You are not alone. Support groups make it easier to connect with other grandparents in the same situation. Share experiences, network with others, and find workable solutions to the challenges ahead.

Some of our support groups have returned to in-person. Please note that registration is required to ensure that we are following social distancing guidelines. Childcare available with reservations.

Date: Thursday, September 1
Time: 6 – 8 p.m.
Location: Bethlehem Lutheran Church, 2745 N. 32nd Street, Mesa, 85213

For more information or to RSVP, contact Lisa McCormick by email at mccormick@duetaz.org or call (602) 274-5022, ext 114.

You are not alone. Support groups make it easier to connect with other grandparents in the same situation. Share experiences, network with others, and find workable solutions to the challenges ahead.

Some of our support groups have returned to in-person. Please note that registration is required to ensure that we are following social distancing guidelines.

Date: Thursday, September 8
Time: 9 – 11:00 a.m.
Location: Duet Office, 10000 N. 31st Avenue, Suite D200, Phoenix, 85051

For more information or to RSVP, contact Lisa McCormick by email at mccormick@duetaz.org or call (602) 274-5022, ext 114.

You are not alone. Support groups make it easier to connect with other grandparents in the same situation. Share experiences, network with others, and find workable solutions to the challenges ahead.

Some of our support groups have returned to in-person. Please note that registration is required to ensure that we are following social distancing guidelines.

Date: Wednesday, September 14
Time: 9:30 – 11 a.m.
Location: Mountain View Lutheran Church, 11002 South 48th Street, Phoenix, 85044

For more information or to RSVP, contact Lisa McCormick by email at mccormick@duetaz.org or call (602) 274-5022, ext 114.

During the recent virtual support groups, grandparents have enjoyed connecting with one another to share joys, challenges and resources – through a screen. It might seem intimidating, but it truly is easier than it seems!

Date: Thursday, September 15
Time: 6 – 7:30 p.m.
Location: Virtual, via zoom

Offered in English and Spanish. To RSVP for a support group session, contact Lisa by email at mccormick@duetaz.org or call (602) 274-5022, ext. 114.

During the recent virtual support groups, grandparents have enjoyed connecting with one another to share joys, challenges and resources – through a screen. It might seem intimidating, but it truly is easier than it seems!

Date: Wednesday, September 21
Time: 9 – 10:30 a.m.
Location: Virtual, via zoom

Offered in English and Spanish. To RSVP for a support group session, contact Lisa by email at mccormick@duetaz.org or call (602) 274-5022, ext. 114.

You are not alone. Support groups make it easier to connect with other grandparents in the same situation. Share experiences, network with others, and find workable solutions to the challenges ahead.

Some of our support groups have returned to in-person. Please note that registration is required to ensure that we are following social distancing guidelines.

Date: Thursday, September 22
Time: 9 – 11:00 a.m.
Location: Duet Office, 10000 N. 31st Avenue, Suite D200, Phoenix, 85051

For more information or to RSVP, contact Lisa McCormick by email at mccormick@duetaz.org or call (602) 274-5022, ext 114.

You are not alone. Support groups make it easier to connect with other grandparents in the same situation. Share experiences, network with others, and find workable solutions to the challenges ahead.

Some of our support groups have returned to in-person. Please note that registration is required to ensure that we are following social distancing guidelines.

Date: Wednesday, September 28
Time: 9:30 – 11 a.m.
Location: Mountain View Lutheran Church, 11002 South 48th Street, Phoenix, 85044

For more information or to RSVP, contact Lisa McCormick by email at mccormick@duetaz.org or call (602) 274-5022, ext 114.

Presented by Lisa McCormick. Kinship Care Services is partnering with Benevilla to present a series of workshops aimed at helping caregivers understand and mitigate trauma caused by Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs).

Session 1: We will help you build a better understanding of Childhood Trauma and Stress will go over what ACEs are, how frequent and common they are, and how childhood trauma and stress is impacting the children we care for in today’s society.
Session 2: We will discuss toxic stress and trauma informed care approaches.
Session 3: We will discuss ways to promote resiliency through recognizing and promoting it within yourself and loved ones by using a strengths-based approach.

When: Wednesdays, September 14, 21, and 28, 2022
Time: 1 – 2:30 p.m.
Where: Surprise Resource Center, 12425 W Bell Rd., Suite 124, Surprise, AZ 85374
Cost: Free
RSVP: Reservations required for childcare, space will be limited. Contact Sherry Griffin at (623) 986-9580.

Presented by Lisa McCormick. Kinship Care Services is partnering with Benevilla to present a series of workshops aimed at helping caregivers understand and mitigate trauma caused by Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs).

Session 1: We will help you build a better understanding of Childhood Trauma and Stress will go over what ACEs are, how frequent and common they are, and how childhood trauma and stress is impacting the children we care for in today’s society.
Session 2: We will discuss toxic stress and trauma informed care approaches.
Session 3: We will discuss ways to promote resiliency through recognizing and promoting it within yourself and loved ones by using a strengths-based approach.

When: Wednesdays, September 14, 21, and 28, 2022
Time: 1 – 2:30 p.m.
Where: Surprise Resource Center, 12425 W Bell Rd., Suite 124, Surprise, AZ 85374
Cost: Free
RSVP: Reservations required for childcare, space will be limited. Contact Sherry Griffin at (623) 986-9580.

Here’s a workshop, you won’t want to miss: It’s no secret the past two years have been difficult for everyone: from the war, the pandemic, racial tension, and gun violence. It can be tough to know how to respond to these types of situations — especially when it comes to having these hard conversations with our children.

Join us, and others like you with questions about how to best help their families. Life Coach, Rebekah Keizer MA, BCC and Clinical Mental Health Counselor in Training, Allie Johnson will share age-appropriate ways to have those discussions and helpful tools to cope with the stress and anxieties that you and your kids may be facing. Children ages 8+ are encouraged and welcome to join us. Lunch will be provided. Space will be limited. Reservations are required.

When: Saturday, September 24, 2022
Time: 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. (Materials and lunch included)
Where: Duet: 10000 N. 31st Avenue Phoenix, AZ 85051
Cost: Free
RSVP: Reservations required by Monday, September 12. Contact Lisa McCormick at (602) 274-5022, ext. 114, or mccormick@duetaz.org.

We’re hosting a party at the Krazy Air Trampoline Park in Mesa. Bring the kids to jump on their wall to wall trampolines, climb the rock wall, play some hoops, or play in the foam pit with some new friends. Great way for the kids to burn off some energy over the weekend. The event will include pizza and drinks to all registered guests. Registration, intakes, and payment are required; space is limited. An electronic waiver for permission to participate will be sent after registration, please complete ahead of time if possible.

When: Saturday, September 10, 2022
Time: 10:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Where: 4310 E McDowell Rd. Mesa, AZ 85215
Cost: $8 per jumper (Admission, food, and drinks) guests are $22
RSVP: Reservations and payment required by Monday, September 5. Contact Lisa McCormick at (602) 274-5022, ext. 114, or mccormick@duetaz.org.

End of summer fun and we’re going bowling! Join us for this family friendly Grandfamily outing. We will be renting 2 hours on the lanes and providing shoes for our registered bowlers. Pizza and drinks will be provided for all registered guests. Registration and intakes will be required. Space is limited.

When: Saturday, September 17, 2022
Time: 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Where: 8475 W. Olive Ave., Peoria, Arizona 85345
Cost: $8 per person (includes bowling, shoe rental, pizza, and drinks) guests are $22
RSVP: Reservations required by Monday, September 12. Contact Lisa McCormick at (602) 274-5022, ext. 114, or mccormick@duetaz.org