While You are Waiting

Mom reading a book with her daughter, mom and son touching foreheads, mom hugging son in wheelchair, father with arms around son's shouldersWhile You are Waiting . . .

for therapy, a diagnosis, test results,
the next meeting, etc.

Holistic Support for Families: The Role of Families, Doulas, Community Health Workers, Social Workers, and Therapists in Navigating Special Healthcare Needs.

This series is presented by family members and professionals with lived experience for family members. We are centering this series around Black Families and all are welcome to join us

Understanding special healthcare needs:

Learn about the unique challenges faced by families navigating the complexities of special health care needs including medical and emotional aspects.  You will hear from community members, professionals, and people with lived experience.  We will discuss how they support families to navigate the healthcare system, which organizations they partner with, and more!

Information on the Series

  • Conversations with Parents: Thursday Nov. 14, 1pm
  • Community Health Worker Support:  Thursday Nov. 21, 1pm
  • Doula Support: Thursday Dec. 5, 1pm
  • Social Work and Therapy: Thursday Dec. 19, 1pm
  • Grieving and Moving Forward: Monday Dec. 30, 1pm

Zoom connection for all sessions:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81797898056?pwd=kAMB6C6ySQGjQ bDe2FqsJToobgDIRC.1

Passcode (if needed): passcode 519817


Presented by the Children’s Resource Center – South in partnership with Sankofa Great Lakes