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A Message from Our Child, Teen & Young Adult Program Manager
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Whitney Hadley, MA, MSW, LSW, OSW-C
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Dear Families,
As we step into November, we embrace the spirit of gratitude and reflection. This month, we want to take a moment to share upcoming events and express our heartfelt thanks to each of sharing your stories and welcoming us into your lives.
Fall Open Houses
In the spirit of Thanksgiving, we have planned two fall open houses to bring us together. We’d love to have you and your families join us. Links to registration are below!
Beachwood Open House
- Wednesday, November 6th
- 5:00-7:30 PM
Westlake Open House
- Thursday, November 21st
- 5:00-7:30 PM
Thanksgiving Hours
Our offices are closed for the Thanksgiving Holiday on Thursday, November 28th and Friday, November 29th.
As we reflect on what we are grateful for, we want to thank you for your engagement and support. Your participation enriches our program and helps us grow stronger together.
Wishing you and your loved ones a warm and joyful Thanksgiving! May this season bring you peace and happiness.
With gratitude,
Whitney
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Information for families impacted by an adult loved one's cancer | |
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Kids Support Group
Saturday, November 9th
Held at TGP East
11:00-12:00pm
Group designed for children who have an adult family member with cancer. Children utilize art, play, and discussion to process their emotions and enhance their coping skills with peers in similar situations.
Facilitator: Michelle Miller, LISW-S, ACHP-SW
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Parent Support Group
Saturday, November 9th
Held at TGP East
11:00-12:00pm
Group for parents/caregivers managing an adult cancer diagnosis in the family.
Facilitator: Whitney Hadley, MA, MSW, LSW, OSW-C
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Kids Support Group
Monday, November 11th
Held at TGP West
6:30-7:30pm
Group designed for children who have an adult family member with cancer. Children utilize art, play, and discussion to process their emotions and enhance their coping skills with peers in similar situations.
Facilitator: Adelle Gates, MA, CCLS
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Information for families affected by childhood cancer | | |
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Connections: Support for Families Affected by Childhood Cancer
Saturday, November 9th
Held at TGP East & virtually
11:00am-12:00pm
This interactive and creative group is designed to connect and support the entire family (caregivers, children, and siblings) in coping with the impact of cancer. Families can also connect with each other to know they are not alone in this experience.
Facilitator: Adelle Gates, MA, CCLS
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Connections: Parent Group
Tuesday, November 5th
Held virtually
7:30-8:30pm
Group for parents/caregivers of a child/teen with cancer currently or post treatment.
Facilitator: Adelle Gates, MA, CCLS
Connections: Parent Group
Tuesday, November 19th
Held virtually
7:30-8:30pm
Group for parents/caregivers of a child/teen with cancer currently or post treatment.
Facilitator: Adelle Gates, MA, CCLS
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Information for families who have had a loved one die from cancer | |
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Kids Grief Group
Saturday, November 9th
Held at TGP East
9:30-10:30am
Group for children who have experienced a death of a loved one with cancer. Includes expressive age-appropriate activities.
Facilitator: Adelle Gates, MA, CCLS
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Kids Grief: Parent Group
Saturday, November 9th
Held at TGP East
9:30-10:30am
Group for parents/caregivers of children who have experienced a death of a loved one with cancer. Meets at the same time as Kids Grief Group.
Facilitators: Whitney Hadley, MA, MSW, LSW, OSW-C
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Sibling Grief Group
Saturday, November 9th
Held at TGP East
9:30-10:30am
Group for parents/caregivers of children who have experienced a death of a loved one with cancer. Meets at the same time as Kids Grief Group.
Facilitators: Michelle Miller, LISW-S, ACHP-SW
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Tutoring and Homework Help | |
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Tutoring Sessions
November 2024
Held Virtually
Free one-on-one tutoring. To register for a session, please contact Whitney Hadley.
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Homework Help
Saturday, November 9th
Held at TGP East
11:00-12:00 PM
12:00-1:00 PM
Small group homework help.
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The Gathering Place Fall Open House
Wednesday, November 6th Held at TGP East
Thursday, November 21st Held at TGP West
5:00-7:30 PM
Join us for one of our Fall Open Houses to celebrate our gratitude for the families we are able to work with everyday.
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Have a topic or concern you'd like to know more about in the newsletter? Let us know! Contact Whitney Hadley at hadley@touchedbycancer.org with your ideas! | |
The Gathering Place is a caring community that supports, educates and empowers individuals and families currently coping with the impact of cancer in their lives through programs and services provided free of charge.
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