Educational Programs

For members seeking in-depth learning, Gilda’s Club Wisconsin offers lectures several times a month. Topics cover a wide range of cancer-related issues, including treatment and side effects, emotional well-being, therapeutic expression, nutrition, pain management, finances, legal considerations, caregiving, advocacy, and survivorship.

Many lectures are part of the Frankly Speaking About Cancer series, featuring up-to-date information presented by medical experts. These sessions give members the opportunity to ask questions, gain practical insights, and feel more confident navigating the challenges of a cancer diagnosis.

See our latest educational programs by visiting our Program Calendar

Cancer Transitions

Cancer Transitions focuses on key aspects of survivorship, including exercise, nutrition, emotional support, and ongoing medical care. Participants attend presentations, take part in group discussions, and explore the emotional and social challenges that often arise during the transition from active treatment to life after cancer.

This program is designed for individuals living in Wisconsin who want to develop practical skills to manage the short- and long-term effects of cancer, particularly during the first 24 months after treatment. It is recommended that participants have completed active treatment before joining.

Questions? Contact program@gildasclubwi.org

Upcoming Sessions

This edition of Cancer Transitions is designed to address the needs of adult cancer survivors. Topics include:

  • Get Back to Wellness: Take Control of Your Survivorship
  • Emotional Health
  • Eating Well and Staying Active
  • Medical Management Beyond Cancer: What You Need to Know 

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This edition of Cancer Transitions is designed specifically to address the needs of young adults (ages 18-45). From navigating “new normal”, to relationships, school/work, meaning making and medical followup – this program covers so much. There is also time to set goals and make positive changes. 

Topics include:

  • Taking Control in Survivorship
  • Emotions & Relationships
  • Survivorship in Action
  • Medical Management in Survivorship

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Caregivers have their own unique, yet often overlooked, needs in survivorship. Each week we’ll meet as a group to hear presentations, engage in discussion, and together we will address the emotional and social hurdles faced during this transitional time. We will discuss medical care, healthy lifestyle, emotional support, relationships, and practical needs.

This program is designed to help you improve your quality of life by focusing on lifestyle skills and habits related to: 

  • Re-focusing on You
  • Health & Wellness
  • Emotions & Relationships
  • Looking into the Future

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