RESOURCES
Support for Families Facing Cancer
Finding the right support can make a difficult season feel a little less overwhelming. These organizations and resources may help families preserve meaningful stories, receive practical assistance, and talk with children about complicated emotions.
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PRESERVING STORIES & MEMORIES
Amadora Legacy Project helps people living with life-limiting illnesses capture their stories, memories, values, and words of wisdom in professionally created legacy videos.
Through a guided and compassionate process, participants can create a lasting gift of love that their families may return to for generations. Services are provided at no cost to eligible participants.
AMADORA LEGACY PROJECT
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PRACTICAL SUPPORT DURING TREATMENT
Can Do Cancer provides free practical and emotional support to qualifying adults receiving - or preparing to begin - IV infusion chemotherapy at participating treatment centers in Des Moines or Ames.
Available assistance may include dinner on chemotherapy days, housecleaning support, and connection with a patient partner throughout treatment.
CAN DO CANCER
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HELPING CHILDREN UNDERSTAND THEIR FEELINGS
Feelings Are Like Farts, written by Christopher Willard and Tara Wosiski and illustrated by Toshiki Nakamura, uses humor to help children understand that emotions are a natural part of life.
The book encourages children to recognize, accept, and express their feelings without shame - even when those feelings are inconvenient, surprising, or difficult. The publisher recommends it for children ages 4–8.
FEELINGS ARE LIKE FARTS
Important Note
These resources are shared for informational purposes. The Handle Hard Better Foundation does not provide medical, mental-health, legal, or financial advice and does not guarantee eligibility or services from outside organizations.
Programs, availability, eligibility requirements, and pricing may change. Please contact each organization directly for its most current information. If you have questions about medical care or emotional support, speak with an appropriate qualified professional.