Gilda’s Club Metro Detroit is partnering with The Helm and The Family Center to present a new series especially for caregivers. Join us as we kick off the Caregiver Compass series with an engaging panel discussion focused on the emotional side of caregiving. This program will explore the many adjustments that come with becoming a caregiver, including managing expectations, navigating challenges and recognizing the importance of caring for yourself while supporting others.

Panelists will discuss caregiver burnout, stress management, mindfulness tools and ways to find support through community resources, peer connections and professional services. Whether you are new to caregiving or have years of experience, this session is designed to provide guidance, reassurance and meaningful conversation.

This series is designed for family caregivers, friends, and anyone supporting an older adult.

Join us for a calming & creative escape designed to help you decompress from the stressors of the week. In this group, we use watercolor to explore the present moment, allowing colors to flow freely without the need for perfection. Perfect for beginners and those looking to use art as a form of self-care and meditation. Facilitated by Erin Shahly, MEd, ATR.

There are water color paper and paint available for pick up at the Royal Oak Clubhouse (while supplies last). Please call 248.577.0800 to arrange a supply pick up.

Chair Yoga offers the benefits of yoga increasing strength, flexibility, mobility, and balance with support and stability practiced on a chair. The session will focus on hatha yoga poses, breathwork, mindful movements, and meditation. Modifications will be offered throughout the practice to facilitate an inclusive practice and benefit students of all fitness levels.

Cindy Melican has practiced yoga for over 20 years. Registered with the Yoga Alliance, she completed her 200-hour teacher training at Namaste Yoga in Royal Oak and started her 300-hour teacher training program. Trained in hatha yoga, she enjoys guiding students in their practice of yoga, breathwork, and meditation while offering modifications throughout the practice to facilitate an accessible practice for everyone.

Please join us and our friends from Fur Angels Therapy Dogs for an evening of fun, friends, food, and FUR! We are about to have a howling good time!

Costumes encouraged, but of course not required.

Caregivers spend so much time responding to the needs of others that they often forget to pause and care for themselves. Over time, stress, uncertainty, exhaustion, and emotional overload can take a significant toll on physical and emotional well-being.

This workshop explores how guided affirmations and meditation can provide caregivers with simple, accessible tools for reducing stress, calming anxious thoughts, practicing self-compassion, and creating moments of emotional respite throughout the caregiving journey. Participants will learn practical techniques they can incorporate into even the busiest days and will experience a brief guided affirmation exercise during the session.

Please join Sonja Crosby, caregiver and caregiver advocate, as she discuss tools that help caregivers reclaim moments of peace, presence and self compassion. If you identify as a support person for a loved one, this workshop is for you!

This group is a clinical support group for adults that have lost a spouse or partner to cancer. Meet others that have experienced a similar loss in a supportive, healing environment led by a mental health clinician. Please see below for topics and themes we will be reviewing each week. Oct. 6: How have you grown emotionally since your loss? Oct. 20: Do you feel invisible at times? What makes you feel this way - other people, society? Nov. 3: How do you navigate socializing/social events, now? (Before/during/after the event). What are the biggest challenges with social events? Nov. 17: Reclaiming Your Patience. What is more difficult - patience with yourself or others? How do you show yourself grace? Info & Registration

This is a wonderful meeting held by The One to One Ovarian Group, for all those impacted by ovarian cancer, whether currently in treatment or post.

intenSati is a transformative 'spiritual fitness' class that blends aerobic movement, martial arts, dance and yoga with spoken positive affirmations.

It's a dynamic mind-body workout, created by Patricia Moreno that pairs physical conditioning with empowering vocal mantras. Together we'll shift your inner dialogue, transform negative self-talk, and align your thoughts, words and actions to create positive life changes.

This class is ideal for anyone looking to break a sweat, boost their mood, release tension and build radical self-love and confidence!

No prior experience in dance or martial arts or fitness classes is necessary - ALL are welcome!.

Cheer on our Royal Oak Fire Fighters and Police Officers as they take on each other in a game to benefit Gilda's Club Metro Detroit. Stay tuned for more details and ticket sales.

Questions? Email Rachel at rwasserman@gcmd.org or call 248-577-0800.

Chair Yoga offers the benefits of yoga increasing strength, flexibility, mobility, and balance with support and stability practiced on a chair. The session will focus on hatha yoga poses, breathwork, mindful movements, and meditation. Modifications will be offered throughout the practice to facilitate an inclusive practice and benefit students of all fitness levels.

Cindy Melican has practiced yoga for over 20 years. Registered with the Yoga Alliance, she completed her 200-hour teacher training at Namaste Yoga in Royal Oak and started her 300-hour teacher training program. Trained in hatha yoga, she enjoys guiding students in their practice of yoga, breathwork, and meditation while offering modifications throughout the practice to facilitate an accessible practice for everyone.

Unleash your creativity and enjoy time crafting with friends at Gilda’s Craft Club! Each week, members will be guided through a fun, hands-on craft project designed for a variety of skill levels.

Our craft space will also feature a variety of arts and craft supplies for members to use.

Come back to a project from a previous workshop, put your own creative spin on an idea, or bring your own craft project to work on in a welcoming, social environment.

Beat the winter blues and create your own indoor garden of colorful glass and wire!

In this cozy, hands-on workshop, you'll learn how to bend wire and string sparkling beads to create your own everlasting botanical garden. Twist shimmering stems, shape delicate leaves and craft vibrant beaded flowers or succulents that catch the winter light on your windowsill.

Each week you can create a new botanical piece to add to your collection and create your own indoor winter garden!

The R.O. Library Team is joining us to provide a presentation and hands on support, to our members in effort to address their technological issues that you may be experiencing, such as getting Zoom on your phone or other applications. Please bring your specific tech questions along with your portable tech items such as I-Pad, Laptop, I Phone or Android Phone and Kindle or E-Book Reader.

This is a GREAT session to attend, particularly as we head into the winter months, as the weather gets colder and attending programs virtually may be more comfortable.

A thoughtfully guided class that begins with breathwork and moves through gentle, intentional postures to support flexibility, balance, and strength. Alignment cues and variations encourage safe, accessible movement. Class ends with savasana for deep rest and relaxation.

This program takes place at:

Kalasho Education & Youth Services, 29900 Lorraine Ave, Warren, MI 48098

Here's a list of the upcoming books. These are all in the mystery genre, specifically pre-1950,

June 10 - Hound of the Baskervilles by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle

July 8 - The Murder of Roger Ackroyd by Agatha Christie

August 12 - The Maltese Falcon by Dashiell Hammett

September 9 - The Big Sleep by Raymond Chandler

This event is for children of all ages who have a parent with cancer or have experienced cancer in some other way.  Each month we will explore feelings and creative expressions along with games. A portion of this event will take place in the arcade onsite.  This event time coincides with Young Adult Game Night. Dinner will be served

Chair Yoga offers the benefits of yoga increasing strength, flexibility, mobility, and balance with support and stability practiced on a chair. The session will focus on hatha yoga poses, breathwork, mindful movements, and meditation. Modifications will be offered throughout the practice to facilitate an inclusive practice and benefit students of all fitness levels.

Cindy Melican has practiced yoga for over 20 years. Registered with the Yoga Alliance, she completed her 200-hour teacher training at Namaste Yoga in Royal Oak and started her 300-hour teacher training program. Trained in hatha yoga, she enjoys guiding students in their practice of yoga, breathwork, and meditation while offering modifications throughout the practice to facilitate an accessible practice for everyone.

Unleash your creativity and enjoy time crafting with friends at Gilda’s Craft Club! Each week, members will be guided through a fun, hands-on craft project designed for a variety of skill levels.

Our craft space will also feature a variety of arts and craft supplies for members to use.

Come back to a project from a previous workshop, put your own creative spin on an idea, or bring your own craft project to work on in a welcoming, social environment.

Beat the winter blues and create your own indoor garden of colorful glass and wire!

In this cozy, hands-on workshop, you'll learn how to bend wire and string sparkling beads to create your own everlasting botanical garden. Twist shimmering stems, shape delicate leaves and craft vibrant beaded flowers or succulents that catch the winter light on your windowsill.

Each week you can create a new botanical piece to add to your collection and create your own indoor winter garden!

This group is a clinical support group for adults that have lost a spouse or partner to cancer. Meet others that have experienced a similar loss in a supportive, healing environment led by a mental health clinician. Please see below for topics and themes we will be reviewing each week.

July 21st: Coping with loneliness and lost sense of safety

August 4th: Changes in Identity After Loss

August 18th: How has grief changed how you perceive, value, and spend your time?

September 1st: How does your grief change in the fall? Using faith/spirituality to cope

September 15th: How is spouse/partner loss different than other loss? How does losing them to cancer make your grief different?

Are you ready for something exciting? Allison Schulte, licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) specializing in pelvic health, is returning to The War Memorial to teach a weekly Belly Dance class! This class blends foundational belly dance technique with mindful, accessible movement designed for every body. We’ll explore hip work, shimmies, isolations, arm pathways, and fluid transitions while building coordination, posture, and confidence.

With over 25 years of experience, Allison will guide you through each movement with clear breakdowns, gentle progressions, and an emphasis on body awareness. You’ll deepen core connection, improve balance, release tension, and discover the joy of expressive movement in a supportive space.

No experience needed — just curiosity and a willingness to move. This class is certain to be a great workout and a lot of fun!

The Halloween Spooktacular at The War Memorial brings the magic of autumn to life in an enchanting, family-friendly celebration packed with festive fun! Dress your little goblins and ghouls in their favorite costumes and explore indoor trick-or-treating throughout the historic Alger House, discovering sweet surprises around every corner.

Once your candy bags are full, head to the beautiful lakeside lawn where it has transformed into a seasonal wonderland complete with a vibrant pumpkin patch, hands-on craft stations, exciting lawn games, and a friendly petting zoo that promises to delight animal lovers of all ages.

As this is a ticketed event, Gilda's Club was able to secure a specific amount of tickets. One registration is full that's it, so PLEASE let a staff member know if you registered and are unable to attend.
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Join Carey for an unwind and reset, slow flow yoga. After each session she'll review a basic sequence of positions and some breath work that can be done at home, and chat about staying centered and accountable each month.

Whether you are joining from home or in-person, Carey recommends you bring a notebook for reflection during the discussion portion after class.

Unleash your creativity and enjoy time crafting with friends at Gilda’s Craft Club! Each week, members will be guided through a fun, hands-on craft project designed for a variety of skill levels.

Our craft space will also feature a variety of arts and craft supplies for members to use.

Come back to a project from a previous workshop, put your own creative spin on an idea, or bring your own craft project to work on in a welcoming, social environment.

Beat the winter blues and create your own indoor garden of colorful glass and wire!

In this cozy, hands-on workshop, you'll learn how to bend wire and string sparkling beads to create your own everlasting botanical garden. Twist shimmering stems, shape delicate leaves and craft vibrant beaded flowers or succulents that catch the winter light on your windowsill.

Each week you can create a new botanical piece to add to your collection and create your own indoor winter garden!

Self care is more than taking a break, it’s learning how to care for yourself emotionally, mentally, and physically while navigating life’s challenges. Self-Care 101 is a supportive space to slow down, check in with yourself, and explore realistic ways to prioritize your well-being. Through guided conversations, practical tools, and reflection and simple self care activities participants will explore topics such setting boundaries, emotional wellness, self- compassion, and reconnecting themselves.

Grief shows up in many forms—not just after loss, but through life’s transitions, changes, and awakenings. Join us for a nourishing Lunch & Learn exploring how grief lives in the body, mind, and spirit, and how to recognize its subtle signs within ourselves. Together, we’ll discuss holistic approaches to healing—through mindful presence, energy, breath practices, and natural support for emotional balance. 

This session invites you to gently reconnect with your inner resilience and restore a sense of peace from within.

Are you ready for something exciting? Allison Schulte, licensed Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) specializing in pelvic health, is returning to The War Memorial to teach a weekly Belly Dance class! This class blends foundational belly dance technique with mindful, accessible movement designed for every body. We’ll explore hip work, shimmies, isolations, arm pathways, and fluid transitions while building coordination, posture, and confidence.

With over 25 years of experience, Allison will guide you through each movement with clear breakdowns, gentle progressions, and an emphasis on body awareness. You’ll deepen core connection, improve balance, release tension, and discover the joy of expressive movement in a supportive space.

No experience needed — just curiosity and a willingness to move. This class is certain to be a great workout and a lot of fun!

Presented by Huntington Bank, join Christine Miller, Branch Manager in Troy and Michael Yanniello, Branch Manager in Royal Oak, a serious designed to help ensure your best foot forward as you navigate life's finance hurdles, particularly when facing chronic illness in the family.

• Session 1 (9/23) - Financial Preparation & Recovery: Preparing for Financial Disruptions

Description: Learn strategies to build financial resilience, organize important financial information, prepare for emergencies, and recover financially after unexpected events.

• Session 2 (10/28)- Financial Preparation & Recovery: Understanding Credit, Borrowing, and Debt Management

Description: Explore the basics of credit, borrowing, and debt management, including how credit scores work and strategies for making informed financial decisions.

• Session 3 (11/25)- Financial Preparation and Recovery: Building a Spending and Savings Plan

Description: Learn how to create a spending and savings plan, set financial goals, manage expenses, and build healthy financial habits for the future.

Bring a buddy, bring the family, or bring yourself on out to test your luck during a fun game of bingo! All materials to play will be provided. A Small prize will be awarded to the lucky winner of the night. Please note, there is only one rule for those attending…. Have Fun! Ages 8+ with adult supervision are welcomed to attend.

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This is a support group for those who have recently lost a loved one to cancer. The recent loss of a family member or friend and the sudden feelings that come along can be devastating. This group connects you with others who can share in those recent transitions and hardships. It's led by a mental health clinician who can also connect you with various resources.

While this group is for those who have experienced loss within 6 months to a year, Gilda's Club also offers long term bereavement support. Once you are ready to transition to one of those groups, a Gilda's Club staff member will be happy to guide you.

A 2006 Institute of Medicine report concluded that in many cases, cancer survivors have specific needs that are not being met. To address these unmet needs, the Cancer Support Community (CSC)/Gilda’s Club partnered with the LIVESTRONG Foundation to develop a program for cancer survivors called Cancer Transitions: Moving Beyond Treatment®. The program is designed to help cancer survivors make the transition from active treatment to post-treatment.

Cancer Transitions is designed to support, educate and empower to survivors. This program features written materials as well as interactive education, support, exercise and nutrition activities to address the long-term effects of cancer treatment, and survivors’ psychosocial needs during their transition to life after treatment. The program is an evidence-based community program created in collaboration with recognized experts in key aspects of cancer survivorship.  Cancer Transitions is for survivors of any cancer diagnosis who have completed treatment within the last 24 months (although survivors more than 24 months post-treatment are eligible to participate). Registration will close prior to the first session. Participants are encouraged to attend all four sessions.