Care 4 the Caregivers

Virtual- Support Group All Ages
2026-07-24 20:30 - 21:30, 2026-08-21 20:30 - 21:30 (America/Phoenix)
Join us on Friday night for a support group for caregivers. This group is open to parents who have children of all ages who cannot attend our mid-day groups.
When you register, you will be emailed a zoom link for the meeting. Please save the registration to your phones calendar and set the reminders how you see fit.
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Tucson- Face Mask and Body Oil Class
2026-07-25 15:00 - 17:00 | Artemesia Soaps, Salts, and Scrubs, 6538 E. Tanque Verde Rd #170, Tucson, AZ, 85715, United States
Registration will open on 7/1
Join Care 4 the Caregivers for a relaxing Face Mask and Body Oil Class at Artemesia Soaps, Salts, and Scrubs. Caregivers will have the opportunity to slow down, enjoy a hands-on self-care activity, and create something nourishing to take home. This class is designed to offer a meaningful pause for caregivers of children with disabilities, while supporting wellness, creativity, and community care.
Date: Saturday, July 25Time: 3:00 PMLocation: Artemesia Soaps, Salts, and Scrubs6538 E. Tanque Verde Rd #170, Tucson, AZ
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Tucson-Caregiver Dining Experience at Passaggio
2026-07-25 18:00 - 20:00 | Passaggio, 3800 W. Starr Pass Blvd, Tucson, AZ, 85745, United States
Join Care 4 the Caregivers and HopeKids for an intimate evening at Passaggio, the signature Italian restaurant at JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort.
This exclusive experience invites caregivers to step away from their daily responsibilities and enjoy an evening designed just for them. Nestled in the scenic Sonoran Desert, Passaggio is known for its scratch-made Italian cuisine, warm hospitality, and beautiful mountain views. Guests will enjoy a thoughtfully prepared meal in a relaxed and elegant setting while connecting with other caregivers who understand the journey.
Space is limited to eight caregivers.
When: Saturday 7/25/26 from 6-8 PM
Where: Passaggio at JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort & Spa (3800 W. Starr Pass Blvd, Tucson, AZ 85745)
Registration Fee: The registration fee reserves your seat for this exclusive event. Dinner is provided at no cost to participating caregivers.
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Caregivers After Dark - Virtual
2026-07-26 21:00 - 22:00, 2026-08-23 21:00 - 22:00
Caregivers After Dark
(formerly BYOB)
Caregivers After Dark is your permission slip to unwind whenever you’re finally able to make it.
This virtual, after-hours gathering is designed for fun, ease, and simply being, not venting or problem-solving. Bring a beverage, get comfortable, and drop in for light conversation, laughter, or quiet connection with other caregivers who understand that personal time doesn’t start until late.
Running behind? Come late. Need to leave early? That’s okay too. This space honors the unpredictable rhythms of caregiving and meets you where you are.
Unlike The Unfiltered Hour, this is not a place to process the hard stuff: it’s a low-pressure, come-as-you-are hangout meant to help you exhale at the end of the day.
No agenda. No expectations.Just caregivers and community to close out your night.
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Virtual- Stepping Stones Triple P
2026-07-28 11:00 - 13:00, 2026-07-29 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-08-04 11:00 - 13:00, 2026-08-05 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-08-11 11:00 - 13:00, 2026-08-12 18:00 - 20:00, 2026-08-18 11:00 - 13:00, 2026-08-19 18:00 - 20:00
SSTP is an 10-week program that gives parents the tools and techniques they need to teach their children new skills and gives them strategies to manage misbehaviors at home. The frequency of the meetings allows caregivers the opportunity to try out different skills and then report back to the group to share their successes, or to get help troubleshooting things that are not working.
You will be mailed a book for this course and emailed the Zoom link.

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Phoenix-Journey Into Joy-Yoga Nidra
2026-08-01 13:00 - 15:00 | Metta Yoga Studio, 4041 E Thomas Rd #106, Phoenix, AZ, 85018, United States
Embark on an Extraordinary Journey Into Joy, where Heather Joy brings back her empowering program in partnership with Care 4 the Caregivers. This experience is designed to help parents raising disabled children discover inner peace, find meaning, and embrace joy in their own personal journey.
Join us for a series that focuses on nurturing your own well-being. We will explore self-care techniques specially curated for this unique journey. Which will include journaling, sound healing, meditation, vision boards, among other empowering practices.
Connect with a compassionate community who walk the same path as you. Let’s embark on a transformative quest and unlock the incredible support and camaraderie within your community.
Enroll now and embrace your Journey Into Joy.
Where: Metta Yoga Studio: 4041 E Thomas Rd #106, Phoenix, AZ 85018
Time 1-3pm
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Who Am I? 2026 _ Virtual
2026-08-04 18:00 - 19:00
Who Am I? — A Monthly Self-Discovery Workshop for Caregivers
Caregiving can make it easy to lose sight of the person you were — and the person you’re becoming.Who Am I? is a reimagined monthly mini-workshop series designed to help caregivers reconnect with themselves through guided conversations, skill-building, and thought-provoking activities led by expert guest speakers.
Each session explores a new theme — creativity, personal growth, relationships, career identity, joy, mindfulness, and more — giving caregivers a chance to reflect, learn, and rediscover passions outside of their caregiving roles.
Whether you’re exploring new hobbies, rebuilding confidence, finding community, or uncovering parts of yourself you’ve put on hold, this series creates a supportive space for curiosity, connection, and renewal.
Join us each month as we ask the meaningful question — “Who Am I?” — and explore the many beautiful answers together
Offered via Zoom every first Tuesday of the month
✨ January — New Year, New Me: Reconnecting With Yourself
Guest Speaker: Kathleen Muldoon
A grounding reset to begin the year with clarity, curiosity, and gentle self-discovery.
🌱 February – Home as Sanctuary: Creating Spaces That Nourish You
Guest Speaker: Courtney Deeren
Close the year with warmth by crafting small, meaningful, and supportive spaces at home.
💗 March – Who Am I in Love? Navigating Identity Within Romantic Relationships
Guest Speaker: Shelly Zorn, LMFT
Explore communication, connection, intimacy, and identity beyond caregiving roles.
💪 April
Curiosity as Self-Care: The Inner Explorer
Guest Speaker: Jenna Hedstrom
Reignite wonder and explore small, joyful experiments that reconnect you to yourself.

🎈 May — Rediscovering Play: Bringing Joy Back Into Daily Life
Guest Speaker: Amy Ward
A workshop centered on fun, spontaneity, and the healing power of play for adult caregivers.
🌈 June
Special Session with Dr. Gabrielle Ficchi
Raising a child with a disability comes with questions that do not always fit neatly into a doctor’s appointment, school meeting, or therapy session.
Sometimes you want honest, firsthand perspective from someone who has lived disability — not just studied it.
This month’s WHO AM I? meetup will be an open forum with Dr. Gabrielle Ficchi, disabled therapist, advocate, and co-founder of Care 4 the Caregivers.
⚡ July – Friendship & Support Circles: Who We Are Together
Guest Speaker : Jessica Patay, We Are Brave Together (POSTPONED until Fall)
Strengthening community, belonging, and connection — redefining what supportive relationships look like in adulthood.
A creative and empowering session exploring identity, style, color, and authentic self-expression.
🎉 August
Hobbies Reimagined: Trying New Things Without Pressure
A playful mid-year lift with tiny hobby experiments and rediscovering what feels joyful now.
💼 September
Becoming Me Again: Returning to School or the Workforce
Explore identity shifts, confidence, skills, and future possibilities as you consider education or career transitions.
⚡ October — Energy Mapping: Understanding What Fills You Up
Identify energy boosters and drainers, redefine boundaries, and create your personal “energy menu.”
✍️ November — Creative Writing & Storytelling
Using writing as a powerful tool for expression, clarity, and reconnecting with your personal voice.
🏡 December —
Personal Resilience & Growth: My Story, My Strength
Reflect on your journey, the challenges that shaped you, and the strengths you carry forward.

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Virtual- Support Group 13 and UP
2026-08-05 09:30 - 10:30, 2026-08-19 09:30 - 10:30
Caregivers of Teens & Adults Support Group
Care 4 the Caregivers Support Groups offer a space where caregivers of children with disabilities can show up exactly as they are. This group is designed for parents and caregivers of teens and young adults ages 13 and older who are navigating the unique challenges of later-stage caregiving and need support that truly understands their lived experience.
Each session is facilitated by two licensed counselors who center empathy, shared understanding, and practical support. Caregivers are invited to talk openly about burnout, grief, stress, advocacy challenges, and the everyday realities of raising a disabled child. There is no pressure to share, listening is always welcome.
After you register, you will receive the Zoom link via email. Please add it to your calendar and set reminders that work best for you.
We look forward to seeing you at our next meeting.
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Virtual- Support Group 0-12
2026-08-06 09:30 - 22:30, 2026-08-20 09:30 - 22:30
Care 4 the Caregivers Support Groups offer a space where caregivers of children with disabilities can show up exactly as they are. This group is designed for parents and caregivers of children ages 0–12 who carry the emotional, physical, and mental weight of caregiving and need support that truly understands their lived experience.
Each session is facilitated by two licensed counselors who center empathy, shared understanding, and practical support. Caregivers are invited to talk openly about burnout, grief, stress, advocacy challenges, and the everyday realities of raising a disabled child. There is no pressure to share, listening is always welcome.
After you register, you will receive the Zoom link via email. Please add it to your calendar and set reminders that work best for you.
We look forward to seeing you at our next meeting.
Register Here

Caregiver Coffee Cafe 2026 - Phoenix
2026-08-07 10:30 - 12:30 | Legacy Place, 360 E. Coronado Rd., Phoenix, AZ, 85004, United States
Caregiver Coffee Cafe
Join us for a cozy and uplifting gathering at our Caregiver Coffee Cafe! Whether you’re looking to share stories, seek support, or simply enjoy a cup of coffee and some pastries in great company, Michele, Amy, and Gaby will be there to welcome you. Whether it’s just one of us or all three, you can count on a warm atmosphere and delicious coffee on us!
Date & Time: Every 1st and 3rd Friday, at 10:30am
Location: 360 E. Coronado Rd. Phoenix, Az 85004
Come as you are!

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The Unfiltered Hour _ Virtual
2026-08-14 12:00 - 13:00
The Unfiltered Hour
A supportive virtual space for caregivers to share what’s really going on: honestly, openly, and without pressure to stay positive or have it all figured out. This guided hour offers a place to let out what’s been weighing on you, be witnessed by others who understand, and release the emotional load you’ve been carrying.
There’s no fixing, no advice unless requested, and no expectation to find a silver lining. Just real talk, gentle facilitation, and connection in community.
This is not a therapy or crisis-intervention space, but a peer-supported gathering rooted in compassion, boundaries, and shared understanding.
A soft landing for the hard stuff.
Offered as a monthly virtual event – 2nd Friday 12:00pm-1:00pm
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Phoenix- Restorative Yoga
2026-08-15 13:00 - 15:00 | Metta Yoga Studio, 4041 E Thomas Rd #106, Phoenix, AZ, 85018, United States

Phoenix - Find Your Fun: Dinner at The Mexicano 🍹🌮
2026-08-15 18:00 - 20:00 | The Mexicano – Phoenix, 4801 E Cactus Rd, Phoenix, Arizona, 85254
Find Your Fun: Back-to-School Fiesta at The Mexicano 🌮🎉
The kids are back in school… it’s time for the caregivers to party!
Join us for a lively night out at The Mexicano in Chandler as we combine our monthly Find Your Fun event with dinner. Whether you’re celebrating surviving the first week back or just looking for a fun night with people who get it, we’d love to have you there.
Known for its energetic atmosphere, The Mexicano is anything but a quiet dinner spot! Expect a live DJ, dancing robots, upbeat music, and plenty of excitement throughout the evening. If you love a fun, vibrant environment, this is your kind of night! If loud environments are difficult for you, please keep this in mind before registering.
Care 4 the Caregivers will provide appetizers for the group, and you’re welcome to order dinner, drinks, and dessert on your own.
Date: Saturday, August 15

Time: 6:00 PM
Location: The Mexicano
4801 E Cactus Rd., Phoenix, AZ 85254
Learn more about the restaurant here: https://www.themexicano.com
Leave the responsibilities at home for a few hours, enjoy amazing food, soak up the fun atmosphere, and connect with other caregivers who understand the journey. We can’t wait to celebrate with you!
Important Notes for All Dinners

Please register so we can have an accurate table count.
Care 4 the Caregivers does not cover the meal cost, but appetizers will be provided.
Registration is limited to 10 attendees.
Limit registrations to 2 people to allow more participants to join. These dinners are designed as a night out for our Caregivers. We love your families, but this space is meant to give you time to connect, recharge, and share freely without worrying about the environment or conversations being child-friendly.

A gentle reminder: Our volunteers and staff work hard to carefully plan and schedule restaurants for the year. We always provide the restaurant link on the registration page so you can check menus, pricing, and atmosphere before signing up. We kindly ask for grace and respect for the effort that goes into making these gatherings happen. Our goal is always to create welcoming spaces for connection, even if not every venue is the perfect fit for everyone. Thank you for your understanding and flexibility, we can’t wait to spend the evening together.

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Tucson- Day at the Salon
2026-08-16 10:00 - 14:00 | R Salon, 2525 E 6th St, Tucson, AZ, 85716, United States
Day at the SalonSunday, August 16, 202610:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Take a break from the demands of caregiving and enjoy a few hours focused entirely on you.
Join us at R Salon for a relaxing self-care event where you’ll have the opportunity to choose from a variety of salon services provided by the talented R Salon team. Available services include men’s and women’s haircuts, facial waxing, mini facials, and manicures.
Whether you’re overdue for a haircut, want to treat yourself to a little pampering, or simply enjoy a welcoming space with other caregivers, we hope you’ll join us.
Registration Fee: Each salon service is $5. This small fee reserves your appointment and helps ensure our limited appointment times are available to caregivers who plan to attend.
Location:R Salon2525 E. 6th StreetTucson, AZ
Appointment times are limited, and registration is required. We look forward to helping you take a well-deserved moment to care for yourself.
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Majestic Gilbert 8 August Caregiver Movie Night
2026-08-18 18:00 - 21:00
August Find Your Fun: Movie Night
🎬 One Night Only
Location:
The Majestic Gilbert 8
5478 S. Power Rd Gilbert, AZ 85295
Date:
August 18, 2024
Time:
TBD
Movie:
One Night Only Rated R 102 mins
Subject to change depending on viewings

Important Information:

Registration: Each caregiver is invited to register for 2 tickets. If you require additional tickets, please add yourself to the waitlist.
Community and Support: This event is designed to give caregivers a much-needed break and a chance to connect with others in a fun, supportive environment.

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Flagstaff- Fall Kickoff Party
2026-08-19 17:30 - 19:30 | Foxglenn Park, 4200 E. Butler Ave, Flagstaff, AZ, 86004, United States
Flagstaff Fall Kick-Off PartyJoin us for an evening of fun, food, and community at the Flagstaff Fall Kick-Off Party hosted by Care 4 the Caregivers! This free event is designed for families raising children with disabilities and is a great chance to connect, relax, and enjoy some well-earned fun as the season changes.
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Virtual- Book Club
2026-08-20 20:00 - 21:00
Dearest Gentile Reader,
One must commend this particular book club for its most accommodating nature—quite as adaptable as all our other offerings. Upon registering, you are by no means bound by rigid obligation; rather, you may drift in and out of the club’s delights throughout the year as whim and inclination allow. Should a chosen volume pique your interest, by all means indulge in its pages and present yourself at the gathering. And if the following month’s selection fails to stir your enthusiasm? Think nothing of it—simply return when a more tempting title appears.
With such a generous assortment of books and genres on offer, it would be positively scandalous not to find one to your liking. Select your pleasure, dear reader, and do join the fun.

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Caregiver Coffee and Color Cafe 2026 - Phoenix
2026-08-21 10:30 - 12:30 | Legacy Place, 360 E. Coronado Rd., Phoenix, AZ, 85004, United States
Caregiver Coffee and Color Cafe
Join us for a slow, creative morning at Coffee & Color—designed to give you a moment to pause, connect, and refill your cup.
On August 21, we’re turning our regular coffee meetup into something a little more special. Come enjoy a warm drink, settle in, and spend time coloring, chatting, and simply being—no pressure, no expectations.
Whether you feel like talking, creating, or just sitting quietly with your coffee, this space is yours.

What to Expect

Coffee and light bites to enjoy
A relaxed coloring activity (no artistic skills needed!) We have everything you need.
A calm, welcoming space to unwind
Meaningful connection with other caregivers

Important Details

Please register in advance so we can plan accordingly

This is a casual, come-as-you-are gathering—perfect for easing into your day while doing something just for you.

Take a moment, take a seat, and stay awhile—we’d love to see you there. ☕🎨💛
Date & Time: Every 3rd Friday, at 10:30am
Location: 360 E. Coronado Rd. Phoenix, Az 85004
Come as you are!

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Tucson- Brunch at Teaspoon (Foothills)
2026-08-25 09:00 - 10:00
This is a casual caregiver meetup at Teaspoon Foothills, a chance to get out of the house, share a table, and spend time with others who understand the everyday realities of raising children with disabilities.
This is an informal meetup, not a hosted meal. Each guest will order and pay for their own food and drinks. Come for coffee, breakfast, or just the company!
Whether you’re new to Care 4 the Caregivers or have joined us before, you’re welcome at the table.
📅 Tuesday, August 25
⏰ 9:00 AM
📍 Teaspoon Foothills
5605 E River Rd #121
Tucson, AZ 85750
We’d love to spend the morning with you!
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