Such support groups provide time and space for members to discuss and share their experiences with others also affected by cancer. These are monthly group meetings for people sharing a common diagnosis or interest. For example, Gilda s Club Grand Rapids currently has a Breast Cancer Networking Group, Colorectal Networking Group, Blood Cancer Networking Group, and Prostate Cancer Networking Group. Other examples of potential Networking Groups may be Young Adults with Cancer, a Caregivers Group, or a Spirituality Group. Workshops Workshops are experiential, hands-on activities, facilitated by a volunteer with expertise in a particular field.
Workshops are open to members and volunteers.
Lectures Community experts will provide lectures on topics of interest to members. Oncologists, Nurses, Social Workers, Nutritionists, and more will provide lectures such as Updates in Breast Cancer Treatment, Coping with Fatigue, or Self-Care for the Caregiver. Lectures will generally be scheduled in the evening hours and may be accompanied by a light supper. In the spirit of Gilda Radner, Gilda s Club Grand Rapids values FUN as a part of our programming. Various social events will be held monthly please watch the calendar for potlucks, movie nights, bingo, karaoke nights, etc.