Supportive Services
Feel better in both mind and body with services tailored to meet your needs:
- Counseling – Provide emotional support and help you cope with the challenges of a cancer diagnosis
- Fitness program – Helps you maintain or regain endurance and strength during and after treatment
- Oncology nurse navigator – Coordinates your care across providers and helps you access everything you need for your physical and emotional well-being
- Nutrition counseling – Offers expert advice on what to eat to get the nutrients your body needs during cancer treatment
- Support groups and events – Connect with others who share similar experiences and gain strength from your community
- Survivorship and follow-up care – Ongoing monitoring and services that support your health and wellness after treatment ends
Cancer Resource Center in Ames
- During your care at Bliss Cancer Center, take advantage of our on-site Cancer Resource Center, which includes:
- A full library of books and media covering cancer types, treatments, and wellness
- Full-service boutique offering free or low-cost wigs, hats, bras, swimwear, breast prosthetics, and other specialty items
- Genetic counseling and cancer risk education to evaluate inherited cancer risks
- Monthly cancer education seminars open to the community
Oncology Social Workers
Connect with our licensed oncology social workers for help with:
- Advance care planning and decision-making
- Referrals to community resources and support programs
- Guidance on financial assistance, insurance, and transportation for your treatment
Palliative Care for Cancer Patients
Improve comfort and quality of life with palliative care services that focus on symptom relief, pain management, emotional support, and spiritual well-being for both patients and families.
Spiritual Support During Cancer Treatment
Healing goes beyond the physical. Access spiritual care services that support your beliefs and bring peace of mind to you and your loved ones.
Cancer Home Health Services
When care is needed at home, we offer:
CancerRehabilitation & Therapy
Some patients—especially those with neurological cancers or recovering from cancer-related surgery—may benefit from expert rehabilitation and therapy programs. Receive care from skilled therapists and oncology-trained nurses on both an inpatient and outpatient basis.
