Coffee Connection Gatherings

Men with cancer are invited to attend Idaho2Fly’s biweekly coffee/breakfast groups. These regular gatherings help men continue the connections made during their Idaho2Fly retreat experience, or help men who are considering attending a retreat to find connection, camaraderie and support prior to their retreat experience. Groups meet every other Wednesday at 10am and or Saturday at 8am throughout the year.

For more information, contact:

Jim Garver: (951) 204-1345 j.garver@idaho2fly.org

Since 2013, Idaho2Fly’s fly fishing retreats and year-round activities have created a powerful support program for men in Idaho, helping them to navigate cancer with resilience and community. Now we are extending connection opportunities to their spouses. Enjoy connection with other women who understand the unique journey of loving a man with cancer. No fixing, no pressure, no expectations —just real conversation with women walking a similar path. For more information, contact:

Christine Soza: (208) 965-7213 christinesoza7@gmail.com

Linda Harmon Butts: (310) 702-7023 lindajoan2016@gmail.com

If you live in Eastern Idaho and would like to participate in a breakfast group, contact the leader in your area for details, times and directions:

• Pocatello: Tom Echert (208) 240-5867 tjechert@yahoo.com

• Idaho Falls: Bob Starck (208) 589-9339 rcstarck@gmail.com

You may also be interested in a more personal, one-on-one connection with a member of our community to help you process the ups and downs of cancer. If so, talk to your coffee group leader or contact Steve Drabek and they will try to connect you with a “Buddy” volunteer who has had a similar cancer experience. Your buddy will phone or meet with you for coffee or lunch on a regular one-on-one basis to listen and discuss the challenges you face battling cancer.