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Provides hope to cancer patients and their families. In June 2023, Gems of Hope and its programs joined the Nassif Community Cancer Center and St. Luke's Foundation. Both the Community Cancer Center and St. Luke's Foundation are committed to the mission of Gems of Hope and continuing its programs and fundraising efforts to benefit local cancer patients in Eastern Iowa.

Hospital and emergency department.

Cancer Care offering complete diagnostic and treatment methods, including surgery, chemotherapy, radiation therapy and biotherapy, screenings, hereditary risk assessments, cancer survivor events and support groups. Telephone: (402) 481-5400

Care Management Services counsel and help with arranging post-hospital care for patients and their family members. Telephone: (402) 481-8941

Center for Sleep Medicine where registered polysomnographic technologists conduct sleep evaluations for the diagnosis and treatment of problems such as sleep apnea and excessive snoring, narcolepsy, insomnia, night terrors, sleepwalking, and shift work adaptation. Telephone: (402) 481-9646

Conference Center for use by community groups meeting specific criteria based on limited availability. Catering is available, and fees are charged according to the room and services requested. Telephone: (402) 481-5646

Pastoral Care and educational programs to patients and their families. Telephone: (402) 481-5130

Urinary Incontinence Service is a confidential, individualized program which assists women with urinary stress incontinence to regain muscle control. Clients are given instruction in how to perform the Kegel technique, as well as the use of biofeedback-assisted muscle training to control stress or urgency incontinence. Other options include collagen injection, done by a urologist, to increase resistance for urinary leakage. Telephone: (402) 481-5629

Volunteers may begin service at the age of 14 and remain active for as long as they desire. Opportunities exist in over 90 areas at the medical center. For more information, call 402-481-3032.

Offers a wide range of cancer care services to those seeking cancer treatment. Services include both inpatient and outpatient cancer treatment, oncology, radiation and ancillary services. Support groups for those going through cancer treatment, and their family members, are available. Call to get more information on when and where support groups are offered.

Offering The GROW program which is based on education and support. Group meetings are held weekly and include monthly social activities as well as personal contact throughout the year.

People come to GROW with diverse problems in living, such as mental health issues, emotional troubles, or difficulty coping with grief, loneliness, depression, anger, anxiety, or stress. Through leadership, education and community building; individuals attending weekly group meetings are given the tools and support to help in recovery, prevention and personal growth.

All services and groups are anonymous and confidential.

Offers support groups for individuals living with epilepsy and their families.

Easterseals provides pediatric:

- Physical therapy.

- Behavioral Therapy (Social Worker).

- Mental Health(Social Worker).

- Mental Health Screenings.

- Aquatic therapy (summer only).

- Occupational therapy (summer only).

- Feeding Therapy (summer only).

- Summer Groups. - Autism lending library.

-Full Medical Autism Diagnostic Clinic.

-AAC Clinic.

-Seating and Mobility Clinic.

- English and Spanish Autism Parent Support Groups.

- Autism Newsletter English and Spanish.

Designated dual-diagnosis/co-occurring mental health & substance abuse treatment facility. Gateway is able to provide treatment to those with substance use disorder, with or without a mental health diagnosis.

Substance use treatment options vary by location, but may include:

-- Residential treatment.

-- Outpatient treatment.

-- Virtual addiction treatment.

-- Detoxification.

Services may include:

-- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT).

-- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).

-- Dilectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).

-- Co-Occuring Diagnosis/Dual Diagnosis Treatment.

-- Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT).

-- Mindfulness-Based Sobriety.

-- Motivational Interviewing (MI).

-- Recovery Support Groups.

-- Trauma-Responsive Treatment.

-- 12-Step Facilitation.

Offers assistance and support to people who have multiple sclerosis and those who care about them adjust to life with a chronic illness by providing emotional support, current information, counseling, advocacy, education, payee services and borrowed health equipment.

Alzheimer's Support Groups.

Allows individuals with brain injuries and their family members to meet others with similar experiences. The group offers valuable emotional support, information, and resources.

Offers individualized services and supports to families who have a child with a developmental disability or other special needs. Offering to assist families in understanding systems of support that are often fragmented and difficult to access. Provides, information and referrals, respite services, parenting skills classes, support groups and social opportunities.

Education, early detection, diagnosis, treatment, rehabilitation, supportive care, follow-up care, and terminal care.

Breast Health Center offers comprehensive treatment and screening.

Cancer support groups.

Support groups available for mindfulness meditation, anxiety, smoking cessation, and overeating.

Support group providing education and wellness counseling for those diagnosed with diabetes.

- CAREGIVER AND SELF-CARE HUDDLES: These 30-minute retreats are a relaxing and rejuvenating pause for survivors and caregivers. Learn to find inner calm and a connection to others. Caregiver Huddle meets every Wednesday morning on Zoom, Self-Care Huddle meets early evening on Tuesdays on Zoom.

- COMPANION COUNSELING: Companion counseling services are a combination of generous listening and compassionate presence. Schedule a telephone, Zoom or in-person conversation during the week.

- SUPPORT GROUPS: Join others on the cancer journey by connecting in a support group. Meetings are facilitated by Carolyn Ettinger and are offered in a hybrid fashion (in person and on Zoom).

- MOVEMENT CLASSES: Held twice a month in person and on Zoom. Linda Robicheau, instructor.

- LEARNING CIRCLES: Through healing and discovery circles, Wings of Hope affirms that we all have our own healing powers. The circles provide a safe and supportive environment where anyone can explore and engage in their own healing.

- GUIDED IMAGERY: This evidence-based meditation technique promotes relaxation and healing. Streaming audios are available online.

- HEALING GARDEN PROGRAMMING: In addition to opportunities for individual healing in our indoor garden space, Wings collaborates with community experts to offer complementary medicine programs on a monthly basis.

- HOPE CHEST RENEWAL ROOM: Provides free wigs, hats and other practical care items.

- HEALING TOUCH: A certified Healing Touch Practitioner provides therapy that works with each person's energy field to support their natural ability to heal. Gentle Touch assists in balancing the individual's physical, mental, emotional and spiritual well-being.

- HOPE PROGRAM: The cost of treatment can be overwhelming. Wings of Hope provides vouchers to assist qualified patients with symptom management medications, nutritional supplements, transportation assistance and home medical equipment.

- WINGSOFHOPE.ORG: Register by phone or by email.

Community-based Wellness Programs provide solutions to improve the quality of life for people living with chronic health issues.

LiveStrong at the Y helps cancer survivors increase strength and endurance, better their mental health, and build support with others that have also walked the difficult journey.

In Brain and Body, those with Parkinson's or other neurological conditions engage in physical and mental exercises that improve balance, memory, and more.

Y Weight Loss is designed for individuals looking to lose weight through education, personalized goal setting, and small, sustainable changes.

The Mills County YMCA only offers Y Weight Loss and the YMCA Healthy Living Center only offers Brain and Body.

Provides a support group for women with heart disease and weight loss. Monthly meeting with programs, exercise buddy program, sharing time.

Provides a support groups for individuals affected by epilepsy. Different groups for adults, teens, caregivers, or parents. Groups are in person or virtual. Participants must register online for the group they want to participate in.

Register for virtual meet up via zoom:

Teen Virtual Meet-Up: http://bit.ly/3wU6nZg

Parent and Caregiver Support Group Virtual Meet-Up: http://bit.ly/2V0lGlG

Offers client and family support services for individuals diagnosed with seizures, their families, and the community at large. Resource facilitators provide:

- Information and referral.

- Comprehensive case management.

- Advocacy.

- Counseling.

- Financial planning assistance.

- Support groups.

- Medical liaison.

- Community education.

Cardiopulmonary rehab, speech/language pathology, occupational therapy, and physical therapy.

Panhandle Head Trauma Support Group facilitated by Rehab Center professionals.

Information and education for those with celiac disease and gluten sensitivities.

Support groups throughout the country.

Hosts a monthly blind support group, which is open to all visually impaired adults and their families.

Offers a Cancer Support Group open to anyone with cancer and meets at the Family Resource Center.

Provides information and support for those suffering from fibromyalgia and/or chronic pain.

Hospital.

Support groups for issues including grief, diabetes, brain injury, breastfeeding, fibromyalgia, and stroke. (Cancer support groups listed separately).