Disease-Specific Resources for Caregiver Support
Cancer
(319) 558-4876
This local resource provides patient-centered care that focuses on support services to all cancer patients and their loved ones. This includes help for all family members and other loved ones who provide care and support for the person living with cancer.
Emotional support services for patients and their families focus on the unique needs of:
- Family caregivers
- Children and teens
- Communication within the family
American Cancer Society Complete Guide to Family Caregiving: The Essential Guide to Cancer Caregiving at home. View the American Cancer Society's
Caregiver Support Video Series.
Cancer Care
(800) 813-4673
Offers free professional support services, including telephone counseling, online support groups and educational materials to individuals with cancer and their caregivers.
Cancer Support Community
(888) 793-9355
Provides support for those living with cancer and their loved ones. Offers online support groups led by professionals.
Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS or Lou Gehrig's Disease)
ALS Association, Iowa Chapter
(515) 369-2572
Provides local care services to help patients and families living with ALS. The ALS Association has an equipment loan program, monthly support groups and multidisciplinary ALS Clinics.
Muscular Dystrophy Association
(319) 393-8905
Provides an ALS Clinic, support groups, equipment loan program, online community, financial assistance for equipment repairs and tips for family caregivers.
Alzheimer's Disease and Related Dementias
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
COPD Foundation
(866) 316-2673
Provides educational materials and an online social network to answer questions and provide resources for caregivers.
Heart Disease
Parkinson's Disease