Nourish

Parents (and grandparents and caregivers) of children with special needs often feel alone, frustrated and isolated. Caring for a child with special needs requires information and lots of patience--something that is easy to lose!  Support groups offer a way to help parents learn new things and talk about the frustration, anxiety and fear that often comes with caring for a child with special needs.  Support groups provide a place to share thoughts, feelings and ideas with other parents and caregivers who are struggling with the same concerns. It is a place where there is no judgment, no criticism, and where parents can feel safe.  Support groups offer hope to parents and caregivers who feel alone, helpless and worried. By sharing stories and problems, parents can get suggestions and support and recognize that their feelings and reactions are normal. Parents often leave support groups with a renewed sense of well being and empowerment to carry on. Emails are shared and friendships form.  Support groups can make the difference between feeling alone and realizing that you are not alone.  Nourish offers a variety of support groups for parents and caregivers.