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Covenant Guild 23rd Annual Walk of Love
Date & Time: Sunday, April 25, 2010 | Registration: 8:30 a.m.
Location: Pikesville High School to Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital.
Description: The Walk of Love is a 3.5 mile walk from Pikesville High School to Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital. Walkers collect donations in a designated envelope, with the proceeds going to help the hospital's pediatric patients and programs.
Cost: Free and Donations
More Information: Contact Debbie Sadlowski, MWPH Development Office:
410-578-5040 or dsadlowski@mwph.org.

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Brain Injury Family Support Group
Date & Time: Every Tuesday / 5-6:30 p.m.
Location: Main Hospital Bldg./ CPAR Conference Room /1st Floor
Description: Dr. Brenda Elliott and Stephanie Reap, LCSW-C are co-facilitating a support group for families who have children with brain injuries. Topics will include: Brain Basics, Myths and Misconceptions, Developmental Stages, Transitioning Home, Rehab Services, Grief and Loss, and effects on siblings, to name a few. Refreshments will be provided.
Cost: Free.
Flyer: Download Flyer PDF
More Information: Contact Stephanie Reap at 410-578-5222.

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Diabetes Support Group
Date & Time: Third Wednesdays (monthly) / 5-6 p.m.
Location: Rosenberg Outpatient Building
Description: For kids and teens living with type I diabetes and their families. Meetings are led by psychology services. A new topic discussed each month.
Cost: Free.
Flyer: Download Flyer PDF
More Information: To RSVP and to ask further questions, please call Sarah Highstein, M.S. at 410-578-8600 x 5189.

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Family Support Group
Date & Time: First & Third Tuesdays (monthly) / 6-7:30 p.m.
Light supper provided
Location: Medical Conference Room
Description: The purpose of the support group is to assist parents/caregivers in dealing with the daily issues of caring for children with special needs. All families of current and former inpatients are encouraged to attend.
Cost: Free.
More Information: For information on future meetings, please call 410-578-5160.

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Sibshops Program
Date & Time: Various times throughout the year
Location: Mt. Washington Pediatric Hospital - Hospital Boardroom
Description: This unique program is designed to provide peer support for eight to 13 year-old siblings of children with special needs. The group activities provide a forum for questions and discussion in dealing with the many issues of having a special needs brother or sister.
Cost: There is a nominal charge for the four workshops - scholarships are available. Registration is required.
More Information: To register or find out more about the Sibshops Program and meeting times, please call 410-578-5159.

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