Extra support when you need it most

We understand how important it is that you have support through every stage of your cancer journey.

In addition to providing you with the best care and treatment options, our team offers several support groups to help you during your cancer fight and after.

Offered free of charge, most of our support groups are held conveniently at the cancer center. You can join as many support groups as you like at any time. New support groups are also added on an ongoing basis.

In addition to these groups, we also encourage you to get involved with our patient navigation program. The patient navigation program coordinates care for our patients and can connect you with available resources in our area. There is no cost for the program, which is an added service for our patients.

Available support groups

Check out the support groups available or contact us for more information.

After Breast Cancer (ABC) Support Group

This support group is for women who currently have breast cancer or women who are in remission. Contact our patient advocate at (712) 252-9370 for more information. 

Caregivers Support Group

For caregivers and loves ones, this group provides support and education for support persons of our cancer patients. Contact our patient advocate at (712) 252-9370 for more information. 

Kids Club

This group offers special support for children ages 5 to 13 whose parents or other close family members are diagnosed with cancer. Led by specially trained healthcare professionals, Kids Club helps improve communication between the child and their diagnosed parent and answer children’s difficult questions about cancer.

Kids Club is a one-night event from 5:30 pm to 7 pm and dinner is provided. Contact our patient advocate at (712) 252-9370 for information on the next Kids Club date. 

LIVESTRONG AT THE YMCA

A twelve-week, small group program and membership designed for adult cancer survivors at the Norm Waitt Sr. YMCA in South Sioux City, NE. This program fulfills the important need of supporting the increasing number of cancer survivors who find themselves in the transitional period between completing their cancer treatment and the shift to feeling physically and emotionally strong enough to attempt to return to their normal life. The program is conducted outside of medical facilities to emphasize that LIVESTRONG at the YMCA is about health, not a disease. Learn more about LiveStrong at the YMCA and when the next session begins by going HERE or by contacting the Norm Waitt Sr. YMCA at (402) 404-8439.

Multiple Myeloma Support Group

This group provides special support and education for patients diagnosed with multiple myeloma, a type of blood cancer, and their loved ones. Contact our patient advocate at (712) 252-9370 for more information.

One-On-One Support for Cancer Survivors

Meet with a social worker, dietitian, or our patient advocate to talk about specific questions or needs during your cancer journey such as:

  • Emotional needs

  • Nutritional needs

  • Spiritual needs

Contact our patient advocate at (712) 252-9370 for more information.

Patient-To-Patient Support

Connect with another patient with a similar diagnosis. Contact our patient advocate at (712) 252-9370 for more information.