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Find Survivorship Support Resources in Idaho

Browse support resources for cancer survivors, caregivers, and families across Idaho.

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Idaho Comprehensive Cancer Control Program

Idaho’s Comprehensive Cancer Control Program works with partners to reduce cancer burden through prevention, early detection, treatment support, survivorship, and improved quality of life.

Education & Survivor Resources • Statewide • Virtual

Better Breathers Club – Meridian

Education and peer support for individuals with chronic lung disease, including lung cancer, and their caregivers.

Support Groups & Community • Treasure Valley • In-person

Audrey Chavez | chaveaud@slhs.org

Boise Blood Cancer Support Group

Monthly peer support and education group for individuals affected by blood cancers.

Support Groups & Community • Treasure Valley • In-person

Bustin’ Out of Boise

Provides practical assistance including transportation, meals, childcare, and housecleaning for women undergoing cancer treatment.

Financial & Practical Help • Treasure Valley • In-person

Camp Rainbow Gold

Provides medically supervised camps and year-round programs for Idaho children and teens diagnosed with cancer and their families.

Support Groups & Community • Statewide • Hybrid

Casting for Recovery

Free fly-fishing retreats supporting emotional healing and connection for women with breast cancer.

Emotional & Wellness Support • Statewide • Hybrid

CLIMB® (Children’s Lives Include Moments of Bravery)

Psychosocial support program for children and teens with a parent or caregiver affected by cancer.

Emotional & Wellness Support • Treasure Valley • In-person

(208) 367‑3131

Elmore County Circle of Hope Cancer Support Group

Peer support and encouragement for cancer patients, survivors, and caregivers.

Support Groups & Community • Treasure Valley • In-person

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Marcella: (208) 599‑3824
AJ: (208) 599 0949

Hike 2 Heal – John & June’s Mission

Guided outdoor hiking and backpacking experiences designed to support caregivers and provide respite opportunities.

Emotional & Wellness Support • Treasure Valley • In-person

Idaho2Fly

Provides outdoor fishing and fly-fishing experiences for cancer survivors and individuals facing serious illness.

Emotional & Wellness Support • Statewide • In-person

Idaho Caregiver Alliance

Provides caregiver education, navigation support, respite resources, and advocacy across Idaho.

Help Navigating Care • Statewide • Hybrid

International Myeloma Support Group – Treasure Valley

Diagnosis-specific peer support and education for individuals affected by multiple myeloma.

Support Groups & Community • Treasure Valley • Hybrid

Sheri Baker | (208) 371‑8814 | treasurevalley@imfsupport.org

Man Up To Cancer – PNW Chapter

Peer-to-peer support organization helping men affected by cancer connect and reduce isolation.

Support Groups & Community • Statewide • Hybrid

Ostomy Support Group – Boise

Peer support and education for individuals living with an ostomy through meetings and visitor support.

Support Groups & Community • Treasure Valley • In-person

(208) 381‑6141 | olsonjuli@slhs.org

Shades of Pink Breast Cancer Support Group

Peer support group for women at any stage of breast cancer.

Support Groups & Community • Treasure Valley • In-person

Laura Williams | shadesofpinktv@gmail.com

St. Alphonsus Support Groups

Emotional support and nutrition-focused wellness education for patients and caregivers.

Emotional & Wellness Support • Treasure Valley • Hybrid

Coping Connections: (208) 367‑3131
Nourish & Flourish: (208) 367‑3150

St. Luke’s Support Groups

Clinician-led support groups addressing caregiving, emotional health, palliative care, survivorship, and disease-specific needs.

Support Groups & Community • Treasure Valley • Hybrid

(208) 706‑2288 | cancersupportgroups@slhs.org

River Discovery

Outdoor adventure programs supporting healing, confidence, and connection for cancer survivors.

Emotional & Wellness Support • Statewide • In-person

(208) 303‑0040 | info@riverdiscovery.org

True North Treks

Wilderness treks combining mindfulness, peer support, and outdoor adventure for adolescent and young adult cancer survivors.

Emotional & Wellness Support • Statewide • In-person

Us TOO! Treasure Valley Prostate Cancer Support Group

Peer-led education and support group for men living with prostate cancer and their caregivers.

Support Groups & Community • Treasure Valley • Hybrid

Darrell Wilson | (707) 628‑5901 | dngwilson@yahoo.com

YMCA Artist-in-Residence Program

Creative arts workshops supporting emotional healing and recovery for cancer survivors.

Emotional & Wellness Support • Treasure Valley • In-person

Stephanie Werntz | (208) 794‑5534 | stephanie.werntz@ymcatvidaho.org

YMCA Movement for Memory Program

Small-group exercise and education program supporting cognitive health and confidence for individuals with memory concerns.

Emotional & Wellness Support • Treasure Valley • In-person

Downtown Boise YMCA: (208) 344‑5501
West Boise YMCA: (208) 377‑9622
Tomlinson South Meridian YMCA: (208) 331‑9622
Caldwell YMCA: (208) 454‑9622

YMCA Oncology Recovery Program

Twelve-week oncology exercise program focused on rebuilding strength, endurance, and confidence after treatment.

Emotional & Wellness Support • Treasure Valley • In-person

Downtown Boise YMCA: (208) 344‑5501
West Boise YMCA: (208) 377‑9622
South Meridian YMCA: (208) 331‑9622
Caldwell YMCA: (208) 454‑9622

St. Luke’s Palliative Care Support Group

Clinician-led support group focused on palliative care, emotional support, symptom management, and quality of life for individuals affected by serious illness and cancer.

Palliative & Advanced Care Support • Treasure Valley • Hybrid

(208) 706‑2288 | cancersupportgroups@slhs.org

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