Gilda's Club Madison - Middleton, Wisconsin

Gilda's Club Madison - A Comprehensive Cancer Support Organization

Gilda's Club Madison is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing support, education, and hope to people affected by cancer, including those diagnosed with cancer, family members, and friends. Located at 7907 UW Health Ct, Middleton, WI 53562, and easily accessible for those using wheelchairs, the organization offers a safe and welcoming environment for all individuals navigating the cancer journey.

About Gilda's Club Madison

• Support Group: Offers a variety of support groups for individuals affected by cancer, including those diagnosed, family members, and friends
• Non-profit Organization: A charitable organization that relies on donations and fundraising to support its programs and services
• Social Services Organization: Provides a range of social services to support individuals and families affected by cancer

Other Points of Interest

• Women-owned: Owned and operated by a woman, showcasing strong female leadership in the cancer support community
• Wheelchair accessible: Features accessible entrance, parking lot, restrooms, and seating to accommodate individuals with mobility issues
• Gender-neutral and LGBTQ+ friendly: Welcomes and supports individuals of all gender identities and sexual orientations
• Transgender safe space: Provides a safe and inclusive environment for transgender individuals and their loved ones

Gilda's Club Madison has received positive reviews from its community, with an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars on Google My Business. One satisfied member shared their experience, stating, 'Gilda's has been one of the best supports I've found. Their support groups, classes, and events have been an important part of my healing. The staff are all very friendly, caring, and knowledgeable, too. You are in good hands at Gilda's'

The organization hosts various events, classes, and workshops to educate and empower individuals affected by cancer. These programs cover topics such as coping strategies, nutrition, exercise, and emotional well-being. By fostering a sense of community and providing essential resources, Gilda's Club Madison aims to enhance the quality of life for those navigating the cancer journey.

To learn more about Gilda's Club Madison and its programs, visit their website at gildasclubmadison.org or contact them directly at 88288880.

👍 Reviews of Gilda's Club Madison

Amanda W.

5/5

Gilda's has been one of the best supports I've found. Their support groups, classes and events have been an important part of my healing. I highly recommend connecting with them if you or a loved one has been impacted by cancer - I can't say enough about the positive experience I've had. The staff are all very friendly, caring and knowledgeable, too. You are in good hands at Gilda's!

Lexi H.

5/5

I worked with Gildas Club Madison to plan an fundraiser for my college tennis team to honor my mother who passed. They did an amazing amazing job helping me, making the donation site, and overall just being so supportive. This was the first event I have ever planned and they helped me the whole way!!❤️

marilyn J.

5/5

There are many helpful people working and volunteering here as well as lots of activities, speakers, and groups for various individuals. The group I was in became quite close knit and were concerned about each person’s situation. We always ended on a positive note, usually with a joke or an uplifting incident. I highly recommend Gilda’s to my friends and any one who needs a safe place to share.

Katina F.

5/5

If I could rate Gildas club higher I would. Its been a great experience for my son and myself for over a year. The kids program is wonderful! The support they need is perfect. The adult support program is amazing as well. Very helpful. Everyone is so nice at Gildas, it makes it so much nicer going. No judging, helpful tips. Amazing support that everyone needs.

Lady T.

5/5

This place has always been a space to come. While going thru my cancer journey this was a place to come for support, activities, being around people similar to myself. Supportive family members were able to attend. I attend workshops and events even now I'm in remission. What a gem.

Lon S.

5/5

I was diagnosed w/ late-stage 3 colon cancer 4-years ago almost to the day, given 60 days to live. I was ushered into emergency surgery on July 24, 2015, endured a marathon event that required 9 1/2 hours to extract a colonic (cancerous) mass from my upper colon (right side) + an additional 36" of diseased colon beneath. At the same time, surgeons removed 29 lymph nodes (so-called 'canaries-in-coal-mine' because they give status of system since they filter all blood flowing thru); 27/29 lymph nodes were also cancerous. Thus, had two more nodes been cancerous or aggressive cancer would have spread into any minor/major organs, they would have closed me up, pronounced me 'Stage 4-Inoperable' and I would be DEAD now. I spent 5 days @ UW-Hospital recovering, went home to our 200-acre farm outside Lodi, WI to recuperate, and-three weeks later-began 6 months of MAX strength CHEMO therapy, w/ a variety of life-changing, stress-inducing, dramatic side effects. It is during this time of maximum damage that I was introduced to Gilda's club in Middleton, WI as an alternative to trying to cope alone. My introduction to this beautiful facility and staff/facilitators was warm, accepting, compassionate and heartfelt. I IMMEDIATELY felt at home and realized I had found the perfect home to ally my fears, anxiety, stress & misgivings about my future and the progress of my recovery. It has been more than 3 years now since that first day and I am involved w/ Gilda's in the form of classes (RGI & potentially. Tai Chi), exercise (they have a well-equipped exercise room w/ state-of-art equipment) and special events: lectures by international experts, musical performances and numerous good food events. For many of us, Gilda's is a CRUCIAL LINK to an outside world that truly DOES NOT UNDERSTAND what we endure on a daily basis and how the staff helps us resolve those issues satisfactorily. If there were local/national AWARDS for cancer citizen's service and humanitarian aid, Gilda's would WIN, hands down. Thank U so much . . .Lon Schwartz

Christie L.

5/5

Cleo Loftsgordon passed away she had Cancer 4 times...Survivor....Thank U Gildas Support...And Team Suvivors.
From Her Daughter.

Jaime P.

1/5

This group is a joke. Reached out to them twice since a close family member was diagnosed. Apparently they only cater to the rich and retired population because things are scheduled during work hours. Their website says you can make an appointment outside of those hours but apparently that's not an option or only available to certain people. Wouldn't recommend this scam of an organization to anyone.