PROGRAM CALENDAR
Upcoming Programs and Resources
Check out free upcoming peer-to-peer support programs and resources designed by our expert team. All of our high-quality programs and resources are tailored to meet the unique needs of kids in 1st-12th grade who are impacted by their parent or guardian’s cancer.
Pickles Group x Leukemia & Lymphoma society, YSC, NUEVA VIDA "How to Talk to Kids About Cancer" | “Cómo Hablar con los Niños sobre un Diagnóstico de Cáncer” [Webinar | Taller Educativo]
Hablar con los niños sobre el diagnóstico de cáncer de su padre, madre o tutor puede ser difícil. Al mismo tiempo, las investigaciones muestran que las conversaciones abiertas y adecuadas para la edad con los hijos sobre la enfermedad de su padre o madre ayuda a disminuir su preocupación, estrés y ansiedad y promueve su bienestar socioemocional. Nuestra directora clínica, Kelsey Mora, LCPC, CCLS es experta en apoyar a las familias durante la enfermedad. Regístrese en este webinario para recibir una copia digital gratuita de nuestro kit de apoyo para familias de Pickles y aprenda cómo hablarles a los niños sobre el cáncer y escuche a un panel de padres y familias que pueden compartir su experiencia hablando con niños sobre la enfermedad. Este evento está organizado por Pickles Group, Nueva Vida, Young Survival Coalition y Leukemia and Lymphoma Society.
Chicago North Year End Celebration [MAY]
Pickles Chicago North Families: Celebrate the end of another school year and the start of summer with a fun-filled, day at Color Me Mine.
Clinician Webinar: “What About the Kids?” Help for Those Caring for Adult Oncology Patients [June]
Register for this webinar to learn how to support and guide patients who are talking about cancer with their kids and to receive a free digital copy of our Pickles Family Support Kit. You'll learn from our Chief Clinical Program Officer, Kelsey Mora, LCPC, CCLS, expert in supporting families through illness.
National Virtual Kids and Teens “CONNECT OVER CANCER” Program [SUMMER 2024]
Pickles Group’s successful activity-based peer group model for kids and teens impacted by a parent or guardian’s cancer is now offered nationally through our Virtual “Connect Over Cancer” Program. Our Summer 2024 Cohort launches on July 14th.
National Webinar: How To Talk to Kids About Cancer [APRIL]
Learn how to talk to kids about cancer. You’ll hear from our Chief Clinical Program Officer, Kelsey Mora, an expert in supporting families through illness. Register for this webinar to receive a free digital copy of our Pickles Family Support Kit.
National Virtual Kids and Teens “CONNECT OVER CANCER” Program [Spring 2024 COHORT]
Pickles Group’s successful activity-based peer group model for kids and teens impacted by a parent’s cancer is now offered nationally through our Virtual “Learning About Cancer” Program. Our Spring 2024 Cohort launches on April 7th.
Clinician Webinar: “What About My Kids?” Help for Those Caring for Adult Oncology Patients [MARCH]
Register for this webinar to learn how to support and guide patients who are talking about cancer with their kids and to receive a free digital copy of our Pickles Family Support Kit. You'll learn from our Chief Clinical Program Officer, Kelsey Mora, LCPC, CCLS, expert in supporting families through illness.
Chicago North Kids Day Out [FEBRUARY]
Pickles Chicago North Families: kick-off 2024 with a fun-filled, kids-only day out at Ultimate Ninjas North Shore.
National Webinar: How To Talk to Kids About Cancer [FEBRUARY]
Learn how to talk to kids about cancer. You’ll hear from our Chief Clinical Program Officer, Kelsey Mora, an expert in supporting families through illness. Register for this webinar to receive a free digital copy of our Pickles Family Support Kit.
Kesem Northwestern x Pickles Virtual Info Session [JANUARY]
Learn about more about Kesem Northwestern and Pickles Group from their coordinators and directors, hear about upcoming programs and deadlines, and ask questions.
National Webinar: How To Talk to Kids About Cancer[DECEMBER]
Learn how to talk to kids about cancer. You’ll hear from our Chief Clinical Program Officer, Kelsey Mora, an expert in supporting families through illness. Register for this webinar to receive a free digital copy of our Pickles Family Support Kit.
CHICAGO NORTH YOUTH SOCIAL AND FAMILY DINNER [DECEMBER]
1st through 12th graders are invited to participate in games and activities from 4-5 PM followed by a family dinner and dessert from 5-6 PM. This event is intended for any and all Pickles families!
National Webinar: How To Talk to Kids About Cancer[NOvember]
Learn how to talk to kids about cancer. You’ll hear from our Chief Clinical Program Officer, Kelsey Mora, an expert in supporting families through illness. Register for this webinar to receive a free digital copy of our Pickles Family Support Kit.
Chicago NORTH HONOR Community Dinner
Pickles Families: don’t miss our Chicago HONOR Community Dinner honoring both loved ones in our memory and those facing cancer diagnoses and treatment.
ALL IN FOR ALL KIDS: virtual supporter townhall
Help celebrate our 2nd birthday at our upcoming virtual townhall: ‘All in for All Kids’ on Friday, October 27 at 12pm CDT. In this 45 minute session, you’ll meet our team, hear about the major impact Pickles Group has made in 2023, plus our vision for the work ahead.
National Webinar: How To Talk to Kids About Cancer[October]
Learn how to talk to kids about cancer. You’ll hear from our Chief Clinical Program Officer, Kelsey Mora, an expert in supporting families through illness. Register for this webinar to receive a free digital copy of our Pickles Family Support Kit.
Chicago “Learning About Cancer” Youth Day Program [Fall 2023 Cohort]
Pickles Group’s successful activity-based peer group model for kids affected by a parent’s cancer is offered in-person in Chicago. The Empower Youth “Learning About Cancer” Day Program 2023 Fall Cohort takes place on Sunday, October 8.
Clinician Webinar: “What About My Kids?” Help for Those Caring for Adult Oncology Patients
Register for this webinar to learn how to support and guide patients who are talking about cancer with their kids and to receive a free digital copy of our Pickles Family Support Kit. You'll learn from our Chief Clinical Program Officer, Kelsey Mora, LCPC, CCLS, expert in supporting families through illness.
National Virtual Kids and Teens “Learning About Cancer” Program [Fall 2023 COHORT]
Pickles Group’s successful activity-based peer group model for kids and teens impacted by a parent’s cancer is now offered nationally through our Virtual “Learning About Cancer” Program. Our 2023 Fall Cohort launches on September 24.
National Webinar: How To Talk to Kids About Cancer[September]
Learn how to talk to kids about cancer. You’ll hear from our Chief Clinical Program Officer, Kelsey Mora, an expert in supporting families through illness. Register for this webinar to receive a free digital copy of our Pickles Family Support Kit.
CHICAGO NORTH YOUTH SOCIAL AND FAMILY DINNER [September]
1st through 12th graders are invited to participate in games and activities from 4-5 PM followed by a family dinner and dessert from 5-6 PM. This event is intended for any and all Pickles families!
Chicago North Family Fun Day [August]
1st through 12th graders are invited to participate in games and activities from 4-5 PM followed by a family dinner from 5-6 PM. There will be good music, great food, and fun for the whole family. This event is intended for any and all enrolled Pickles families!
National Webinar: How To Talk to Kids About Cancer[August]
Learn how to talk to kids about cancer. You’ll hear from our Chief Clinical Program Officer, Kelsey Mora, an expert in supporting families through illness. Register for this webinar to receive a free digital copy of our Pickles Family Support Kit.
CHICAGO NORTH YOUTH SOCIAL AND FAMILY DINNER [JULY]
1st through 12th graders are invited to participate in games and activities from 4-5 PM followed by a family dinner and dessert surprise from 5-6 PM. This event is intended for any and all Pickles families!
National Webinar: How to Talk to Kids About Cancer [JULY]
Learn how to talk to kids about cancer. You’ll hear from our Chief Clinical Program Officer, Kelsey Mora, an expert in supporting families through illness. Register for this webinar to receive a free digital copy of our Pickles Family Support Kit.
National Virtual Kids and Teens “Learning About Cancer” Program [SUMMER 2023 COHORT]
Pickles Group’s successful activity-based peer group model for kids and teens impacted by a parent’s cancer is now offered nationally through our Virtual “Learning About Cancer” Program. Our 2023 Summer Cohort launches on July 9.
National Webinar: How to Talk to Kids About Cancer [June]
Learn how to talk to kids about cancer. You’ll hear from our Chief Clinical Program Officer, Kelsey Mora, an expert in supporting families through illness. Register for this webinar to receive a free digital copy of our Pickles Family Support Kit.
National Webinar: How to Talk to Kids About Cancer [MAY]
Learn how to talk to kids about cancer. You’ll hear from our Chief Clinical Program Officer, Kelsey Mora, an expert in supporting families through illness. Register for this webinar to receive a free digital copy of our Pickles Family Support Kit.
Chicago North Kids and Teens Social [May]
Pickles Chicago North Families: don’t miss our spring kids and teens social. Pickles Kids will have the opportunity to connect with peers who share their lived experience in a fun, safe, supportive environment.
National Webinar: How to Talk to Kids About Cancer [APRIL]
Learn how to talk to kids about cancer. You’ll hear from our Chief Clinical Program Officer, Kelsey Mora, an expert in supporting families through illness. Register for this webinar to receive a free digital copy of our Pickles Family Support Kit.
Chicago “Learning About Cancer” Youth Day Program [spring 2023 Cohort]
Pickles Group’s successful activity-based peer group model for kids affected by a parent’s cancer is offered in-person in Chicago. The Empower Youth “Learning About Cancer” Day Program 2023 Spring Cohort launches on April 16.
National Webinar: How to Talk to Kids About Cancer [APRIL]
Learn how to talk to kids about cancer. You’ll hear from our Chief Clinical Program Officer, Kelsey Mora, an expert in supporting families through illness. Register for this webinar to receive a free digital copy of our Pickles Family Support Kit.
National Webinar: How to Talk to Kids About Cancer [MARCH]
Learn how to talk to kids about cancer. You’ll hear from our Chief Clinical Program Officer, Kelsey Mora, an expert in supporting families through illness. Register for this webinar to receive a free digital copy of our Pickles Family Support Kit.
Chicago Resource Fair for Kids Impacted by a Parent or Guardian’s Cancer [March]
Meet six local nonprofits supporting kids affected by a parent’s cancer at our first ever virtual Chicago Resource Fair for Kids Impacted by a Parent’s Cancer on March 14.