Coffee with Caregivers: Navigating Grief as a Special Needs Parent
Join us for a meaningful morning dedicated to the quiet, often unspoken grief that can come with parenting a child with different abilities. Whether it’s grieving lost expectations, facing the emotional weight of medical complexities, or watching your child experience social isolation—this conversation is for you.
Event Highlights:
🗣 Guest Presentation: Dr. Tanise McInnis, LCSW, Ed.S., BC-TMH, CAS
Dr. Tan brings 25+ years of experience in mental health, advocacy, and caregiver well-being. She’ll lead us through a compassionate talk on the unique grief parents often carry, with insights on healing and self-compassion.
💬 Open Conversation
After the presentation, caregivers are invited to share, reflect, or simply listen in a safe, supportive space. No pressure—just connection.
🤝 Community & Coffee
Enjoy complimentary coffee, light refreshments, and time to connect with others who truly understand.
Why This Matters:
Grief in caregiving is complex and can resurface at any moment. By creating space to acknowledge these feelings, we give ourselves and each other permission to heal.
Important Info:
⚠️ Limited to 45 participants (fire code)
📌 Registration required—if you can’t make it after registering, please let us know so we can offer your spot to someone on the waitlist.
⏰ Doors open at 11:00 AM for sign-in and settling in.
This is more than an event—it’s a lifeline. We hope you’ll join us for coffee, community, and a conversation that matters.
We look forward to seeing you. 💜
