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At The Gathering Place, our Children, Teen and Family programs are here to support children and teens living with cancer, who have cancer in the family and who experienced a death of an adult loved one from cancer. Our free programs and services help children, teens and families cope with the emotional, social, spiritual and physical impact of cancer.
At The Gathering Place we recognize that when a parent, grandparent or other significant adult in a child or teen's life is diagnosed with cancer it can profoundly impact the family's coping. Our staff, specially trained to work with children, teens and families, are here to provide support through this challenging time. Our programs help children, teens and families enhance current coping skills and build new ones, strengthen communication and build resilience.
Our programs include:
Join us on Monday, November 18th, at 6:00pm for an inspiring evening to celebrate the launch of Too Young for Cancer. Katie Coleman will share her powerful journey of resilience and hope in the face of a rare cancer diagnosis at age 29. Come listen to Katie’s story, participate in a Q&A session, and be part of a supportive community facing cancer together. This event promises to be an uplifting experience for patients, caregivers, healthcare providers and anyone touched by cancer.
Held in person at TGP East - 23300 Commerce Park, Beachwood or virtually.
For more information, contact Whitney Hadley | 216-455-1522 | hadley@touchedbycancer.org
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Group for parents of children who have an adult family member with cancer. Allows for interaction with others who understand the challenges of raising children and navigating cancer within the family. Facilitator: Whitney Hadley, MA, MSW, LSW, OSW-C
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. Facilitators: Michelle Miller, LISW-S, ACHP-SW and Adelle Gates, MA, CCLS
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. Meets the second Saturday of each month, 11:00am-12:00pm. Facilitator: Adelle Gates, MA, CCLS
Group for parents/caregivers of a child/teen with cancer currently on or post treatment. This group will provide a safe space to discuss the difficulties of having a child/teen dealing with cancer and its impacts, and to receive support from a community of others facing similar experiences. Facilitator: Adelle Gates, MA, CCLS
Group for children who have experienced a death of a loved one with cancer. Includes expressive age-appropriate activities. Facilitator: Adelle Gates, MA, CCLS
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. Facilitator: Whitney Hadley, MA, MSW, LSW, OSW-C
Group for children who have experienced the death of a sibling to childhood cancer. Includes expressive age-appropriate activities. Facilitator: Michelle Miller, LISW-S, ACHP-SW
Kids - keep your jammies on and join us for a pajama party at TGP! Pajama party fun in the afternoon with movies, dancing, and crafts. Grown-ups can use this time to holiday prep or shop. Leave the partying to the kids at TGP!
Held at TGP East, Saturday December 7, 1:00-3:00pm.
Virtual discussion with practical solutions for parenting children/teens while managing grief. Facilitator: Adelle Gates, MA, CCLS
Held virtually Tuesday, December 3, 12:00-1:00pm.
Please refrain from wearing perfumes and scented lotions while a The Gathering Place. Many people undergoing treatment are sensitive to smells and find it makes them feel ill. Thank you.
"TGP started off as a support system, but over the course of our journey it became much more. The staff did an amazing job of helping me through my chaos, but even more importantly was what they provided my children - normalcy and support. We found community and support. I don't know how may family and I could have made our journey without The Gathering Place." - Participant