Throughout her life, Efrat Livny has enjoyed solo careers as a biotechnology information specialist, an artist, and a bodyworker to name a few. But it’s the collective energy of individuals coming together, sharing their unique gifts, and pooling their diverse strengths to make a positive difference, that fuels her spirit. It was that energy and…
Read MoreFamily Night Returns
Gilda’s Club is once again filled with the sounds of giggles and family bonding on Tuesday nights. Family Night officially returned on February 14th. “Family Night has always been an anchor to the Gilda’s Club program,” shares Kirsten Norslien, Program Director. “When COVID hit, we had to majorly pivot.” When the pandemic started, Gilda’s was…
Read MoreThe Great Outdoors With Gilda’s
Regular outdoor activities in Madison and Milwaukee “It’s nice just to be able to get out and visit and not have to only talk about cancer,” explains Autumn Kath, Program Manager at Gilda’s Club. Autumn has been leading regular nature walks all over the Madison area, at places like the UW Arboretum and Pheasant Branch….
Read MoreGilda’s Club Madison Founders’ Stories: Amy Nickles
When asked which three words best describe her, Amy Nickles replies, “An inveterate volunteer.” “I can never say no!” she jokes as she describes her many volunteer positions throughout Dane county over the years, including serving as chair of Attic Angel Association and the American Girl Benefit Sale for Madison Children’s Museum. One position Amy…
Read MoreChampion Spotlight: Exact Sciences
Exact Sciences and Gilda’s Club United in Mission Exact Sciences has partnered with Gilda’s Club for nearly a decade. “Exact Sciences and Gilda’s are united in their mission to eradicate cancer,” shares Nicole Hessels, Senior Director, Wellness, Engagement and Experience at Exact Sciences and Secretary of the Gilda’s Club Board of Directors. “It makes us…
Read MoreFinding a Path to Cancer Support
For many years I worked as a respiratory therapist in a pediatric ICU. For readers that have never done that kind of work, it means I took care of kids on ventilators, among other tasks. I experienced long shifts where there were hours of boredom punctuated by the need for intense precision when I had…
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