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Children, Teen and Family Program at The Gathering Place is comprehensive and designed to meet the needs of children and teens living with cancer. Family-centered programs provide age-appropriate support and psycho-educational activities provided for the whole family.
Support group for parents/caregivers of a child or teen with cancer currently in 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
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 every month, 10:00-11:00am. Facilitator: Adelle Gates, MA, CCLS
Workshop for children and teens who have an adult family member with cancer. Utilizing art, play and discussion, children, teens and their parents interact with families in similar situations. Meets the second Monday of every month, 6:30-7:30pm. Facilitator: Adelle Gates, MA, CCLS