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Ellen
& Katie Muller When I was diagnosed
with breast cancer in May of 2006, I was very grateful I could turn to
Gilda's Club for the support I needed. It was here I could talk to
other survivors and people going through the same things I was going
through. It made the process of chemo, losing my hair, etc. all that
much more bearable when I knew at some point I would come out on the other
side of it. The only thing that bothered me, though, and what I kept
sharing with the program director and other counselors there, was that there
wasn't enough support for small children of cancer patients. My
daughter was three when I was diagnosed, and though my husband and I were
always positive with her in our honest sharing of how I was doing, she still
worried about me and my health (especially when chemo left me
bald). Small children need a special way of handling a cancer
diagnosis and anything else that goes with it. I was so happy
when I was told that they were starting Noogieland in the spring of
2007. Noogieland is an
excellent program that provides young children with a way of expressing how
they feel about cancer in a safe environment with other children who know
exactly how they feel because they are going through it, too. Even
though I am now cancer-free, my daughter, Katie is hard-pressed to miss a
week of Noogieland. The activities at Noogieland, not my
reassurances, are what have convinced her that cancer is not going to kill me
- something that had been a fear of hers for a long time. Ellen Muller, Member Introducing "Art from the Heart!" Edward Moran (American
1829-1901) Fishing Fleet at
Sunset Donated by Mary
Goldenberg We are now soliciting
donations of fine art – paintings, sculpture, manuscripts, first editions,
photographs, antiques - which will then be sold at auction. If
you have a piece of artwork that needs a new home, please think of donating
it to Gilda’s Club. The process is simple. Click here for details. Upcoming Events Benefiting Gilda's Club South Jersey... Le Tour de Downbeach Family Bike Ride Sunday, September 12 Click here for details! Hope
Music Fest Saturday, September 25 Details coming soon...
Have you been
personally impacted by breast cancer? If so, please take 5 minutes
to take the survey in the link below. We greatly appreciate your
time and insight. Our Speakers Bureau is
always looking for new speaking engagements. If your civic group,
professional organization, school, church or synagogue would like to learn
about Gilda’s Club, please call or email Barbara@gildasclubsouthjersey.org. |
New Member Meetings
the Gilda’s Club program & tour
the clubhouse. Attendance is required before participating
in any group or workshop. Call (609) 926-2699 to register. Noogieland
while parents/caregivers attend clubhouse
groups & activities. Super Saturdays - twice a month Sponsored by Atlantic Medical Imaging
August 28 - Noogieland Dragon Boat Paddle! Contact Lori Stranges, Noogieland Manager, (609) 926-2699 or lori@gildasclubsouthjersey.org to register or for more information. Program Highlights Registration required – Call (609) 926-2699 to register! “When Income Decreases, but the Bills Don’t” Wednesday, August 11 Learn strategies
& tips for learning how to cope with one of the most stressful events in
your life by being financially prepared if your income decreases or you are
facing a job loss. Review how to prioritize your bills &
outstanding debt, identify problem areas & establish a practical spending
& savings plan. Gilda’s Gladiators - Back Bay Paddle Sunday, August 15 8:30 am - sign in/warm up 9 am - paddle Viking Rowing Club, Ventnor Men’s Night – Dragon Boat Paddle! Monday, August 16 A new, monthly,
facilitated group for men touched by cancer in any way. Whether you are
a patient or survivor, a family member or friend, or have lost a loved one,
come be with other guys for support & camaraderie. This month –
take a paddle on the Dragon Boat! Open to ALL GUYS! You're
encouraged to bring your sons and/or grandsons. Call to register. Lung Cancer Group Wednesday, August 18 “Couples & Cancer” Wednesday, August 18 Facilitated
group for couples touched by cancer in any way. This group meets every
other month. Cancer tends to
magnify all things in your life, both good & bad. Great
relationships can be strengthened, while couples who are struggling may
struggle even more. Regardless of the status of your relationship, a
cancer diagnosis can challenge both partners. Meet other couples
touched by cancer & gain wisdom & support. Light supper
included. Parents Living with Loss Wednesday, August 18 Facilitated, monthly
group for members who have lost a child from cancer. “Skincare-Makeup Party!” at bluemercury Thursday, August 19 Learn
from specialists ways to brighten your skin, minimize jaundice, pencil in
eyebrows & eyelashes. Is something on your mind? Discuss it
with our skincare, makeup & wellness experts. And that’s not
all…how about a chair or hand massage? bluemercury is located in the
Quarter at the Tropicana Resort, Atlantic City. Complimentary
parking provided by the Tropicana. Registration required & limited
to 15 different members each month (609) 926-2699. “Ask the Doctor” about Anemia & Cancer Wednesday, August 25 Julianne Childs, DO,
FACOI, Hematologist/Oncologist, Hope Community Cancer Center, Gilda’s Club
South Jersey Medical Resource Council, will discuss the treatment of anemia
in people living with cancer, as well as other hematology related issues. The NJ Special Needs Registry! Thursday, August 26 Learn about the NJ
Special Needs Registry- a free, voluntary & confidential way to protect
yourself & your family before, during & after an emergency.
Advanced planning & preparedness is especially important for people
living with cancer because of physical or cognitive limitations, medical
equipment, medications & more that may make it difficult to self-evacuate
quickly & safely in the event of a major disaster, such as a hurricane. |
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