Cancer is a workplace issue. With 1 in 2 people facing a diagnosis in their lifetime, your team is likely already navigating the emotional and financial toll of the disease—whether as patients, survivors, or caregivers. At Gilda’s Club Wisconsin, our mission is simple: no one should face cancer alone. We provide free, evidence-based emotional and…
Read MoreLife is Better with Gilda’s
By Lori T, Gilda’s Club member, volunteer, and Ambassador Life is better with Gilda’s Club Madison. That’s been my experience. And everyone I’ve met there has had that same positive experience. I was diagnosed in 2021 with advanced Multiple Myeloma. I’m on my 3rd line of therapy already, including a Stem Cell Transplant (“bone marrow…
Read MoreGilda’s Club Madison is Becoming Gilda’s Club Wisconsin
An update from Lannia Stenz, Executive Director/CEO For nearly two decades, Gilda’s Club Madison has been a place of comfort, connection, and hope for people facing cancer and the people who love them. Our clubhouse in Middleton has welcomed thousands of children, adults, caregivers, and families who have needed a place where they could show…
Read MorePatient Advocacy at Gilda’s Club with Debby
By Debby Deutsch, BCPA For the past almost-ten-years, I’ve worked in a supportive role as a Patient Advocate at Gilda’s Club. What might this mean to you? Like all wonderful programs and supports at Gilda’s Club, my advocacy services are at no cost. I am well trained, having studied at the Center for Patient Partnerships…
Read MoreServing More Than Meals: A Volunteer Story
By Terri Hubbard, Gilda’s Club volunteer I began volunteering at Gilda’s Club when my supervisor suggested I join her in what was then called the “Goodie Gang”. In 2008, volunteers actually created the menu, made the meal, served it buffet style, and did clean-up. I also wanted to see for myself what Gilda’s Club was…
Read MoreFinding Strength, Laughter, and Support Through Gilda’s Club
By Crystal, Gilda’s Club Member I was eight years old when cancer first entered my life. On March 24, 1992, my dad told us he had cancer, and even though I didn’t understand it then, that moment would go on to shape so much of who I am today. My dad went on to battle…
Read MoreFinding Peace and Healing Through Community
By Alyssa, Gilda’s Club member and Ambassador I grew up dreaming of a large family. I had, as a lot of young girls do, lists of baby names for boys and girls (at one point it was a list of six girls names all ending in “iana”) My dreams and hopes changed over the years,…
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