Check It Out! Monthly Highlights What`s Inside:
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Check It Out! Monthly Highlights What`s Inside:
2 0 1 5 CA L E N DA R JULY | AUG | SEPT Gilda’s Club Chicago is a non-profit organization whose mission is to ensure that all people impacted by cancer are empowered by knowledge, strengthened by action and sustained by community. Monthly Highlights July News Try out the new Six Senses Meditation, beginning July 7th, to help align all of your senses and learn to focus on strengthening intuition and understanding. Potluck Palooza! is a great opportunity to bring a dish you love to share with fellow members. Check out pg. 7 to see the monthly themes. August News Connect with other members through learning improve basics in a fun, lighthearted environment. The 6-week series starts on August 26th! Improv is back! Connect with other members through learning improve basics in a fun, light-hearted environment. The 6-week series starts on August 26th! September News Calling All Teens! Join us for the YogAdventure series starting on September 12th to learn yoga basics, breathing techniques and mindful awareness. Check It Out! As an affiliate of the Cancer Support Community (CSC), we need your help! All you have to do is create a virtual flag in honor of loved ones, to raise money for cancer advocacy organizations – like us! The three organizations with the most flags raised by Sept. 1st will receive a charitable donation from Bristol-Myers Squibb. If CSC wins, the funds will go toward a national marketing campaign – helping each affiliate ensure that no one has to face cancer alone. Participating is easy and free! Go to ReadyRaiseRise.com to start creating your flag. Select “Cancer Support Community” from the list of organizations, and submit your flag. Join the conversation on social media with #RaiseYourFlag and tell us who your flag is for! What’s Inside: Page 2-3 Noogieland Programs for Children, Teens & Families Page 4 Support Groups and Networking Groups Page 5-7 Educational Lectures and Special Events Page 8-10 July / Aug / Sept Calendars Page 11 Mind / Body / Spirit Classes Page 12-13 En Español Page 14 Associate Board Activities and Members Giving Back Page 15 Hospital Programs Chi c a g o, Il l i no i s • 3 12- 46 4-9 9 00 • gildasclu bch icago.org NOOGIELAND A program for children, teens and families impacted by a cancer diagnosis What is Kid Support™? Kid Support™ is a series of ten weekly peer support groups (divided by age) for children ages 4-12 who have a parent, grandparent, or other family member or friend living with cancer. A one-time Parent/Guardian Orientation session is required for parents prior to the start of the series. What is Kids Bereavement? Kids Bereavement is a series of ten weekly peer support groups (divided by age) for children ages 4-12 who have experienced the cancer-related death of a parent, grandparent, or other family member or friend. A one-time Parent/Guardian Orientation is required for parents prior to the start of the series. Noogie Days Saturdays: August 22, September 26 | 12:30 – 2:00pm RSVP Required Noogie Days are a fun filled Saturday afternoon of arts and crafts. Noogie Days are offered in partnership with the Junior League’s Connecting Kids to the Arts program. What is Parenting through Cancer? This networking group is held in conjunction with Kid Support and Kids Bereavement. This group is designed to help parents who have cancer themselves, have a partner or child living with cancer, or are parenting through the death of a loved one. How do they work? Each group is led by a licensed facilitator experienced in working with children, parents and families affected by cancer. Kid Support and Kids Bereavement includes age-appropriate activities and provides a safe space for youth to have conversations about their own or a loved one’s experience. The sessions build on the activities of the prior week. Children coping with cancer in the family often experience emotions such as fear, isolation and loss of control; the Kid Support and Kids Bereavement curriculum assists children in developing coping skills in the areas of communication, relaxation and feelings identification RSVP is Required Kid Support and Kids Bereavement are held on ten (10) consecutive Saturdays. Contact Noogieland Coordinator, Liz Sullivan, LCSW to register for a group at 312-464-9900 x32 or [email protected]. For each child attending Kid Support, Kids Bereavement, Teen Activities or Noogie Days a parent or guardian will be required to complete registration paperwork. 3 1 2 - 4 6 4 -9 9 0 0 • g i l d a s c l u b c h i c a g o . o r g 2 SPECIAL EVENTS Family Day: Summer Potluck Saturday, August 22 | 12:30 – 2:00pm RSVP Required Join us as we celebrate Summer with a potluck and crafts! Held in conjunction with Noogie Days. Kids in the Kitchen Saturday, September 12 | 12:30 – 2:00pm RSVP Required Junior League’s Kids in the Kitchen is an association-wide initiative of the Association of Junior Leagues International (AJLI) designed to help communities address the urgent issues surrounding childhood obesity and poor nutrition. Educating both children and their families is key to alleviating this growing problem. These programs are designed to creatively educate children on crucial areas such as fitness and nutrition in a fun and hands-on fashion. YogAdventure Workshop for Teens (3-Week Series) Saturdays, September 12, 19 and 26 | 1:00 – 2:00pm RSVP Required This 3 part series workshop will consist of a one-hour class that will teach: simple yoga poses, breathing and mindful awareness techniques, and deep relaxation. Over time, these tools will allow life to unfold in a more harmonious way. Fall Festival Saturday, September 19 | 12:00 – 2:00pm RSVP Required Each year, Americans observe National Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 to October 15, by celebrating the histories, cultures and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America. Join fellow members in celebrating Hispanic culture. Entertainment will be provided. Please bring a dish to share with the community. We will also have festivities for kids in Noogieland and a small partner resource fair for our families featuring representatives from Camp Kesem Northwestern, 12 Oaks Foundation and Make-A-Wish Foundation. Don’t miss out! CANCER IN THE CLASSROOM offers support for students and educators touched by cancer. Our goal is to foster peer support through understanding of a cancer diagnosis and its impact on the classroom. Classrooms will participate in activities that give students the ability to express their feelings about cancer. Discussions focus on daily issues faced by students who have a loved one with cancer or who are living with a cancer diagnosis themselves. Students work together to identify ways to help. For those diagnosed, our program provides guidance for a smooth transition from treatment back to the classroom — and can serve as an outlet for expressing feelings through conversation and art. For more information please contact Noogieland Coordinator, Liz Sullivan, LCSW at 312-464-9900 x32 or [email protected]. SAVE THE DATE Noogiefest Saturday, October 24 | 11:00am - 1:00pm A Very Noogie Holiday Party Wednesday, December 9 | 5:00pm - 7:00pm Our 7th Annual Teen Essay Contest for High School Students will be back up and running this September! For more information please contact Noogieland Coordinator, Liz Sullivan, LCSW at 312-464-9900 x32 or [email protected] 3 1 2 - 4 6 4 -9 9 0 0 • g i l d a s c l u b c h i c a g o . o r g 3 SUPPORT GROUPS NETWORKING The following weekly support groups are available to individuals ages 18 and older and require being assigned to a group after a Customized Membership Plan is completed. Please call 312-464-9900 to schedule. WELLNESS GROUPS offer people with a cancer diagnosis who are in active treatment an opportunity to share thoughts, feelings, and information. Together, group participants experience warmth, understanding, support, and learn how to manage stress. Mondays at 12:00pm, 5:30pm Tuesdays at 6:00pm Wednesdays at 11:30am Saturdays at 10:30am OVARIAN WELLNESS: Second and Fourth Tuesdays at 6:00pm FAMILY/FRIENDS GROUPS offer those supporting a person with cancer the opportunity to discuss common issues. Together, individual family members, friends, and caregivers learn new ways to cope with their individual stress as well as ways to support their loved ones living with cancer. Tuesdays at 6:00pm Wednesdays at 6:00pm BEREAVEMENT GROUPS are open to any individual family member, friend, or caregiver who has lost a loved one to cancer. This group is most suitable for those who are continuing to experience distress several weeks after a loss. GROUPS These are drop-in groups designed for attendees with similar diagnoses or life situations to meaningfully connect with others and share information helpful on the cancer journey. Family and friends are welcome to attend where indicated. BLADDER CANCER MONTHLY NETWORKING GROUP Fourth Wednesday each month | 6:00 – 7:30pm Providing a forum for discussion and education on sensitive issues associated with lifestyle changes, body image, sleep, post-surgery issues, etc. This group is held in partnership with the Bladder Cancer Advocacy Network. BREAST CANCER MONTHLY NETWORKING GROUP Third Wednesday each month | 6:00 – 7:30pm An educational and emotionally safe group for women at all stages of their journey. Female family and friends welcome. LATINO MONTHLY NETWORKING GROUP Second Thursday each month | 10:00 – 11:30am A monthly group in Spanish for Latino patients, caregivers, family and friends to share information and experiences related to living with a cancer diagnosis. Wednesdays at 6:00pm Saturdays at 10:30am GRUPO DE APOYO LATINO Segundo jueves de cada mes | 10:00 – 11:30am Un grupo de apoyo mensual para pacientes Latinos y sus familiares en el cual pueden obtener información, compartir recursos y recibir apoyo emocional. All Support Groups are facilitated by licensed mental health professionals. Group participation requires a 12-week commitment. Those members who complete 12 weeks have the option to continue to participate in the group on an ongoing basis. Groups are not open for observation at any time. LIVING BEYOND LOSS MONTHLY NETWORKING GROUP Third Tuesday each month | 6:00 – 7:30 pm This caring, supportive group is open to anyone experiencing grief due to a cancer-related loss. Family and friends welcome. ALUMNI WELLNESS GROUP SOCIAL CIRCLE Second Saturday each month | 12:30 - 2:00pm Have you transitioned out of your Wellness Group and are wondering how previous group members are doing? Come check in at our monthly alumni social circle. Open to previous wellness group members. This group is member facilitated. MPN NETWORKING GROUP Meets Quarterly: Thursday, September 10 | 5:00 – 8:00pm Living with myeloproliferative neoplasms (MPNs) including,Polycythemia Vera (PV), Essential Thrombocythemia (ET) and Primary Myelofibrosis (PMF) can be frustrating and confusing, largely because these conditions are so misunderstood. This quarterly networking group give patients, family members and caregivers an opportunity to meet face to face to learn and network. This group is held in partnership with the MPN Research Foundation. POLISH CANCER SUPPORT GROUP (In Polish) Fourth Tuesday each month | 4:00 – 5:00pm This support group offers an opportunity for patients, caregivers, family members and friends to share information and experiences related to living with a cancer diagnosis. This group is free and open to those who themselves have cancer or are supporting a love one with cancer. POLSKA GRUPA WSPARCIA DLA OSÓB DOTKNIETYCH CHOROBA NOWOTWOROWA Kiedy: w ka'zdy 4-ty wtorek miesiąca od godziny 16:00 do 17:00 Ta grupa jest stworzona dla osób które przechodza przez choroba nowotworowa, jak zarówno ich rodzin i przyjaciół. To spotkanie jest okazja do wspólnej rozmowy, wsparcia i wzajemnej pomocy pomiadzy osobami które sa zwiazane z sytuacja choroby. Zapraszamy! PROSTATE CANCER MONTHLY NETWORKING GROUP Third Thursday each month | 6:00 – 7:30pm An active group with discussions on important topics such as treatment options, quality of life, incontinence, intimacy concerns and fear of recurrence. Family and friends welcome. This group is part of the UsTOO Prostate Cancer Education & Support Network. YOUNG ADULT NETWORKING GROUP Second Monday each month | 6:00 – 7:30pm This group is open to young adults who are living with cancer or supporting a family member or friend with cancer. YOUNG WOMEN WITH BREAST CANCER MONTHLY NETWORKING GROUP Second Tuesday each month | 6:00 – 7:30pm Attendees exchange stories, treatment tips, and share concerns re: nutrition, body image, and relationships, etc. This group is held in partnership with the Young Survival Coalition. 3 1 2 - 4 6 4 -9 9 0 0 • g i l d a s c l u b c h i c a g o . o r g 4 EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS Mind/Body/Spirit Classes are listed on page 11. EMPOWERING LECTURES Understanding Estate Administration Thursday, July 23 | 6:30 – 7:30pm RSVP Required After the death of a loved one, the estate administration process can be overwhelming. Knowing what to expect can make this process more manageable. Please RSVP to learn more about preparing for and managing this difficult task. Presented by: Attorney Hanny Pei-Rodriguez | Dutton & Casey, P.C., Attorneys at Law Light refreshments provided Building Your Support Network Tuesday, July 28 | 6:30 – 7:30pm RSVP Required This workshop will help you learn ways to explore your needs for cancer-related support and places to get it from such as GCC, family, friends or paid helpers. Learn ways to assess your needs with new tools that make building your support network easier. Presented by: Michelle Williams, LCSW Light refreshments provided Clinical Trials 101: Myths and Facts Thursday, August 20 | 6:30 – 7:30pm RSVP Required Clinical trials are necessary for the advancement of cancer care, but the concept of can be overwhelming and confusing. Receive an overview of the basics of the clinical trial process, while learning useful information for you to make more informed decisions about participating in a trial. Presented by: Sara Duffey, Clinical Trial Recruitment and Education Specialist | Northwestern University Robert H. Lurie Comprehensive Cancer Center Light refreshments provided NEW OFFERINGS! Six Senses Meditation and Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) Facilitated by Constance Sheehan, PhD, LCSW Constance Sheehan, PhD, LCSW, received a Master of Clinical Social Work at New York University and Ph.D. at Loyola University Chicago. She completed an Interdisciplinary Fellowship in Palliative Care at the Bronx VA and subsequently completed post-graduate studies at: NYU’s International Trauma Studies Program; Ackerman Institute for the Family; Harvard Medical School’s Mind/Body Medicine program as well as Harvard’s Positive Psychology in Mind/Body Medicine. See page 7 for details. Securing Your Care Preferences: Where Do Advance Directives Fit in? Thursday, August 27 | 6:00 – 7:30pm RSVP Required Living wills, Five Wishes and POLST - There are many types of advance directives for different situations with different levels of legality. Confused already? Life Matters Media will explain the many types of advance directives and the components of the Illinois Statutory Short Form Power of Attorney for Healthcare used by most individuals for their health directives. The importance of directives and how they guide providers in times of crisis will be explained by a physician employed in a local emergency department. Presented by: Mary F. Mulcahy, MD and Randi Belisomo | Life Matters Media This is the second installment of a quarterly series focusing on end-of-life planning. Attendees are encouraged but not required to attend all three sessions. Light refreshments provided Reclaiming Intimacy Wednesday, September 30 | 6:30 – 7:30pm RSVP Required – women only please The Reclaiming Intimacy after Cancer program has a mission to help women recapture their sensual and sexual selves through education, empowerment, and safe product offerings designed specifically for women following cancer diagnosis and treatment. Certified Pure Romance Consultants have embraced the opportunity to enhance the lives of women touched by cancer by providing women with the information and confidence they need to improve the quality of their sexual health. Presented by: Kimberly Ann Slattery Aguilar Light refreshments provided SUMMER HOURS Mon – Thurs 9am – 8pm | Fri 9am – 5pm | Sat 9am – 3pm | Sun Closed The Clubhouse will close at 3:00pm on Fridays until Labor Day CLUBHOUSE HOLIDAY CLOSINGS Friday, July 3rd Saturday, July 4th Saturday, September 5th Monday, September 7th 3 1 2 - 4 6 4 -9 9 0 0 • g i l d a s c l u b c h i c a g o . o r g 5 EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS SPECIAL EVENTS Mind/Body/Spirit Classes are listed on page 11. Pharmacy Lunch and Learn Series NUTRITION Sugar Feeds My Cancer: Fact or Fiction? Tuesday, July 7 | 6:00 – 7:30pm RSVP Required With so much information about cancer and sugar in the media and internet, it’s hard to keep the facts straight. Join Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, Becky C. Williamson on an evidence-based journey to decipher the mystery, bust myths, and calm fears about sugar as it relates to cancer prevention and recovery. Come learn what sugar does in your body and practical tips on sugar consumption. End the evening with a sweet-treat that’s both cancer-fighting and soul-satisfying. Presented by: Becky C. Williamson, MS, RDN, LDN of Be Balanced, LLC | Nutrition and Wellness for Real People Healthy Weight Loss & Weight Management in Cancer Treatment and Beyond Wednesday, August 12 | 6:00 – 7:30pm RSVP Required This program provides attendees with useful tips to assist with their personal weight management goals. Strategies will include mindful eating and portion control. In addition, attendees will experience a food demonstration illustrating how to incorporate super foods into your diet, with an option to try the recipes. This presentation experience will leave attendees empowered and excited about their health! Presenterd by: Mandi Kais, RD, LDN, Clinical Oncology Dietitian and Judith Hallisey, Executive Chef & Director of Menu and Program Development, Cancer Treatment Centers of America Visit your local before September 6th and enjoy one of their seasonal signature drink specials. A portion of proceeds from the Teaña Colada, White Tea Acai Squeeze or Hibiscus Ginger Ale will be donated to Gilda’s Club Chicago. Tea 101 Saturdays, July 11 and August 8 | 10:30 – 11:30am Join Argo Tea for Tea 101 where you will taste a varieTea of tea types, learn about the brewing process and discover the history and health benefits of tea. Select Fridays | 1 2:30 – 1:30pm Friday, August 28 - Tamoxifen Friday, September 25 - Pain Management Medications RSVP Required Brown bag it at GCC! Friendly pharmacists will explain how medications work, their efficacy, common side effects/risks, and any new research. Presented by: Oncology Pharmacy Residents and Sandeep Parsad, PharmD, BCOP, Clinical Pharmacy Manager Director, PGY2 Oncology Pharmacy Residency Program University of Chicago Medical Center INSPIRING ONE-SESSION WORKSHOPS Capture Your Life Story: A Memoir-Writing Workshop Friday, July 31 | 11:30am – 1:00pm RSVP Required Spend an hour writing, reflecting and sharing with others on what makes good writing leap off the page. Class includes a light workshop, reading samples and writing exercises. You could be the next Joan Didion or Dave Eggers! Open to all ages. Presented by: Nora Kerr | Founder of Memoir for Me (http://memoirforme.com) “Writing Your Life Out of a Box” Poetry Workshop Thursday, September 17 | 6:00 – 7:30 PM RSVP Required This workshop will provide a creative experience that will allow participants to feel more clarity, power, control and confidence in expressing themselves after cancer has impacted their lives. Sharing the work is optional, but encouraged. Presented by: Emily Thornton Calvo Emily Thornton Calvo is a two-time cancer survivor, a published poet, writer and artist. She has been a fixture in Chicago’s poetry community for more than 20 years. “Write for Life” Expressive Writing Workshop Friday, September 25 | 3:00 – 4:00pm RSVP Required Twenty years of research indicates that expressive writing–dealing with one’s deepest thoughts and feelings – may contribute to improved physical and emotional health. David Tabatsky’s Write for Life–the book and workshop–have proven to significantly help patients, caregivers and medical staff cope with cancer. Presented by: David Tabatsky | David is the author of Write for Life: Communicating Your Way Through Cancer, an inspirational guide and interactive workbook, co-author of Chicken Soup for the Soul’s The Cancer Book: 101 Stories of Courage, Support & Love and the editor of two cancer memoirs 3 1 2 - 4 6 4 -9 9 0 0 • g i l d a s c l u b c h i c a g o . o r g 6 SPECIAL EVENTS LIFESTYLE ENRICHING MULTI-SESSION SERIES SPECIAL EVENT Six Senses Meditation (6-Week Series) Shining the Light on Myeloproliferative Neoplasms (MPNs) Tuesdays, July 7 – August 11 | 9:00 – 10:00am Tuesdays, August 25 – September 29 | 9:00 – 10:00am Come to one or come to all! Six senses meditation focuses on each of our physiological senses: sight, hearing, taste, smell, and touch. The ability to detect other stimuli is often thought of as our sixth sense or our intuition. Each week we focus on one of our senses to better increase our overall awareness and strengthen our intuitive senses and understanding. The meditation groups draw upon the life experience and wisdom of all participants to generate possibilities of experiencing our lives more fully. Facilitator: Constance Sheehan, Ph.D., LCSW Thursday, September 10 | 5:00 – 8:00pm RSVP Required Join us for a Shining the Light on MPNs evening in partnership with Incyte, the MPN Research Foundation and the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society! Come for dinner, stay for information related to MPN’s and participate in a mind/body workshop. Mindful Based Stress Reduction (8-Week Series) Choose between: Wednesdays, July 8 – August 26 | 9:00 – 11:30am OR: Wednesdays, September 9 – October 28 | 9:00 – 11:30am SERIES RSVP Required – Attendance at each session is required for the 8-week series. (limit: 12 people per series) Mindful Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) is an 8-week intensive training in mindfulness meditation, based on ancient healing practices which bring together mindfulness mediation and gentle yoga. Mindfulness involves intentionally bringing awareness to present-moment experience with an attitude of openness and curiosity. Mindfulness is paying attention • to this moment • in this place • without judgment Mindfulness practice is ideal for cultivating greater awareness of the unity of mind and body, as well as of the ways the unconscious thoughts, feelings, and behaviors can undermine emotional, physical, and spiritual health. Mindfulness promotes the idea that remaining available to the reality of the moment and releasing judgment or the notion of control can actually support the processes of change. Facilitator: Constance Sheehan, Ph.D., LCSW SOCIAL EVENTS Improv (6-Week Series) Fall Festival Wednesdays, August 26 – September 30 | 6:00 – 8:00pm SERIES RSVP Required- Attendance each session is required for the 6 week series. (limit:12 people per series) This course is an introduction to the spontaneous movement and performance art form known as improvisation. Through guided movement games and exercises, attendees will delve into the basics of improvisation and long-form improvisation. The 6-week workshop will culminate in a final performance that you will be proud to invite your friends and family to watch. Brought to you by Chicago Ladies in Comedy, both men and women are welcome to this supportive and fun chance to play, pretend and learn a little more about improvisation while having fun and reducing the stresses of cancer. This class is open to both past and present participants. Facilitator: Rebecca Grossman, Chicago Ladies in Comedy New Member Breakfasts Second Saturdays: July 11, August 8, September 12 | 9:30 – 10:30am RSVP Required All members who joined GCC in the past month or so are cordially invited to get familiar with the Clubhouse, meet other new folks, and enjoy chatting over breakfast provided by GCC volunteers. Potluck Palooza! Select Tuesdays: July 21, August 18, September 22 | 6:00 – 7:00pm RSVP Required Join us for a great evening of conversation. Please bring a dish to share with friends that fits our themes below. July 21 - Red, White, and Blue Theme August 18 - ABC Theme (bring a dish that starts with the first letter of your last name) September 22 - Tailgate Theme Saturday, September 19 | 12:00 – 2:00pm RSVP Required Each year, Americans observe National Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 to October 15, by celebrating the histories, cultures and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America. Join Gilda’s Club Chicago in celebrating the Hispanic culture. Entertainment will be provided. Please bring a dish to share with the community. We will also have festivities for kids in Noogieland and a small partner resource fair for our families featuring representatives from Camp Kesem Northwestern, 12 Oaks Foundation, and Make-A-Wish Foundation. Don’t miss out! 3 1 2 - 4 6 4 -9 9 0 0 • g i l d a s c l u b c h i c a g o . o r g 7 Weekly support groups (not listed on the calendar) are available to patients and loved ones of all cancer diagnoses and prognoses. See “Support Groups” on pg. 4 or call 312-464-9900 SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY Gentle Yoga 10:30 AM JULY 2015 = RSVP REQUIRED THURSDAY FRIDAY T’ai Chi 12:30 PM SATURDAY CLUBHOUSE CLOSED FOR INDEPENDENCE DAY CLUBHOUSE CLOSED FOR INDEPENDENCE DAY = NO RSVP 1 Please note that if less than 5 people are registered 24 hours in advance, the program will be cancelled. * Requires attendance at all sessions Six Senses Meditation 9:00 AM Gentle Yoga 10:00 AM T’ai Chi Chih 12:45 PM Sugar Feeds My Cancer: Fact or Fiction 6:00 PM RSVP NIA 5:30 PM Yoga 7:00 PM 5 6 TEEN CAMP 9:00 AM RSVP* NIA 5:30 PM Young Adult NG 6:00 PM Yoga 7:00 PM 12 13 NIA 5:30 PM Yoga 7:00 PM 19 20 NIA 5:30 PM Yoga 7:00 PM 26 27 MBSR Class 1 9:00 AM RSVP* Gentle Yoga 10:30 AM 7 8 TEEN CAMP 9:00 AM RSVP* Six Senses Meditation 9:00 AM Gentle Yoga 10:00 AM Meditación Musical 11:30 AM Young Women with Breast Cancer NG 6:00 PM TEEN CAMP 9:00 AM RSVP* MBSR Class 2 9:00 AM RSVP* Gentle Yoga 10:30 AM Breast Cancer NG 6:00 PM 14 15 Six Senses Meditation 9:00 AM Gentle Yoga 10:00 AM Clase de Joyería 10:30 AM RSVP T’ai Chi Chih 12:45 PM Living Beyond Loss NG 6:00 PM Potluck Palooza! Red, White and Blue 6:00 PM RSVP MBSR Class 3 9:00 AM RSVP* Gentle Yoga 10:30 AM Bladder Cancer NG 6:00 PM Aikido 6:30 PM 21 22 Six Senses Meditation 9:00 AM Gentle Yoga 10:00 AM Polish NG 4:00 PM Building Your Support Network 6:30 PM RSVP MBSR Class 4 9:00 AM RSVP* Gentle Yoga 10:30 AM 28 29 Grupo de Apoyo Latino 10:00 AM Yoga 9:30 AM Zumba Gold11:30 AM T’ai Chi 12:30 PM Young Adult Yoga 6:00 PM 9 TEEN CAMP 9:00 AM RSVP* T’ai Chi 12:30 PM Prostate Cancer NG 6:00 PM La Vida Después del Cáncer 6:00 PM RSVP 16 T’ai Chi 12:30 PM Young Adult Yoga 6:00 PM Understanding Estate Administration 6:30 PM RSVP 23 T’ai Chi 12:30 PM 4 3 2 Yoga 9:00 AM ArtReach 9:00 AM New Member Breakfast 9:30 AM RSVP Tea 101 10:30 AM RSVP Restorative Yoga 11:00 AM Círculo de Tejer 12:00 PM T’ai Chi 12:00 PM 10 TEEN CAMP 9:00 AM RSVP* Yoga 9:30 AM Zumba Gold 11:30 AM 11 Yoga 9:00 AM Knitting 10:00 AM Caring Arts 10:00 AM Restorative Yoga 11:00 AM T’ai Chi 12:00 PM Members Giving Back 1:00 PM RSVP 17 Yoga 9:30 AM Programa Educativo de Nutrición 9:30 AM RSVP Zumba Gold 11:30 AM 24 18 Yoga 9:00 AM Caring Arts 10:00 AM Restorative Yoga 11:00 AM T’ai Chi 12:00 PM Círculo de Tejer 12:00 PM 25 Yoga 9:30 AM Writing Workshop: Capture Your Life Story 11:30 AM RSVP 30 31 3 1 2 - 4 6 4 -9 9 0 0 • g i l d a s c l u b c h i c a g o . o r g 8 Weekly support groups (not listed on the calendar) are available to patients and loved ones of all cancer diagnoses and prognoses. See “Support Groups” on pg. 4 or call 312-464-9900 SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY Yoga 9:00 AM Caring Arts 10:00 AM Knitting 10:00 AM Restorative Yoga 11:00 AM T’ai Chi 12:00 PM AUGUST 2015 = RSVP REQUIRED = NO RSVP 1 Please note that if less than 5 people are registered 24 hours in advance, the program will be cancelled. * Requires attendance at all sessions KIDS CAMP 9:00 AM RSVP* NIA 5:30 PM Yoga 7:00 PM 2 3 NIA 5:30 PM Young Adult NG 6:00 PM Yoga 7:00 PM 9 10 NIA 5:30 PM Yoga 7:00 PM 16 NIA 5:30 PM Yoga 7:00 PM 24 KIDS CAMP 9:00 AM RSVP* MBSR Class 5 9:00 AM RSVP* Gentle Yoga 10:30 AM KIDS CAMP 9:00 AM RSVP* T’ai Chi 12:30 PM KIDS CAMP 9:00 AM RSVP* Yoga 9:30 AM Zumba Gold 11:30 AM 4 5 6 Six Senses Meditation 9:00 AM Gentle Yoga 10:00 AM Meditación Musical 11:30 AM RSVP Young Women with Breast Cancer NG 6:00PM MBSR Class 6 9:00 AM RSVP* Gentle Yoga 10:30 AM Healthy Weight Management 6:00 PM RSVP Grupo de Apoyo Latino 10:00 AM T’ai Chi 12:30 PM Young Adult Yoga 6:00 PM 11 12 13 Gentle Yoga 10:00 AM Clase de Joyería 10:30 AM RSVP T’ai Chi Chih 12:45 PM Living Beyond Loss NG 6:00 PM Potluck Palooza! ABC Theme 6:00 PM RSVP 17 23 KIDS CAMP 9:00 AM RSVP* Six Senses Meditation 9:00 AM Gentle Yoga 10:00 AM T’ai Chi Chih 12:45 PM MBSR Class 7 9:00 AM RSVP* Gentle Yoga 10:30 AM Breast Cancer NG 6:00 PM 18 19 Six Senses Meditation 9:00 AM Gentle Yoga 10:00 AM Polish NG 4:00 PM MBSR Class 8 9:00 AM RSVP* Gentle Yoga 10:30 AM Bladder Cancer NG 6:00 PM Improv Class 1 6:00 PM RSVP* Aikido 6:30 PM 25 26 T’ai Chi 12:30 PM Prostate Cancer NG 6:00 PM Clinical Trials 101: Myths and Facts 6:30 PM RSVP 20 T’ai Chi 12:30 PM Young Adult Yoga 6:00 PM Securing Your Care Preferences 6:00 PM RSVP 7 Yoga 9:00 AM ArtReach 9:00 AM New Member Breakfast 9:30 AM RSVP Tea 101 10:30 AM RSVP Restorative Yoga 11:00 AM T’ai Chi 12:00 PM Círculo de Tejer 12:00 PM Taller de Escritura 1:00 PM RSVP 8 Yoga 9:00 AM Caring Arts 10:00 AM Knitting 10:00 AM Restorative Yoga 11:00 AM T’ai Chi 12:00 PM Yoga 9:30 AM Zumba Gold 11:30 AM 14 Yoga 9:30 AM Zumba Gold11:30 AM 15 Yoga 9:00 AM Caring Arts 10:00 AM Círculo de Tejer 10:00 AM Restorative Yoga 11:00 AM T’ai Chi 12:00 PM Noogie Days/ Family Summer 12:30 PM RSVP 21 Yoga 9:30 AM Programa Educativo de Nutrición 9:30 AM RSVP Zumba Gold 11:30 AM Pharmacy Lunch and Learn 12:30 PM RSVP 22 Yoga 9:00 AM Caring Arts 10:00 AM Restorative Yoga 11:00 AM T’ai Chi 12:00 PM NIA 5:30 PM Yoga 7:00 PM 30 31 27 28 29 3 1 2 - 4 6 4 -9 9 0 0 • g i l d a s c l u b c h i c a g o . o r g 9 Weekly support groups (not listed on the calendar) are available to patients and loved ones of all cancer diagnoses and prognoses. See “Support Groups” on pg. 4 or call 312-464-9900 SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY Six Senses Meditation 9:00 AM Gentle Yoga 10:00 AM T’ai Chi Chih 12:45 PM 1 CLUBHOUSE CLOSED FOR LABOR DAY 6 Six Senses Meditation 9:00 AM Gentle Yoga 10:00 AM Meditación Musical 11:30 AM Young Women with Breast Cancer NG 6:00 PM 7 NIA 5:30 PM Young Adult NG 6:00 PM Yoga 7:00 PM 13 14 NIA 5:30 PM Yoga 7:00 PM 20 NIA 5:30 PM MBSR Class 1 9:00 AM RSVP* Gentle Yoga 10:30 AM Improv Class 3 6:00 PM RSVP* El Estigma del Cáncer 6:00 PM RSVP Six Senses Meditation 9:00 AM Gentle Yoga 10:00 AM Clase de Joyería 10:30 AM RSVP Living Beyond Loss NG 6:00 PM MBSR Class 2 9:00 AM RSVP* Gentle Yoga 10:30 AM Breast Cancer NG 6:00 PM Improv Class 4 6:00 PM RSVP* 15 16 22 FRIDAY T’ai Chi 12:30 PM MBSR Class 3 9:00 AM RSVP* Gentle Yoga 10:30 AM Bladder Cancer NG 6:00 PM Improv Class 5 6:00 PM RSVP* Aikido 6:30 PM 23 MBSR Class 4 9:00 AM RSVP* Gentle Yoga 10:30 AM Improv Class 6 6:00 PM RSVP* Reclaiming Intimacy after Cancer 6:30 PM RSVP 3 Grupo de Apoyo Latino 10:00 AM T’ai Chi 12:30 PM Young Adult Yoga 6:00 PM Shine the Light on MPN 5:00 PM RSVP 28 29 30 CLUBHOUSE CLOSED FOR LABOR DAY 4 Yoga 9:30 AM Zumba Gold11:30 AM 10 T’ai Chi 12:30 PM Poetry Workshop 6:00 PM RSVP Prostate Cancer NG 6:00 PM 11 Yoga 9:30 AM Zumba Gold 11:30 AM 17 T’ai Chi 12:30 PM Young Adult Yoga 6:00 PM 5 Yoga 9:00 AM ArtReach 9:00 AM New Member Breakfast 9:30 AM RSVP Restorative Yoga 11:00 AM T’ai Chi 12:00 PM Círculo de Tejer 12:00 PM Kids in the Kitchen 12:30 PM RSVP YogAdventure for Teens #1 1:00 PM RSVP 12 Yoga 9:00 AM Caring Arts (Early Start) 9:00 AM Knitting 10:00 AM Restorative Yoga 11:00 AM Fall Festival 12:00 PM RSVP T’ai Chi 12:00 PM YogAdventure for Teens #2 1:00 PM RSVP 18 Yoga 9:30 AM Zumba Gold11:30 AM Pharmacy Lunch and Learn 12:30 PM RSVP “Write for Life” Workshop 3:00 PM RSVP 24 19 Yoga 9:00 AM Caring Arts 10:00 AM Restorative Yoga 11:00 AM T’ai Chi 12:00 PM Círculo de Tejer 12:00 PM Noogie Days 12:30 PM RSVP YogAdventure for Teens #3 1:00 PM RSVP 25 26 SEPT 2015 = RSVP REQUIRED 27 SATURDAY Yoga 9:30 AM Zumba Gold11:30 AM 2 9 Six Senses Meditation 9:00 AM Gentle Yoga 10:00 AM Members Giving Back 5:30PM RSVP Yoga 7:00 PM Gentle Yoga 10:30 AM Improv Class 2 6:00 PM RSVP* 8 Six Senses Meditation 9:00 AM Gentle Yoga 10:00 AM T’ai Chi Chih 12:45 PM Polish NG 4:00 PM Potluck Palooza! Tailgate 6:00 PM RSVP 21 THURSDAY = NO RSVP Please note that if less than 5 people are registered 24 hours in advance, the program will be cancelled. * Requires attendance at all sessions 3 1 2 - 4 6 4 -9 9 0 0 • g i l d a s c l u b c h i c a g o . o r g 10 HEALTHY LIFESTYLE PROGRAMS MIND/BODY/SPIRIT CLASSES Please note: Wear comfortable clothing and arrive promptly for the following classes at the designated start times. Thank You! Aikido Fourth Wednesdays each month | 6:30 – 7:30pm Aikido is a Japanese martial art that is defined as “the way of harmonizing energy.” The study of Aikido teaches one to develop an awareness of the unity of the mind and body to help facilitate our application into our daily stresses with “living calmness.” Students take part in low-impact physical and mental exercises designed to strengthen the body and sharpen the mind through the study of the wooden sword (Bokken), breathing exercises and meditation. NIA: Release and Mobilize Mondays | 5:30 – 6:45pm Learn acupressure techniques and safe stretches in this 75-minute workshop designed to reduce pain and release scar tissue that restricts normal range of motion, while increasing the flow of energy throughout the body. In the NIA technique (Neuromuscular Integrative Action) portion of the class, explore enjoyable, healing ways to move to music, restore balance and harmony, and uplift spirits. Yoga Mondays | 7:00 – 8:30pm Fridays | 9:30 – 11:00am Saturdays | 9:00 – 10:30am Breathe. Stretch your body and mind. Develop flexibility and balance. Gentle Yoga Tuesdays | 10:00 – 11:00am Wednesdays | 10:30 – 11:30am Features gentle stretches and poses. Great for beginners. Restorative Yoga Saturdays | 11:00am – 12:00pm A relaxing class using props and chairs as needed to refresh the mind and body. Ideal for people with limited mobility and beginners. Young Adult Yoga 2nd and 4th Thursdays | 6:00 – 7:30pm A class for young adults in their 20s and 30s who are living with cancer or supporting a friend or loved one with cancer. T’ai Chi Thursdays | 12:30 – 1:30pm Saturdays | 12:00 – 1:00pm An ancient Chinese exercise combining physical movement and meditation. T’ai Chi Chih Select Tuesdays: July 7 and 21, August 4 and 18, September 1 and 22 | 12:45 – 1:45pm Based on ancient Chinese wisdom and consisting of 19 simple and slow gentle movements. T’ai Chi Chih is a mix of meditation and movement that has been shown to reduce stress and can be done while sitting or standing. Zumba Gold™ Fridays | 11:30am – 12:30pm Zumba Gold™ takes the popular Latin-dance inspired workout of Zumba™ and makes it accessible for seniors, beginners or others needing modifications in their exercise routine. It builds cardiovascular health by challenging the heart and working the muscles of the hips, legs and arms with dance moves. ACTIVITIES FOR STRESS REDUCTION ArtReach Second Saturdays: July 11, August 8, September 12 | 9:00am – 12:00pm ArtReach seeks to transform individuals and their communities through the provision of high quality and innovative art instruction using clay as a means of expression. ArtReach believes creative expression is a fundamental need for all people and is the non-profit sister organization to the Lillstreet Art Center. Caring Arts Saturdays (except second Saturdays): July 18, July 25, August 1, August 15, August 22, August 29, September 19*, September 26 | 10:00am – 2:00pm An exciting program instructed and facilitated by Jordi Pedrola, a fine artist from Spain, who has used different artistic media in helping individuals develop their artistic expression. No prior artistic skills required; just the desire to express yourself. *Early class on September 19; scheduled 9:00am – noon Knitting First and Third Saturdays: July 18, August 1, August 15, September 19 | 10:00 – 11:30 am Explore the wonderful world of handcrafted fibers as you learn the art of crocheting and knitting. Results guaranteed in the first class! 3 1 2 - 4 6 4 -9 9 0 0 • g i l d a s c l u b c h i c a g o . o r g 11 PROGRAMA LATINO DE GILDA’S CLUB CHICAGO NUESTRA MISIÓN Lograr que todas las personas afectadas por el cáncer adquieran el poder del conocimiento, la fuerza de la acción y el respaldo de la comunidad. Para más información, llame a Jeanette Santana al 312-464-9900 o envié un correo electrónico a [email protected]. ACTIVIDADES Y TALLERES Círculo de Tejer (Knitting) segundo y cuarto sábado del mes | 12:00 – 1:30pm Únase a otros participantes para tejer o hacer punto de cruz. No es necesario experiencia previa. Clase de Arte (Caring Arts) sábados (excepto el segundo sábado del mes) | 10:00am – 2:00pm Un programa innovador dirigido por Jordi Pedrola. El Sr. Pedrola es un pintor de España que ha usado distintos medios artísticos para ayudar a los individuos desarrollar su expresión artística. No se requiere experiencia previa. Aviso clase temprano: el 19 de septiembre, se reunirá de 9:00am – noon. Clase de Joyería (Jewelry Making) Tercer martes del mes, 21 de julio, 18 de agosto y 15 de septiembre | 10:30am – 12:00pm Se requiere reservación Aprenda como crear tus propios collares, aretes y esclavas. Clase de Barro (ArtReach) Segundo sábado del mes, 11 de julio, 8 de agosto y 12 de septiembre | 9:00am – 12:00pm Exprese su creatividad usando barro para crear sus propias obras de arte. Desayuno para Nuevos Participantes (New Member Breakfast) 11 de julio, 8 de agosto y 12 de septiembre | 9:30 – 10:30am Se requiere reservación Acompañe otros miembros del club en un desayuno en donde se le dará la bienvenida al club. Meditación Musical Segundo martes del mes | 11:30am – 12:30pm 14 de julio, 11 de agosto, 8 de septiembre ¿Buscas ponerte en contacto contigo mismo? Este taller te conectará con tu espíritu y con tu energía. Horario de Verano El club cerrará a las 3:00pm los viernes durante los meses de julio y agosto. Regresamos al horario usual el viernes, 11 de septiembre. Dias Festivos El club estará cerrado viernes, 3 de julio y sábado, 4 de julio para el Dia de la Indepedencia. El club también estará cerrado el sábado, 5 de septiembre y lunes, 7 de septiembre para Labor Day. Yoga lunes 7:00 – 8:30pm | viernes 9:30 – 11:00am | sábados 9:00 – 10:30am Respire, estire su cuerpo y mente, desarrolle flexibilidad y balance. Use ropa cómoda. Yoga Restaurativa martes 10:00 – 11:00am | miércoles 10:30 – 11:30am | sábados | 11:00am – 12:00pm Una clase de relajación que usa herramientas para ayudar aquellos con limitaciones en su movilidad. T’ai Chi jueves 12:30 – 1:30pm | sábados 12:00 – 1:00pm Una antigua forma de ejercicio chino que combina el ejercicio físico con la meditación. Zumba Gold ™ viernes | 11:30am – 12:30pm Clase para mejorar sus fuerzas, flexibilidad y su conexión entre la mente y cuerpo. Todo nivel está bienvenido. Taller de Escritura sábado, 8 de agosto | 1:00 – 2:30pm Se requiere reservación Ven y escribe acerca de lo que sientas. Empezaremos con meditación y después tendremos una sección de escritura informal. Puedes escribir en cualquier formato que tú quieras, y habrá oportunidad para que leas en voz alta lo que escribiste, si así lo deseas. Internet 101 (Internet Básico) Este taller es presentado en español y cubre los puntos básicos sobre el internet, como el uso de las máquinas de búsqueda, cómo descargar y subir archivos, y el uso del correo electrónico, que incluye como crear una cuenta y cómo responder y reenviar correo. También aprenderá como crear una cuenta en la red social en Twitter y Facebook. Para registrase para este taller, por favor llame a Jeanette al 312-464-9900 ext. 12 PROGRAMA EDUCATIVO DE NUTRICIÓN viernes, 24 de julio, 28 de agosto | 9:30am – 11:30am Se requiere reservación EFNEP es un programa educativo sobre la nutrición para familias dirigido por la Universidad de Illinois. El programa es diseñado para ayudar a las familias a aprender cómo hacer decisiones de nutrición que mejoren la dieta y salud de la familia. Grupo de Apoyo Latino jueves, 9 de julio, 13 de agosto, 10 de septiembre | 10:00am – 11:30am Un grupo de apoyo mensual para pacientes Latinos y sus familiares en el cual pueden obtener información, compartir recursos y recibir apoyo emocional. 3 1 2 - 4 6 4 -9 9 0 0 • g i l d a s c l u b c h i c a g o . o r g 12 TALLERES / CHARLAS La Vida Después del Cáncer - Estrategias para hacerse Cargo de su Salud y Bienestar jueves, 16 de julio | 6:00 – 7:30pm Se requiere reservación La vida después que el tratamiento del cáncer ha terminado puede ser un reto. Basado en las últimas investigaciones sobre la calidad de vida de los sobrevivientes de cáncer, esta charla se centrará en estrategias prácticas para hacerse cargo de su salud y optimizar su bienestar físico, mental y emocional durante este período de transición y más allá. El Estigma del Cáncer en la Comunidad Latina (Parte de nuestro trabajo con Fuerzas Unidas, Promotores de Salud) martes, 9 de septiembre | 6:00 – 8:00pm Se requiere reservación Involucrase en su comunidad, conozca otros lideres comunitarios y profesionales y aprenda como compartir información sobre el cáncer con los demás. El Tema de discusión será “El Estigma del Cancer en la Comunidad Latina.” Cena incluida. ACTIVIDADES SOCIALES Convivio de Miembros martes, 21 de julio, 18 de agosto, 22 de septiembre 6:00 - 7:00pm Se requiere reservación Comparta historias y conozca personas. Traiga un platillo para compartir de acuerdo al tema del mes. 21 de julio, Tema: Rojo, Azul y Blanco 18 de agosto, Tema: ABC (traiga un platillo que comienza con la primer letra de su nombre) 22 de septiembre, Tema: “Tailgate” Festival de Otoño sábado, 19 de septiembre | 12:00 – 2:00pm Se requiere reservación Cada año, los estadounidenses observan el Mes Nacional de la Herencia Hispana del 15 de septiembre al 15 de octubre con la celebración de las historias, culturas y contribuciones de los ciudadanos estadounidenses cuyos antepasados vinieron de España, México, el Caribe, Centro y Sur América. Participa en la celebración de la cultura hispana en Gilda’s Club Chicago. Se proporcionará entretenimiento. Favor de traer un plato de comida para compartir con los demás miembros del club. Habrá actividades para los niños. NOOGIELAND: PROGRAMA PARA NIÑOS Y JÓVENES Este programa es diseñado especialmente para niños y jóvenes con un diagnóstico de cáncer, que tengan a un ser querido viviendo con cáncer, o que han perdido a un ser querido debido al cáncer. GRUPOS DE APOYO Para más información, llame a Jeanette Santana al 312-464-9900 o envié un correo electrónico a [email protected]. Kid Support (en inglés) -- Grupo de Apoyo para Niños Se requiere reservación Este grupo de apoyo es para niños de 4 a 12 años que tienen cáncer, o que tienen a un familiar que ha sido diagnosticado con cáncer. Este grupo dura 10 semanas y les ofrece a los niños la oportunidad de hacer amistades y aprender destrezas que les ayudarán a vivir con el estrés de esta enfermedad. Grupo de Duelo (en inglés) Se requiere reservación Este grupo de apoyo es para niños de edades de 4 a 11 años de edad que han perdido a un ser querido a causa del cáncer. Los niños desarrollarán un mejor entendimiento acerca de la muerte y el sentimiento de pérdida debido a la muerte de un ser querido. Esta es una oportunidad de compartir sentimientos y aprender nuevos métodos para lidiar con la vida y con los cambios familiares. PRÓXIMAMENTE MARQUE SU CALENDARIO Noogiefest (Fiesta de Halloween) sábado, 24 de octubre | 11:00am - 1:00pm Fiesta de Navidad para Niños miércoles, 9 de diciembre | 5:00 - 7:00pm ACTIVIDADES DE NOOGIELAND Días de Noogie (en inglés) sábado, 8 de agosto, 22 de agosto, y 26 de septiembre 12:30 – 2:00pm Se requiere reservación Programa que ofrece artes manuales y juegos para niños. Yoga para Jóvenes (en inglés) sábado, 12 de septiembre, 19 de septiembre, 26 de septiembre 1:00 – 2:00pm Se requiere reservación Esta serie de tres partes, se enfocará en enseñarles a los jóvenes poses simples, técnicas de respiración y relajación que con el tiempo con lleva a una vida más balanceada. NIÑOS EN LA COCINA (KIDS IN THE KITCHEN) sábado, 12 de septiembre | 12:30 – 2:00pm Se requiere reservación Un programa para educar a los niños y sus familias a como comer y cocinar más saludable. Este programa se enfoca en enseñarles a los niños la importancia de la nutrición y el ejercicio. Día de Familia: Convivio de Verano sábado, 22 de agosto | 12:30 – 2:00pm Se requiere reservación Invitamos a las familias y sus niños a un convivio. Traiga un platillo para compartir. Habrá artes manuales para los niños. 3 1 2 - 4 6 4 -9 9 0 0 • g i l d a s c l u b c h i c a g o . o r g 13 MEMBERS GIVING BACK VOLUNTEER SPOTLIGHT WAYS TO GET INVOLVED TIFFANY HAYWOOD BUCKTOWN 5K Sunday, September 13, 2015 Join Gilda’s Club Chicago as the official charity partner of the Bucktown 5k. If you are interested in running, forming a team or volunteering, please reach out to Nadia Garcia at [email protected]. GREAT GATSBY CASINO NIGHT Saturday, September 19, 2015 $150 individual tickets Montgomery Club - 500 West Superior, Chicago IL Roar into the 20’s with a Great Gatsby Casino Night, presented by Erie-LaSalle Body Shop to benefit Gilda’s Club Chicago. Enjoy an evening of live music, dinner by Gibson’s, cocktails, casino tables and raffle. www.erielasallecasinonight.com NIGHT OF A THOUSAND NOOGIES Tiffany first heard about Gilda’s Club Chicago at an Oak Lawn community event in 2013. She was already an active volunteer at Advocate Christ Medical Center and was very excited to learn that Gilda’s Club would be opening a new satellite location in the Outpatient Pavilion. She attended the first GCC Volunteer Orientation prior to the official opening, and made sure to complete the first Customized Membership Plan (CMP) at the ACMC Clubhouse. From the very beginning, she knew that she wanted to help spread the word about Gilda’s Club Chicago in the community, and signed up to do outreach right away. She is a self-proclaimed, “Networking Opportunist,” who isn’t shy about talking to others about the GCC mission. She attends events and programs all throughout the city. “I wish more people would take advantage of what Gilda’s Club has to offer. We’re in this together,” said Tiffany. She likes the relaxed atmosphere and interacting with the staff, volunteers and members both inside and out of the Clubhouse. Members Giving Back Info Session: Saturday, July 18 | 1:00pm, Tuesday, September 29 | 5:30pm RSVP Required Looking for a way to help out this year? Look no further, Gilda’s Club Chicago has plenty of ways for members to get involved. Join GCC staff for this informational session on the different ways that you can give back to the Club. Saturday, October 17, 2015 - $75 General; $125 VIP 7 p.m.; Park West – 322 West Armitage Avenue, Chicago, IL Join the Gilda’s Club Chicago Associate Board when famous Chicagoans and the cast of The Second City make audiences laugh at their annual “Night of A Thousand Noogies” signature comedy event to raise money for those living with cancer. The event will feature original scenes and songs through improvisation that honor Chicago’s finest celebrity characters. Guests will enjoy a one-of-a-kind improv comedy show, raffle, silent auction and drinks. Proceeds from the event benefit Gilda’s Club Chicago, a free support community for men, women, children, families and friends touched by cancer. For more information, contact Nadia Garcia, Gilda’s Club Chicago Development Manager, at 312-464-9900 or [email protected]. WORKPLACE GIVING If your company is participating in annual workplace giving campaigns such as United Way, Community Shares of Illinois, Combined Federal Campaign, you can choose Gilda’s Club Chicago to receive a donation. To direct your annual workplace gift to Gilda’s Club Chicago, request a designation form from your employer, write in Gilda’s Club Chicago, EIN: 36-4115144. DIY EVENTS/COMMUNITY EVENTS/PEER TO PEER FUNDRAISING Interested in fundraising for Gilda’s Club Chicago? Have an idea for an event, know of an existing event you would like to get Gilda’s Club Chicago involved with? For more information please contact Nadia Garcia, Development Manager at 312-464-9900 or [email protected]. 3 1 2 - 4 6 4 -9 9 0 0 • g i l d a s c l u b c h i c a g o . o r g 14 HOSPITAL PROGRAMS Advocate Christ Medical Center Outpatient Pavilion, Ground Floor 4440 W. 95th Street Oak Lawn, IL Mt. Sinai Hospital 1501 S. California 6th floor, Oling-Sang Building Oncology Department MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY WEEKENDS Clubhouse Closed Breast Cancer Boot Camp Music (3 South) Support Groups Tai Chi Yoga A Gift of Relaxation Art Networking Groups Zumba Become a Member Breast Cancer Boot Camp Networking Groups Yoga Clubhouse closed most Fridays Open Saturdays 9:00am-1:00pm Family Art Networking Group Yoga Zumba Fitness Special Events & Workshops Art Jewelry Making Art Jewelry Making Robert H. Lurie Comprehensive Medical Center of Northwestern University Galter Pavilion, 21st floor 675 N. St. Clair Crafts Knitting Yoga Music Tuesdays Galter 21, Infusion Suite Artist in Residence Prentice Women’s Hospital 250 E. Superior A Gift of Relaxation Chair Yoga Henna Art Tattoos Art as Relaxation Jewelry Making T’ai Chi Chih Argo Tea Presentations Knitting Caregiver Support Group Afternoon with Music Artist in Residence Polish Support Group (5th floor) Prentice 4th floor, Maggie Daley Center Journaling (5th floor) Spirituality (chapel) Jewelry Making Yoga Afternoon with Music Prentice 4, Infusion Suite Artist in Residence Arkes 21, Infusion Suite Artist in Residence Rush University Medical Center 1725 W. Harrison, 10th Floor Professional Building Art Chair Yoga Jewelry Making T’ai Chi Chih Chair Yoga Games Jewelry Making Networking Groups Inpatient Tower Building, Atrium Building, Kellogg Building 10 Minute Relaxation Art 10 Minute Relaxation Art Chair Yoga Games Networking Groups 10 Minute Relaxation Check the calendars for special events Gilda’s Club Chicago also provides programming at Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago. This is an overview of activities. For more information or to view the current program calendar for the Clubhouse and hospital locations, visit www.gildasclubchicago.org or call 312-464-9900. HOSPITAL PROGRAM COORDINATORS FOR EACH SITE: Advocate Christ Medical Center – Oak Lawn Jessica Sittig, LCSW, R-DMT 708-684-9505 [email protected] Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago Megan Brady, LCPC, ATR-BC, ext. 11 [email protected] Mt. Sinai Hospital Tamika Perry, MS, ext. 33 [email protected] Robert H. Lurie Comprehensive Cancer Center of Northwestern University Gosha Thornton, LSW, ext. 22 [email protected] Rush University Medical Center Lindsay Slomiany, LCSW, ext. 11 [email protected] 10 Minute Relaxation Art Caregivers Group 3 1 2 - 4 6 4 -9 9 0 0 • g i l d a s c l u b c h i c a g o . o r g 15 NON-PROFIT ORG. U.S. POSTAGE PAID CHICAGO, IL PERMIT NO. 3209 537 North Wells Street Chicago, Illinois 60654 PH: 312-464-9900 FAX: 312-464-1487 PLEASE HELP US GO GREEN! Please send us your email so we can send the calendar electronically instead of by snail mail. Email your address to: [email protected] Free cancer support for the whole family, the whole time At Gilda’s Club Chicago, our mission is to ensure that all people impacted by cancer are empowered by knowledge, strengthened by action and sustained by community. Our innovative program, including more than 350 free activities each month, is an essential complement to medical care and includes healthy lifestyle workshops, educational lectures, social opportunities, support and networking groups, and resource referrals. Gilda’s Club Chicago is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization and is funded through donations from individuals, businesses, foundations and special events. We’re easy to find! Join, volunteer, or donate. www.gildasclubchicago.org www.facebook.com/GildasClubCHI @GildasClubCHI Gilda’s Club Chicago