The Survivors Association, Grand Rapids Story
"By listening to each other, we learn we can take control of own special circumstances."

The Survivors Association was launched more than a decade ago by a group of men who wanted to share their questions and concerns about prostate cancer with those who already faced it.

The group met in private homes, churches and hospitals for monthly presentations with medical professionals and other experts. Today,The Survivors has joined forces with Gilda's Club Grand Rapids and the men call the Clubhouse home base.

Men who have been diagnosed with prostate cancer or want to learn more about it are welcome to drop in or call in advance for the meeting topic. Loved ones and friends are always welcome to attend, as well.

The Survivors and Gilda's Club have developed and co-host five different monthly activities focused on prostate cancer.

Besides monthly networking meetings, Survivor members are available to talk one-to-one and many volunteer within the community to raise awareness about prostate cancer. The group also supports a variety of activities related to prostate screening and research.

Survivor members are invited to participate in the full-range of the Gilda's Club program which includes activities from Arts to Zen meditation, medical seminars, informal discussion groups, community potlucks, nutrition classes and much more. Members have access to the library, game room, art room and the demonstration kitchen. Family and friends are also welcome to participate in all Gilda's Club programming.

For more information on how to get connected, contact Gilda's Club and mention you are interested in the prostate networking group and other activities available.

Gilda's Club, Grand Rapids
(Easy location, free, & friendly)

Gilda's Club is located in a safe and well lit residential neighborhood at 1806 Bridge Street, off I-96 and Lake Michigan Drive, just minutes from downtown Grand Rapids.
Housed in an artfully restored centennial farmstead, Gilda's Club includes six arces of gardens and a small orchard. Gilda's Club is open Monday through Thursday 9 to 9 and Friday and Saturday 9 to noon. Drop-in, self-guided tours are welcomed. You may also call for a personal tour and information about our program schedule or new member meetings.

For more information on Gilda's Club and how to get connected visit website www.gildasclubgr.org, send an email to info@gildasclubgr.org, or call 616-453-8300
Monthly prostate cancer activities:
(meeting times may vary-see Gilda's Club calendar)
1. Prostate Cancer Networking Group
(Meets first Tuesday, 7-9 pm)

Join other survivors and their loved ones for information and discussion in regard to the prostate cancer journey. Meetings typically focus on a topic of interest which varies month-to-month. Often medical professionals and other experts from the community are featured speakers. Fellowship is always a part of every meeting which provides a great time to network.
2. Prostate Cancer Group for Women Supporting Men
(Meets the first Tuesday, 7-8:30 pm)

This group is an opportunity for partners to share experiences, frustrations, joys and ideas on being a loved one of a man with prostate cancer.
3. Prostate Cancer Under 59, Networking Group
(Meets the second Monday, 6-7:30 pm)

Were you or a loved one diagnosed with prostate cancer at a young age? Join with others and share the dynamics and difficulties of this situation
4. Prostate Cancer 101
(Meets the second Tuesday, 1-3 pm)

This is a two-hour workshop led by medical professionals for those newly diagnosed with prostate cancer. You will have the opportunity to learn about diagnosis, treatment and your local and national resources.
5. Prostate Cancer Informal Q & A
(Meets the second Thursday, 12 noon)

This lunchtime group is facilitated by a prostate cancer survivor. It offers a casual time of sharing information and thoughts about the dynamics of living with prostate cancer.

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