Al Berg of the AARP NJ Speakers Bureau presented “Making Cents of Caregiving” on August 12, at 12PM ET. In this informative and educational session, he introduced essential information caregivers need to more easily manage the financial complexities of caregiving. Over the course of the presentation, he showed how to incorporate financial tips and resources into your caregiving. AARP Resources: https://www.aarp.org/caregiving/ https://www.aarp.org/caregiving/prepare-to-care-planning-guide/ https://www.aarp.org/caregiving/financial-legal/?intcmp=AE-CAR-SUBNAV-LEG https://www.aarp.org/content/dam/aarp/secure/caregiving/financial-workbooks/aarp-caregiving-financial-workbook-fillable.pdf https://learn.aarp.org/ Learn more about GIST: https://liferaftgroup.org/powered/ Join The Life Raft Group: https://liferaftgroup.org/life-raft-group-membership-application-form/ DONATE: https://bit.ly/DonateLRG2025
Making Cents of Caregiving
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El Día del Aprendizaje sobre los Tumores del Estroma Gastrointestinal (GIST) fue un espacio diseñado para pacientes y cuidadores, donde se compartió información clave sobre este cáncer poco común, se ofreció apoyo y se brindaron herramientas para afrontar el camino con GIST. Más información sobre GIST: https://liferaftgroup.org/powered/ Únete a Life Raft Group: https://liferaftgroup.org/life-raft-group-membership-application-form/ DONA: https://bit.ly/DonateLRG2025
Día del aprendizaje sobre GIST en español
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GIST Ride Highlights Reel
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The Life Raft Group hosted a special virtual event in honor of GIST Awareness Day, which is observed each year on July 13th. Patients, caregivers, and experts came together to raise awareness about GIST and advocate for progress toward a cure. During this event, GIST specialists Dr. Sicklick (UCSD), Dr. Blakely, and Dr. John Glod (NIH) engaged in an informal conversation, answering questions submitted by patients and caregivers. Learn more about GIST: https://liferaftgroup.org/powered/ Join The Life Raft Group: https://liferaftgroup.org/life-raft-group-membership-application-form/ DONATE: https://bit.ly/DonateLRG2025
GIST Awareness Day Fireside Chat
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Jennifer Noonan of Accessia Health covered key updates including the Medicare Prescription Payment Plan (M3P), cost-sharing “smoothing,” and how charitable financial assistance programs can support individuals navigating high out-of-pocket costs. Learn what these changes mean for patients and caregivers — and how to prepare for what’s ahead. Learn more about GIST: https://liferaftgroup.org/powered/ Join The Life Raft Group: https://liferaftgroup.org/life-raft-group-membership-application-form/ DONATE: https://bit.ly/DonateLRG2025
Navigating Financial Support & Medicare Changes
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Dr. Herbert Loong summarized abstracts and presentations that were presented during this conference that are relevant to the GIST patient community. Learn more about GIST: https://liferaftgroup.org/powered/ Join the Life Raft Group: https://liferaftgroup.org/life-raft-group-membership-application-form/ DONATE: https://bit.ly/DonateLRG2025
Updates from ASCO 2025 Annual Meeting
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Certified Wellness Coach & Patient Advocate Carolina Williams shared holistic ways to support healing through mindfulness and vibrational living. During this virtual session, Carolina guided participants in practices such as meditation, breathwork, and energy-awareness techniques to help manage emotional and energetic challenges. Attendees also learned how vibrational frequencies can influence well-being and how to create a supportive environment that fosters inner peace, emotional balance, and resilience for both patients and caregivers. Learn more about GIST: https://liferaftgroup.org/powered/ Join the Life Raft Group: https://liferaftgroup.org/life-raft-group-membership-application-form/ DONATE: https://bit.ly/DonateLRG2025
Holistic Approaches to Healing in Harmony
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La Sra. Tigre-Nerimora compartió estrategias para vivir plenamente con un enfoque holístico y personalizado, centrado en el bienestar integral. Además, abordó aspectos clave como el manejo de síntomas físicos, el bienestar emocional y el cuidado espiritual. Más información sobre GIST: https://liferaftgroup.org/powered/ Únete a Life Raft Group: https://liferaftgroup.org/life-raft-group-membership-application-form/ DONA: https://bit.ly/DonateLRG2025
Los Beneficios de los Cuidados Paliativos
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Dr. Grant Smith shared ways to live your best life using a holistic, person-centered approach. During this workshop, Dr. Smith talked about physical symptoms as well as emotional and spiritual well-being. Attendees also learned about the medical specialty called palliative care, and how it could provide an extra level of support and improve quality of life. Learn more about GIST: https://liferaftgroup.org/powered/ Join the Life Raft Group: https://liferaftgroup.org/life-raft-group-membership-application-form/ DONATE: https://bit.ly/DonateLRG2025
The Benefits of Palliative Care
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