May/June 2013 GYN Cancers Alliance provides education, resources and support to local women and caregivers affected by gynecologic cancers.
Tee Up Fore Teal 2013
President’s Message, Clinical Trials & Resources Page 2 Caregivers, Family & Village People Page 4 Teal in the Park Springfield Cardinal Baseball Page 6
2013 Support Group Meetings Page 3 Cyndi Sullivan “Tee Up Fore Teal” Memorial Golf Tournament Page 5 We Can’t Thank You Enough! Page 7
Jan Robbins Executive Director Sylvia Terbrock Client Services/Admin GYN Cancers Alliance 3023 S. Fort, Suite B Springfield, MO 65807 (417) 869.2220 www.gynca.org Board of Directors 2012-13
President’s Message…
As my year as President of the Board of Directors of GYNCA heads into the home stretch, I reflect on the many things that happened this year. Personally, it has been an up-and-down year as my cancer returned for a third time but I was able to make it through five months of chemotherapy and come out of it cancer free. I also decided to retire from Missouri State University in August. I have been there since 1992 and have worked without a break for the last 38 years so I am very much looking forward to a different lifestyle. I have many things I want to do and keeping involved with GYNCA is at the top of the list. I am humbled by the many supporters of GYNCA and all you do. Whether it is a gift of time and/or talents and/or financial resources I cannot begin to tell you how important it is to the women we serve. Being diagnosed with cancer is a life-altering experience and knowing there are people who care helps so much. Many of the women we help have lost their jobs and health insurance due to having cancer. GYNCA helps many women with utility bills, gas, car repairs and rent and this support can help them concentrate on getting better.
President Sue George President Elect Nancy Cathey Secretary Mary Burmeister Treasurer Jason Jordan
You may or may not have someone in your life that has experienced cancer. If you have, you know it is a family or a friendship disease. The person with cancer is not the only one affected. In addition to providing financial help GYNCA provides one-on-one mentoring and support group meetings. The friendships found through GYNCA for those with and without cancer are life-long and treasured.
Becky Bach
There are not enough words to thank all GYNCA friends. We cannot do our work without you and I thank you for your ongoing support.
Andy Bennett Stevia Bonebrake Donna Charles Susan Daniel Robert DeVore Suzanne Dukewits Ann Grace Cindy Hail Judy Hancock Randy Hopper Karen McQueary Krittenbrink Rosemary Lewis Kim Lorenzen
CANCER RESEARCH & CLINICAL TRIALS Clinical trials are a BIG DEAL in the fight to find cures for all cancers. Cancer Research for the Ozarks started with Mercy & CoxHealth; it now includes hospitals and health systems in Joplin, Bolivar, Branson, Rolla and more. The CCOP (Community Clinical Oncology Program) is designed to provide access to more current and innovative treatment options through NCI (National Cancer Institute)-approved cancer research trials to community oncologists and their patients. For many cancer patients throughout the Ozarks region, being a part of a CRO research trial in the past has saved their lives, enhanced their quality of life, provided additional support or extended life in a meaningful
way. Because of CRO, most patients do not need to travel far and to other states to participate in clinical trials. CRO recently announced that Jay Carlson, MD (Mercy Women’s Oncology) has accepted the position of Principal Investigator for Cancer Research for the Ozarks and Dr. Al Bonebrake (CoxHealth’s Ferrell Duncan Clinic Women’s Oncology) has accepted the position of Associate Principal Investigator. While they are both extremely busy with their respective hospital practices, Drs. Bonebrake and Carlson feel very strongly about research and their new opportunity to work with CRO. This is great news and we applaud and congratulate CRO, Dr. Jay Carlson and Dr. Al Bonebrake!
Resources
Sandra Lowther
CoxHealth
Amy Michael
Caregivers Support Group
Susan Mihalevich
First Thursday of each month at 4:30 in the Patient Classroom, Suite 200 This group is for those who have a loved one with cancer.
Janice Penney Angel Shortt Judy Thompson Tom Wells Ex-Officio Board Members Dr. Al Bonebrake - Cox Health Dr. Jay Carlson - Mercy Founder Joy Lamberson-Klock
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Mercy Health Cancer Caregiver Support Group Meets the 1st Thursday of each month from 11:30am-1:00pm The caregiver support group is for family members and caregivers whose loved ones are facing cancer.
Music Therapy Meets the 2nd Tuesday in the Support Group Room from 6:30-7:30pm This class uses proven musical methods to address the physical, emotional, cognitive and social needs of cancer survivors.
Yoga for Cancer Survivors Meets every Wednesday from 8:30-9:30am Yoga promotes physical and mental well-being, using a combination of movements, poses and breathing techniques to enhance relaxation, tone the body and improve circulation. People of all ages and abilities can enjoy yoga as part of their regular fitness routine. For information on all Mercy classes and events: http://www.mercy.net/service/cancer-care/cancer-classes-in-springfield
Support Group Meetings (May thru September)
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Unless otherwise noted, all meetings are held at The Library Center, 4653 S Campbell, Springfield on the 3rd Thursday monthly in Auditorium or other designated meeting room. Social hour at 6:00 pm. Program at 6:30 pm. Please note updated weather/GYNCA meeting policy: If either Springfield or Greene County (or both) is under any type of National Weather Service advisory, watch or warning, i.e. snow, tornado, flash flood, etc., support group meetings will be cancelled. This includes the 8-hour time period prior to and immediately after a meeting is set to take place. Also, if Springfield Public Schools are cancelled, GYNCA offices will be closed and no meetings will be held.
May 16 – I Love Lucy! (Or, as Ricky says, “Lucy, you’ve got some ‘splaining to do!) Come laugh with the rest of us … laughter is good for the soul!
June 20 - Picnic In The Park SPECIAL LOCATION – Springfield Lake Boathouse & Marina 5324 South Kissick Avenue, Springfield (417) 891-1550. Fun and games for our survivors, kids, grandkids, families and caregivers! Hearts on Fire BBQ will be serving BBQ sandwiches, pitbeans, potato salad OR cold slaw, so we need to know how many are coming! Call the office 869-2220 or email jan@gynca.org for reservations and # and ages of children.
July 18 - Hospice and Palliative Care The ever-evolving world of Hospice and Palliative Care, and to help us better understand a subject we’re often afraid to address, we look forward to welcoming Pat A. Price, Director-Mercy Hospice. This might also be a good meeting to bring caregivers and family members along … sometimes their questions are different than the patient’s.
August 15 - Evening of Pampering! This is your evening, ladies! We already have massage therapists lined up and will be bringing in others to do nails, hand massage, aroma therapy, etc. to help you look and feel better. One of our favorite meetings, so don’t miss it!
September 19 - Physician’s Panel! Bring your pressing questions for Dr. Al Bonebrake, Dr. Jay Carlson and others! Now that both Dr.’s Carlson and Bonebrake are principal investigators for Cancer Research of the Ozarks, they have the latest information on clinical trails and cancer research, too. Don’t miss it!
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May/June 2013
Caregivers , Family & Village People
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all them whatever you prefer --- caregivers, family or village people --- they all play vital roles in the life of patients battling cancer.
Purposely included in GYNCA’s mission statement, “GYN Cancers Alliance provides education, resources and support to local women and caregivers affected by gynecologic cancers.” Unfortunately it is natural to gravitate to the immediate needs of the patient since we hear from her more often. In recent weeks though, we are learning that caregivers are also suffering, grieving and feeling helpless --- often in silence --- as they work hard to hide their own fears while maintaining a staunch front of hope and determination. In the most subtle and surprising ways, we’ve been reminded that GYNCA’s presence for patients, caregivers and family members are equally important both during treatment and even afterwards if a client loses her battle against cancer. GYNCA loses a good friend and Woman of Courage; the families lose a wife, mother, daughter, life partner, grandma, aunt, sister or lifelong friend. As women battle physically and emotionally, caregivers also battle their personal unknowns while internalizing pain, fear, anxiety, loss, loneliness and helplessness.
Thank You for your SUPPORT Macadoodles Spring Wine Tasting Kim and Brett Lorenzen Awesome Macadoodles Staff Florentina’s Ristorante’ Italiano Silent auction donors/vendors Awesome volunteers! Wonderful attendees! 12th Annual Spring Luncheon Presenting Sponsors Ron & Janice Penney Teal Sponsor – CoxHealth Gold Sponsor – Robert & Becky Bach Gold Sponsor – Bonnie Atteberry 417 Magazine Mercy OMB Old Missouri Bank ADsmith Cares Magazine Scott Cotton Photography Dr. John & Susan Mihalevich Rosalie O’Reilly Wooten Gary & Suzanne Dukewits Marsha & Tom Slaight John & Jeanie Morris Andrea Batey & Carolyn Hoffman Walnut Capital Ann Grace Stevia Bonebrake Springfield First Community Bank The Animal Care Center Liberty Press GYNCA Friend and Luncheon Emcee – Lisa Rose of KY3 Fabulous Fashion Show by Kathi Cryderman, The Harem & Co.; Pam Stahle & Ben Killingsworth, Town & County, Cindy McCaffrey, Kricket’s, and Debbie Boehmler, Ashby’s. Hair styles by Duane Bone and makeup by Frost Salon! Models for The Harem & Company Sandra Lowther, Survivor Betty Parnell Betsy Miller, Survivor Merleene Knapton Diane Ely, Survivor Patty Brooks, Survivor Kim Lorenzen
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Models for Town & County Judy Thompson Dr. Kristy McCall Shirley Bareford, Survivor Karen McQueary Krittenbrink Tracy Lipscomb Tina Stillwell Bev Aton Models for Men of Town & County Ron Penney Mike Green Jason Jordan Dr. Al Bonebrake Dr. Jay Carlson Andy Bennett Models for Krickets Fine Fashions Deanne Ford Shirley Mason Amanda Cook, Survivor Kathy Dickison, Survivor Kathy Hill Maria Neider Debbie Nelson Models for Ashby’s Chantal Drennen Angel Shortt Marsha Mehnken Sharman Bennett Rolanda Lawler, Survivor Laura Kinne Tote Bag Prize Donors Gary & Suzanne Dukewits The Harem & Co., Kathi Cryderman Town & County, Pam Stahle Krickets Fine Fashions, Cindy McCaffrey Ashby’s, Debbie Boehmler Maxon’s Diamond Merchants, Rick & Jane McElvaine 417 Magazine Silent Auction Donors, Vendor Booths & Tote Inserts Brentwood Center Merchants JellyBEANS Gracie’s Bridal
I would encourage patients and caregivers alike to visit the Blog of our friend, a Woman of Courage and ovarian cancer fighter, Charlotte Hopper, “Split Down the Middle.” ckhopper.blogspot.com. Charlotte speaks candidly about her personal fight and her lack of identity after her last chemo treatment. From husband Randy’s perspective, he has learned, “I can’t be the sole protector for my ovarian patient. I don’t have to be the perfect player on this team, but I need to be the perfect teammate. That means let the star be the star. I will mess up. I will say the wrong thing. But I won’t be afraid to be a man in a women’s world... I will lay my inadequacies on the table for other men to see, and I will never, ever turn my back on my teal family.” And to daughter, Morgan, recently accepted into Missouri Southern State University’s Honors Program, who fulfilled an autobiographical essay application requirement that addressed “from the end of her life looking back over everything she had accomplished,” and revealing how her mother’s cancer diagnosis changed her life forever. I’m guessing that the writings of Charlotte, Randy and Morgan reflect the fears, emotions, realities and helplessness and hopefulness of all survivors, caregivers, family, friends and people in your Village. We thank the Hoppers for putting into words what so many others are unable to verbally express themselves.
Anna Sophia Plaza Shoe Store Ashby’s Gamble’s Men’s Suit Mart Town & County The Review Shoppe Home Styles Manoli’s Jewelers Opa box Nearly Famous Deli & Pasta House Provence’ Gallery Eleven Merchants Dagwood’s Ozark Adventures El Puente Mexican Restaurant Parlor 88 Baglady Boutique Ideal Image Laser Hair Removal Rainbow Nails Frost Salon Merle Norman Sheri Bell Betty Shortt Greystone Hair & Spa Studio 128 Jewelry Designs Wannagettapizza Jan Robbins MSU Athletics Dept. Harem & Co. Bad Apple Monster Parkcrest Dental Miche, Angie Crews Silgan Containers Diane Ely Allenbrand Res. Center DiGiacinto’s Sunshine Gifts Acacia Spa, Janny Dyer OMB Old Missouri Bank Fred & Patty Brooks Janice Penney Colleen Neill SNAP Fitness MSU Bookstore Rhonda Walker, LMT Big Cedar Gorgeous Eyes Forever
2B Organized Krickets Fine Fashions Precision Muscular Therapy The Roost Bar & Grill Enoch’s BBQ Mr. Bigg’s Pizza Susan Mihalevich Janice Markley Grove Spa Ann Grace Flo Eatery & Wine Bar Susan Von Willer Dickerson Park Zoo Panera Bread Super Duper Diaper Doo Jennifer Landry The Meyer Center Miche, Keli Messerly Silpada, Leslie Stevens The Thicket Clip Joint, Tami The Women’s Center Milestone Boutique Oxford Homecare It Works Body Wrap CoxHealth Luncheon Committee Nancy Cathey, Chair Angel Shortt Colleen Neill Donna Charles Janice Penney Judy Thompson Mary Burmeister Merleene Knapton Rosemary Lewis Sandra Lowther Stevia Bonebrake Ann Grace Susan Daniel Susan Mihalevich Betty Shortt Randi Jackson Kristan Gochenauer Jan Robbins
Monday May 20 2013 www.gynca.org At Highland Springs Country Club
Four Person Scramble, Men's and Women's Divisions New Vehicle from Youngblood for a Hole-In-One! | Flighted Prizes | Great Raffle Prizes Tournament limited to 25 teams each flight, REGISTER ONLINE TODAY! Sunday Night Kick-Off Party
May 19- 6:00pm at Highland Springs Country Club- Banquet Room
Morning Flight- Men's Flight
Starting at 7:00am
Afternoon Flight- Women's Flight Starting at 11:00am
Still Available! $600 Team of Four I Four Players & Sunday Night Kick-Off Party Player_____________________________________ Shirt Sz______ Player_____________________________________ Shirt Sz______ Player_____________________________________ Shirt Sz______ Player_____________________________________ Shirt Sz______ # Atnd Sun. Night____. # Non-Golfers Atnd Sun. Night @ $50ea ____.
& Rick’s Automotive, Ron & Janice Penney, Computer Recycling Center, Jim & Mandy Conley, Oreck, Kelly Danielson, Bill & Karen Krittenbrink
SPONSORS
Sponsorships still available-please contact 417.869.2220 for more info.
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Saturday, August 31, 2013 Game Time 6:09pm
Springfield Cardinals VS Tulsa Drillers Players wear TEAL jerseys to be auctioned off during the game! This is the last televised game of the season! Tickets - $10 (all GYNCA seats located in Secs. M & N ---- in the shade!) Vendor booths available Survivors’ parade around the field @ 5:30 prior to 1st pitch! Everyone welcome to join! Special GYNCA teal shirts available
Order Form I want to have a booth at the game! Call Jan at 869-2220 or email jan@gynca.org for more information. Send me
tickets to the game @ $10 each, for the total of $
Enclosed is my check $ Or Charge my Visa, Mastercard or Discover (circle one) Card Number Exp Date Sec Code Name on Credit Card: Billing address of the credit card I want to reserve t-shirts for the game at a cost of $ $ $13(sizes XXL+).
$10(sizes up to XL); or
Buy a block of tickets for your Company’s night out or Family outing! How many? ____ Shirts can be picked up at GYNCA office no later than 5pm on Friday, August 30th at 3023 S. Fort venue, Suite B, Springfield MO 65807 Call 869-2220 for information or questions!
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May/June 2013 Thank You to Our Generous Grantors, Donors,Sponsors & Underwriters In Memory of Cathy Lindstrom Diana Barnes Jay & Suzanne Scott Janice L. Crosby Jan Robbins Seth Leonard, RLI Surety Mr. & Mrs. Ted Von Willer, Jr. Ron & Karen Ollis Towe Construction Co., Inc. Dick Luke Insurance Barry & Beverly Aton Jeffery C. Hutchens Dean & Marti Towe Neil & Beverly Stenger Dr. John & Jeris Ferguson Ken & Marilyn Keltner Barbara J. Mitchell Inez H. Tillman Vaughn & Sue George Jerry & Linda Jared Judy M. Everett Peg & Robert Carolla Patricia Squires Winifred Nixon Delta Roofing Terry & Mary Kay Meek Jan & Pamela Stahle Eugene Field Elementary PTA Cathy Wells Joyce T. Blades Susie Henry Frances D. Ellis Gary Glad Mike & Becky Patton Jim Hutcheson Realtors, Inc. John Simpson Julie Adams Robert & Diane Price Carla Beezley Roscoe & Hannah Jones Rick & Sheila Mayse Bill & Donna Montgomery Mary Martha & Jim Hagale Richard & Rhonda Ralston Brian & Anne Brooks Cynthia C. Morris JoAnn Brown Marcia & Jeffrey Johnson Mary Ann & Ken Herfkens Dr. & Mrs. Robert Adams Bill & Marie Prater Dr. Leo & Doris Wyrsch George & Lyn Thompson Lynn & Karen Thompson Miles Thompson Tyler Thompson Lezah & Ron Stenger Chuck Banta Margaret Banta Virginia & LaRue Savage Alan & Cathy Tong Steve & Kris Garcia Tim & Judy Reynolds Joe Martin John & Susan Mihalevich
Sandra Lowther Judy Thompson Mary Burmeister Kathi Cryderman Joann Buckner Chip & Silvia Sheppard Darrell & Marilyn Ragar Nancy Almirall Beverly & Barry Aton Jerry & Kay Cook Larry & Tracy Lipscomb Panera Bread Kelly & Vicki Burk Peggy J. Shirk Jan Stewart Brent & Barbie Davis Mr. & Mrs. Charles Garrison Harry & Nancy Chalfant Don & Linda Neel Judy Beisner Annette & Stan Hall Andrea M. Croley Mark & Gretchen Gambon Cathy & William Powell Barbara Collins Nancy & Joe Martin Chad & Andrea Turner Rebecca Hogan James & Donnis Grundy Cindy Wyrsch Jerry C. Quinn Fred & Sarah Muegge Fred & Patty Brooks Ann Hicks Joanne Allemann Janice & Richard Wilson Nicole McCann Robert & Lynn Horsfield Sam & Susan Winn Nancy & Michael White Robert & Cynthia Bennett David & Starlin Macheca Rosalie & James Cook Judy Hoover Rick & Cathy Hunter Brian & Lindellyn Fielder Willard & Joan Thompson III Bev Lines In Memory of Dorthy Shurley Riki Barr Suzanne Dukewits Jan Robbins Cyrus Cameron In Memory of Peggy Abernathy Pat Hillme
Judy Light Hazel Gibbs Robin Bridges Tressie Gilmore In Memory of Jan Barclay Bill & Donna Montgomery Larry & Tracy Lipscomb Sandra Lowther Sherry Montileone In Honor of Mary Burmeister Sherry Montileone In Honor of the Marriage of Nancy & Brian Cathey Laura Bowles June Johnson Penny Marler Mailyn Bauer Jeff Robinson Joanne Schahuber Linda Huckaby
Coming this fall ... A special community-wide awareness event is in the works to honor the memory of a dear friend to the Springfield community and Woman of Courage --- details coming soon!
3rd Annual Teal to Heal, an Evening of Arts & Entertainment Friday, September 13, 2013 Hickory Hills Country Club Patrons’ Party hosted by Ron & Janice Penney Live & Silent Auctions
In Memory of Tammy Gaines Pat Hillme In Memory of Linda Kay McKee Denzel Joe Bever Connie Schooley
To make a donation to GYNCA please mail checks to 3023 S Fort, Suite B, Springfield, MO 65807 or go online to ww All donations are 100% tax deductible as allowed by law.
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GYN Cancers Alliance 3023 S Fort, Suite B Springfield, MO 65807
May/June 2013
ANNUAL PICNIC IN THE PARK June 20th!!
GYNCA’s Picnic in the Park for gynecologic cancer survivors, caregivers and families at Springfield Lake Boathouse & Marina, 5324 S Kissick Avenue. Hearts on Fire BBQ will be serving the food! Games for the kiddos! Make sure GYNCA knows how many are coming by calling 869-2220; we need a count no later than Monday, June 17th!