Get Started
If cancer has entered your life, you’re already a member. So, let’s get started.
Sometimes it’s hard to ask for help, especially if you don’t know what you need. We get it.
That’s why we make it easy to get started at Gilda’s Club, so you can find the customized support you need in our warm, welcoming environment. It’s as easy as 1, 2, 3.
Sign up for and attend a New Member Meeting
During a New Member Meeting, you will learn about the history of Gilda’s Club Minnesota, our organization’s mission, philosophy and values, take a virtual tour of our clubhouse … then learn about the five cornerstones of our program of support.
These orientation sessions are for anyone interested in joining Gilda’s Club, whether you are living with cancer, moving into post-treatment, a caregiver or have lost someone to cancer, our program has something for you.
Select a program (or two) to explore
Participate in the wide variety of programs on our calendar – from topic-specific educational sessions to nutrition classes to yoga and social events – and meet others in the Gilda’s Club community. All programs are free. (NOTE: Support group participation requires completion of a Customized Membership Plan (CMP), which is a one hour meeting to discuss your specific needs, and develop a plan to help you make the most of all the free resources that Gilda’s Club can offer.
Experience the benefits
Ninety-five percent of our members say coming to Gilda’s Club has had a positive impact on their lives:
- 88% feel less lonely
- 87% feel less stressed
- 86% are less afraid
- 85% feel able to face the future positively
- 83% feel more in control of their lives
What’s more:
- 100% receive our programs for free
So, step through our red doors and join the Gilda’s Club community. (Did we mention that all of our programs and services are free?)