Online Group: Surviving Parents of Only Child
October 17, 2023
This group meets the 3rd Tuesday of the month at 8 p.m. Eastern.
Whether you are the surviving parents, step-parents, or grandparents of a military loved one who was also an only child, you belong.
We request you sign up at least 24 hours before you attend your first session so that we can ensure the integrity of the group and answer any questions you may have. Sign up is required only once!
In this online group, we'll make sure that you are surrounded with people who will help you tell your own story and give you the gift of listening to theirs. Join with other surviving parents who have also lost their only child for open and supportive discussions as you cope with the death of your son or daughter in military service. You can expect gently guided discussion in groups and in smaller breakout sessions. Share stories of your loved one or simply listen and find healing from others.
Schedule
This group meets the 3rd Tuesday of the month at 8 p.m. Eastern.
- Tuesday, January 17
- Tuesday, February 21
- Tuesday, March 21
- Tuesday, April 18
- Tuesday, May 16
- Tuesday, June20
- Tuesday, July 18
- Tuesday, August 15
- Tuesday, September 19
- Tuesday, October 17
- Tuesday, November 21
- Tuesday, December 19
What to Expect
Online groups are peer-led, facilitated sessions where there’s never pressure to share, but always an opportunity. Whether you attend once or regularly, you will always be welcomed. We value the importance of knowing that there are “places” we can show up and feel supported and inspired, and you can decide to connect with us every week or whenever it’s convenient or compelling.
Please remember that, while we anticipate that these groups will become engaging, encouraging community gathering “places,” you never have to wait if you need to talk. We’re always here for you, 24 hours, 7 days a week, year-round, at 800-959-TAPS (8277).
Community Guidelines
We ask that you log onto Zoom 5 minutes prior to each session as we will start our online group promptly at start time listed above. Please review our Community Guidelines to one another in advance of joining. Admission to each session will close to admission at 10 minutes after the start time.
How to Participate
- All sessions require registration through the TAPS Zoom Account (look for the blue sign up button at the top of this page).
- All sessions will take place via Zoom. Meeting access information will be sent to you after you sign up.
- Reminder emails will be sent before each session.
Make sure to visit TAPS Online Community to explore additional opportunities to connect with your TAPS Family from the comfort of your home.