NASHVILLE, TN., August 9, 2021 – Gilda’s Club Middle Tennessee, a Nashville-based non-profit dedicated to providing support, education and hope to anyone impacted by cancer, including family and friends of those diagnosed, recently welcomed three new members to its Board of Directors. “Each of these individuals brings diverse capabilities and a unique perspective that will…
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Silver Linings, Smiles, and a Sweet Reunion
By Liz Geller, LPC-MHSP Program Manager While it can be helpful in difficult situations to try to find the positive – to “look on the bright side” and “find the silver lining” – life during a global pandemic has made such efforts of optimism feel cliché, challenging, and – on some days – downright impossible….
Read MoreCancer Support Nonprofit’s Biggest Annual Fundraiser Slated for Oct. 9
MEDIA ALERT July 1, 2021 Red Door Bash Celebrates Year Like No Other – and the Volunteers Who Led the Charge WHAT: Annual Red Door Bash, benefiting Gilda’s Club Middle Tennessee’s free support program for any adult, teen or child in our community impacted by cancer WHEN: Saturday, October 9, 2021 • 6 p.m. Reception…
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A Plan for Welcoming You Back to the Clubhouse
By Harriet Schiftan, MSW, MAJCS President and CEO I’m excited to share that we have a plan for returning to in-person cancer support. Despite the success of our virtual support offerings over the last 15 months – and our intention to continue providing virtual support over the long-term – this is the moment we’ve all…
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Overcoming Challenges Together
By Jim Corum Chair, Board of Directors I am so appreciative of my time serving Gilda’s Club Middle Tennessee as a Board Member and, most recently, as Board Chair. I continue to be blown away by the servant’s heart I witness in all who are associated with the Gilda’s Club community, particularly the staff and…
Read MoreGilda’s Club, Delta Dental of Tennessee Partner to Raise Awareness of Cancer that Kills One Person Every Hour of Every Day
Delta Dental to Sponsor Non-Profit’s Head and Neck Cancer Support Group NASHVILLE, Tenn. – (April 26, 2021) – Gilda’s Club Middle Tennessee, a Nashville-based non-profit dedicated to providing support, education, and hope to anyone impacted by cancer, and Delta Dental of Tennessee (Delta Dental), the state’s largest independent dental benefits carrier, today launched a new…
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Creating Moments to Remember
By Leslie Halpern, LCSW Program Manager and Cancer Support Specialist One of the things I appreciate most about Gilda’s Club is the space we hold for those impacted by cancer to experience their full range of emotions. Whether celebrating good news, sitting with uncertainty, or grieving a loss, we welcome and encourage everyone who walks…
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With Cancer Patients in Need of Support More Than Ever, Local Songwriters Tony Arata, Leslie Satcher, Jenny Tolman and Dave Brainard Step Up
April 14, 2020 – Nashville, Tenn. – This past year has been a difficult one for everyone, but cancer patients throughout Middle Tennessee and worldwide have experienced the strain, uncertainty and isolation brought on by the global pandemic like few others. Because of COVID-19, these individuals have needed – and will continue to need –…
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Evolving Our Virtual Program – For Today and Tomorrow
By Allison Yonker, LMSW Program Director For the first time in a long time, I’m able to turn on the news and pick up the newspaper with a sense that change is on its way. While we continue to wear masks, social distance, and take all the precautions we’ve become so familiar with, more and…
Read MoreGilda’s Club Middle Tennessee Welcomes New Board Members
NASHVILLE, TENN. – February 23, 2021 – Gilda’s Club Middle Tennessee, a Nashville-based non-profit dedicated to providing support, education, and hope to anyone impacted by cancer, including family and friends of those diagnosed, recently welcomed five new members to its Board of Directors. “We are fortunate to have a team of passionate, dedicated, and talented…
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