Programs
To fulfill our commitment to assist individuals and families affected by cancer,
we offer a variety of programs that support physical,
emotional, social, and spiritual well-being.
Some of our programs include:
Support Groups
Gilda’s Club Memphis Support groups provide a safe and supportive environment for individuals and families affected by cancer. Our support groups let you share your experiences, feelings, and challenges with others who are facing similar situations. These groups are facilitated by trained professionals and provide a space for participants to receive emotional support, exchange practical information and tips, and connect with others in similar situations.
Our support groups may benefit those looking for a sense of community, as well as those seeking practical and emotional support in their cancer journey. With a variety of groups for different needs and stages of cancer, Gilda’s Club Memphis Support groups offer an opportunity for individuals and families to find comfort, hope, and healing through connection with others.
Educational Workshops
Gilda’s Club Memphis offers a wide range of educational workshops designed to provide patients and families affected by cancer with practical information and useful skills to help them manage their cancer journey. These workshops cover a variety of topics, such as coping with cancer, nutrition and physical activity, stress management, and more.
Trained professionals facilitate each workshop and foster a supportive environment for participants to learn and ask questions. The workshops’ purpose is to provide individuals and families with the knowledge and tools they need to manage their cancer journey with confidence and resilience. Attendance helps individuals and families gain a better understanding of their cancer experience and develop new strategies to support their physical and emotional well-being.
Mind-body Programs
Gilda’s Club Memphis offers mind-body programs that help cancer patients manage stress and improve their physical and emotional well-being. These programs include yoga, tai chi, mindfulness meditation, and more.
The mind-body programs are facilitated by trained professionals who offer a supportive environment for participants to engage in physical and mental practices that can help reduce stress, promote relaxation, and boost overall well-being. Participation in these programs lets individuals develop new skills and habits to support their physical and emotional health, and connect with others in a supportive community. The goal of the mind-body program at Gilda’s Club is to provide individuals with the tools and support they need to manage the challenges of a cancer diagnosis and build resilience in their cancer journey.
Kids and Teens Programs
When cancer touches a family with children, it can strike the family unit particularly hard. Gilda’s Club Memphis offers a children and family program to support children and families affected by cancer. Our program provides a safe and supportive environment for children to express their emotions, as well as support groups for families to connect with others facing similar challenges.
Trained professionals provide various activities, such as art therapy, play therapy, and support groups, to help children and families cope with the impact of a cancer diagnosis. By participating in this program, children and families can gain a sense of community, build resilience, and find comfort in knowing that they are not alone in their cancer journey. The goal of the children and family program at Gilda’s Club is to provide support and resources to families facing a cancer diagnosis and help them navigate the challenges of this experience together.
what students are saying
“TI know that once a week I’m going to be with a compassionate group, an informed group, a group of other people who have cancer as well, and everyone is going to have a chance to say a bit about what’s happening with them. To ask any questions they need to ask — and I mean any questions — that people are going to truly listen. And this relieves my wife and my family of some of the tension and anxiety that having cancer stimulates. It isn’t therapy, it’s something more. It’s the sense of liberation that comes from being able to expose yourself at your most vulnerable.”
“While we are creating in whatever way we want to, we’re also talking, sharing, developing community, and that’s one of the things I think is a big part of my experience with Gilda’s Club.
That not only are you involved in the event, not only are you doing yoga, not only are you drawing or painting or sewing — you’re in a community and you are receiving support from the instructors and the other women and men who are involved.”
Social and Recreational Activities
Gilda’s Club Memphis has many social and recreational activities for cancer patients and their families and loved ones. These activities provide opportunities for individuals and families to connect with others, engage in fun and meaningful activities, and build a sense of community.
Some of the social and recreational activities offered by Gilda’s Club include book clubs, cooking classes, art classes, and more. These activities provide a way for individuals and families to take a break from the challenges of a cancer diagnosis and engage in enjoyable experiences with others facing similar situations. These social and recreational activities aim to provide individuals and families with opportunities to connect with others, have fun, and build resilience in their cancer journey.