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Support Groups After Breast Cancer Support Group |
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This group welcomes women who are living with breast cancer. It offers a
monthly meeting featuring educational presentations. Offering support to
individuals and those affected by breast cancer.
Mercy Medical Plaza 540 E Jefferson Iowa City, IA 52245 Meets in the McAuley Rm., 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm, 2nd Thursday No Program Fees Contact - Mercy on Call, (319) 358-2767 |
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| The Breakfast Club |
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Meets monthly for morning coffee and information sharing. Offering support
to individuals and those affected by prostate cancer. University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics 200 Hawkins Dr Iowa City, IA 52242 Meets at 5970 Pappa John Pavilion. [Take elevator 1 to 5th Fl.] 9:30 am, 4th Friday [except during the months of November and December will meet on the 3rd Friday]. (Does not meet in Aug.) Contact - Caralee Sueppel, (319) 683-2739 |
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| Caring and Sharing |
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Caring and Sharing is for individuals living with cancer, their families and
support persons. If you are undergoing treatment, have completed treatment or
are supporting someone dealing with ongoing issues, this group will provide
an atmosphere to share your thoughts, feelings and concerns. Mercy Cancer Center 701 10th St SE Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52403 319-365-4673 or 800-642-6329 Fourth Tuesday of every month, 6:30 – 7:30 pm, Hall Radiation Center Lobby, Mercy Medical Center |
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| "Especially for You" |
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After Breast Cancer Support Group at Mercy Cancer Center Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52403 Phone: (319) 398-6452, (319) 365-4673 Meeting times: evening 4th Tuesday Type of group or groups: Women (or Men) With Breast Cancer, Support Group, Partners, Ongoing, No Special Population - All Are Welcome, Breast Cancer, and All Stages |
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| HOPE Cancer Support Group |
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This group provides friendship, support, and education for people living
with newly diagnosed or chronic cancer, their families and friends, and
interested professionals. Offering support to individuals and those affected
by cancer. Mercy Hospital / Iowa City 500 E Market St Iowa City, IA 52245 Meets on 1st floor conference room next to the chapel, 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm, 2nd Monday Contact - Mercy on Call, (319) 358-2767 |
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| Kids Count, Too! |
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When a parent, a grandparent, or other family member is diagnosed with cancer,
the entire family is affected. This is a series of five classes for kids age
4-12, designed to provide a gentle and supportive atmosphere in which children
can learn to cope with their feelings. Mercy Cancer Center 701 10th St SE Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52403 319-398-6452 Program is offered as needed. |
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| The Unbroken Circle |
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An active support group for women that provides educational and supportive activities. University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics 200 Hawkins Dr Iowa City, IA 52242 Meets on the 4th floor of Clinical Cancer Center. 7:00 pm, 4th Tuesday (unless a holiday) [Will not meet in June, July, and August] Contact - Jean Arndt; Annie Fleagle; Michelle Hostetter, (319) 384-7931 |
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| US Too |
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An education and support group specifically created for men with prostate
cancer. Meetings provide current information presented by specialists in
various fields related to prostate cancer, such as surgery, radiation, medicine
and nutrition. Open to all prostate cancer survivors and their support persons. Mercy Caner Center 701 10th St SE Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52403 319-398-6265 or 800-642-6329 |
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| Woman to Woman |
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A support group for women who have experienced breast cancer. Meetings may
include presentations, guest speakers or discussions that explore healing of
the body, mind and spirit. St. Luke’s Women’s Care Medical Plaza 855 A Ave NE, Suite 400 Educational Classroom Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52402 319-369-7216 Second Thursday of the month, 5:15 to 7:00 pm |
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Online Support Groups|
American Cancer Society Cancer Survivors Network
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Online support with chat rooms, tools to create personal messages and suggestions
for coping during the cancer journey. Pre-recorded talk shows on various subjects
can be listened to at 1-877-333-4673 also part of the CSN. Webcasts and an e-mail
newsletter are available to all registered members. (Free)
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The Association of Cancer Online Resources (ACOR)
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ACOR is a not-for-profit group that hosts free support listservs. Register for
nonsmall cell, small cell, or bronchioalveolar (BAC) lung cancer groups.
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Lung Cancer Survivors for Change
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Created and edited by lung cancer survivor Estrea Janoson. This site features
message boards and encourages activism.
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The Wellness Community
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Offers general cancer support groups online. Limited to 8 participants, the
groups meet weekly for an hour and a half. Free registration.
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More information... |
Click for the The American Cancer Society or call 1-800-ACS-2345. |
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Click for the The American Gastroenterological Association or call 1-847-290-9184. |
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Click for the The American Lung Association or call American Lung Association's National Office at 212-315- 8700. |
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Click for the The CaP Cure (The Association for the Cure of Cancer of the Prostate) or call 1-800-757-CURE. |
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Click for the The Holden Comprehensive Cancer Center or call the Cancer Information Service at 1-800-237-1225. |
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Click for the Johnson County Public Health or call 319-356-6040. |
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Click for the Mercy Iowa City Cancer Care or call Mercy’s Education Office at 319-339-3670 or call Cancer Care of Iowa City at 319-339-3917. |
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Click for the The National Cancer Institute or call the Cancer Information Service at 1-800-4-CANCER. |
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Click for the The Skin Cancer Foundation or call 1-800-SKIN-490 (1-800-754-6490). |
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Click for the The Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation or call the National Breast Care Helpline at 1-800-I’M AWARE (1-800-462-9273). |
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Click for the The U.S. Preventative Services Task Force |
