Parent & Caregiver Support Groups
All groups meet under the guidance of a trained professional, who proposes discussion topics and will also help to facilitate conversations based on whatever comes up at each gathering.
These are small groups and all members are asked to commit to regular attendance at the 60-minute sessions, which will meet every other week starting in January. Information, as well as what is shared, is kept strictly confidential. The summer 2022 season runs April through August, with online meetings every other week. Drop-in visitors are welcome to all groups, although we would prefer participants commit to regular attendance for the benefit of creating a more close-knit community.
- Gain sense of belonging while decreasing feelings of isolation parents and caregivers of seriously ill children often experience
- Discover new ways to cope with stress related to caring for chronically ill child and improve own health and well-being
- Learn about community resources
- Opportunity to share experiences with others who have had a similar journey
Register today for our parent/caregiver support groups by completing the form below.
2022 Spring/Summer Support Groups

Open Discussion Group (Drop-In)
When: Tuesdays, 9:00β10:00 p.m. (EST), every other week, starting April 19.
What: An open discussion group to address a range of topics that are most relevant to members. Drop-in visitors are welcome.Β
Who: Facilitated by North Star Reachβs Mary Ann Fithian
Facilitator Bios:

Hope & Healing Group
When: Wednesdays, 4:00β5:00 p.m. (EST), every other week, starting April 20.
What: Focus on hope and healing for parents and caregivers.
Who: Facilitated by Victoria Lovell and North Star Reachβs Mary Ann Fithian.
Facilitator Bios:
Rev. Victoria Lovell, B.A., M.Ed., MDiv., is a former educator and coach of 20 years. She is the award-winning author of the childrenβs book, βMy Guy in the Sky,β and the founder of Angel Whispers Ministries whose mission is to lead those poor in mind, body and spirit to a life of wholeness. She also serves at Zion Lutheran Church in Ann Arbor, where she is the associate pastor, an advocate for those experiencing homelessness and a missionary in Uganda, Africa.
Mary Ann Fithian is mom and caregiver for Will and her chronically ill child Faith. She is a certified small group facilitator and is passionate about helping families get the resources they need to care for their chronically ill children.
Parent & Caregiver Support Group Registration
Families may register up to two caregivers for our winter/spring support groups by submitting the additional name using the form below.
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Pinckney, MI 48169
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North Star Reach is an independent nonprofit medical speciality camp based in Pinckney, Michigan. We provide life-changing camp experiences for children living with serious illnesses and their families, at no charge to them. You can support us today by making a donation.
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North Star Reach Camp
1200 University Camp Drive
Pinckney, MI 48169
Stay Connected
FAX
FINANCIAL SUPPORT
North Star Reach is an independent nonprofit medical speciality camp based in Pinckney, Michigan. We provide life-changing camp experiences for children living with serious illnesses and their families, at no charge to them. You can support us today by making a donation.

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