Imerman Angels

Free one-on-one support matching patients with survivors of the same cancer.

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Why Imerman exists

Imerman Angels provides free one-on-one cancer support by matching patients with mentor survivors of the same cancer type. It connects people with peers who have been through what they are going through, offering peace of mind, encouragement, and hope. For a patient who wants to talk with someone who has actually lived it, this peer mentor match is the core of the service.

Status · 501(c)(3) nonprofitExperience · 20 years of one-on-one cancer supportReach · 47,000+ matches created across 123 countries

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Request a Mentor Angel
Cancer fighters, survivors, previvors, and caregivers can request a one-on-one mentor.
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Get matched by real people
Matching is done by staff rather than an algorithm, considering age, gender, cancer type, and experience.
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Connect with a mentor
The service is free. People further along in their experience can also volunteer as Mentor Angels.

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What they offer

Community

Find online forums for education and support from peers who speak my language to give me peace of mind, love, encouragement, and hope

Support & Advocacy

Imerman Angels provides free one-on-one cancer support by matching patients with mentor survivors of the same cancer type.

Coverage, insurance & cost

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Common questions about Imerman

How much does Imerman cost?

Free. Confirm current pricing directly when you connect.

Does Imerman take insurance?

Imerman is typically self-pay (most insurers treat it as not covered). Add your plan on OpenCancer to check coverage before you commit.

How does Imerman work?

1. Request a Mentor Angel — Cancer fighters, survivors, previvors, and caregivers can request a one-on-one mentor. 2. Get matched by real people — Matching is done by staff rather than an algorithm, considering age, gender, cancer type, and experience. 3. Connect with a mentor — The service is free. People further along in their experience can also volunteer as Mentor Angels.

How do I connect with Imerman?

Through OpenCancer's consented intake: enter your details once, choose exactly which records travel with the request, and sign a consent that covers this connection only. Nothing is shared without your sign-off.