06 Jan 2020

2020 Cancer Retreats: Registration Now Open

By Kelly Hendershot

DAVENPORT, IOWA (January 6, 2020) — Gilda’s Club and Genesis Cancer Care Institute are pleased to announce that they are now accepting registration for their 2020 Cancer Retreats to be held at Gilda’s Club Quad Cities (1234 E River Drive).

The retreats are open to cancer patients/survivors from the Quad Cities area and one adult support person (spouse,family member or friend). Options to attend are Saturday, March 21, 2020, 8AM–5PM, or Saturday, June 13, 2020, 8AM–5PM.

12 Nov 2019

Frankly Speaking about Cancer: Coping with the Cost of Care

By Kelly Hendershot

MOLINE, ILLINOIS (November 12, 2019) — A February 2009 study by Kaiser Family Foundation and American Cancer Society found that high cost-sharing, caps on benefits, and lifetime maximums leave cancer patients vulnerable to high out-of-pocket health-care costs. Additionally, cancer patients and survivors are often unable to find adequate and affordable coverage in the individual market.

09 Jul 2019

Feel More Like You Workshop 07/30

By Kelly Hendershot

DAVENPORT, IOWA (July 9, 2019) — Gilda’s Club is hosting a FREE Feel More Like YouWorkshop on July 30, 2019, 6-8PM, at Gilda’s Club (1234 East River Drive, Davenport, IA).

25 Jun 2019

Genetics and Cancer

By Kelly Hendershot

DAVENPORT, IOWA (June 25, 2019) — Gilda’s Club is hosting a FREE workshop Genetics and Cancer on Tuesday, July 16, 11:30AM–12:30PM, at Gilda’s Club (1234 East River Drive, Davenport, Iowa).

04 Sep 2018

Putnam Explorers & Explorers Jr. Workshops Returning to the Putnam September 8

By Kelly Hendershot

DAVENPORT (Sept. 4, 2018) — Putnam Explorers and Explorers Jr. workshops are returning again this year to the Putnam Museum and Science Center beginning September 8. Intended to highlight topics in a fun and interactive way for children in Pre-K* through 5th grade, workshops occur monthly to provide informal enrichment activities. From exploring oceans to astronaut training, there’s something for every young science lover.

04 Sep 2018

Frankly Speaking About Cancer: Immunotherapy

By Kelly Hendershot

Free Educational Workshop for People Diagnosed with Cancer and Their Loved Ones

11 Apr 2018

Gilda’s Club Program Offered Online to Help Young Adults with Cancer Manage Stress

By Kelly Hendershot

Stress Management Program Gives Patients Information and Ways to Manage Their Health throughout the Cancer Journey DAVENPORT, IA – APRIL 2018 – Beginning Saturday, April 21, 2018, Gilda’s Club is offering an online program to help people diagnosed with cancer, including those undergoing treatment, to manage the stress of diagnosis and treatment. Gilda’s Club received a grant from the Iowa Cancer Consortium to address the unique needs of young adults 18-39 with cancer.

11 Apr 2018

Skin Cancer Prevention & Awareness Presentation

By Kelly Hendershot

DAVENPORT, IA – APRIL 2018 – Gilda’s Club will host a Skin Cancer Prevention & Awareness Presentation on Tuesday, April 24 from 5:30 – 7:00 p.m. at Gilda’s Club (1234 E River Dr., Davenport). This presentation includes dinner and is open to the general public. Skin cancer is the most common type of cancer in Iowa. Anyone can get skin cancer, but most cases can be prevented by practicing sun safety and avoiding tanning beds and devices. Presenter Dr. Jill Lightfoot will discuss:

05 Apr 2018

Hypnotherapy Self-Improvement Workshop

By Kelly Hendershot

DAVENPORT, IA – April 2018 –Gilda’s Club is hosting a FREE Hypnotherapy Self-Improvement Workshop, led by Genesis Hypnotherapist Brooke Lemke, C.Ht., for anyone impacted by cancer on Thursdays, April 19, 2018 from 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. at Gilda’s Club (1234 East River Drive, Davenport, IA). Lemke will teach the power of your mind to live the life you love! Discussion points include:   *   Understanding facts and myths around hypnosis

04 Apr 2018

Your Life, Your Legacy with Yolanda Morgan

By Kelly Hendershot

DAVENPORT, IA – April 2018 –Gilda’s Club is hosting a FREE workshop for caregivers impacted by cancer titled Your Life, Your Legacy on Wednesday, April 18, 2018 from 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. at Gilda’s Club (1234 East River Drive, Davenport, IA).

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