for Cancer Patients | Support Services

Family Caregiver Alliance
Support for families and friends who are caregivers
Phone: 1-800-445-8106
Website: Home

Caregiver Action Network
Information, education, and support for caregivers
Phone: 1-202-772-5050
Website: Caregiver Action Network: Resources for Family Caregivers