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SUMMARY:Children with Complex Medical Needs Afternoon Group - VIRTUAL
DESCRIPTION:Hope Grows facilitates a monthly\, virtual drop-in session for parents and family caregivers of children with complex health needs* to meet one another and gain support from peers. Discussion topics relate to emotional and mental health\, and caregiver wellness. \nRSVP to intake@hopegrows.org or call 412-369-HOPE (4673)\, extension 101. \nPlease note\, all times are EST time zone. \n*Includes multi-organ involvement in chronic health conditions\, ongoing use of medical technology (tracheotomies\, wheelchairs\, etc.)\, limited verbal or physical capabilities\, and repeated\, extended-stay hospital admissions.
URL:https://hopegrows.org/event/children-with-complex-medical-needs-afternoon-group-virtual/2024-11-12/
LOCATION:PA
CATEGORIES:Online Support Groups
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SUMMARY:Life During Caregiving Morning Meetup - IN PERSON
DESCRIPTION:In the serene setting of the Iris Respite House in Moon Township\, our tea and coffee meetups offer a warm embrace for family caregivers located in the Pittsburgh area. Gather in the sunlit rooms or under the open sky\, as stories are shared and bonds of understanding deepen. Guided by our Root of Good Care Counseling team and Hope Grows friends\, every sip is a step towards mutual growth and support. Whether you’re a regular or a newcomer\, sign up to share a cup filled with hope and heart. \nRSVP to intake@hopegrows.org or call 412-369-HOPE (4673)\, extension 101. \n*Please note\, all times are EST time zone.*
URL:https://hopegrows.org/event/life-during-caregiving-morning-meetup-in-person/2024-11-14/
LOCATION:Iris Respite House\, 183 Shafer Road\, Moon Township\, PA\, 15108\, United States
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SUMMARY:Life After Caregiving Afternoon Meetup - IN PERSON
DESCRIPTION:Amid the tranquil surroundings of the Iris Respite House in Moon Township\, join us to remember\, reflect\, and re-discover. Our tea and coffee meetups provide a haven for those who have journeyed through caregiving and are now navigating the waters of grief and healing\, as our Root of Good Care Counseling team offers solace and understanding. Find strength in shared experiences and the promise of new chapters. Whether you’re seeking to reminisce\, find support\, or both\, sign up to share a cup brewed with memories and hope for the future. \nRSVP to intake@hopegrows.org or call 412-369-HOPE (4673)\, extension 101. \n*Please note\, all times are EST time zone.*
URL:https://hopegrows.org/event/life-after-caregiving-afternoon-meetup-in-person/2024-11-14/
LOCATION:Iris Respite House\, 183 Shafer Road\, Moon Township\, PA\, 15108\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241118T180000
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SUMMARY:Children with Complex Medical Needs Evening Group – VIRTUAL
DESCRIPTION:Hope Grows facilitates a monthly\, virtual drop-in session for parents and family caregivers of children with complex health needs* to meet one another and gain support from peers. Discussion topics relate to emotional and mental health\, and caregiver wellness. \nRSVP to intake@hopegrows.org or call 412-369-HOPE (4673)\, extension 101. \nPlease note\, all times are EST time zone. \n*Includes multi-organ involvement in chronic health conditions\, ongoing use of medical technology (tracheotomies\, wheelchairs\, etc.)\, limited verbal or physical capabilities\, and repeated\, extended-stay hospital admissions. \n 
URL:https://hopegrows.org/event/children-with-complex-medical-needs-evening-group-virtual/2024-11-18/
LOCATION:PA
CATEGORIES:Online Support Groups
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SUMMARY:Life During Caregiving Morning Meetup - VIRTUAL
DESCRIPTION:From the comfort of your space to ours\, join us for a virtual tea and coffee meetup that transcends boundaries. No matter where you are in the Pittsburgh region\, our online gatherings bring family caregivers together\, creating a tapestry of shared experiences and understanding. With the steady support of the Root of Good Care Counseling team and Hope Grows friends\, every digital interaction fosters growth and unity. Whether you’re sipping from your home office\, living room\, or garden\, sign up and let’s fill our screens with hope\, compassion\, and uplifting conversations. \nRSVP to intake@hopegrows.org or call 412-369-HOPE (4673)\, extension 101. \n*Please note\, all times are EST time zone.*
URL:https://hopegrows.org/event/life-during-caregiving-morning-meetup-virtual-2/
LOCATION:PA
CATEGORIES:Coffee & Tea Meet Ups,Online Support Groups
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SUMMARY:Life After Caregiving Afternoon Meetup - VIRTUAL
DESCRIPTION:Our afternoon virtual sessions are tailored for those navigating life post-caregiving. Under the guidance of our Root of Good Care Counseling team\, we aim to provide a space that blends insights with genuine empathy. From the comfort of your chosen space\, let’s come together to share experiences\, offer support\, and contemplate the journey ahead. Your story and feelings matter deeply to us. Let’s embark on this next chapter together\, understanding and supporting one another. We hope to connect with you soon. \nRSVP to intake@hopegrows.org or call 412-369-HOPE (4673)\, extension 101. \n*Please note\, all times are EST time zone.*
URL:https://hopegrows.org/event/life-after-caregiving-afternoon-meetup-virtual-2/
LOCATION:PA
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SUMMARY:Life During Caregiving Evening Meetup - VIRTUAL
DESCRIPTION:From the comfort of your space to ours\, join us for a virtual meetup that transcends boundaries. No matter where you are in the Pittsburgh region and beyond\, our online gatherings bring family caregivers together\, creating a tapestry of shared experiences and understanding. With the steady support of our Root of Good Care Counseling team and Hope Grows friends\, every digital interaction fosters growth and unity. Whether you’re sipping from your home office\, living room\, or garden\, sign up and let’s fill our screens with hope\, compassion\, and uplifting conversations. \nRSVP to intake@hopegrows.org or call 412-369-HOPE (4673)\, extension 101. \n*Please note\, all times are EST time zone.*
URL:https://hopegrows.org/event/life-during-caregiving-evening-meetup-virtual/2024-11-21/
LOCATION:PA
CATEGORIES:Coffee & Tea Meet Ups,Online Support Groups
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SUMMARY:2024 Family Caregiver Turkey Meal Delivery
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to offer Thanksgiving meals for family caregivers in the Pittsburgh area for the 9th year in a row! Bob Evans in Moon Township is once again partnering with Hope Grows to provide dinners with the hope of making Thanksgiving a little bit easier for our caregiver community. \nALL MEALS HAVE BEEN CLAIMED! We are no longer accepting registration for meals. Please contact Laura Gamble at 412-369-HOPE (4673) extension 110 or intake@hopegrows.org with any questions. \nSponsorships are welcomed – click here to sponsor a meal for a family caregiver. \nTHANK YOU TO OUR 2024 SPONSORS! \nElizabeth Ackermann | Shirl Damico | Mary Evrard | Carolyn Kirsopp | The Ley Giving Fund \n  
URL:https://hopegrows.org/event/2024turkeymeals/
LOCATION:PA
CATEGORIES:Turkey Meals
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