The Gateway Family YMCA Hosts Cancer Survivor Retreat

UNION, N.J. - EntSun -- he Gateway Family YMCA will be hosting a Cancer Survivor Retreat on Thursday, April 25^th 11:00-3:00pm at The Gateway Family YMCA – Wellness Center Branch, 1000 Galloping Hill Road, Union, NJ.  More information and registration for this free community event is available at www.tgfymca.org/events

The YMCA Cancer Survivor Retreat incorporates in-person community building, YMCA staff support and YMCA360 Livestream participation to connect with other YMCA's across the country.  Featuring guest speakers, inspiring stories, connection and more, the retreat is being hosted as a collaborative effort through a hybrid format.  Registration is required, and lunch will be provided to all participants at The Gateway Family YMCA.

The Cancer Survivor Retreat on YMCA360 is scheduled to include the following sessions:

• 11:00-12:00pm – Another Support in the Cancer Journey:  Palliative Care
• 12:30-1:00pm – Empowering Cancer Survivors Through Knowledge:  Clinical Trials
• 2:00-3:00pm – Taking Care of Yourself While You are Living with Cancer

"Our commitment to digital innovation and community health equity and support have combined into this Cancer Survivor Retreat," stated Melynda A. Disla, President/CEO, The Gateway Family YMCA.  "With our mission centered on equity for all, we strive to be a leading voice in the community for health and well-being, providing resources and guidance so that everyone can achieve their goals and feel supported in spirit, mind and body."

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The Gateway Family YMCA is also hosting a new session of LIVESTRONG^® at the YMCA program, a community program for cancer survivors, providing support and assistance in a small community format.  The current program session is held through May, on Tuesdays and Thursdays 1:00-2:00pm.  LIVESTRONG^® at the YMCA is provided free for cancer survivors through financial assistance supported by YMCA's Annual Support Campaign fundraising efforts.

The Gateway Family YMCA is a 501(c)(3) non-profit, health and community service organization of caring staff and volunteers dedicated to strengthening community and stands For Youth Development, For Healthy Living and For Social Responsibility.  Serving the community since 1900, The Gateway Family YMCA provides programs and services throughout Eastern Union County and Northern Middlesex County through six YMCA branches in Elizabeth, Rahway and Union, and The Dudley House Veterans Transitional Housing Program in Plainfield.

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For more information on The Gateway Family YMCA, visit www.tgfymca.org.  For more information on LIVESTRONG^®  at the YMCA or the YMCA Cancer Survivor Retreat, contact Jodi Pelano, Wellness Center Branch Executive Director at 908-349-9622 or livestrong@tgfymca.org