05 Nov 2015

FRANKLY SPEAKING ABOUT CANCER: LUNG CANCER

By Kelly Hendershot

FREE WORKSHOP ENCOURAGES PROACTIVE APPROACH TO DISEASE MANAGEMENT

DAVENPORT, IA (November 2015) - Frankly Speaking About Cancer: Lung Cancer - a FREE workshop for people affected by lung cancer, explores vital ways to develop a proactive approach to managing the illness. Fundamental information about the most current lung cancer treatments, strategies for symptom/side effect management and tools for survivorship will be discussed.

Shobha R. Chitneni, M.D., from Hematology-Oncology Associates of the Quad Cities will present.

The workshop will take place on Thursday, November 12, 2015, at 5:30 p.m.  at Gilda's Club (1234 E River Drive, Davenport). Dinner is included.

In the U.S., there are approximately 350,000 people living with lung cancer at any given time.

Advance registration is preferred as dinner is included. To register, please call 563-326-7504 or emailmelissa@gildasclubqc.org.

Frankly Speaking About Cancer: Lung Cancer is part of a Frankly Speaking About Cancer series, a collection of cancer-related education programs created by Cancer Support Community.  The Frankly Speaking About Cancer: Lung Cancer program is made possible through an unrestricted educational grant from Boehringer Ingleheim and Lilly Foundation.

About Gilda's Club

Free of charge, Gilda's Club Quad Cities provides support, education and hope to all people affected by cancer.  As a Cancer Support Community affiliate, we are part of the largest employer of psychosocial oncology mental health professionals in the United States.  Our global network brings the highest quality cancer support to the millions of people touched by cancer.


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30 Oct 2015

Skin, Scalp and Hair Tips for Cancer Patients

By Kelly Hendershot

Featuring Dr. Lori Caruso

MUSCATINE, IA - NOVEMBER  2015 -Gilda's Club is hosting Lori Caruso in a discussion on Skin, Scalp and Hair Tips for Cancer Patients on Thursday, November 5th from 6:00 - 7:30 pm at the First Presbyterian Church (401 Iowa Avenue, Muscatine, IA, Gathering Room 2nd Floor, Use 4th Street Entrance).

We will explore the proper care of skin that has been compromised by Chemotherapy, selection and care of wigs, and product do's and don'ts with Lori Caruso.

Lori is a 35-year veteran of the beauty industry and is a licensed Cosmetologist, Esthetician, and Instructor. She has owned and managed salons, medical spas, and dermatology clinics. Lori also has special training in hair pieces and wigs, certified in Esthetic Oncology. She is a regular guest expert on Paula Sands Live!

For more details and to register, please call Gilda's Club at 563-326-7504 or email kelly@gildasclubqc.org.

About Gilda's Club

Free of charge, Gilda's Club Quad Cities provides support, education and hope to all people affected by cancer.  As a Cancer Support Community affiliate, we are part of the largest employer of psychosocial oncology mental health professionals in the United States.  Our global network brings the highest quality cancer support to the millions of people touched by cancer.

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16 Oct 2015

The Power of Survival through Rehabilitation

By Kelly Hendershot

Sponsored by Manor Care

DAVENPORT, IA - OCTOBER  2015 -Gilda's Club and Manor Care are hosting a workshop entitled The Power of Survival through Rehabilitation on Thursday, October 22nd from 6:00 - 8:00 pm at Gilda's Club (1234 E. River Drive, Davenport)

This is an evening of community collaboration for the oncology patient with a focus on rehabilitation, strength and quality of life.  

Speakers for this workshop include :

  • Toni Weeks, MSW - UnityPoint Health

  • Bonnie Bobet-Beyhl, OT, Health Minister

  • Christie Royster - ManorCare Health Services / Heartland HealthCare

For more details and to register, please call Gilda's Club at 563-326-7504 or email kelly@gildasclubqc.org.


About Gilda's Club

Free of charge, Gilda's Club Quad Cities provides support, education and hope to all people affected by cancer.  As a Cancer Support Community affiliate, we are part of the largest employer of psychosocial oncology mental health professionals in the United States.  Our global network brings the highest quality cancer support to the millions of people touched by cancer.


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16 Oct 2015

Constructive Coping Skills Following Diagnosis

By Kelly Hendershot

Featuring Dr. Doug McCollum


DAVENPORT, IA - OCTOBER  2015 -Gilda's Club is hosting Dr. Doug McCollum in a discussion on Constructive Coping Skills Following Diagnosis on Thursday, October 22nd from 6:00 - 8:00 pm.


Individuals differ in how they respond to hearing they have cancer. Doug will summarize how many people respond in negative ways. The resiliency model and what research has found to be the most productive emotional, cognitive, and behavioral ways of coping with cancer will be discussed.

A nearly 3-year cancer survivor, Doug volunteers at Gilda's Club. He had a 42-year career as a psychologist with a PhD from the U of Iowa.

For more details and to register, please call Gilda's Club at 563-326-7504 or email kelly@gildasclubqc.org.


About Gilda's Club

Free of charge, Gilda's Club Quad Cities provides support, education and hope to all people affected by cancer.  As a Cancer Support Community affiliate, we are part of the largest employer of psychosocial oncology mental health professionals in the United States.  Our global network brings the highest quality cancer support to the millions of people touched by cancer.


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21 Sep 2015

FRANKLY SPEAKING ABOUT CANCER TREATMENT

By Kelly Hendershot
FREE WORKSHOP TO HELP PEOPLE BETTER MANAGE SIDE EFFECTS

DAVENPORT, IA (September 2015) - Gilda's Club will host a free workshop for cancer patients and their caregivers entitled "Frankly Speaking About Cancer Treatment."  Designed to help people understand and manage the physical and psychological side effects of treatment, the online workshop will take place on Tuesday, September 29, 2015, from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Please register online at http://iowacancerconsortium.wildapricot.org/event-2008204.  

"As people live longer with cancer," said Melissa Wright, Program Director, Gilda's Club, "effectively managing the physical and psychological effects of treatment is increasingly important to improving quality of life."  Today more than 10 million Americans are cancer survivors, many of whom regularly receive a range of cancer-related treatments.

This is an online educational webinar, call-in information will be provided once registered. Advance registration is required at http://iowacancerconsortium.wildapricot.org/event-2008204.  

The Workshop will Include: Katie Browne MS, RN, NP-C, Iowa Cancer Specialists, Davenport, Iowa

Frankly Speaking About Cancer Treatment is part of a Frankly Speaking About Cancer series, a collection of cancer-related education programs created by Cancer Support Community.  The Frankly Speaking About Cancer Treatment program is made possible through an unrestricted educational grant from Amgen Inc.

About Gilda's Club

Free of charge, Gilda's Club Quad Cities provides support, education and hope to all people affected by cancer.  As a Cancer Support Community affiliate, we are part of the largest employer of psychosocial oncology mental health professionals in the United States.  Our global network brings the highest quality cancer support to the millions of
people touched by cancer.

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03 Sep 2015

September events for Gilda's Club

By Kelly Hendershot

Understanding Social Security, SSI and SDI

Davenport, Iowa (September 2015) - Gilda's Club will host Kathy Laid with the Social Security Administration in a discussion about Social Security, Supplemental Security Income or Medicare eligibility & enrollment. The presentation will be held on Thursday, September 17th, 5:30 p.m. at Gilda's Club, 1234 East River Drive, Davenport, IA.

This free educational workshop will inform attendees on how Social Security, SSI and SDI work for you. Advanced Registration is preferred as dinner is included.

For more details and registration call Gilda's Club at 563-326-7504 or email erin@gildasclubqc.org

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Cancer Treatment Side Effects Online Webinar

Davenport, Iowa (September 2015) - Gilda's Club and the Iowa Cancer Consortium will host Katie Browne MS, RN, NP-C in a discussion on strategies to manage treatment side effects such as fatigue, hair loss, anemia, infection and pain. The webinar will be held on Thursday, September 29th, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.

This free webinar is designed for people living with cancer and their loved ones. Register at: http://iowacancerconsortium.wildapricot.org/event-2008204.

For more details call Gilda's Club at 563-326-7504 or email melissa@gildasclubqc.org

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Cancer Transitions - Moving Beyond Treatment
A Program of the Cancer Support Community and LIVESTRONG™

Davenport, Iowa (October 2015) - Gilda's Club and Genesis will partner to offer Cancer Transitions™ again beginning in October. Cancer Transitions is a free 2 hour, six-week workshop designed to help cancer survivors make the transition from active treatment to post-treatment care. Expert panelists including an oncology nurse navigator, nutritionist and physical therapist; will discuss exercise tailored to each participant's abilities, training in relaxation and stress management and tips for nutritious eating. Cancer Transitions will answer many of your questions about cancer survivorship post-cancer treatment.

The workshop begins Thursday, October 1st (meets for 6 weeks) from 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. at Gilda's Club Quad Cities, 1234 East River Drive, Davenport, Iowa.

For more details and registration, contact Kelly at (563)-326-7504 or by email at kelly@gildasclubqc.org

28 Jul 2015

They Mystery of Medical Imaging

By Kelly Hendershot

Davenport, Iowa (August 2015) - Gilda's Club will host Lindsay Vittetoe, Nuclear Medicine Technologist & PET/CT, in a presentation on the varying types of medical scans on Thursday, 20th, 6:00 p.m. at Gilda's Club, 1234 East River Drive, Davenport, IA.

This free educational workshop will inform attendees about the purpose and differences in common medical imaging (CT, MRI, PET). Advanced Registration is preferred as dinner is included.

For more details and registration call Gilda's Club at 563-326-7504 or email erin@gildasclubqc.org
10 Jul 2015

July Gilda's Club special events

By Kelly Hendershot

Increasing Your Wellbeing: The Benefits of Integrating Palliative Care with Standard Treatment

Davenport, Iowa (July 2015) - Gilda's Club and Manor Care are partnering to host Dr. Linda Jager and Social Worker Linda Steward in explaining how palliative care is being integrated with standard cancer treatment to provide the best treatment outcomes on Thursday, July 30th, 6:00 p.m. at Gilda's Club, 1234 East River Drive, Davenport, IA.

Many people have heard of palliative care, but often aren't really sure what it is - and is not. Palliative care is specialized medical care for people with serious illnesses, provided by a team of physicians, nurses, and other specialists who work with your other doctors to provide an extra layer of support that focuses on relief from the symptoms, pain, and stress of a serious illness whatever the diagnosis. Unlike hospice, it is appropriate at any stage in a serious illness, and can be provided together with curative treatment.

Advanced Registration is preferred as dinner is included.

For more details and registration call Gilda's Club at 563-326-7504 or email erin@gildasclubqc.org

Frankly Speaking About Cancer: Your Immune System & Cancer Treatment

Davenport, Iowa (July 2015) - Gilda's Club and Genesis are partnering to host Dr. Susannah Friemel, Medical Oncologist, in a discussion about your immune system and cancer treatment on Thursday, July 23rd, 5:30 p.m. at Gilda's Club, 1234 East River Drive, Davenport, IA.

Patients and their loved ones are invited to join us as we learn how the immune system interacts with cancer, treatments that are currently available, as well as, treatments that are being developed; and tips to manage common side effects. In addition, participants will learn about ways to cope with the social & emotional challenges of a cancer diagnosis. The workshop will take place Advanced Registration is preferred as dinner is included.

For more details and registration call Gilda's Club at 563-326-7504 or email erin@gildasclubqc.org

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