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SUMMARY:Kids Pollinator Camp - July
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the “BEST OF” Pollinator Camps in ONE 3-Day camp!\nBirds\, butterflies\, and bees! One day of each – all in one camp! We are offering this unique experience three times during the summer. Each month repeats\, so choose only one week.  \nClick Here to Learn More & Register
URL:https://hopegrows.org/event/kids-pollinator-camp-july/
LOCATION:Iris Respite House\, 183 Shafer Road\, Moon Township\, PA\, 15108\, United States
CATEGORIES:Educational Events,Kids Camps
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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/2026-07-09/
LOCATION:Iris Respite House\, 183 Shafer Road\, Moon Township\, PA\, 15108\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coffee & Tea Meet Ups,In-Person Support Groups
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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/2026-07-09/
LOCATION:Iris Respite House\, 183 Shafer Road\, Moon Township\, PA\, 15108\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coffee & Tea Meet Ups,In-Person Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260714T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260714T153000
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CREATED:20240822T141528Z
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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/2026-07-14/
LOCATION:PA
CATEGORIES:Online Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260715T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260715T130000
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SUMMARY:Caregivers' Corner: A Time to Connect - IN PERSON
DESCRIPTION:Join us on the 3rd Wednesday of the month for Caregivers’ Corner: A Time to Connect at the Iris Respite House! Caregivers are welcome to drop in between 12:00-1:00pm to chat with one of our interns and meet with other caregivers for a bit of socialization in a warm\, welcoming environment. No need to RSVP! \nQuestions? Contact Laura Gamble at 412-369-HOPE (4673) extension 110\, or email laura@hopegrows.org.
URL:https://hopegrows.org/event/caregivers-corner/2026-07-15/
LOCATION:Iris Respite House\, 183 Shafer Road\, Moon Township\, PA\, 15108\, United States
CATEGORIES:Coffee & Tea Meet Ups,In-Person Support Groups
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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/2026-07-16/
LOCATION:PA
CATEGORIES:Coffee & Tea Meet Ups,Online Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260720T180000
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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/2026-07-20/
LOCATION:PA
CATEGORIES:Online Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260721T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260723T170000
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SUMMARY:In2Nature Camp
DESCRIPTION:Day 1:  Facilitated by L.L. Bean Outdoor Discovery Programs\nExplore the Hope Grows’ trails and property with your “journey stick” and collect nature items that resonate with you.\n\nHave fun with a “Backpacking Essentials” mine-field game!\nPractice shelter building by making a tent\, lean-to\, or using a tarp.\nTry your hand at basic knot tying skills.\n\n  \nDay 2:  Facilitated by Hope Grows\nGet up close and personal with bees in our observation hive and make beeswax candles.\n\nObserve pollinator habitats\, plant-pollinator relationships\, and interdependencies within the web of life.\nEnjoy nature journaling and sketching of the natural world around you.\nMake S’mores Kits to enjoy during fire-building skills.\n\n  \nDay 3:  Facilitated by L.L. Bean Outdoor Discovery Programs\nLearn how to use a compass and compete in a Compass Skills Relay.\n\nMake your own nature weaving creation using natural items gathered on a hike.\nTune in to the sights and sounds of the natural world with sit-spot.\nBuild a fire (and eat S’mores!).\nLearn how different animals communicate in nature playing “Echolocation Tag!”\n\n  \nClick Here to Learn More & Register
URL:https://hopegrows.org/event/in2nature-camp/
LOCATION:PA
CATEGORIES:Educational Events,Kids Camps
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260723T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260723T110000
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CREATED:20240822T133221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240930T180951Z
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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/2026-07-23/
LOCATION:PA
CATEGORIES:Coffee & Tea Meet Ups,Online Support Groups
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260723T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260723T140000
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CREATED:20240822T133409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240930T180924Z
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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/2026-07-23/
LOCATION:PA
CATEGORIES:Coffee & Tea Meet Ups,Online Support Groups
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