14 Jun 2022

Gilda’s Club Quad Cities Introduces Monthly Virtual Young Adult Cancer Networking Group

By Kelly Craft

MOLINE, ILLINOIS (June 14, 2022) — Gilda’s Club Quad Cities is excited to announce that we are introducing a monthly networking group for young adults (18-39) impacted by cancer called “I’m Surviving, Not Thriving… and That’s Okay.” This group is open to young adults with a current cancer diagnosis, survivors, and family/friends of people living with cancer. This group will start on Monday, June 27, 6-7PM, and will continue to be held on the fourth Monday of each month, 6-7PM.

13 Jun 2022

Decrease in Rate of Blood Donation in First Weeks of Summer Cause for Concern; Urgent Need for All Types

By Kirby Winn

DAVENPORT, IOWA (June 13, 2022) — Facing an urgent need for additional donors, ImpactLife asks all eligible and potential donors to schedule appointments to give blood during the week of World Blood Donor Day (Tuesday, June 14). ImpactLife is responding to a decrease in the rate of blood donation during the first weeks of summer that means our region’s blood supply is now approaching critical levels.

02 Jun 2022

ImpactLife Donors Provide $10,000 in Support of Ukraine Relief Fund

By Kirby Winn

DAVENPORT, IOWA (June 2, 2022) — More than 550 supporters have helped ImpactLife reach its goal of donating $10,000 for the Blood Centers of America Ukraine Relief Fund.

31 May 2022

Hablando con Franqueza Sobre el Cáncer: Vivir con Incertidumbre

By Kelly Craft

MUSCATINE, IOWA (May 31, 2022) — Gilda’s Club Quad Cities organizará Hablando con franqueza sobre el cáncer: Vivir con incertidumbre. Este programa se enfoca en ayudar a los pacientes de cáncer y a los cuidadores a comprender el reto común de la incertidumbre, ayudarles a hacer frente a los sentimientos de ansiedad o depresión y cómo hablar con su equipo de atención médica sobre cómo se sienten. Maria Ricaurte-Romza, LISW presentará este taller el mi

06 May 2022

Learn Healthy Eating Tips on a Budget

By Brittany Peacock

DAVENPORT, IOWA (May 6, 2022) — The Davenport Public Library to host a program with the Iowa State Extension and Outreach Nutrition Educator on May 26, Fairmount Virtual, 6:30PM.

04 May 2022

Now Accepting Applications for Camp Genesis, Free Camp for Kids Impacted by Cancer

By Kelly Craft

MAQUOKETA, IOWA (May 4, 2022) — Gilda’s Club is excited to announce a camping adventure called Camp Genesis! This specialty camp is a collaborative effort with Gilda’s Club, Camp Shalom, and Genesis Cancer Care Institute.

28 Apr 2022

Frankly Speaking About Cancer: What Do I Tell the Kids?/Gilda's Club

By Kelly Craft

MOLINE, ILLINOIS (April 28, 2022) — Gilda’s Club Quad Cities will host Frankly Speaking About Cancer: What Do I Tell the Kids? — a free workshop for people affected by cancer who are interested in learning about talking to their children about cancer diagnosis and treatment. Many parents try to protect their children by not sharing information about the situation.

27 Apr 2022

Iowa Donor Network Earns Tier 1 Designation

By Sarah Larson

NORTH LIBERTY, IOWA (April 27, 2022) — Iowa Donor Network has been designated a Tier 1 organization — the highest possible rating — for efficiency and optimization by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.

Of 57 organ donor organizations nationwide, fewer than half (20) have achieved this level of excellence.

13 Apr 2022

Frankly Speaking About Cancer: Eating Well During Cancer Treatment and Survivors

By Kelly Craft

MOLINE, ILLINOIS (April 13, 2022) — Gilda’s Club Quad Cities will host Frankly Speaking About Cancer: Eating Well During Cancer Treatment and For Survivors — a free workshop for people affected by cancer who are interested in learning about nutrition during and after cancer treatment. This workshop will highlight the importance of nutrition during and post treatment and ways to stay healthy.

12 Apr 2022

Gilda’s Club Quad Cities Raises $1.6 Million to Expand Services for Cancer Patients and Their Families through a Partnership with Both Local Hospital Systems

By Joy McMeekan

DAVENPORT, IOWA (April 12, 2022) — Gilda’s Club Quad Cities announces a partnership with local health systems to bring support and services to a greater number of people impacted by cancer in our community.

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