By Mary Sue, Gilda’s Club member When I was diagnosed with Early-Stage Breast Cancer last summer, I kept thinking they must have notified the wrong person. Surely this wasn’t something that was happening to me! Through the further testing, preparation for Breast Conserving Surgery to remove the tumor, radiation following the surgery, and the beginning…
Read MoreHow Gilda’s Club Wisconsin Supports Your Employees and Your Bottom Line
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…
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