Our Klatch programs are coed. These discussion groups are on a mission to improve the way people think, feel, and act through every phase of their caregiving journey.
Here's a peek at our process:
The Klatch concept is not your ordinary cancer education or support group. A welcoming environment provides the backdrop for skilled peer facilitators to guide guests through a structured dialogue around caregiver issues, decided upon by the group. Offering nourishment, drinks, and comradery, Klatch participants are sure to gain validation, helpful advice, a sense of belonging, and restoration" - Alicia Cain, Virginia Piper Cancer Center
Currently we're offering three Klatches every month.
Learn About Our Caregiver Klatch Facilitators:
Dan Cramer |
Dan is a husband. Brother. Dog dad. Caregiver (metastatic breast cancer since July 2018 and counting). Diehard Chicago Cubs fan. Competitive backgammon player. Avid cook. Reader. Movie buff. Wine lover. St. Paul resident. He and his wife blog about their cancer journey together at https://meaningandstuff.com/.
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Rachel Engstrom, M.S.W., C.H.E.S. |
Rachel is a social services advocate that works in the mental health and substance abuse world. She has a master’s degree in social work and a health educational specialist certification. In 2011 when Rachel was 28, her husband Grayson was diagnosed with leukemia. Rachel was a caregiver, advocate, supporter, wife, cheerleader, and cancer world navigator for Grayson, until his death in 2013. She decided to take share her story with the world in her new book “Wife, Widow, Now What? How I Navigated the Cancer World and How You Can, Too,” through her own words, social media posts during her journey, and how-to guides for the patient, caregiver and supporters. Rachel greatly enjoys helping patients, caregivers/families find the right resources to meet their needs, as well as promoting self-care through practical and fun ways. Rachel loves spending time with her family, jigsaw puzzles, reading, writing, music, walks with her dog, tea and naps.
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Randy Lee |
Randy has spent much of the 3+ years since his wife Brenda’s death from bile duct cancer figuring out what life should look like now. A former corporate IT drone, Randy splits his time these days grieving, grief mentoring, amateur photography, cooking 101, retiring, and providing tech help to family and friends. He is aided in these endeavors by his constant companion Gloria and their two cats Pia and Missy.
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Questions?
Shoot us an email at contactus@jackscaregiverco.org or give us a call at 612-547-6929.
