Mercy offers support groups for a variety of life situations. For more information about any Mercy program or for registration, contact Mercy On Call at 319-358-2767 or 800-358-2767. Check our website for the upcoming schedule of activities: www.mercyiowacity.org Wheelchair information: If you need a wheelchair, please go to the Information Desk and call Patient Escort Services at extension 2200. Due to the high demand for wheelchairs, Patient Escort Services will be happy to assist anyone needing transportation to a meeting room. After Breast Cancer Support Group This group welcomes women who are living with breast cancer; it offers a monthly meeting featuring educational presentations. The group meets on the second Thursday of each month at 7:00pm, in the Fanning or Scanlon room, Mercy Medical Plaza 1. Breath of Fresh Air This support group is for people living with chronic lung disease. It meets on the first Monday of most months; meeting times are 2pm or 7pm in the Mercy Medical Plaza. Please contact Mercy On Call at 319-358-2767 or 800-356-2767 to verify meeting date, time and topic. Cardiac Support Group This group provides monthly education and support meetings; a heart-healthy luncheon is also available for $5 (payable at door). Meetings are held at 11:30 a.m. in the McAuley room, Mercy Medical Plaza. A presentation follows at noon. Reservations are requested prior to each meeting. For meeting dates and topics call Mercy On Call at 319-358-2767 or 800-358-2767. Diabetes Support Group This group provides support for those with Type 2 diabetes. The group meets in the Mercy Medical Plaza on the first Thursday of most months; meetings alternate between afternoon and evening times. For meeting dates, times, and topics call Mercy On Call at 319-358-2767 or 800-358-2767. HOPE Cancer Support Group This group provides friendship, support, and education for people living with newly diagnosed or chronic cancer, their families, friends, and interested professionals. The group meets on the second Monday of each month at 7:00 PM, in the first floor conference room. Stroke Group This group provides information, support, and friendship for stroke survivors and their families and friends. The group meets on the third Tuesday of the month from 1:30-3pm in Cafe A, Mercy Hospital. These support groups also meet at Mercy: Bariatric Support Group Fibromyalgia Parkinson's Support Group Call Mercy On Call for more information, 319-358-2767.