BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//The Life Raft Group - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:The Life Raft Group X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://liferaftgroup.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for The Life Raft Group REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20200308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20201101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20210314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20211107T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Phoenix BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20210101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Los_Angeles BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20200308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20201101T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20210314T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20211107T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20220313T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20221106T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220201T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220201T193000 DTSTAMP:20260505T094904 CREATED:20210118T181321Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220323T125554Z UID:10000108-1643738400-1643743800@liferaftgroup.org SUMMARY:Virtual GISTer Support Group DESCRIPTION:The group will meet via Zoom on the first Tuesday of each month from 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM EST (NYC Time). \nThe group open to those who have not been able to participate in the past\, for one reason or another. We will start each group with a “Round Robin” in which anyone who feels like updating the group on how they are doing/feeling can do so. There is no pressure to speak if you prefer to simply listen. Once we complete our updates\, the group will have the opportunity for organic conversation to develop in relation to our emotional experiences around GIST\, and other challenges that we may be experiencing as a community. \nIn order to be able to moderate a flowing discussion\, the group will be capped at 15 people each month. The first 15 people into the Zoom waiting room will participate. Keep in mind that since the group is now open\, you don’t necessarily have to attend each month to be to participate. \nContact Diana Nieves to join: dnieves@liferaftgroup.org URL:https://liferaftgroup.org/event/virtual-gister-support-group-4/2022-02-01/ CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://liferaftgroup.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/GISTer-SUPPORT-2021.png ORGANIZER;CN="Diana Nieves":MAILTO:dnieves@liferaftgroup.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220127T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Phoenix:20220127T160000 DTSTAMP:20260505T094904 CREATED:20211026T151755Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211209T170258Z UID:10000175-1643292000-1643299200@liferaftgroup.org SUMMARY:GDOL Arizona - Virtual DESCRIPTION:GDOL Arizona Virtual is January 27th\, 2pm – 4pm MT/4pm – 6pm ET\nA GIST Day of Learning (GDOL) is a free one day event to help patients and caregivers learn more about this rare cancer\, find support\, and enhance their knowledge base to help them navigate their cancer journey. \nThe Life Raft Group has a simple focus: to cure a form of cancer — GIST — and to help those living with it until then. To do this\, the Life Raft Group focuses on three key areas: research\, patient support & education\, and advocacy\, which lay the foundation of our mission to ensure the survival of GIST patients through a comprehensive approach connecting individual patients’ needs\, the worldwide community of GIST advocates and the global health and research environment. \nIf you have any questions\, please contact Diana Nieves at dnieves@liferaftgroup.org \nREGISTERThank you to our sponsors for this event: URL:https://liferaftgroup.org/event/gdol-arizona-virtual/ CATEGORIES:Education,Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://liferaftgroup.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/GDOL-Arizona-2021.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Diana Nieves":MAILTO:dnieves@liferaftgroup.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220119T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220119T140000 DTSTAMP:20260505T094904 CREATED:20211230T190313Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221230T174626Z UID:10000179-1642597200-1642600800@liferaftgroup.org SUMMARY:Virtual Caregiver Support Group DESCRIPTION: A Bi-Weekly Virtual Support Group for GIST Caregivers\nHeld on the first & third Wednesdays of the month\nAs we continue to navigate this uncertain time together\, we want to offer you a little extra support. LRG has a twice monthly support group for the caregivers facilitated by Marlene Nei\, GIST Caregiver. To continue social distancing and connecting with caregivers across the United States\, we will use an electronic platform to gather as a group. We will talk about all the feelings you might be experiencing\, both in relation to GIST\, and COVID-19. \nWe will share our stories\, if you are comfortable\, and speak freely about the new fears and anxieties we might be feeling because of this unprecedented time. The group will be a safe space not only to feel supported by your fellow caregivers\, but also a place to share our own coping mechanisms to get us through this stressful time. All information shared will be kept confidential. Contact Diana Nieves at dnieves@liferaftgroup.org for more information. \n\nPlease email Diana Nieves at dnieves@liferaftgroup.org to join this meeting.\n\nAbout the Group Leader:\nMarlene Nei\, GIST Caregiver\nAs an active member of the Life Raft Group\, Marlene advocates for the needs of the caregiver community because she feels they are an underrepresented group. It is her mission to advocate for the entire GIST community making sure they are equipped with the appropriate resources on their GIST journey. URL:https://liferaftgroup.org/event/virtual-caregiver-support-group-2022-2/2022-01-19/ CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://liferaftgroup.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Caregiver-Support-Group.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Diana Nieves":MAILTO:dnieves@liferaftgroup.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220105T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220105T140000 DTSTAMP:20260505T094904 CREATED:20211230T190819Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230525T182345Z UID:10000190-1641387600-1641391200@liferaftgroup.org SUMMARY:Virtual Caregiver Support Group DESCRIPTION: A Bi-Weekly Virtual Support Group for GIST Caregivers\nHeld on the first & third Wednesdays of the month\nAs we continue to navigate this uncertain time together\, we want to offer you a little extra support. LRG has a twice monthly support group for the caregivers facilitated by Marlene Nei\, GIST Caregiver. To continue social distancing and connecting with caregivers across the United States\, we will use an electronic platform to gather as a group. We will talk about all the feelings you might be experiencing\, both in relation to GIST\, and COVID-19. \nWe will share our stories\, if you are comfortable\, and speak freely about the new fears and anxieties we might be feeling because of this unprecedented time. The group will be a safe space not only to feel supported by your fellow caregivers\, but also a place to share our own coping mechanisms to get us through this stressful time. All information shared will be kept confidential. Contact Diana Nieves at dnieves@liferaftgroup.org for more information. \n\nPlease email Diana Nieves at dnieves@liferaftgroup.org to join this meeting.\n\nAbout the Group Leader:\nMarlene Nei\, GIST Caregiver\nAs an active member of the Life Raft Group\, Marlene advocates for the needs of the caregiver community because she feels they are an underrepresented group. It is her mission to advocate for the entire GIST community making sure they are equipped with the appropriate resources on their GIST journey. URL:https://liferaftgroup.org/event/virtual-caregiver-support-group-2022-1/2022-01-05/ CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://liferaftgroup.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Caregiver-Support-Group.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Diana Nieves":MAILTO:dnieves@liferaftgroup.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220104T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220104T193000 DTSTAMP:20260505T094904 CREATED:20210118T181321Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220323T125554Z UID:10000107-1641319200-1641324600@liferaftgroup.org SUMMARY:Virtual GISTer Support Group DESCRIPTION:The group will meet via Zoom on the first Tuesday of each month from 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM EST (NYC Time). \nThe group open to those who have not been able to participate in the past\, for one reason or another. We will start each group with a “Round Robin” in which anyone who feels like updating the group on how they are doing/feeling can do so. There is no pressure to speak if you prefer to simply listen. Once we complete our updates\, the group will have the opportunity for organic conversation to develop in relation to our emotional experiences around GIST\, and other challenges that we may be experiencing as a community. \nIn order to be able to moderate a flowing discussion\, the group will be capped at 15 people each month. The first 15 people into the Zoom waiting room will participate. Keep in mind that since the group is now open\, you don’t necessarily have to attend each month to be to participate. \nContact Diana Nieves to join: dnieves@liferaftgroup.org URL:https://liferaftgroup.org/event/virtual-gister-support-group-4/2022-01-04/ CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://liferaftgroup.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/GISTer-SUPPORT-2021.png ORGANIZER;CN="Diana Nieves":MAILTO:dnieves@liferaftgroup.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211215T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211215T140000 DTSTAMP:20260505T094904 CREATED:20210625T145716Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210625T145716Z UID:10000153-1639573200-1639576800@liferaftgroup.org SUMMARY:Virtual Caregiver Support Group DESCRIPTION:Bi-Weekly Support Group for GIST Caregivers.\nHeld first & third Wednesdays of the month\nAs we continue to navigate this uncertain time together\, we want to offer you a little extra support. LRG has a twice monthly support group for the caregivers facilitated by Marlene Nei\, GIST Caregiver. To continue social distancing and connecting with caregivers across the United States\, we will use an electronic platform to gather as a group. We will talk about all the feelings you might be experiencing\, both in relation to GIST\, and COVID-19. \nWe will share our stories\, if you are comfortable\, and speak freely about the new fears and anxieties we might be feeling because of this unprecedented time. The group will be a safe space not only to feel supported by your fellow caregivers\, but also a place to share our own coping mechanisms to get us through this stressful time. All information shared will be kept confidential. Contact Diana Nieves at dnieves@liferaftgroup.org for more information. \n\nPlease email Diana Nieves at dnieves@liferaftgroup.org to join this meeting.\n\nAbout the Group Leader:\nMarlene Nei\, GIST Caregiver\nAs an active member of the Life Raft Group\, Marlene advocates for the needs of the caregiver community because she feels they are an underrepresented group. It is her mission to advocate for the entire GIST community making sure they are equipped with the appropriate resources on their GIST journey. URL:https://liferaftgroup.org/event/virtual-caregiver-support-group-12/ CATEGORIES:Events,Support Group ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://liferaftgroup.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Caregiver-Support-Group.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Diana Nieves":MAILTO:dnieves@liferaftgroup.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211211T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211211T100000 DTSTAMP:20260505T094904 CREATED:20211026T151822Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211101T194056Z UID:10000176-1639216800-1639216800@liferaftgroup.org SUMMARY:GDOL Pittsburgh - Virtual DESCRIPTION:A GIST Day of Learning (GDOL) is a free one day event to help patients and caregivers learn more about this rare cancer\, find support\, and enhance their knowledge base to help them navigate their cancer journey. \nThe Life Raft Group has a simple focus: to cure a form of cancer — GIST — and to help those living with it until then. To do this\, the Life Raft Group focuses on three key areas: research\, patient support & education\, and advocacy\, which lay the foundation of our mission to ensure the survival of GIST patients through a comprehensive approach connecting individual patients’ needs\, the worldwide community of GIST advocates and the global health and research environment. \nIf you have any questions\, please contact Diana Nieves at dnieves@liferaftgroup.org \nREGISTERThank you to our sponsors for this event: URL:https://liferaftgroup.org/event/gdol-pittsburgh-virtual/ CATEGORIES:Education,Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://liferaftgroup.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/GDOL-Pittsburgh-2021.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Diana Nieves":MAILTO:dnieves@liferaftgroup.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211207T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211207T193000 DTSTAMP:20260505T094904 CREATED:20210118T181321Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220323T125554Z UID:10000106-1638900000-1638905400@liferaftgroup.org SUMMARY:Virtual GISTer Support Group DESCRIPTION:The group will meet via Zoom on the first Tuesday of each month from 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM EST (NYC Time). \nThe group open to those who have not been able to participate in the past\, for one reason or another. We will start each group with a “Round Robin” in which anyone who feels like updating the group on how they are doing/feeling can do so. There is no pressure to speak if you prefer to simply listen. Once we complete our updates\, the group will have the opportunity for organic conversation to develop in relation to our emotional experiences around GIST\, and other challenges that we may be experiencing as a community. \nIn order to be able to moderate a flowing discussion\, the group will be capped at 15 people each month. The first 15 people into the Zoom waiting room will participate. Keep in mind that since the group is now open\, you don’t necessarily have to attend each month to be to participate. \nContact Diana Nieves to join: dnieves@liferaftgroup.org URL:https://liferaftgroup.org/event/virtual-gister-support-group-4/2021-12-07/ CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://liferaftgroup.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/GISTer-SUPPORT-2021.png ORGANIZER;CN="Diana Nieves":MAILTO:dnieves@liferaftgroup.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211201T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211201T140000 DTSTAMP:20260505T094904 CREATED:20210625T145111Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210625T145459Z UID:10000152-1638363600-1638367200@liferaftgroup.org SUMMARY:Virtual Caregiver Support Group DESCRIPTION:Bi-Weekly Support Group for GIST Caregivers.\nHeld first & third Wednesdays of the month\nAs we continue to navigate this uncertain time together\, we want to offer you a little extra support. LRG has a twice monthly support group for the caregivers facilitated by Marlene Nei\, GIST Caregiver. To continue social distancing and connecting with caregivers across the United States\, we will use an electronic platform to gather as a group. We will talk about all the feelings you might be experiencing\, both in relation to GIST\, and COVID-19. \nWe will share our stories\, if you are comfortable\, and speak freely about the new fears and anxieties we might be feeling because of this unprecedented time. The group will be a safe space not only to feel supported by your fellow caregivers\, but also a place to share our own coping mechanisms to get us through this stressful time. All information shared will be kept confidential. Contact Diana Nieves at dnieves@liferaftgroup.org for more information. \n\nPlease email Diana Nieves at dnieves@liferaftgroup.org to join this meeting.\n\nAbout the Group Leader:\nMarlene Nei\, GIST Caregiver\nAs an active member of the Life Raft Group\, Marlene advocates for the needs of the caregiver community because she feels they are an underrepresented group. It is her mission to advocate for the entire GIST community making sure they are equipped with the appropriate resources on their GIST journey. URL:https://liferaftgroup.org/event/virtual-caregiver-support-group-11/ CATEGORIES:Events,Support Group ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://liferaftgroup.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Caregiver-Support-Group.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Diana Nieves":MAILTO:dnieves@liferaftgroup.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211117T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211117T140000 DTSTAMP:20260505T094904 CREATED:20210625T144922Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210625T150055Z UID:10000150-1637154000-1637157600@liferaftgroup.org SUMMARY:Virtual Caregiver Support Group DESCRIPTION:Bi-Weekly Support Group for GIST Caregivers.\nHeld first & third Wednesdays of the month\nAs we continue to navigate this uncertain time together\, we want to offer you a little extra support. LRG has a twice monthly support group for the caregivers facilitated by Marlene Nei\, GIST Caregiver. To continue social distancing and connecting with caregivers across the United States\, we will use an electronic platform to gather as a group. We will talk about all the feelings you might be experiencing\, both in relation to GIST\, and COVID-19. \nWe will share our stories\, if you are comfortable\, and speak freely about the new fears and anxieties we might be feeling because of this unprecedented time. The group will be a safe space not only to feel supported by your fellow caregivers\, but also a place to share our own coping mechanisms to get us through this stressful time. All information shared will be kept confidential. Contact Diana Nieves at dnieves@liferaftgroup.org for more information. \n\nPlease email Diana Nieves at dnieves@liferaftgroup.org to join this meeting.\n\nAbout the Group Leader:\nMarlene Nei\, GIST Caregiver\nAs an active member of the Life Raft Group\, Marlene advocates for the needs of the caregiver community because she feels they are an underrepresented group. It is her mission to advocate for the entire GIST community making sure they are equipped with the appropriate resources on their GIST journey. URL:https://liferaftgroup.org/event/virtual-caregiver-support-group-9/ CATEGORIES:Events,Support Group ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://liferaftgroup.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Caregiver-Support-Group.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Diana Nieves":MAILTO:dnieves@liferaftgroup.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211106T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211106T120000 DTSTAMP:20260505T094904 CREATED:20211004T190529Z LAST-MODIFIED:20211026T154811Z UID:10000173-1636192800-1636200000@liferaftgroup.org SUMMARY:GDOL New York City/New Jersey - Virtual DESCRIPTION:This virtual meeting is for GISTers in the NY-NJ area.\n \nA GIST Day of Learning (GDOL) is a free one day event to help patients and caregivers learn more about this rare cancer\, find support\, and enhance their knowledge base to help them navigate their cancer journey. \nThe Life Raft Group has a simple focus: to cure a form of cancer — GIST — and to help those living with it until then. To do this\, the Life Raft Group focuses on three key areas: research\, patient support & education\, and advocacy\, which lay the foundation of our mission to ensure the survival of GIST patients through a comprehensive approach connecting individual patients’ needs\, the worldwide community of GIST advocates and the global health and research environment. \nREGISTERThank you to our sponsors for this event: URL:https://liferaftgroup.org/event/gdol-nyc-2021/ CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://liferaftgroup.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/gdol-ny-nj.png ORGANIZER;CN="Diana Nieves":MAILTO:dnieves@liferaftgroup.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211103T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211103T140000 DTSTAMP:20260505T094904 CREATED:20210625T145842Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210625T145842Z UID:10000154-1635944400-1635948000@liferaftgroup.org SUMMARY:Virtual Caregiver Support Group DESCRIPTION:Bi-Weekly Support Group for GIST Caregivers.\nHeld first & third Wednesdays of the month\nAs we continue to navigate this uncertain time together\, we want to offer you a little extra support. LRG has a twice monthly support group for the caregivers facilitated by Marlene Nei\, GIST Caregiver. To continue social distancing and connecting with caregivers across the United States\, we will use an electronic platform to gather as a group. We will talk about all the feelings you might be experiencing\, both in relation to GIST\, and COVID-19. \nWe will share our stories\, if you are comfortable\, and speak freely about the new fears and anxieties we might be feeling because of this unprecedented time. The group will be a safe space not only to feel supported by your fellow caregivers\, but also a place to share our own coping mechanisms to get us through this stressful time. All information shared will be kept confidential. Contact Diana Nieves at dnieves@liferaftgroup.org for more information. \n\nPlease email Diana Nieves at dnieves@liferaftgroup.org to join this meeting.\n\nAbout the Group Leader:\nMarlene Nei\, GIST Caregiver\nAs an active member of the Life Raft Group\, Marlene advocates for the needs of the caregiver community because she feels they are an underrepresented group. It is her mission to advocate for the entire GIST community making sure they are equipped with the appropriate resources on their GIST journey. URL:https://liferaftgroup.org/event/virtual-caregiver-support-group-13/ CATEGORIES:Events,Support Group ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://liferaftgroup.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Caregiver-Support-Group.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Diana Nieves":MAILTO:dnieves@liferaftgroup.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211102T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211102T193000 DTSTAMP:20260505T094904 CREATED:20210118T181321Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220323T125554Z UID:10000105-1635876000-1635881400@liferaftgroup.org SUMMARY:Virtual GISTer Support Group DESCRIPTION:The group will meet via Zoom on the first Tuesday of each month from 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM EST (NYC Time). \nThe group open to those who have not been able to participate in the past\, for one reason or another. We will start each group with a “Round Robin” in which anyone who feels like updating the group on how they are doing/feeling can do so. There is no pressure to speak if you prefer to simply listen. Once we complete our updates\, the group will have the opportunity for organic conversation to develop in relation to our emotional experiences around GIST\, and other challenges that we may be experiencing as a community. \nIn order to be able to moderate a flowing discussion\, the group will be capped at 15 people each month. The first 15 people into the Zoom waiting room will participate. Keep in mind that since the group is now open\, you don’t necessarily have to attend each month to be to participate. \nContact Diana Nieves to join: dnieves@liferaftgroup.org URL:https://liferaftgroup.org/event/virtual-gister-support-group-4/2021-11-02/ CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://liferaftgroup.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/GISTer-SUPPORT-2021.png ORGANIZER;CN="Diana Nieves":MAILTO:dnieves@liferaftgroup.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211020T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211020T140000 DTSTAMP:20260505T094904 CREATED:20210625T151030Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210625T151030Z UID:10000157-1634734800-1634738400@liferaftgroup.org SUMMARY:Virtual Caregiver Support Group DESCRIPTION:Bi-Weekly Support Group for GIST Caregivers.\nHeld first & third Wednesdays of the month\nAs we continue to navigate this uncertain time together\, we want to offer you a little extra support. LRG has a twice monthly support group for the caregivers facilitated by Marlene Nei\, GIST Caregiver. To continue social distancing and connecting with caregivers across the United States\, we will use an electronic platform to gather as a group. We will talk about all the feelings you might be experiencing\, both in relation to GIST\, and COVID-19. \nWe will share our stories\, if you are comfortable\, and speak freely about the new fears and anxieties we might be feeling because of this unprecedented time. The group will be a safe space not only to feel supported by your fellow caregivers\, but also a place to share our own coping mechanisms to get us through this stressful time. All information shared will be kept confidential. Contact Diana Nieves at dnieves@liferaftgroup.org for more information. \n\nPlease email Diana Nieves at dnieves@liferaftgroup.org to join this meeting.\n\nAbout the Group Leader:\nMarlene Nei\, GIST Caregiver\nAs an active member of the Life Raft Group\, Marlene advocates for the needs of the caregiver community because she feels they are an underrepresented group. It is her mission to advocate for the entire GIST community making sure they are equipped with the appropriate resources on their GIST journey. URL:https://liferaftgroup.org/event/virtual-caregiver-support-group-16/ CATEGORIES:Events,Support Group ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://liferaftgroup.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Caregiver-Support-Group.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Diana Nieves":MAILTO:dnieves@liferaftgroup.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211007T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211007T140000 DTSTAMP:20260505T094904 CREATED:20210913T193635Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210913T194922Z UID:10000170-1633615200-1633615200@liferaftgroup.org SUMMARY:Conversations with the LRG: Meet our International GIST Mentors! DESCRIPTION:Join us Thursday\, October 7th at 2pm ET for our next “Conversations with the LRG”. In this presentation\, our Global GIST Mentors will discuss the role of the GIST Mentor and how one can assist you on your GIST journey. \nYou will learn why each of these patients/caregivers chose to volunteer as a GIST Mentor and more about them and their own journey with GIST. \nThere will be a 15-minute Q&A at the end of the presentation. \nYou may submit questions in advance to Diana Nieves\, Senior Director of Outreach and Engagement: dnieves@liferaftgroup.org \nYou will also be able to submit questions in the chat feature during the presentation for the Q&A. \nREGISTER URL:https://liferaftgroup.org/event/conversations-with-the-lrg-meet-our-international-gist-mentors/ CATEGORIES:Events,Webcast ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://liferaftgroup.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/lrg-conver-Int-mentors.png ORGANIZER;CN="Diana Nieves":MAILTO:dnieves@liferaftgroup.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211006T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211006T140000 DTSTAMP:20260505T094904 CREATED:20210625T150722Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210625T150722Z UID:10000156-1633525200-1633528800@liferaftgroup.org SUMMARY:Virtual Caregiver Support Group DESCRIPTION:Bi-Weekly Support Group for GIST Caregivers.\nHeld first & third Wednesdays of the month\nAs we continue to navigate this uncertain time together\, we want to offer you a little extra support. LRG has a twice monthly support group for the caregivers facilitated by Marlene Nei\, GIST Caregiver. To continue social distancing and connecting with caregivers across the United States\, we will use an electronic platform to gather as a group. We will talk about all the feelings you might be experiencing\, both in relation to GIST\, and COVID-19. \nWe will share our stories\, if you are comfortable\, and speak freely about the new fears and anxieties we might be feeling because of this unprecedented time. The group will be a safe space not only to feel supported by your fellow caregivers\, but also a place to share our own coping mechanisms to get us through this stressful time. All information shared will be kept confidential. Contact Diana Nieves at dnieves@liferaftgroup.org for more information. \n\nPlease email Diana Nieves at dnieves@liferaftgroup.org to join this meeting.\n\nAbout the Group Leader:\nMarlene Nei\, GIST Caregiver\nAs an active member of the Life Raft Group\, Marlene advocates for the needs of the caregiver community because she feels they are an underrepresented group. It is her mission to advocate for the entire GIST community making sure they are equipped with the appropriate resources on their GIST journey. URL:https://liferaftgroup.org/event/virtual-caregiver-support-group-15/ CATEGORIES:Events,Support Group ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://liferaftgroup.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Caregiver-Support-Group.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Diana Nieves":MAILTO:dnieves@liferaftgroup.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20211005T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20211005T193000 DTSTAMP:20260505T094904 CREATED:20210118T181321Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220323T125554Z UID:10000104-1633456800-1633462200@liferaftgroup.org SUMMARY:Virtual GISTer Support Group DESCRIPTION:The group will meet via Zoom on the first Tuesday of each month from 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM EST (NYC Time). \nThe group open to those who have not been able to participate in the past\, for one reason or another. We will start each group with a “Round Robin” in which anyone who feels like updating the group on how they are doing/feeling can do so. There is no pressure to speak if you prefer to simply listen. Once we complete our updates\, the group will have the opportunity for organic conversation to develop in relation to our emotional experiences around GIST\, and other challenges that we may be experiencing as a community. \nIn order to be able to moderate a flowing discussion\, the group will be capped at 15 people each month. The first 15 people into the Zoom waiting room will participate. Keep in mind that since the group is now open\, you don’t necessarily have to attend each month to be to participate. \nContact Diana Nieves to join: dnieves@liferaftgroup.org URL:https://liferaftgroup.org/event/virtual-gister-support-group-4/2021-10-05/ CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://liferaftgroup.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/GISTer-SUPPORT-2021.png ORGANIZER;CN="Diana Nieves":MAILTO:dnieves@liferaftgroup.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210915T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210915T140000 DTSTAMP:20260505T094904 CREATED:20210625T144953Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210625T144953Z UID:10000151-1631710800-1631714400@liferaftgroup.org SUMMARY:Virtual Caregiver Support Group DESCRIPTION:Bi-Weekly Support Group for GIST Caregivers.\nHeld first & third Wednesdays of the month\nAs we continue to navigate this uncertain time together\, we want to offer you a little extra support. LRG has a twice monthly support group for the caregivers facilitated by Marlene Nei\, GIST Caregiver. To continue social distancing and connecting with caregivers across the United States\, we will use an electronic platform to gather as a group. We will talk about all the feelings you might be experiencing\, both in relation to GIST\, and COVID-19. \nWe will share our stories\, if you are comfortable\, and speak freely about the new fears and anxieties we might be feeling because of this unprecedented time. The group will be a safe space not only to feel supported by your fellow caregivers\, but also a place to share our own coping mechanisms to get us through this stressful time. All information shared will be kept confidential. Contact Diana Nieves at dnieves@liferaftgroup.org for more information. \n\nPlease email Diana Nieves at dnieves@liferaftgroup.org to join this meeting.\n\nAbout the Group Leader:\nMarlene Nei\, GIST Caregiver\nAs an active member of the Life Raft Group\, Marlene advocates for the needs of the caregiver community because she feels they are an underrepresented group. It is her mission to advocate for the entire GIST community making sure they are equipped with the appropriate resources on their GIST journey. URL:https://liferaftgroup.org/event/virtual-caregiver-support-group-10/ CATEGORIES:Events,Support Group ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://liferaftgroup.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Caregiver-Support-Group.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Diana Nieves":MAILTO:dnieves@liferaftgroup.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210907T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210907T193000 DTSTAMP:20260505T094904 CREATED:20210118T181321Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220323T125554Z UID:10000103-1631037600-1631043000@liferaftgroup.org SUMMARY:Virtual GISTer Support Group DESCRIPTION:The group will meet via Zoom on the first Tuesday of each month from 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM EST (NYC Time). \nThe group open to those who have not been able to participate in the past\, for one reason or another. We will start each group with a “Round Robin” in which anyone who feels like updating the group on how they are doing/feeling can do so. There is no pressure to speak if you prefer to simply listen. Once we complete our updates\, the group will have the opportunity for organic conversation to develop in relation to our emotional experiences around GIST\, and other challenges that we may be experiencing as a community. \nIn order to be able to moderate a flowing discussion\, the group will be capped at 15 people each month. The first 15 people into the Zoom waiting room will participate. Keep in mind that since the group is now open\, you don’t necessarily have to attend each month to be to participate. \nContact Diana Nieves to join: dnieves@liferaftgroup.org URL:https://liferaftgroup.org/event/virtual-gister-support-group-4/2021-09-07/ CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://liferaftgroup.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/GISTer-SUPPORT-2021.png ORGANIZER;CN="Diana Nieves":MAILTO:dnieves@liferaftgroup.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210901T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210901T140000 DTSTAMP:20260505T094904 CREATED:20210625T150515Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210625T150515Z UID:10000155-1630501200-1630504800@liferaftgroup.org SUMMARY:Virtual Caregiver Support Group DESCRIPTION:Bi-Weekly Support Group for GIST Caregivers.\nHeld first & third Wednesdays of the month\nAs we continue to navigate this uncertain time together\, we want to offer you a little extra support. LRG has a twice monthly support group for the caregivers facilitated by Marlene Nei\, GIST Caregiver. To continue social distancing and connecting with caregivers across the United States\, we will use an electronic platform to gather as a group. We will talk about all the feelings you might be experiencing\, both in relation to GIST\, and COVID-19. \nWe will share our stories\, if you are comfortable\, and speak freely about the new fears and anxieties we might be feeling because of this unprecedented time. The group will be a safe space not only to feel supported by your fellow caregivers\, but also a place to share our own coping mechanisms to get us through this stressful time. All information shared will be kept confidential. Contact Diana Nieves at dnieves@liferaftgroup.org for more information. \n\nPlease email Diana Nieves at dnieves@liferaftgroup.org to join this meeting.\n\nAbout the Group Leader:\nMarlene Nei\, GIST Caregiver\nAs an active member of the Life Raft Group\, Marlene advocates for the needs of the caregiver community because she feels they are an underrepresented group. It is her mission to advocate for the entire GIST community making sure they are equipped with the appropriate resources on their GIST journey. URL:https://liferaftgroup.org/event/virtual-caregiver-support-group-14/ CATEGORIES:Education,Support Group ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://liferaftgroup.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Caregiver-Support-Group.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Diana Nieves":MAILTO:dnieves@liferaftgroup.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210818T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210818T140000 DTSTAMP:20260505T094904 CREATED:20210625T143915Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210625T143915Z UID:10000149-1629291600-1629295200@liferaftgroup.org SUMMARY:Virtual Caregiver Support Group DESCRIPTION:Bi-Weekly Support Group for GIST Caregivers.\nHeld first & third Wednesdays of the month\nAs we continue to navigate this uncertain time together\, we want to offer you a little extra support. LRG has a twice monthly support group for the caregivers facilitated by Marlene Nei\, GIST Caregiver. To continue social distancing and connecting with caregivers across the United States\, we will use an electronic platform to gather as a group. We will talk about all the feelings you might be experiencing\, both in relation to GIST\, and COVID-19. \nWe will share our stories\, if you are comfortable\, and speak freely about the new fears and anxieties we might be feeling because of this unprecedented time. The group will be a safe space not only to feel supported by your fellow caregivers\, but also a place to share our own coping mechanisms to get us through this stressful time. All information shared will be kept confidential. Contact Diana Nieves at dnieves@liferaftgroup.org for more information. \n\nPlease email Diana Nieves at dnieves@liferaftgroup.org to join this meeting.\n\nAbout the Group Leader:\nMarlene Nei\, GIST Caregiver\nAs an active member of the Life Raft Group\, Marlene advocates for the needs of the caregiver community because she feels they are an underrepresented group. It is her mission to advocate for the entire GIST community making sure they are equipped with the appropriate resources on their GIST journey. URL:https://liferaftgroup.org/event/virtual-caregiver-support-group-8/ CATEGORIES:Events,Support Group ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://liferaftgroup.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Caregiver-Support-Group.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Diana Nieves":MAILTO:dnieves@liferaftgroup.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210804T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210804T140000 DTSTAMP:20260505T094904 CREATED:20210625T143912Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210625T143912Z UID:10000148-1628082000-1628085600@liferaftgroup.org SUMMARY:Virtual Caregiver Support Group DESCRIPTION:Bi-Weekly Support Group for GIST Caregivers.\nHeld first & third Wednesdays of the month\nAs we continue to navigate this uncertain time together\, we want to offer you a little extra support. LRG has a twice monthly support group for the caregivers facilitated by Marlene Nei\, GIST Caregiver. To continue social distancing and connecting with caregivers across the United States\, we will use an electronic platform to gather as a group. We will talk about all the feelings you might be experiencing\, both in relation to GIST\, and COVID-19. \nWe will share our stories\, if you are comfortable\, and speak freely about the new fears and anxieties we might be feeling because of this unprecedented time. The group will be a safe space not only to feel supported by your fellow caregivers\, but also a place to share our own coping mechanisms to get us through this stressful time. All information shared will be kept confidential. Contact Diana Nieves at dnieves@liferaftgroup.org for more information. \n\nPlease email Diana Nieves at dnieves@liferaftgroup.org to join this meeting.\n\nAbout the Group Leader:\nMarlene Nei\, GIST Caregiver\nAs an active member of the Life Raft Group\, Marlene advocates for the needs of the caregiver community because she feels they are an underrepresented group. It is her mission to advocate for the entire GIST community making sure they are equipped with the appropriate resources on their GIST journey. URL:https://liferaftgroup.org/event/virtual-caregiver-support-group-7/ CATEGORIES:Events,Support Group ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://liferaftgroup.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Caregiver-Support-Group.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Diana Nieves":MAILTO:dnieves@liferaftgroup.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210803T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210803T193000 DTSTAMP:20260505T094904 CREATED:20210118T181321Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220323T125554Z UID:10000102-1628013600-1628019000@liferaftgroup.org SUMMARY:Virtual GISTer Support Group DESCRIPTION:The group will meet via Zoom on the first Tuesday of each month from 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM EST (NYC Time). \nThe group open to those who have not been able to participate in the past\, for one reason or another. We will start each group with a “Round Robin” in which anyone who feels like updating the group on how they are doing/feeling can do so. There is no pressure to speak if you prefer to simply listen. Once we complete our updates\, the group will have the opportunity for organic conversation to develop in relation to our emotional experiences around GIST\, and other challenges that we may be experiencing as a community. \nIn order to be able to moderate a flowing discussion\, the group will be capped at 15 people each month. The first 15 people into the Zoom waiting room will participate. Keep in mind that since the group is now open\, you don’t necessarily have to attend each month to be to participate. \nContact Diana Nieves to join: dnieves@liferaftgroup.org URL:https://liferaftgroup.org/event/virtual-gister-support-group-4/2021-08-03/ CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://liferaftgroup.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/GISTer-SUPPORT-2021.png ORGANIZER;CN="Diana Nieves":MAILTO:dnieves@liferaftgroup.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210721T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210721T140000 DTSTAMP:20260505T094904 CREATED:20210625T125910Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210625T143257Z UID:10000147-1626872400-1626876000@liferaftgroup.org SUMMARY:Virtual Caregiver Support Group DESCRIPTION:Bi-Weekly Support Group for GIST Caregivers.\nHeld first & third Wednesdays of the month\nAs we continue to navigate this uncertain time together\, we want to offer you a little extra support. LRG has a twice monthly support group for the caregivers facilitated by Marlene Nei\, GIST Caregiver. To continue social distancing and connecting with caregivers across the United States\, we will use an electronic platform to gather as a group. We will talk about all the feelings you might be experiencing\, both in relation to GIST\, and COVID-19. \nWe will share our stories\, if you are comfortable\, and speak freely about the new fears and anxieties we might be feeling because of this unprecedented time. The group will be a safe space not only to feel supported by your fellow caregivers\, but also a place to share our own coping mechanisms to get us through this stressful time. All information shared will be kept confidential. Contact Diana Nieves at dnieves@liferaftgroup.org for more information. \n\nPlease email Diana Nieves at dnieves@liferaftgroup.org to join this meeting.\n\nAbout the Group Leader:\nMarlene Nei\, GIST CaregiverAs an active member of the Life Raft Group\, Marlene advocates for the needs of the caregiver community because she feels they are an underrepresented group. It is her mission to advocate for the entire GIST community making sure they are equipped with the appropriate resources on their GIST journey. URL:https://liferaftgroup.org/event/virtual-caregiver-support-group-6/ CATEGORIES:Events,Support Group ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://liferaftgroup.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Caregiver-Support-Group.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Diana Nieves":MAILTO:dnieves@liferaftgroup.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210715T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210715T130000 DTSTAMP:20260505T094904 CREATED:20210619T001422Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210712T165243Z UID:10000145-1626354000-1626354000@liferaftgroup.org SUMMARY:POSTPONED: Conversations with the LRG: GIST Mentors DESCRIPTION:POSTPONED – NEW DATE TBD\nOn Thursday\, July 15th at 1pm ET\, we are presenting another session of “Conversations with the LRG”. In this presentation\, another group of GIST Mentors will discuss the role of the Mentor and how one can assist you on your GIST journey. Learn more about why each of these patients/caregivers volunteer as a GIST Mentor and learn more about their personal journeys with GIST. There will be a 15-minute Q & A at the end of the presentation. \nYou can submit question were in advance to Mary Garland\, Communications Director: mgarland@liferaftgroup.org. Questions can also be submitted during the presentation. \nREGISTER URL:https://liferaftgroup.org/event/conversations-lrg-gist-mentors/ CATEGORIES:Events,Support Group,Webcast ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://liferaftgroup.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Mentors-4.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Diana Nieves":MAILTO:dnieves@liferaftgroup.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210707T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210707T140000 DTSTAMP:20260505T094904 CREATED:20210625T125611Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210625T125848Z UID:10000146-1625662800-1625666400@liferaftgroup.org SUMMARY:Virtual Caregiver Support Group DESCRIPTION:Bi-Weekly Support Group for GIST Caregivers.\nHeld first & third Wednesdays of the month\nAs we continue to navigate this uncertain time together\, we want to offer you a little extra support. LRG has a twice monthly support group for the caregivers facilitated by Marlene Nei\, GIST Caregiver. To continue social distancing and connecting with caregivers across the United States\, we will use an electronic platform to gather as a group. We will talk about all the feelings you might be experiencing\, both in relation to GIST\, and COVID-19. \nWe will share our stories\, if you are comfortable\, and speak freely about the new fears and anxieties we might be feeling because of this unprecedented time. The group will be a safe space not only to feel supported by your fellow caregivers\, but also a place to share our own coping mechanisms to get us through this stressful time. All information shared will be kept confidential. Contact Diana Nieves at dnieves@liferaftgroup.org for more information. \n\nPlease email Diana Nieves at dnieves@liferaftgroup.org to join this meeting.\n\nAbout the Group Leader:\nMarlene Nei\, GIST Caregiver\nAs an active member of the Life Raft Group\, Marlene advocates for the needs of the caregiver community because she feels they are an underrepresented group. It is her mission to advocate for the entire GIST community making sure they are equipped with the appropriate resources on their GIST journey. URL:https://liferaftgroup.org/event/virtual-caregiver-support-group-5/ CATEGORIES:Events,Support Group ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://liferaftgroup.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Caregiver-Support-Group.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Diana Nieves":MAILTO:dnieves@liferaftgroup.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210706T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210706T193000 DTSTAMP:20260505T094904 CREATED:20210118T181321Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220323T125554Z UID:10000101-1625594400-1625599800@liferaftgroup.org SUMMARY:Virtual GISTer Support Group DESCRIPTION:The group will meet via Zoom on the first Tuesday of each month from 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM EST (NYC Time). \nThe group open to those who have not been able to participate in the past\, for one reason or another. We will start each group with a “Round Robin” in which anyone who feels like updating the group on how they are doing/feeling can do so. There is no pressure to speak if you prefer to simply listen. Once we complete our updates\, the group will have the opportunity for organic conversation to develop in relation to our emotional experiences around GIST\, and other challenges that we may be experiencing as a community. \nIn order to be able to moderate a flowing discussion\, the group will be capped at 15 people each month. The first 15 people into the Zoom waiting room will participate. Keep in mind that since the group is now open\, you don’t necessarily have to attend each month to be to participate. \nContact Diana Nieves to join: dnieves@liferaftgroup.org URL:https://liferaftgroup.org/event/virtual-gister-support-group-4/2021-07-06/ CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://liferaftgroup.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/GISTer-SUPPORT-2021.png ORGANIZER;CN="Diana Nieves":MAILTO:dnieves@liferaftgroup.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210626T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210626T120000 DTSTAMP:20260505T094904 CREATED:20210601T184215Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210603T172410Z UID:10000141-1624701600-1624708800@liferaftgroup.org SUMMARY:GDOL California 2021 - Virtual DESCRIPTION:Join us virtually for GDOL California on June 26th at 10am Pacific Time. \nAgenda:\nOverview of GIST – Charles Forscher\, M.D.\, Cedars-Sinai\nLocal Control For Primary and Disseminated GIST – Brian Kadera\, M.D.\, UCLA\nNovel Therapies and ctDNA in GIST – Mark Agulnik\, M.D.\, City of Hope\nUtilizing Immunotherapy To Treat GIST – Arun Singh\, M.D.\, UCLA\nSDH and GIST Research on Non-Cancer Cells – Jason Sicklick\, M.D.\, UCSD\nQ&A – all presenters \nREGISTERVirtual GDOL California Sponsors: \n \nWhat’s a GDOL?  A GDOL is a GIST Day of Learning\, a free one-day event to help you\, as patients and caregivers\, learn more about GIST\, find support\, and enhance your knowledge base to help you navigate your cancer journey. At a GDOL you will learn more about your disease from expert clinicians\, researchers\, and advocates and connect with other patients\, caregivers\, and family members who are also on this rare journey. You are not alone. \nThe mission of the Life Raft Group is to enhance survival and quality of life for people living with GIST through patient-powered research\, education and empowerment\, and global advocacy efforts. The LRG vision is to champion patient-powered science and drastically increase long-term survivorship for all cancer patients. To accomplish this\, we rely on four key pillars; \n\nLeverage the patient perspective to drive innovative solutions in cancer research\nEducate and empower patients to take a larger role in their care\nAccelerate research outcomes through collaborative efforts\nIncrease access to effective treatments worldwide\n\nSee what a GDOL can offer you – visit this link to see presentations\, photos\, and posts about past GDOLs: \n\nView Past GDOLs \n\nFor questions or more information about GDOL\, Diana Nieves\, Senior Director\, Outreach & Engagement\, DNieves@liferaftgroup.org URL:https://liferaftgroup.org/event/gdol-california-2021-virtual/ CATEGORIES:Education,Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://liferaftgroup.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/California.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Diana Nieves":MAILTO:dnieves@liferaftgroup.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210616T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210616T140000 DTSTAMP:20260505T094904 CREATED:20210604T133134Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210604T152237Z UID:10000143-1623848400-1623852000@liferaftgroup.org SUMMARY:Virtual Caregiver Support Group DESCRIPTION:Weekly Support Group for GIST Caregivers.\nHeld first & third Wednesdays of the month\nAs we continue to navigate this uncertain time together\, we want to offer you a little extra support. LRG has a twice monthly support group for the caregivers facilitated by Marlene Nei\, GIST Caregiver. To continue social distancing and connecting with caregivers across the United States\, we will use an electronic platform to gather as a group. We will talk about all the feelings you might be experiencing\, both in relation to GIST\, and COVID-19. \nWe will share our stories\, if you are comfortable\, and speak freely about the new fears and anxieties we might be feeling because of this unprecedented time. The group will be a safe space not only to feel supported by your fellow caregivers\, but also a place to share our own coping mechanisms to get us through this stressful time. All information shared will be kept confidential. Contact Diana Nieves at dnieves@liferaftgroup.org for more information. \n\nPlease email Diana Nieves at dnieves@liferaftgroup.org to join this meeting.\n\nAbout the Group Leader:\nMarlene Nei\, GIST Caregiver\nAs an active member of the Life Raft Group\, Marlene advocates for the needs of the caregiver community because she feels they are an underrepresented group. It is her mission to advocate for the entire GIST community making sure they are equipped with the appropriate resources on their GIST journey. URL:https://liferaftgroup.org/event/virtual-caregiver-support-group-4/ CATEGORIES:Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://liferaftgroup.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/Caregiver-Support-Group.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Diana Nieves":MAILTO:dnieves@liferaftgroup.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210602T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210602T130000 DTSTAMP:20260505T094904 CREATED:20210119T153745Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210603T135810Z UID:10000130-1622638800-1622638800@liferaftgroup.org SUMMARY:Virtual Caregiver Support Group DESCRIPTION:Weekly Support Group for GIST Caregivers.\nHeld every Wednesday at 1pm ET beginning January 20\, 2021\nAs we continue to navigate this uncertain time together\, we want to offer you a little extra support. Every Wednesday at 1pm ET the LRG has a weekly support group for the caregivers facilitated by Marlene Nei\, GIST Caregiver. To continue social distancing and connecting with caregivers across the United States\, we will use an electronic platform\, to come together every week as a group. We will talk about all the feelings you might be experiencing\, both in relation to GIST\, and COVID-19. \nWe will share our stories\, if you are comfortable\, and speak freely about the new fears and anxieties we might be feeling because of this unprecedented time. The group will be a safe space not only to feel supported by your fellow caregivers\, but also a place to share our own coping mechanisms to get us through this stressful time. All information shared will be kept confidential. Contact Diana Nieves at dnieves@liferaftgroup.org for more information. \nPlease email Diana Nieves at dnieves@liferaftgroup.org to join this meeting.\nAbout the Group Leader:\nMarlene Nei\, GIST Caregiver \nAs an active member of the Life Raft Group\, Marlene advocates for the needs of the caregiver community because she feels they are an underrepresented group. It is her mission to advocate for the entire GIST community making sure they are equipped with the appropriate resources on their GIST journey. URL:https://liferaftgroup.org/event/virtual-caregiver-support-group-3/2021-06-02/ CATEGORIES:Events,Support Group ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://liferaftgroup.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Caregiver-Support-Group.png ORGANIZER;CN="Diana Nieves":MAILTO:dnieves@liferaftgroup.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR